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Since the early creation of our nation, American

have been taking time once a year to celebrat

God's generosity. Harvest Time and Thanksgivin

reminds us of all the blessings we shar




After a hearty turkey and dressing feast, man

families like to follow the football action on T

Cheering on their favorite team, the guys w

always get hungry for more pumpkin pi




With turkey leftovers still in the frig, peop

already start to create festive winter displays th

are sure to make you grin. Nothing will freeze ou

the fun for folks who live up north




Spying on mother during the gift shoppin

season has become a favorite game for man

children. She wants to make Christmas specia

but it is hard to keep some things a surpris




Daddy made it home just in time to help his litt

angel put the star on top of the tree. Som

soldiers must serve during the Holidays. We w

pray tonight that God will watch over them




Children learn young to show kindness to fol

who live nearby. Millions of fruit baskets, loave

of banana bread, boxes of fudge and cookie

affirm the bond we share with our neighbor




The story of the birth of Jesus is told with dram

and song all over our nation. The greatest g

the world has ever known could never b

wrapped with paper and ribbon




New Year's Eve is a t ime of hope an

anticipation. Looking forward we mak

resolutions to achieve new goals and wish eac

other prosperity with kisses and confett




Color and cut out the gift tags above. The

punch out the holes and thread with ribbon o

string. Make your own wrapping with pap

grocery bags, stamps and marker




Throughout the centuries, wreaths have been

popular way to symbolize eternal hope, awar

athletes for their achievements and honor thos

who have passed on before u




Did you know that another baby named Joh

jumped inside his mother's womb when she hear

that Mary was expecting? There is so much more t

the story than your nativity set can depic

1. Why did Joseph and Mary go to Bethlehem.a. To find a place for Mary to give birth.b. Joseph was expected at a family reunion.c. To participate in a census.

2. What animal did Mary ride to Bethlehem?a. Donkeyb. Small horsec. Llamad. The Bible does not say.

3. The Holy Family named the child"Jesus" because:

a. An Angel told Mary to use the name.b. An Angel told Joseph to use the name.c. All of the above.d. None of the above.

4. What type of building was Jesus born in?a. Stable (Barn)b. Cavec. Innd. The Bible does not say.

5. What animals were presentat the Nativity?

a. Cattle

b. Sheepc. Dovesd. All of the abovee. The Bible does not say.

6. Who announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds?

a. The wise menb. An Angelc. A small boy with a drum

7. How many wise men were there?a. 3b. 7c. The Bible does not say.

8. How did the star compare in brightness with the other stars?

a. Brighterb. Equivalentc. A faint glow over the horizon.d. The Bible does not say.

9. How soon after Joseph and Mary reached Bethlehem was Jesus born?

a. Within minutes.b. That nightc. The Bible does not say.

Be aware that many of ourimpressions of the Christmasstory are given to usthrough traditions, songs anddramatic productions.

The Real Answers?You can find the answers tothese questions in the booksof Matthew and Lukein the Holy Bible.

The Nativity Test



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