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PowerPoint by Tracy King

Learn about Las Posadas, a Mexican festival re-enacting Joseph's search for shelter. PowerPoint presentation by Tracy King. Participants carry a doll representing the Christ Child, followed by parties with food, dancing, and piñata-breaking. Join the vibrant celebration from December 16th to December 24th in your community.

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PowerPoint by Tracy King

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  1. Las Posadas is a traditional Mexican festival which re-enacts Joseph's search for room at the inn. PowerPoint by Tracy King

  2. EachChristmas season, a processional carrying a doll representing the Christ Child and images of Joseph and Mary riding a burro walks through the community streets.

  3. Each night from December 16th through December 24th a party is held in a home in the neighborhood.

  4. The people in the processional knock on the doors of the home and ask for shelter (imitating Joseph and Mary’s search for a room).

  5. A great party follows with food, dancing and the breaking of the piñata.

  6. A piñata is a fragile earthenware jar covered with paper mache, traditionally made in the shape of a star.

  7. The piñata is shaped like a star to recall the one that so mysteriously guided the Three Kings to the newborn Jesus.

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