Virginia Theological Seminary

Who is St. Nicholas? Who is Santa Claus? Are they the same?

Find out here.

Around the World

Saint Nicholas traditions in many countries

How to Celebrate

Activities, crafts, recipes, stories & more

For Kids

Games, stories & other fun things

St. Nicholas Exhibit

In Alexandria, Virginia!

Crafts

For all ages

Gazetteer

Find St. Nicholas churches all over the world

Events

Visits from St. Nicholas—keeping the tradition alive all over the world

Church Year Resources

Celebrate the whole church year in your family

What’s New

  1. The Three Dowries
  2. Be like the real Santa Claus and feed the hungry
  3. The Wonderworker — meeting the saint behind Santa Claus
  4. Christmas Post Office
  5. Sermon on the Feast of Saint Nicholas
  6. Award from Virginia Theological Seminary - 2024
  7. Documentary: 'Twas the Search for St. Nick
  8. By James Rosenthal
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