Christmas Pop Culture
Often called the Queen of Christmas, this pop diva unfrosts on November 1st to sing her iconic hit “All I Want for Christmas is You”
Who is Mariah Carey?
There’s quite a lot of deer in Santa’s fleet, but this song is about the most famous one of all
“Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”
This movie soundtrack covered by Sabrina Carpenter sings about a character who is “cuddly as a cactus, as charming as an eel”
“You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”
The tradition of decorating Christmas trees originated from this lager-loving country in the 16th century
What is Germany?
When kids turn this age, they are eligible to join our youth programming
What is thirteen?
This popular movie stars Will Ferrell as as Buddy, who happens to know Santa Claus
What is ”Elf”?
This popular Spanish song was written by José Feliciano, who I hear wants to wish you a Merry Christmas from the bottom of his heart
“Feliz Navidad”
Michael Bublé sings about the best time of the year in this Christmas classic… but what exactly is in that “cup of cheer”, anyways?
“Holly Jolly Christmas”
This iconic Christmas tree in New York City dates back to the 1930’s and is also located near the filming location of “SNL”
What is the Rockefeller Christmas Tree?
LOJ’s founder is often referred to by this relatable nickname
What is “The Preacher in Blue Jeans”?
In Home Alone 2, Kevin McAllister stays at this fancy hotel chain
What is “The Plaza Hotel”?
This song title will have you questioning your listening skills… don’t forget to sing it with a voice as big as the sea!
“Do You Hear What I Hear?”
This Justin Bieber banger is all about spending the most beautiful time of the year with you, shawty
“Mistletoe”
This famous blonde pop star grew up on a Christmas Tree Farm (and even wrote a song about it)
Who is Taylor Swift?
Brother Bro’s signature phrase
What is “Ask me what?”
also acceptable: “Ask me why?”
This grumpy old man in “A Christmas Carol” learns about the real reason for the season when he is visited by the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future. What is his FULL NAME?
Who is Ebeneezer Scrooge?
Brrr!! This holiday duet has gone under fire for some poorly aged lyrics (and it’s inspired some re-writes over the years), but it still sounds “so very nice” to my ears
“Baby, It’s Cold Outside”
Pentatonix’s heavenly vocals elevate this tune about the baby Jesus and his mother
“Mary, Did You Know?”
Every holiday season, Canadians spend millions on poinsettia plants, which originate from this country
What is Mexico?
Also called the Feast Declaration of Abundance, this prayer is prayed at every Feast
What is the Novena to God’s Love?
Yippee-ki-yay! This action movie series starring Bruce Willis may is an untraditional but beloved Christmas classic
What is “Die Hard”?
Scandalous! This classic Christmas song sings about seeing a secret tryst… don’t tell Dad!
“I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus”
If Ariana Grande can’t get a straight answer from her cuffing season situationship, she might have to get her answers from Old St. Nick instead
“Santa Tell Me”
This traditional Christmas dessert is a chocolate roll cake decorated to look like a section of a tree
What is a Yule log (or bûche de Noël)?
Our popular youth retreat is called Camp CALYE, which is an acronym for this phrase
What is Choose A Life You’ll Embrace?