All. Amen. (Sprinkles tree with holy water.) Then the family can sing a song, an Advent carol, if it knows one, then it is time to bless the crib and eat Christmas Eve supper.

The manger scene has a special place near the Christmas tree or in another place ... Then the leader invites: Pray now for God's blessing as we look on these figures. After a short silence ...

Life magazine featured Lauren Ford's work in several of its issues. Lauren Ford's cards at Christmas time have been received and treasured by many Americans. Critics have praised Ford's work for being ...