December 11-12, 2024

On not Keeping Christ in Christmas

On Monday, Dec. 9, [Kelowna Atheists, Skeptics, and Humanists Association] expressed in a letter that it understands the nativity scene is part of Christmas symbols like "lights, festive trees, and other decorative displays." But KASHA had concerns with the "Keep Christ in Christmas" sign.

"This message is not merely festive—it is political, advocating for a specific religious interpretation of the holiday," said KASHA in its letter to Black Press Media.

"It may appear inoffensive and inconsequential for the city to endorse one religion so overtly. But it is important to understand that this does impact people of other faiths, and people who have no religious beliefs. It makes them feel less Canadian."

Kelowna Capital News – 2024-12-10

“it advocates a specific religious interpretation of the holiday”

Seriously?

May I remind you:

“Christmas” has “Christ” in its name

Is actually the short form of “Christ’s Mass”

the celebration of our Saviour’s birth

May I also remind you:

“Holiday” has “Holy” in its name

is actually the short form of “Holy Day”

a celebration of our Savour’s grace

And may I also remind you:

The words “Christ” and “Holy”

are both fraught with danger

and symbols of an amazing grace

And to tell you the truth

I would rather one feel less Canadian

than have one less opportunity to grasp salvation