Carols
Finish the lyric: "Silent night, holy night. _____________. ______________."
All is calm. All is bright.
What group of people were the first to visit Jesus?
Shepherds
What did baby Jesus sleep in after his birth? What was it originally used for?
A manger, which holds the food for the animals
What do naughty kids get in their stockings?
coal
What is Santa Claus' REAL name?
St. Nicholas
Sing the chorus to "Angel's We Have Heard on High"
Gloria, in excelsis Deo
Why did Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem?
to register for the census
According to the Gospel of Matthew - the Wise Men saw the Star in the north, east, south, or west?
East
What do you call the circular arrangement of tree branches, leaves, and flowers that people hang on their front door?
Why are the colors of Christmas red and green? (Hint: it is a Christian holiday)
Red = the blood of Christ
Green = eternal life, the evergreen trees stay vibrant green throughout winter
Finish the lyrics from "We Wish You a Merry Christmas": "Good tidings we bring to __________________."
you and your kin.
If historically accurate, who should be present at the nativity scene (excluding the animals and angels)?
Shepherds, Mary, Joseph, (baby Jesus) - the wise men came about 2 years later
What is the meaning of the name Jesus?
The Lord saves
List 3 popular Christmas traditions
Christmas tree decorating, hanging up lights, Advent calendars, caroling, gift exchange, making cookies for Santa, writing letters for Santa, etc.
How do you say "Merry Christmas" in Spanish? (Hint: It's a famous song)
Feliz Navidad
Finish the lyrics:
Hark the herald angels sing,
______________________!
Peace on earth and mercy mild,
______________________.
Glory to the newborn King!
God and sinners reconciled.
Finish the angel's greeting to Mary: "Greetings! You ____________________! The Lord is with you."
who are highly favored
What were the two gospel books that include details about the birth of Jesus?
Matthew and Luke
Name 2 Christmas movies.
Home Alone, Elf, A Christmas Carol, The Grinch, etc.
Name 3 of Santa's reindeer.
Rudolf, Dancer, Dasher, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen
What is the meaning of "in excelsis Deo"?
Glory to God in the highest
Finish the verse: "Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 'Glory to God in _______________, and on earth ______ to those on whom _______________.'"
“Glory to God in the highest (heaven), and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
What was the name of the prophetess who approached Mary and Joseph in the temple and thanked God for the baby Jesus?
Anna
What exactly did the Grinch steal when he "stole Christmas"?
He stole the food and presents
Eggnog