I like celebrating St. Nicholas' Day because he worshipped Jesus and he lived a life of generosity to the poor and zeal for the Lord. Persecuted under Diocletion, pastor under Constantine, he lived in an unusual and profound time in history. Our family has a special heart for Turkey, the land he was from, as well. Its a reminder to pray for that land to return to its Maker.
So the children received new Christmas books and a Nativity puzzle along with chocolate coins (like the ones Nick threw in the 3 poor girls' window)in their shoes.
