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Away in a manger

Sarah Nichole | 6:08 p.m. Nov. 7, 2009

What an interesting convention! I love Nativity sets, and I too am fascinated by the different versions of the scene from all around the world. What a fun thing to go see.

MBarlow | 7:19 a.m. Nov. 8, 2009

My grandma had nearly 30 incredibly unique sets from around the world.She would set them up at Christmastime, and open up her home like some obscure, little museum. Before she passed away, she divided them out among the grandchildren. I got a nativity from Mexico with tons of personality, the clothes in creme and gold, the faces like precocious children.

I am DEFINITELY going on Saturday, and I'm tempted to sign up to become a member. Nativities are one of the best parts of Christmas.

Nativity | 8:29 a.m. Nov. 8, 2009

scenes are nice but NOT ON PUBLIC PROPERTY . Keep your superstition where it belongs - in your church , in your home but NOT in the public square.

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@ nativity | 12:37 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009

So aren't we "supertitious" ignorant believers part of that public that owns the public property? Why do you have to cram your standards down the throats of the rest of us. Perhaps you should be a little more tolerant. What hard comes from a nativity? None. Just walk on by.

What Harm? | 3:14 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009

The harm is that we do NOT live in a Christian Theocracy so we do not need the govt endorsing religion. Keep your nativity and all of your superstitious relics JUST NOT ON GOVT PROPERTY. The harm is that the govt has no business in the religion business and religion has no business in the govt business. You must have shakey "faith" if you need the government endorsing your beliefs I pay taxes and dont get everything I want, nor do YOU.I am not the one wanting to do the cramming you are with your Bronze Age superstitious nonsense in Government

To person referenced: "nativity" | 3:52 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009

I feel sorry for you and your "real hatred" towards
that which you don't endorse. I understand not agreeing with the premise of traditional Christianity, but you seem really upset about what "others" Do Believe. This Nation still believes in God (no Special denominational endorsement). The money still says "In God We Trust". And there's other references to God in other National rhetoric. Even the President says, "God Bless". Belief in God isn't necessarily referring to the Christian beliefs, but it is reference to a higher authority and influence.

This event is taking place at the Radisson, which is a privately owned place of business. They do have the right to give space to anyone or groups that do have Christian belief if they meet the "Radisson" criteria for such gatherings.

Remember Scrooge had negative feelings and expressed them too, before he saw the bigger picture.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas Season
and God Bless....

Pagan | 4:16 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009

If you believe that God is the almighty then why worry about disbelievers?

It's a valid point. If you want a nativity set, keep it on your property. Not a sidewalk or public park.

If it IS your property, do as you wish.

Allow others to do the same.

For those who end an insult with 'god bless' or some other religious attachement that is supposed to make it ok....

I'll pray for you.

Praise be to Holly Zenger | 6:54 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009

and The Friends of the Creche. I recently met Holly while on a flight coming back to SLC from Oakland. She is a marvelous woman and this is a wonderful organization. While so many feel it is their "right" to speak out against nativity scenes, I think it's great that the rest of us are allowed our right to Freedom of Speech too and those of us who love Christmas and Nativity scenes should stand up and speak out!

Re: Nativity, Pagan | 7:00 p.m. Nov. 8, 2009

There was absolutely nothing in the article or the comments that said anything at all about nativity scenes on public property. It's a convention in a private building, showcasing nativity scenes for those of us who are interested in attending. The members of this group are people who collect nativity scenes for their private homes. Nothing was mentioned at all about public nativities, so why all the negative insults? Chill out. If a nativity is put up in a public place and you don't like it, raise a commotion about that. It has no place here.

Anonymous | 7:55 a.m. Nov. 9, 2009

I think people are always looking for a fight. This is a convention, it is an art form. I agree chill out and be more concerned about the rising crime rate and poverty.

the truth | 12:37 p.m. Nov. 9, 2009

Public propety means all people,

including religious people,

which means religious peoloe can use that property equally as anyone.

Should some be denied the use of public property just because they are religious?

to do so would seem bigotry.

the truth | 12:38 p.m. Nov. 9, 2009

Public propety means its for all people,

including religious people,

which means religious people can use that property equally as anyone.

Should some be denied the use of public property just because they are religious?

to do so would seem bigotry.

RE: What Harm? | 3:14 p.m. Nov. | 9:15 p.m. Nov. 9, 2009

I dislike a theocracy as much as the next guy but the constitution says freedom of religion, not freedom from religion. All people have the right to practice and worship there god as they want, which include public displays of religious articles. The kicker is that ALL religions must be allowed. It doesn't mean that NO religious displays are allowed.
If you are a non-believer and believe that these people are worshiping a superstition, why does it bother you? The only issue is if it is being forced on you. A display may be in your face, but isn't being forced!!!

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