The Nativity Story
The mother of Jesus
Who is Mary?
The angel who spoke to Mary.
Who is Gabriel?
The prophet who said a virgin would bear a son called Immanuel.
Who is Isaiah?
The song traditionally sung by candlelight on Christmas Eve.
What is “Silent Night”?
The town where Jesus was born.
What is Bethlehem?
Joseph's occupation
What is a carpenter?
The first words angels usually say in the Bible.
What is "Do not be afraid?"
The Old Testament book that foretold the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem.
What is Micah?
This book of the Bible contains the most detailed Nativity story.
What is Luke?
Mary and Joseph traveled from this town to Bethlehem.
What is Nazareth?
The place where Jesus was laid after His birth.
What is a manger?
The angels appeared to the shepherds at this time of day.
What is nighttime?
The descendant of this king would rule forever—fulfilled in Jesus.
Who is David?
The sacrament often included in Christmas Eve services.
What is communion?
After Jesus’ birth, the Holy Family fled to this country.
What is Egypt?
These men traveled from the East following a star.
Who are the Wise Men (Magi)?
This heavenly event appeared in the sky to announce the Savior’s birth.
What is a choir of angels?
This prophet predicted a “great light” would shine on those in darkness.
Who is Isaiah?
A favorite Psalm read during Advent: “The Lord is my light and my salvation.”
What is Psalm 27?
The region ruled by Herod at the time.
What is Judea?
This group of people was the first to hear the news of Jesus’ birth.
Who are the shepherds?
The message the angel gave Joseph in a dream.
What is “Take Mary as your wife; the child is from the Holy Spirit”?
One of the titles given to Jesus in prophecy: “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, _______.”
Who is Prince of Peace?
These four Sundays lead up to Christmas.
What is Advent?
The place where the Wise Men first visited to ask about the King of the Jews.
What is Jerusalem?