Comments From Readers
Remembering Christ at Christmas by Monte F. Shelley

Chapter 1: SEEING CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

• “I was becoming cynical about many of our Christmas traditions, but your book has rescued me from that cynicism.  Thanks!”—LH
• “I particularly liked the 16 comparisons between Christ and Santa.”—S

Chapter 2: NATIVITY STORIES

• “I am amazed how the Christmas story has changed for me.  The possibility that Jesus was born in a ceremonially clean place where lambs meant for sacrifice in the temple were usually born, stirs feelings deep inside me “—DH
• “I particularly enjoyed the information on the caravansary, as it related to Christ's birth (potentially) and the Good Samaritan story. Very enlightening.”—L

Chapter 3: ADVENT TREES AND CALENDARS

• “I especially liked the idea of an Advent tree and the 24 possible ornaments. Very well thought out.”—T
• “I like using Advent traditions to teach scripture and temple symbolism.”—M

Chapter 4: HAVE A “MARY” CHRISTMAS

• “This year we went to fewer activities so that we could have a merry ‘Mary’ Christmas at ‘the most Martha time of the year.’ Thanks!”—TA