Christmas Random
They spread the news about baby Jesus throughout Bethlehem
Who are the Shepherds?
In Isaiah 9, these 4 titles and names are ascribed to Jesus.
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
4th century saint. Famous for slapping Arius (a heretic) accross the face. Also for delivering coins and presents to the poor.
Who is St. Nicholas?
Mary and Joseph had to take a trip to Bethlehem because of this, declared by Augustus Cesar
What is a census?
Mele Kalikimaka
What is Merry Christmas?
These are the three gifts the three wise men gave to Mary and Joseph
What are gold, frankincense and myrrh?
This is the age difference between John the Baptist and Jesus
What is 6 months?
Bah humbug! But nope, not Ebeneezer. This grumpy leader was quite perturbed to hear about the birth of a new ruler in his land
Who is King Herod?
This important messenger delivered news of an unexpected birth to both Mary, and Zechariah.
Who is Gabriel?
Joyeux Noel!
What is Merry Christmas
The original purpose of the advent season was to do this. A common Christian practice done when someone was giving up the things of the world in preparation for something Holy and important.
What is fasting?
In Isaiah, the prophet proclaims that the Lord himself will give the people a sign, 'the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him this.
Who is Emmanuel?
Mother to John the Baptist, the man whose birth would signify the coming of the Messiah
Who is Elizabeth, cousin of Mary?
Nobody expected the savior of the world to be born in such a simple and impoverished manner. Neither did the world expect this group to be the first to receive the news.
Stille Nacht
What is Silent Night?
The number of days after the birth of Christ, that Joseph and Mary gave him the name Jesus.
What is 8 days?
The Christmas season officially ends on this important day, commemorating an important moment
What is the Epiphany?
"Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, goodwill toward men." - Luke 2:14
Who are the multitude of angels?
The infancy narrative can be found in these 2 Gospel accounts.
What are Matthew and Luke?
Babbo Natale
What is Santa Claus?
Matthew traces Jesus' family line back to this person.
Who is Abraham?
This chapter of Isaiah tells of the suffering of Messiah on the cross and describes his agony
What is Isaiah 53?
This trio visited the infant from the east. Give all 3 variations of their titles!
1. Wisemen
2. Kings
3. Magi
The first character we meet in the infancy narrative. His voice is muted because of the disbelief with the message he receives
Who is Zechariah?
Mary gave this proclamation in response to what the angel told her about how she would conceive her son.
What is behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word.?