Old Christmas: Orthodox Christians flavor Feast of the Nativity with Tradition

Honey on fresh garlic makes an unforgettable memory and taste of a lesson of faith, Helen Bergantz said. (The Huntsville Times/Michael Mercier) By Kay Campbell, The Huntsville Times 6/1/2012 HUNTSVILLE, Alabama — To remember the stable where Jesus was born, tonight the congregation of St. Michael the Archangel Orthodox Church will be eating on white linen tablecloths spread over straw sprinkled on the tables during their celebration of the Feast of the Nativity, which Eastern Christians celebrate this weekend.