Christmas and Advent

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  1. 5. A term for Jesus as an infant.
  2. 6. Singing Christmas songs, often door-to-door.
  3. 10. Prayers said during Advent to reflect on the coming of Christ.
  4. 12. The animals that pull Santa's sleigh, traditionally named Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donder, and Blitzen.
  5. 13. The jolly, mythical figure who delivers gifts to children on Christmas Eve.
  6. 14. Worship services held during Advent, often focused on scripture readings and the themes of the season.
  7. 15. The tradition of exchanging presents to celebrate Christmas.
  8. 17. A striped, hook-shaped candy that symbolizes the shepherd’s crook and is often associated with Christmas.
  9. 19. A special Catholic church service held at midnight on Christmas Eve.
  10. 23. Decorative lights used to illuminate homes and Christmas trees during the holiday season.
  11. 25. Songs sung during Advent, like "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" and "Prepare the Way of the Lord."
  12. 27. Four candles, one lit on each Sunday of Advent. The colors and meanings can vary, but traditionally they represent Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love.
  13. 28. A plant with red berries and prickly leaves, often used in Christmas decorations.
  14. 29. Refers to Christmas Eve, also known as the night of the birth of Jesus.
  15. 30. The evening or day before Christmas, celebrated with services, dinners, and sometimes gift-giving.
  16. 31. The birth of Jesus Christ, often depicted in a nativity scene.
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  1. 1. A decorated evergreen tree, typically placed in homes or public spaces to celebrate Christmas.
  2. 2. The day that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, December 25.
  3. 3. A popular Christmas song and symbol of the season.
  4. 4. Traditional songs sung to celebrate the Christmas season, such as "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" and "Joy to the World."
  5. 7. A symbol of the Star of Bethlehem used to signify the coming of Christ.
  6. 8. A large meal typically enjoyed on Christmas Day, often including dishes like turkey, ham, or roast beef, along with Christmas pudding or pie.
  7. 9. Daily meditations or devotionals that focus on the themes of Advent.
  8. 11. A special calendar used to count down the days until Christmas, often with small windows or doors that reveal a surprise each day.
  9. 16. A model or depiction of the scene of Jesus Christ's birth, including figures like Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, the shepherds, the Wise Men, angels, and animals.
  10. 18. The liturgical time leading up to Christmas, a time of preparation and anticipation.
  11. 20. Shiny, metallic decorations often used on Christmas trees.
  12. 21. A well-known Christmas carol that commemorates the peaceful night of Jesus's birth.
  13. 22. A feeding trough where Jesus was placed after his birth.
  14. 24. Hung by the fireplace for Santa to fill with gifts.
  15. 26. The period of four weeks leading up to Christmas, starting on Sunday closest to November 30 (St. Andrew's Day).
  16. 27. A circular wreath with four candles (three purple, one pink) lit on each Sunday of Advent, representing hope, peace, joy, and love.
  17. 32. The Magi or Wise Men who visited Jesus, bringing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.