preparing for the comings of christ
What season helps us prepare for the comings of christ?
advent
What advent symbol has the four candles?
the advent wreath
Who taught us how to pray?
it is Jesus christ
who is Jesus's mother
Mary
What season comes before Christmas?
Advent
What are the three comings of christ?
Jesus's birth,Jesus's presence in the church and our lives today,and last of all is Jesus's coming in glory and at the end of time
What does the advent wreath help us do?
the advent wreath helps us pray
Where do catholics pray?
they pray in mass
Who were watching their sheep when angels appeared?
Shepherds
What do churches place in the manger on christmas day?
baby Jesus
How does the church help prepare for Jesus during advent?
we pray and celebrate
What do symbols help us understand?
it helps us to understand our faiths
What does prayer help us grow in?
it helps us grow in faith
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What do we sing during advent as we wait for Jesus?
What item do families use during Advent lighting one each week to mark the season?
the Advent wreath
What symbol helps us understand Jesus's family story?
it is the Jesse tree
What do we do when we are praying with the advent wreath?
we light the candles
Who told Mary she would have a baby?
Angel Gabriel
What story do we hear about during christmas?
the nativity
What kind of prayer do people say during Advent to think about Jesus?
Personal prayer
What does light represent during advent?
Jesus
What color is most often associated with Advent, symbolizing hope and preparation?
Purple
Where did Mary and Joseph stay when Jesus was born?
A stable
Why do we celebrate christmas?
because Jesus was born