Santa whispered, “Teach the children the true meaning of Christmas.”

THE STAR: A heavenly sign of prophecy fulfilled long ages ago – the shining hope of mankind.

RED: The first color of Christmas symbolizing the Savior’s sacrifice for all.

FIR TREE: Evergreen – The second color of Christmas show everlasting life. The needles point heavenward.

THE BELL: Rings out to guide lost sheep back to the fold – signifying all are precious in the eyes of the Lord.

THE CANDLE: A mirror of starlight reflecting our thanks for the Star of Bethlehem.

GIFT BOW: Tied as we should all be tied together in bonds of goodwill forever.

CANDY CANE: The shepherd’s crook used to bring lambs back into the fold – a reminder that we are all our brother’s keeper.

THE WREATH: A symbol of the never ending eternal nature of love, having no beginning and no end.

Submitted by Tony Price.