I want to share our Christmas Tree with you, dear friends. It is humble and although it won’t win an award, it won’t be featured in any posh magazines, it is a work of heart. Simple popcorn strings, glittering pinecones, salt dough ornaments and lots of love and prayers make for a tree more beautiful than words can express.

Each year, our tree gets a name. We usually name it after someone special and this year we’ve chosen to name it after Brother Aelred at St. Joseph’s Abbey. Brother Aelred works at Holy Rood Guild and if ever you order vestments for your priest, or altar cloths, you may just speak with him.

The Holy Family, whittled and painted by Andrew, have a special place on the tree for all to see:

Mary

Joseph

Baby Jesus (with the manger made from a walnut shell)

And the sweet little donkey

A Chubby Angel Heralds the Christ Child’s birth

The Magi Bring Gifts

A Jolly Penguin Keeps Watch

As Does a Familiar Red-nosed Friend

And one star for each family member will light the way

Plus two angels to bring tidings of great joy

A Tiny Christ Child awaits His birthday

And little treats made by precious tiny hands bring a smile

And messages wishing your family

and..

Merry Christmas!

Posted: 12|20|07 at 12:15 pm. Filed under: from our hearth and home.
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