The Story of Away in a Manger In 1224, St. Francis of Assisi was dealing with a dilemma. The message of Christ's birth had become so intellectual that it was aloof and dogmatic. It must be simplified so that it might appeal to the heart of the common people, he decided. Then a he had an idea. Why not dramatize the Christmas story? The common folk will then be able to better understand the meaning of Christmas. ..
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