Christmas decorations remain up during these 12 days of Christmas, and before the feast of the Epiphany, at Viatorian parishes and schools around the Province of Chicago.

At each location, along with the vivid red poinsettias, Christmas trees and sparkling lights, it is the nativity commemorating the birth of Jesus that is at the center.

Here is a look at the various creches and their depiction of the birth of the savior, during this holiest of seasons.