The manger scene has a special place near the Christmas tree or in another place ... Then the leader invites: Pray now for God's blessing as we look on these figures. After a short silence ...

All. Amen. (Sprinkles tree with holy water.) Then the family can sing a song, an Advent carol, if it knows one, then it is time to bless the crib and eat Christmas Eve supper.

A beloved annual tradition continues at Rowe Fine Art Gallery with Counting Our Blessings on Friday, Feb. 7, at 4 p.m. Ever since gallery owners Ken and Monica Rowe opened their doors in 2010 ...