Throw Away These 3 Christmas Objects – They Could Be Blocking Peace

Some Christmases feel heavy instead of joyful. Arguments flare, anxiety rises, or a strange sadness fills the home. Often, this happens because our decorations send mixed messages, even unintentionally.

According to teachings attributed to Saint Óscar Romero, Christmas isn’t just about ornaments — it’s a language. What you place in your home communicates something, consciously or not. Here are three types of objects that may bring spiritual confusion and should be reviewed or removed:

1) Goblins, Gnomes, and “Magical Elves”

Elves, gnomes, or mischievous dolls have become popular in Christmas decor. While playful, they can create a focus on “magic” or superstition rather than faith.

• Why: Treating these figures as alive or giving them honor can distract from the true meaning of Christmas — Christ, the Holy Family, angels, and shepherds.

• Solution: Remove them without fear. Replace them with angels, a nativity scene, a star, or biblical texts. Let your home reflect reverence and faith.

2) “Lucky” or Prosperity Amulets

Objects meant to attract luck, wealth, or protection—horseshoes, elephants, shamrocks, evil eyes, or coins—can interfere with the spiritual message of Christmas.

• Why: Christmas celebrates trust in God’s providence. Mixing it with amulets creates a split focus: “I trust God spiritually, but this object materially.” This can cause unease, anxiety, and a constant search for control.

• Solution: Remove or store these objects away. Let your home radiate faith in God alone.

3) Mourning Decorations

Photos of deceased loved ones, mourning candles, or empty chairs may seem like a heartfelt tribute, but they can block joy and shift focus from celebration to sadness.

• Why: Christmas celebrates life. Centering the decor on loss can make meals and gatherings feel somber rather than joyful. Children and family members may be trapped in nostalgia that doesn’t heal.

• Solution: Keep photos in albums or quiet corners, pray for loved ones, and allow the Christmas table to focus on life, unity, and hope.

How to Fill the Void: Consecrate Your Home

Removing confusing items is not enough — what remains should be dedicated to Christ at the center.

Simple Christmas Eve Ritual:

• You’ll need: Holy water (optional), a white candle, and the Baby Jesus figure.

1. Turn off lights and pause in silence. Light the candle and say:
   “Lord Jesus, be the light of this house.”

2. Sprinkle holy water on the tree (if available) and say:
   “May this home belong to You. May there be peace, faith, and unity here.”

3. Walk room to room with the Baby Jesus, saying:
   “Jesus, stay with us.”

4. Place Him in the nativity scene with reverence. End with a short prayer for family: health, peace, forgiveness, and protection.

Tips for a Peaceful, Meaningful Christmas

• Do it together: A family ritual unites more than words alone.

• Avoid disguised superstition: Ask whether objects are undermining trust in God.

• Honor the deceased with prayer, not displays of mourning.

• Simplify your decor: Fewer objects, more spiritual meaning.

When your home speaks a single message — Christ at the center — Christmas regains its true power: peace, unity, and hope. Remove distractions, keep what uplifts, and let your heart shine brighter than any decoration.