Christmas 老外讲圣诞节.ppt

Merry Christmas! What is Christmas about anyway?? What is Christmas about anyway?? Christians believe Jesus Christ was born 2,000 years ago to a mother named Mary. They believe Jesus is the son of Mary and God, but he was raised by a earthly father named Joseph. Christmas was a religious celebration. Christ + Mass = Christmas Christmas Traditions Christmas, of course, is a time also to give presents. Saint Nicholas 300s AD He was wealthy, but gave generous gifts to the poor. Santa Claus or Father Christmas Saint Nicholas eventually became what we think of today as Santa Claus (U.S.) or Father Christmas (U.K.) He Lives at the North Pole He has a workshop where elves make toys. His wife is Mrs. Claus He travels by flying reindeer and a magic sleigh. He travels down the chimney and leaves presents in your stocking and under the tree. But you must be a good boy or girl to get presents… … and you must leave milk and cookies for Santa, because he gets very hungry…. You can even write him a letter to tell him what you want for Christmas. More traditions…Christmas Lights Christmas Tree Christmas Caroling Mistletoe– If you stand with somebody under mistletoe, you must kiss! Christmas Cookies We Wish you a Merry Christmas! We wish you a Merry Christmas, We wish you a Merry Christmas, We wish you a Merry Christmas, And a Happy New Year! Good tidings we bring to you and your kin, Good tiding for Christmas and A happy New Year * * * * * *