Insanity, suicide and depression cases would drop sharply. Since you are the one who's starting the chain, you have a very good chance of not getting burned. Recycle the presents that you receive. Hold a holiday party for the congregation at your church. Collect cash donations from your guests.
People are usually really generous with money going to their church during the holidays.
You'll be praised for your dedication. Keep the cancelled check and deduct that amount as a charitable contribution on your income tax return. Friends, Christmas is here to stay. I was also young enough to believe that he was able to know who was naughty and who was nice. The whole Santa story fell apart.