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Title: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 26, 2019, 09:58:44 PM The Christmas wreath was originally hung as a symbol of Jesus. The holly represents his crown of thorns and the red berries represent the blood he shed. O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 27, 2019, 10:03:41 PM What time is Christmas Midnight Mass? Midnight Mass would be held at twelve midnight. Some churches hold their Midnight Mass at an earlier hour. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 28, 2019, 09:32:31 PM Christmas was celebrated on December 25, even in the early centuries, at least by the Western Church, when the date was soon adopted in the East also. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 30, 2019, 09:19:07 PM Bishop Francois de Laval established the Feast of the Holy Family and had a Mass and office drawn up which are proper to the Diocese of Quebec. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 02, 2020, 09:55:43 PM St. Francis of Assisi arrived at Greccio on Christmas Eve. Through the aid of his friend Giovanni Velita, he constricted a crib and grouped around it figures of the Blessed Virgin, St. Joseph, the ass, the ox, and the Shepherds. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 04, 2020, 09:54:39 PM Christmas Dawn Prayer Father, we are filled with the new light by the coming of your Word among us. May the light of faith shine in our words and actions. :littleprayer: :+: :littleprayer: :+: :littleprayer: :+: :littleprayer: :+: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 06, 2020, 09:54:02 PM The word Theophania is well known as a name for the Epiphany. The Epiphany was originally a celebration both of the Nativity and the Baptism of the Lord Jesus. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 30, 2020, 06:50:15 PM The three traditional colors used for most Christmas decorations have religious significance. Red for the blood of Jesus Green symbolizes Christ's resurrection. Gold represents the status of Jesus as King of kings. :crucifix: :crucifix: :crucifix: :crucifix: :crucifix: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: Poche on January 14, 2021, 07:46:53 AM The Christmas wreath was originally hung as a symbol of Jesus. The holly represents his crown of thorns and the red berries represent the blood he shed. O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) Its circular form represents eternal life. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 27, 2021, 06:20:36 PM Bethlehem in English means "House of Bread". The Gospel according to John Chapter 6 Verse 35: I am the Bread of Life. He who comes to me will never go hungry. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: Shin on December 27, 2021, 11:23:31 PM Amen.
Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 28, 2021, 04:56:00 PM Originally celebrated on the Sunday after Epiphany, the Feast of the Holy Family was moved to the Sunday after Christmas in 1969, bringing it within the Christmas season. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 29, 2021, 05:41:32 PM The Midnight Mass is called The Angels' Mass. The Dawn Mass is called The Shepherd's Mass. The Christmas Day Mass is called The King's Mass. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 30, 2021, 04:57:14 PM For the Catholic Church, December 26 is used to celebrate the Feast of Saint Stephen. Saint Stephen is the first Martyr of the Catholic Church. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 01, 2022, 04:44:16 PM Christmas is the Feast of the Incarnation, the feast of God becoming man. :angelyellow: :angelyellow: :angelyellow: :angelyellow: :angelyellow: :angelyellow: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 03, 2022, 07:18:35 PM Pope Julius I decided that the birth of Jesus should be celebrated on December 25. Pope Julius was the bishop of Rome from February 6, 337 to April 12, 352. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 04, 2022, 04:42:19 PM Christmas Prayer Dear Infant Jesus In a short time You will come To visit us And your holy, divine coming Is full of Peace, Joy and Love. O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 05, 2022, 05:19:40 PM Candles and Christmas lights represent Christ, the Light of the World. Candles and Christmas lights also remind people that they are to be light to others, to show them the way to Christ. :principalities: :principalities: :principalities: :principalities: :principalities: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 06, 2022, 04:48:51 PM Christmas is a contraction of "Christ's Mass", which is derived from the Old English Cristes maesse. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 07, 2022, 04:20:14 PM The meaning of Epiphany is a Christian festival held on January 6 in honor of the coming of the Three Kings to the Child Jesus. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 26, 2022, 05:43:34 PM On December 25, 800 Pope Leo III crowned Charlemagne Holy Roman Emperor. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 27, 2022, 04:25:27 PM On December 25, 1046 Pope Clement VI crowned Henry III as Holy Roman Emperor. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 28, 2022, 05:03:58 PM At The Midnight Mass on Christmas the Gospel is Luke Chapter 2 Verses 1-14. At The Dawn Mass the Gospel is Luke Chapter 2 Verses 15-20. At The Christmas Day Mass the Gospel is John Chapter 1 Verses 1-18. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 29, 2022, 04:17:48 PM The Gospel passages proclaimed at the Vigil and the Midnight Mass of Christmas root the Nativity of the Lord in the family history and lineage of David as they tell the story of the Birth of the Savior. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 02, 2023, 06:11:49 PM The Feast of the Holy Family commemorates the lifes of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph together, and the celebration focuses on religious family life. :tea: :tea: :tea: :tea: :tea: :tea: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 03, 2023, 04:12:04 PM How wonderful that God chose the shepherds to see the important birth of the Infant Jesus! Because of their humble origins, the shepherds could not help but rejoice and tell everyone that they had seen the Messiah. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 05, 2023, 03:29:10 PM A Christmas nativity is probably one of the most recognizable symbols of the Christmas seaon. :littlewings: :tinyangel: :thrones: :angelyellow: :cherubim: :seraphim: :angelyellow: :seraphim: :thrones: :littlewings: :angelblue: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 26, 2023, 04:34:16 PM Saint Stephen's Day, also called the Feast of Saint Stephen, is a Christian saint's day to commemorate Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 28, 2023, 03:13:35 PM The Christmas tree is an evergreen tree to remind people of God's everlasting love. The star which is traditionally placed on top of the tree symbolizes the star of Bethlehem. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on December 30, 2023, 05:51:12 PM The angel of the Lord appeared to the shepherds and told them the good tidings of the Messiah. As for the angel, the Bible does not name him. Might the angel have been Gabriel? :seraphim: :seraphim: :seraphim: :seraphim: :seraphim: :seraphim: :seraphim: :seraphim: :seraphim: :seraphim: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 01, 2024, 06:10:27 PM {A} Daylily Holy Water
{B} A pristine purple daylily with a silver blue watermark {C} Feast of the Holy Family Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 02, 2024, 04:28:58 PM Christmas Time runs from First Vespers (Evening Prayer I) of the Nativity of the Lord up to and including the Sunday after Epiphany or after January 6. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 03, 2024, 05:44:56 PM December 28 is the Feast of the Holy Innocents. O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) O:) Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: eschator83 on January 04, 2024, 03:45:43 PM Once again, many thanks for a very enjoyable thread. It helps especially because my file for Christmas liturgy and devotion is sadly very thin. I have a bit on the Christmas Octave; there is a little more on the 12 days of Christmas, mostly the English song (do you think it is true England forbade private Christmas celebration from 1558 to 1829?); and a bit about 40 days of Christmas (until Feb 2- Candlemas) in ancient times. Can you suggest more sources of Christmas devotion (I give praise and thanks for all our wonderful caroles)? Could you and others comment on the timing of your Christmas celebration? Thanks again.
Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 04, 2024, 04:35:28 PM What is the most popular Catholic Christmas tradition? Answer: Going to Midnight Mass :thrones: :thrones: :thrones: :angelblue: :angelblue: :angelblue: :littlewings: :littlewings: :littlewings: :tinyangel: :tinyangel: :tinyangel: The Book of the Prophet Jeremiah Chapter 31 Verse 7 For Yahweh says this: Shout with joy for Jacob! Hail the chief of nations! Proclaim! Praise! Shout, "Yahweh has saved his people, the remnant of Israel!" Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: Shin on January 04, 2024, 11:32:44 PM I too am greatly enjoying these.
Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 05, 2024, 05:38:50 PM Once again, many thanks for a very enjoyable thread. It helps especially because my file for Christmas liturgy and devotion is sadly very thin. I have a bit on the Christmas Octave; there is a little more on the 12 days of Christmas, mostly the English song (do you think it is true England forbade private Christmas celebration from 1558 to 1829?); and a bit about 40 days of Christmas (until Feb 2- Candlemas) in ancient times. Can you suggest more sources of Christmas devotion (I give praise and thanks for all our wonderful caroles)? Could you and others comment on the timing of your Christmas celebration? Thanks again. In 1558 Queen Elizabeth I of England took the throne. In 1559 the Act of Uniformity abolished the old worship. The open practice of Catholicism was forbidden by law. In 1647 the English parliament passed a law that made Christmas illegal. Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 08, 2024, 06:36:14 PM Luke did not say the angels heralding Jesus' birth sang. Rather, they were "praising God and saying, 'Glory to God in the highest.'" The Gospel According to St. Luke Chapter 2 Verses 13-14 :tinyangel: :littlewings: :thrones: :angelblue: :angelyellow: :cherubim: :seraphim: :seraphim: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 11, 2024, 03:47:47 PM What is the biblical symbol for Christmas? Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: eschator83 on January 26, 2024, 11:47:33 AM I'm hoping you'll tell us.
Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on January 27, 2024, 05:48:53 PM I'm hoping you'll tell us. The star symbolizes the star that appeared in the sky at the birth of Jesus. :principalities: Title: Re: Christmas Miscellaneous Post by: CyrilSebastian on March 07, 2024, 04:32:13 PM A lady stated that if the person began to read The Gospel According to St. Luke starting on December 1 and read a chapter a day, he would know what Christmas was all about on Christmas Eve. The Gospel of Luke has 24 chapters. |