1. Christian Holidays and their origins By: Jennifer Weston

2. 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

3. Lord’s Day and Good Friday Resurrection on Saturday to Sunday

4. Ash Wednesday and Lent Fasting and repentance A 40 day period Preparation for Easter During World War II

5. Thanksgiving Thankful for blessings of life 1621 started Feast on turkey and trimmings Associated with Pilgrims

6. 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

7. St. Patrick’s Day The patron saint of Ireland 5 th century Falls during the fasting season Irish culture around the world