Today, December 6th is St. Nicholas day. St. Nicholas is the common name for Nicholas of Myra. He is also known as Nicholas the Wonderworker. He had a reputation for secret gift-giving, such as putting coins in the shoes of those who left them out for him, and thus became the model for Santa Claus.Early in the advent season we celebrate this day by emulating the Bishop's kindness: encouraging our children to give to the needy and make special gifts for people.
Helpful ideas to do today:
- Discover the truth about Santa Claus, visit the St. Nicholas Center.
- Santa Clause craft for little 'uns and a coloring page.
- Read Wonderworker: The True Story of How Saint Nicholas Became Santa Claus
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- Make a special treat and drop it off at a neighbors door.
- Make some cards and pass them out at a nursing home.
- Talk about ways to serve others this week and mark it on your calendar to do it.
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