Las posadas literally translates in English as "the inns" or "the lodgings" and symbolizes the Biblical journey of Mary and Joseph as they searched for shelter in Bethlehem before the birth of Jesus. Las Posadas has origins in Spain but these days it is primarily celebrated in Mexico, Guatemala, and parts of the Southwestern United States.
It is a nine-day celebration lasts from December 16 to Christmas Eve (Noche Buena or "Holy Night") and includes a candle-lit procession of children and parents reenacting Mary and Joseph's journey through Bethlehem.
Today at our Homeschool enrichment day, the girls participated in an abbreviated version of Las posadas that culminated in an Advent/Christmas party. It was beautiful! Mary and Joseph knocked on each classroom door and there was a dialog back and forth. They asked for shelter and were turned away. After the dialog, those in the classroom joined Mary and Joseph as they processed to the next classroom. While they were processing, they sang Silent Night. It was really lovely and the children were really excited to be a part of it.
The party was fun too. The kids had pizza and everyone brought a treat to share. I feel very blessed to be involved with such a caring, faith filled community.
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