Rituals
Name 2 Christmas traditions
Church Services, Nativity Scenes, Decorations, Gift Giving, Feasts
When was Jesus born
It is unknown... December 25th may be wrong.
Many people outside of Christianity celebrate Christmas, this is because Christmas has become...
increasingly secular
Less religious
Commercialized
etc...
Religious officials do what during Christmas
Officiate Christmas Mass, Deliver Sermons, Oversee Sacraments
To remember the birth of Jesus
When was the ban on Christmas in America lifted. (Hint CIVIL WAR)
1870
Which denomination does not attend church services on Christmas Day when it falls on a weekday
Protestants
Is the term Christmas used in the Bible? If so where?
No, The term “Christmas” is never actually used in any version of the Bible.
Why was celebration of Christmas banned in America and England?
The Puritans banned it.
This Denomination of Christianity celebrates the four weeks preceding Christmas, and celebrates mass at midnight on Christmas.
Roman Catholics
The scriptural roots of Christmas are primarily found in which of the Gospels
Primarily in Matthew and Luke.
Name three major contributions made by the Germans for Christmas traditions and celebration.
The Christmas tree, Nutcrackers, Wreaths
Orthodox Christians celebrate Christmas in what unique way.
Celebrate Christmas on the 6th and 7th of January
Gift-giving takes place on St. Nicholas day - December 19th - or New Year’s eve.
GET ONE RIGHT FOR POINTS
Finish the quote “Behold a ____ shall give birth and conceive a ___ …”
Virgin ; Son
Give a detailed description of how St. Nicholas became modern day Santa Claus.
St. Nicholas saved three young girls from a life of prostitution by gifting their in-debt father with enough gold to pay off his debt. Then, St. Nicholas died on December 6th which is why his gift giving is associated with Christmas.