Symbols of Christmas

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Across
  1. 3. Ancient dessert originally made with 13 ingredients representing Jesus and the 12 disciples
  2. 5. J for Jesus or shepherd's crook
  3. 6. Spirit of unity for all mankind
  4. 8. Rejoiced with song at Jesus's birth
  5. 12. Symbol of everlasting life and hope that points to heaven
  6. 13. Rings out to guide a lost sheep to safety, a reminder that Christ is our shepherd
  7. 16. A symbolic shape representing eternity that welcomes family and friends
Down
  1. 1. A leaf that represents the crown of thorns
  2. 2. The blood of life
  3. 4. Color indicating eternity
  4. 7. Reminder that those with wisdom follow Christ still
  5. 9. To remind us of the greatest gift of all, our Savior
  6. 10. Color representing the purity of Christ
  7. 11. God's promise that He would send a Savior; Wise Men followed
  8. 14. Represents Jesus, the light of the world
  9. 15. A symbol of rebirth and purity sent from heaven