Whose Birthday? #15

Each year we try to show in art the tension between faith and culture. Faith is symbolized by Jesus and culture by Santa Claus and credit cards.  The art is approved by our ecumenical Editorial Committee.

Art is tricky. One way to focus the imagination is to use a caption, which we do sometimes.

We initiated this "contest" to ask, "What does this picture mean to me?" as a way of getting people to talk about what Christmas really means to them.

People have a hard time testifying to simpler living, even in a Christian context, so we try to provide tools. We offer greeting cards and bumper stickers to help "Send a Message!"

Use this new art (#3-A076) for discussions this year. Send us your responses to share.

Discussion Questions

1. What five figures/objects do you see?
2. How do you feel about Santa stepping on the sheep? What does that act symbolize?
3. How do you suppose the shepherd feels?
4. What caption would you give this drawing?
5. What do you think this picture means or represents? Do you agree or disagree with that meaning?

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