Nativity
The town where Jesus was born.
Bethlehem
The Gospel that includes the angel Gabriel’s message to Mary.
Gospel of Luke
The saint whose feast is celebrated on December 26.
Saint Stephen
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Noel
A traditional decoration symbolizing Christ as the light of the world.
a candle
She said “yes” to God’s plan and became the Mother of Jesus.
Mary
The prophet who foretold the birth of Emmanuel.
Isaiah
The saint honored on December 27, traditionally associated with love and fidelity.
Saint John the Evangelist
The prayer traditionally prayed at noon, recalling the Incarnation.
The Angelus
The vow that reflects a life given completely to God.
obedience (or poverty or chastity
He was entrusted with caring for Mary and Jesus.
The night when the Church celebrates the birth of Christ.
Christmas Eve (or the Vigil of Christmas)
The Holy Family fled to this country for safety.
Egypt
The color most often used during Advent.
violet (or purple)
The act of joyful service especially emphasized during Christmas.
charity
The humble structure where the Holy Family stayed.
Manger
The Latin phrase meaning “God with us.”
Emmanuel
The feast celebrated on January 6 honoring the Magi.
Epiphany
The name of the hymn sung during Mass that begins with praise to God.
Gloria
The Latin word meaning “flesh,” central to the mystery of Christmas.
caro (as in Incarnation)
The first people to receive the angel’s announcement.
Shepherds
The liturgical season that prepares the Church for Christmas.
Advent
The three traditional gifts brought by the Magi.
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
The title given to Mary meaning “God-bearer"
Theotokos
This fourth-century Church Father strongly defended the true humanity of Christ, a doctrine at the heart of the Christmas mystery of the Incarnation.
Saint Athanasius