Christmas
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What do the candles in the Advent Wreath represent?
Hope, Faith, Joy and Peace
Who wrote the Book of Common Prayer?
Thomas Cranmer
What church did the Episcopal Church evolve from?
Anglican.
What group of Christians celebrate Christmas on Epiphany?
Eastern Othrodox
What real-life Saint is Santa Claus based on?
St. Nicholas of Clarita
Are we supposed to play Christmas music during Advent?
Not according to tradition.
When was it first used?
1549
How many "seasons" are in the church year?
6- Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, Easter, Pentecost.
How many wise men visited Mary and Joseph?
When does Christmas start?
December 25
What do we celebrate in Advent?
The birth of Christ
How many liturgies used for worship are in the BCP?
21
When did we separate from our mother church?
1789
What king wanted to kill Jesus?
King Herod
How many gifts are given in the 12 Days of Christmas?
364
What is another term for Advent?
Nativity Fast
Has the BCP been revised since its introduction?
Yes.
What does "Episcopal" mean?
Governed by Bishops.
What Gospel mentions the 3 kings?
Matthew.
The French word "Noel" is used a lot when talking about Christmas, what does it mean in Latin?
Birth
How long does Advent last?
4 weeks
What version do we use in church?
1979
Who is the head of the Episcopal Church?
Presiding Bishop - currently the Most Reverend Micheal Curry.
What is myrrh?
A dried sap from a tree in Africa used as perfume, incense or medicine.