St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School

Chalk the door – An Epiphany Blessing
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This year we invite you to take part in the old tradition of ‘chalking the door’ to celebrate Epiphany – the day marks the arrival of the Magi, to the place where Jesus was born. This year Epiphany will be celebrated on Monday 6th January, the 12th day of Christmas.

What is chalking of the door?

This is a sign and symbol asking Gods blessing upon those who live, work or visit throughout the year to come. Using some chalk write on the outside of your house or inside above the front main entrance:

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The letters come from the traditional names for The Three Kings, Caspar, Melchior and Balthazar. It is also an abbreviation for “Christus Mansionem Benedicat” which means “May Christ bless this dwelling”. The numbers simply refer to the current year.

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