10K views · 37 reactions | Community reporter Michael Newman looks at the traditions and festivities surrounding the 9 day tradition of Las Posadas. | Global BC | Facebook

The word Posada means “inn” or “lodging,” and traditionally posadas represent Mary and Joseph’s journey to find shelter during the Christmas story. A traditional posada consists of caroling house to house to represent Joseph and Mary searching for lodging on their journey to Bethlehem. It ends with a meal or party with friends and family. Las Posadas is not only celebrated in many Mexican towns and cities, where it originated, but it also has worldwide variations. Do you celebrate las posadas? S

2.5K views · 179 reactions | Every year, Knights around Austin, Texas, participate in Las Posadas — meaning “the inns” or “the shelters” — a Latin American Christmas tradition retelling the story of the Nativity. Additionally, as part of the celebration, Knights distributed food and other necessities to the homeless population in the city. | Knights of Columbus | Facebook