The Nativity Story
Who is Jesus’ mother?
Mary
What book of the Bible tells the story of Jesus’ birth?
The Gospels
What season of the Church year prepares us for Christmas?
Advent
What does the star represent?
The Star of Bethlehem
Who was Jesus’ earthly father?
St.Joseph
Who told Mary she would be the mother of Jesus?
The Angel Gabriel
Which Gospel gives the most detailed Nativity story?
Luke
What colors are used during Advent?
Purple & One Pink
What characteristic does the manger remind us of about Jesus?
His humility
What saint is known for generosity and inspired who we know as Santa Claus?
St. Nicholas
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What did the angels announce to the shepherds?
That Jesus, the Savior, was born
That Jesus, the Savior, was born.
What is the special Mass celebrated on Christmas night called?
Midnight Mass
What do candles symbolize at Christmas?
Jesus is the light of the world.
Who was the king that tried to find baby Jesus to harm Him?
King Herod
Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?
For the census ordered by the Roman government.
What sign did the angels tell the shepherds of Christ's coming?
"You will find an infant wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger." (Luke 2:12)
What prayer or devotion often includes a Nativity scene?
The Christmas Novena
Why are shepherds important in the Christmas story?
They were the first to hear the Good News of Jesus coming.
Which Marian apparition appeared to St. Juan Diego in Mexico in 1531 and we celebrate December 12th?
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Who visited Jesus after following a star?
The Magi (Wise Men)
What Old Testament prophet foretold the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem?
Micah
Who created the first Nativity scene?
St. Francis of Assisi
1223, on Christmas Eve, in the town of Greccio, Italy. He used real people and animals to help others better understand and pray about the birth of Jesus.
What were the 3 gifts given by the Magi? (closest will get points)
Gold reminds us that Jesus is a King
Frankincense reminds us that Jesus is God
Myrrh reminds us that Jesus would suffer and die to save us
Which saint is known as the “patron saint of Christmas”?
St. Francis of Assisi