Ranch: A fresh advisory issued by the Ranchi Archdiocese under the Roman Catholic Church, has called for a less extravagant and more spiritual celebration, urging devotees to make Christmas lighting and decorations this year more austere.
“We recommend that you build a beautiful crib at home using decorative items in your possession without making more purchases this year. Limit illuminations to a Christmas star and avoid adorning houses with lights,” a directive, jointly signed by Ranci archbishop Felix Toppo and auxiliary bishop of Ranchi Theodore Mascarenhas said.
“Don’t burn fire crackers. We request our youth to avoid merry making on the streets and spend the Christmas night with their family,” the advisory further read.