A Nativity set, or crèche, is a three-dimensional representation of the birth of Jesus Christ. Some elements of a Nativity set are included because they are mentioned in the Bible. Other figures or ...

The scene in St. Peter’s Square depicts not only Mary and Joseph standing beside the manger, but also St. Francis of Assisi, who organized the first Nativity scene in a cave in the Italian village of ...

Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski Diane Stephens adjusts a nativity set on the fireplace mantel shelf in her Hollidaysburg home. Antique, contemporary and heirloom portrayals of the birth of baby ...

What are the best Nativity sets? For many people, Christmas means trimming trees, giving gifts and decorating their home and yard. Santas, reindeer and snowmen are always popular themes, but a ...

One of the oldest depictions of Jesus Christ lying in a manger is on view at the Byzantine Museum in Athens. (Image via Wikimedia Commons) With Christmas upon us, many observers of the Christian ...

A 12-part Nativity scene that has been part of Ontario’s holiday backdrop for more than six decades is taking shape this week. On Monday, Nov. 25, crews began installing the large scenes depicting the ...

To be fair, it is kind of funny. After millennia of endless, extravagant depictions of the first family of Christianity, these sleek blocks and blobs are certainly a diversion. While they may elicit a ...