There is an old Mexican custom called Las Posadas where, during Advent, people dressed as Mary and Joseph and travelled around their villages knocking at peoples’ doors to see who would give them hospitality.
This custom has been adopted around the world through the idea of a ‘Travelling Crib’, which involves the model figures of a nativity scene being passed from house to house each night during Advent, before being brought to Church on Christmas Eve. This journey symbolises Mary and Joseph’s difficult journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem before the birth of Jesus.
Due to social distancing restrictions this year, for many a ‘Travelling Crib’ in the traditional sense won’t be possible…so Ten Ten has created a Covid-proof experience called The Christmas Crib!
You can set up the crib in your home and use the opportunity to stop what you are doing and think as a family about the true meaning of Christmas. We think it is a unique way to help our St Vincent’s family prepare for Christmas.
We have all the tools you need to create your own nativity scene. You can colour in/decorate and cut out these crib cut-outs. Have the pieces ready (unassembled) along with a candle if you wish, and make sure you have access to the internet:
You can access the Christmas Crib online as a household by clicking here. (If you require anything to be printed please just ask).
Pope Francis said:
“The nativity scene is like a living Gospel… I encourage the beautiful family tradition of preparing the nativity scene at home, in the workplace, in schools, hospitals and town squares.”
We hope you enjoy The Christmas Crib!
We would love to see photos of your home experience so please do send these to us so we can share them on the website!
