The 4 candles of Advent names are hope, faith, joy, and peace, representing the virtues Jesus brought us.
Who was the Roman Emperor who decreed a census should be taken?
Caesar Augustus
Who was the King who interviewed the wise men?
Herod
Which of the Gospels begins: “A genealogy of Jesus Christ, son of David, son of Abraham”?
Matthew
Which feast follows Advent?
Christmas
Who announced to Mary that she was chosen to be Christ’s mother?
Angel Gabriel
Which of the Gospels tells us about the wise men?
Matthew
What feast day marks when the magi or wise men visited Jesus?
the Epiphany
What is the most important message of Advent and Christmas?
The Advent Season is all about reflecting on how we can prepare our hearts and homes for Christ's birth in the world as it is today.
In a dream, an angel tells Joseph to name his child Jesus, for it was prophesied that a virgin would give birth and call her son Immanuel. What does Immanuel mean?
God with us
Which of these events does Advent NOT anticipate? A. The resurrection of Jesus B. The birth of Christ in Bethlehem C. The second coming of Christ D. The reception of Christ in the heart of the believer
A. The resurrection of Jesus
How do the shepherds learn of Christ's birth?
An angel appears to them
How many purple (or violet) candles will you typically find in an Advent wreath?
Three
What title for Jesus means "God is with us?"
Emmanuel
When is the Epiphany celebrated?
the 1st Sunday after January 1
How many Sundays are in Advent?
Four
Which of the 4 Gospels gives details about the shepherds at Bethlehem?
Luke
What is the main point of Advent?
Spiritually, it's meant as a celebration of the Earthly birth of Jesus around 2,000 years ago but also a preparation and anticipation for the second coming.
Give at least 2different ways to celebrate Advent?
1. Set aside time for family Bible study. 2. Attend an Advent event at a local church. 3. Light candles and pray.
Why is Advent so important to Christians?
It is a time of preparation when Christians think about the second coming of Christ and what they need to do to be ready for his return.
Who speaks words to the pregnant Mary that have become a part of the Catholic Church's "Hail Mary"?
Elizabeth
The Christmas season is a time to rejoice in the ___, the truth that the Son of God became man.
Incarnation
On which day of the week does Advent always begin?
Sunday
What does the word Incarnation mean?
becoming flesh
In what city was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
Why did Joseph and Mary travel so close to the birth of Jesus?
They needed to return to the town of their birth to be counted.
When Mary visited Elizabeth, who was the child who "leapt for joy" in Elizabeth's womb.
John the Baptist
Which Gospel(s) speak of the events surrounding Christ's birth?
Matthew and Luke
What is the spiritual meaning of Christmas?
Christmas is a celebration, a time for giving and not simply a day we exchange gifts. The spirit of Christmas is in the 'togetherness'.
What does the rose (pink) candle lit on third Sunday of Advent symbolize?
Joy
What are the two symbols of Advent?
The use of the wreath and candles during Advent are a longstanding Catholic tradition that was originally adopted by Christians in the Middle Ages.
In St. Luke’s Gospel, the Angel Gabriel appears to Mary. To whom else does he appear?
St. Joseph
What is the last day in Advent?
Christmas Eve
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