Bible
Mary and Joseph went to Bethlehem, after this ruler issued a decree requesting a census be taken of the entire Roman world
Who is Caesar Augustus?
This 1957 holiday classic, performed by "The King," became a favorite for many, featuring lyrics about longing and sadness during the Christmas season
What is Blue Christmas?
This European country celebrates Christmas with a tradition called "The Feast of the Seven Fishes," a festive meal enjoyed on Christmas Eve
What is Italy?
This night was historically the setting of dinner and exchanging presents with Grandma and Aunt Sandy
What is Christmas Eve?
This train is known for its exquisite, warm, comforting beverage made by dissolving cocoa powder or melting chocolate into milk or water, creating a rich, creamy drink
What is The Polar Express?
These animals are often depicted alongside Jesus in nativity scenes, though they are not mentioned in the Bible
What are oxen and donkey?
This hymn, translated from German, depicts the "stille nacht" during which Jesus was born to Mary
What is Silent Night?
In this country, the tradition of bringing an Evergreen tree inside began
What is Germany?
These finger foods were frequently found on the dining room table to be consumed prior to dinner on Christmas eve
What are pickles and olives?
This 2003 film, portrays a man searching for his father while exploring the Big Apple
What is Elf?
This gospel is the only of the gospels not to describe the birth of Jesus in narrative form
What is John?
This traditional Christmas hymn is frequently used to mark the end of the Advent season and express excitement for the birth of the Savior of the World
What is Joy to the World?
On December 13th, the Swedes celebrate this patron saint of light
What is St. Lucia?
The Cresh used on the altar was painted by this late member of ELLC
Who is Mary Ann Yost?
"Keep the change, ya filthy animal!" This quote comes from which 1990 Christmas comedy?
What is Home Alone?
This prophet is quoted in the Gospel of Matthew, stating that the Messiah would come from the line of David.
Who is Nathan?
This song, describing themes of humility, awe and reverence for the Christ child, also marks a curiosity surrounding the identity of said child
What is What Child is This?
In Japan, Christmas is not a traditional holiday, but it has gained popularity due to the influence of Western culture. A unique Christmas tradition in Japan is to eat fried chicken, from this beloved fast food chain
What is KFC?
This phrase, often used by mom in the case of her remembering a gift is missing
What is "there should be another gift"?
This misfit elf, who dreams of becoming a dentist rather than making toys, finds himself on the Island of Misfit Toys in the 1964 animated classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Who is Hermey?
This passage from the Old Testament refers to the Messiah being a ruler who would come from Bethlehem
What is Micah 5:2?
This common Christmas song, had its text written by Marcus Aurelius Clemens Prudentius, and was originally part of a longer poem called Corde Natus Ex Parentis written around 400 AD
What is Of the Father's Love Begotten?
In this country, Christmas celebrations start in September and culminate with Noche Buena, a festive meal. This unique holiday event is known for its elaborate parols, star-shaped lanterns symbolizing the Star of Bethlehem.
What is the Philippines?
This body part, not usually important in the birthing process, was where Jesus was welcomed to the world from during Emily's rendition of the Nativity story
What is the neck?
In this 1954 musical, two sisters are rescued by a pair of best friends and whisked off to Vermont. These actors are credited with playing these friends.
Who is Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye?