Christian Holidays and their origins By: Jennifer Weston
Advent and Christmas word signifies a coming make a place for lord in our lives Birth of Jesus Dec. 25 Observed 3 rd century AD
Lord’s Day and Good Friday Resurrection on Saturday to Sunday
Ash Wednesday and Lent Fasting and repentance A 40 day period Preparation for Easter During World War II
Thanksgiving Thankful for blessings of life 1621 started Feast on turkey and trimmings Associated with Pilgrims
Palm Sunday and Easter Known as a passion day Before the 3 rd or 4 th century AD In the first two centuries Jewish Passover
St. Patrick’s Day The patron saint of Ireland 5 th century Falls during the fasting season Irish culture around the world