The Nativity Scene – Father Louis Scurti Explains It All 107 107 people viewed this event. For eight decades, Roman Catholic priest Louis Scurti has been collecting Nativity figurines. Also known as Presepe, or Presepio, Nativity scenes of all sizes and shapes are displayed worldwide at churches and homes during the Christmas season. The tradition dates to the 13th century and St. Francis of Assisi, who organized a live re-enactment of Christ’s birth with a manger, animals, and people in the town of Greccio. St. Francis’ goal was to make the story accessible to those who couldn’t read Latin, and the … Continue reading The Nativity Scene – Father Louis Scurti Explains It All