Anglicans give Christmas a multicultural makeover

Posted on December 15, 2008 
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Westminster AbbeyIt may have become traditional for angels, three wise men and the baby Jesus to play a starring role in the festive season.

But now Hindu snowmen, a Chinese dragon and a Jewish temple are also to be included in an attempt to make the celebrations more inclusive of Britain’s diverse communities. …

… However, some traditionalists warned that making Christmas multicultural and multi-faith threatened to undermine the Christian message.

– Story from The (UK) Telegraph. (Image: Westminster Abbey.)