Santa Claus.
This one name stirs up images of Christmas, presents, a jolly old man with a beard and a red suit, a naught and nice list, flying reindeer, the north pole and a plate of milk and cookies. Children all around the world wait patiently (or impatiently) for Santa Claus to visit their home on Christmas Eve and deliver their most coveted gadgets, toys and knick-knacks, in reward for being good little boys and girls. People of all ages sing songs and read stories and poetry about Santa Claus' visit on Christmas Eve. The giddy, magical feeling of waiting on pins and needles to hear the small sound of reindeer hooves on the roof is something that a lot of people have experienced in some form or another throughout their lives, or have at least heard the stories., but where did this story come from?
how many of you have ever heard of Saint Nicholas? Well if you haven't, you are going to get a mini-lesson about the origin of Santa Claus!
Saint Nicholas was a devout Christian of the early church and became the Bishop of Myrna. He was known for his intense generosity, taking all of his belongings and giving them to the poor and needy, especially children.
To find out more about St. Nicholas, his history and the traditions, legends and origins of Santa Claus, check out the Saint Nicholas Center
Mini Advent Challenge:
Today, smile and say “hello” to at least five people that you cross paths with today.
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