What?
What did the Angel tell Mary?
To not be afraid and that she would give birth to the Son of God (Jesus)
Mother of Jesus
Mary!
What town was Jesus Born in?
Bethlehem
Astronomer
Someone who studies or watches the stars and night sky
Why did God choose to send his son to Earth?
To save us from our sins
What did the wise men (Magi) follow to find Jesus?
A Star!
Father of Jesus
Holy Spirit (biological)
Joseph!
Where was Jesus' home?
Nazareth
Manger
Feeding Trough for Livestock
Why did Mary and Joseph not stay in an inn when it was time for Jesus to be born?
There was no room!
What gifts did Jesus receive?
Gold, Frankincense, Myrrh
Who were the first people to hear about Jesus' birth?
The Shepherds!
Where was Jesus born?
Stable/Barn/Cave
Advent
A special time of waiting every year before Christmas!
Why did Mary and Joseph flee to Egypt after Jesus was born?
An Angel appeared and warned them of Herod's plan to kill Jesus.
What terrible thing did King Herod do when he was unable to find baby Jesus?
He ordered the killing of every boy under 2 years old in Bethlehem and the surrounding area.
Who traveled from afar to bring gifts to baby Jesus?
The Magi (Wise Men, Three Kings of Orient)
Where did Mary and Joseph take Jesus to hide after he was born?
Egypt
Census
A count of population by a government (in this case the Romans!)
Why did Mary and Joseph leave Nazareth when she was so close to having a baby?
To be registered in the Census
What Family was Joseph descended from?
David
Evil ruler who feared the prophecy that a King would be soon born in the City of David
Herod!
In what modern-day region is Bethlehem located?
Middle East (Palestine/West Bank region)
Immanuel
"God with Us"
Why is Thomas your favorite teacher?
Anything positive will be acceptable. Thank you for your kind words.