Jesus Christ: His Mission and Ministry (Second Edition)
Chapter 3: Christmas HD
Christmas HD
Film Focus: This film discusses the Christmas season in the Catholic Church, why Christmas is dated on December 25.
Text Focus: Page 91
Discussion Questions:
- How was December 25 chosen as the date of Christmas?
- Christmas is universally accepted as a “happy day.” How is this true for you?
- How important is it to you to know the exact birthday of Jesus? Explain.
- What are things you can do to curtail the secularism that accompanies the Christmas season?
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