Every holy day that occurs in December
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Hanukkah – The Festival of Lights
Hanukkah is also called the “Festival of Lights” because of the 9 branched menorah that is lit each night. It is also mentioned in the New Testament and has lessons it can teach believers today.
The 12 Days of Christmas
Most are familiar with the song the “12 Days of Christmas” but don’t realize is an actual season of celebration that follows Christmas Day. Observing the 12 days of Christmas is an opportunity to slow down and extend your Christmas celebrations while keeping the focus on Christ.
John Wycliffe – Bible Translator and Proto Reformer
John Wycliffe was the first person to translate the entire Bible into English and was considered by later Reformers to be a forerunner of their efforts.
The Saints are called to gather at the Ohio
On December 30, 1830 Joseph Smith received the revelation that would become D&C 37.
Holy Innocents
The Holy Innocents are the children murdered by Herod. Though a solemn subject matter this day is one for reflecting on and treasuring children and childhood.
Saint John – The Apostle and Evangelist
John the Apostle was the only one of the 12 to not die a martyr’s death. He wrote several books of the Bible and his life message was one of love.
History of Advent
Advent is the season of 4 weeks that traditionally is a time of increased focus on Christ leading up to Christmas day.
Advent – in the Catholic & Protestant tradition
There are many ways to celebrate Advent, these are some of my favorites.
Saint Stephen – The First Martyr
Stephen the first Christian martyr
Harold B. Lee
Harold B. Lee was President of the church from July 7, 1972 to December 26, 1973. He oversaw the establishment of the church welfare program and the church correlation program.