Advent Basics
This is the meaning of the word "Advent"
What is coming or arrival.
This saint leaped with joy in his mother's womb at Mary's visit.
Who is John the Baptist
The Hebrew name for Jesus means "God with us"
What is Emmanuel
This December 6th Feast honors a bishop known for secret gift giving
Who is St. Nicholas
These visitors were astrologists.
Who are the Magi (Wise Men)
Advent prepares us for the major feast of the church year
What is Christmas
Joseph received this type of message from God in his sleep.
What is a dream
This term means God becoming human.
What is Incarnation
December 12th celebrates Mary appearing to a humble Mexican peasant.
What's the feat of Our Lady of Guadalupe
The feast on January 6th (Mrs.Sonja's Bday) celebrates Jesus being revealed to the nations.
What is the Epiphany.
This color is used for the most Liturgical vestments.
What is Purple/Violet
The holy family had to travel to this city for the census.
What is Bethlehem
What is theotokos
December 13th honors this young girl Martyr known for her shining "light"
Who is St. Lucy
Jesus was warned in a dream to flee to this country.
What is Egypt
This is the meaning of "Gaudete"
What is rejoice.
This saint developed the first Nativity scene.
Who is St. Francis of Assisi
This word describes a joyful expectation-the heart of advent.
What is Hope.
This December 9th feast celebrates the saint who saw the image of our lady on his Tilma
Who is St. Juan Diego
The angels proclaimed the message to the shepherds; "Glory to God in the highest and on earth_____________"
What is Peace
What is the dye Tyrian Purple derived from in ancient times.
What is the importance of the Murex Snail.
This Marian feast falls on December 8th and is a holy day of obligation
What is the Immaculate Conception
This nine-day prayer tradition is often used during Advent to prepare spiritually for the coming of Jesus or to honor a saint like St. Andrew or St. Nicholas
What is a Novena
This 9 day tradition begins on December 16th and it reenacts Mary and Joseph's search for a place to stay in Bethlehem.
What is Las Posadas
The Holy Family returned to this town after King Herod Died.
What is Nazareth