Celebrations

Christmas - celebration of Jesus’ birth

‘Christ did for our sins’ Paul

‘The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us’ John

‘God so loved the world that He sent his one and only one, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life’ John

Importance

• God became immanent — involved within the world

• It shows God’s omnibenevolence

How is Christmas celebrated?

• Attending Church services with family — e.g. Midnight Mass

• Christmas carols

• Children perform in Nativity plays

• Exchanging presents with family and friends

Easter - celebration of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection

‘Christ died for our sins’ St Paul

Good Friday — celebrating crucifixion of Jesus

Jesus died on the cross as the act of Atonement.

This paid the price for human sinfulness and restored the relationship between humanity and God.

‘He has risen’ Gospels

‘If Christ had not raised, your faith is pointless’ St Paul

Easter Sunday — celebrating resurrection of Jesus

Jesus rose from the dead following his death on the cross.

This is seen as victory over death, giving hope to Christians for eternal life.

How is it celebrated?

• Attending Church services with family -- e.g. Easter Sunday

• Praying, studying scripture and reflecting

• Exchanging chocolate eggs

• Making and eating Hot Cross Buns