The tree and beautiful wooden Nativity scene will remain up until Candlemas, on February 2nd, which marks the end of Christmas. It's the same tree I saw reflected in the font you can see in the distance here, one month ago and will be down by the morning of 3rd!
A fusion of Pagan and Christian symbols of faith, tradition and the marking of the changing seasons
The contrasts between the warm woods and cool stone, the symmetry, which I realize is part of the design of the sanctuary, and the reflections all work together to make this an outstanding photo in my opinion.
I'm also doing Candlemas - I must be a cathedral at heart ;-)
How lovely to be told this is on TT due to you lovely people commenting and liking this.