During the autumn and holiday season, a debate arises regarding the greetings used by stores. Should they say ‘Merry Christmas’ or ‘Happy Holidays’? While some argue for the use of more inclusive language, there are still a number of stores that proudly say ‘Merry Christmas’ and support the holiday season. Here are ten stores recognized by the American Family Association (AFA) for their commitment to Christmas:
Hobby Lobby – this store is well known for its religious values and fully embraces the Christmas spirit. They play Christmas music, close on Sundays, and warmly greet their customers with ‘Merry Christmas’.
Belk – similar to Hobby Lobby, Belk spreads Christmas cheer throughout their stores.
Nordstrom – this high-end department store respects all holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas. They wait until after Thanksgiving to decorate their stores and prioritize their employees’ enjoyment of the holidays.
Home Depot – Home Depot proudly uses the term ‘Christmas’ and is considered Christmas-friendly by the AFA.
Walmart – Walmart receives a five-star rating from the AFA for their celebration and promotion of Christmas.
Macy’s – Macy’s, famous for hosting the largest Christmas parade in the country, proudly includes the word ‘Christmas’ in their New York City storefront.
JCPenney’s – despite previous issues, JCPenney’s still focuses on Christmas during the holiday season.
Bass Pro Shops – these stores have a strong commitment to the Duck Dynasty family and actively promote Christmas.
Lowe’s – like their counterpart Home Depot, Lowe’s ensures that their staff fully embraces the Christmas season.
Toys “R” Us – you might be surprised to know that Toys “R” Us gives Hobby Lobby a run for its money when it comes to using the word Christmas. They even have a Christmas catalog filled with toys for children.
These stores continue to embrace the traditional spirit of Christmas and spread joy to all who visit them during the holiday season. So, if you’re looking for some extra Christmas cheer, be sure to visit these stores!
