Christian Festivals

Christian Festivals

https://www.uri.org/kids/world-religions/christian-celebrations

Rituals and Beliefs

Ritual

-a usual manner of behaving or
doing

-the established form for a
ceremony

specifically : the order of words
prescribed for a religious ceremony
Belief
a state or habit of mind in
which trust or confidence is
placed in some person or
thing
an idea that is believed to
be true or valid without
positive knowledge

festival

●a time or program of special events and
entertainment in honor of something

●a time of celebration marked by special
observances

celebration

●a time or program of special events and
entertainment in honor of something

Advent - the four-week season of preparation for the birth of Christ, and
for the Second Coming. Often an Advent wreath is used as a focus for
prayer during Advent.

Christmas - Jesus' birth - often celebrated with nativity
scenes, stories, pageants recalling the story of Jesus'
humble birth in a stable surrounded by animals.

Epiphany - the visit of the three wise ones to Jesus just
after his birth and their subsequent spreading of the news
of his birth throughout the world.

Lent - the period leading up to Easter commemorating the
40 days Jesus spent in the desert fasting and praying. A
time for personal reflection and improvement through
prayer, fasting, and study.

Holy Week - the last week of Jesus' life, including Palm Sunday, which
celebrates his triumphal entry into Jerusalem the week before he was
crucified; Maundy Thursday, a remembrance of the Last Supper with
the disciples; and Good Friday, the day Jesus was crucified on a
cross, which is the most recognized symbol of Christianity.

Easter - Jesus' resurrection from the dead. Eggs are a major
symbol of Easter since they symbolize new life. Crosses
are often covered with flowers to symbolize Jesus' victory
over death.

Ascension Day - when Jesus' ascended into Heaven.

Pentecost - the gift of the Holy Spirit, God's presence in
the world, to Jesus' followers in the form of a mighty wind
and tongues of fire.

Saints' Days - official days, recognized by many
Christians, especially Catholic, Orthodox and Anglican,
celebrating people who have lived particularly holy lives
and are recognized as official saints.

In addition, certain passages in an
individual Christian's life are marked by
celebration and special services. These
include Baptism, or birth into the
Christian church; Confirmation, an
informed commitment to membership in
the church; weddings; and funerals.

Create your own presentation that can explain the answers of the questions below!

1.

What is celebration/ festival?

2.

What are some famous Christian festivals that you/ your

church celebrate?Explain!

3.

What is your favourite Christian festivals?

4.

Do we need to celebrate Christian Festivals? Why?

Bibliography

https://www.uri.org/kids/world-religions/christian-celebrations

http://academic.brooklyn.cuny.edu/history/dfg/jesu/festxtn.htm