
“The Many Myths, Metaphors, and Meanings, of the Season” with Rev. Art Severance – I have always been interested in both the psychological and theological “Myths, Metaphors, and Meanings” behind all religion, but especially the big holidays which are both cultural as well as religious. Did you know that in this so-called Christian country, celebrating Xmas was once illegal!? Or that the origins of Santa Claus may go back before Christian times? That the Christian scriptures never mention the date of Jesus’ birth? And yet, Xmas is still wonderful! Especially, of course, for children of our culture whose religion is mainstream Christian, and not because of Jesus Birthday! There is still magic in this holiday.