More about the tradition of Las Posadas

Submitted by nmx_sayrah on Sat, 11/21/2009 - 18:51

Las Posadas (literally "the inns" in Spanish) is an annual celebration symbolizing the Biblical story of Mary and Joseph’s journey to find posada (shelter) in Bethlehem to birth Jesus (Luke 2:1-9). Traditionally celebrated in Mexico, New Mexico, and Latin America, it is a way of preparing for La Navidad (Christmas) and is believed to have started in the 16th century.

Shine a Light from Coast to Coast: National Days of Interfaith Action

Submitted by sanctuary on Sun, 11/08/2009 - 22:13

The National New Sanctuary Movement, Interfaith Worker Justice, Pax Cristi USA and Witness for Peace, calls diverse communities of faith to participate in the National Days of Interfaith Action from Los Angeles/West to Chicago/Midwest to Washington DC between December 10th and December 18th. Come together to shine a light on the urgent need for just and humane immigration reform!

WHEN: December 10th (International Human Rights Day) – December 18th (International Migrants Day)

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