A great family night activity is when you are going to put up your Christmas tree and decorations. (Our family tradition is to do the the first Saturday after Thanksgiving). Each thing you put up was either given to you or in the family or made or bought, and usually have special meanings. We begin with a Christmas song..the first one of the season. Then of course a prayer. We put up the tree first and decorate it with all the ornaments and we put a meaning to each ornament so it symbolizes something special for Christmas. Then we decorate with lights and house decorations, and talk about their meanings. then we sing , pray and drink hot cocoa and eat popcorn.
Here are the symbols to each ornament.
Bells:
Bells ring from church steeples and remind of of Christ
Stockings
Stockings are warmers of feet, our foundation is our feet. The foundation of our lives is the Lord.
Sleigh
Christmas is not only the celebration of Christ's birth, but also the celebration of winter.
Santa
The wise men brought gifts to the new born King. Santa is about giving gifts, sharing of what you have with others at Christmas.
Gingerbread Houses
Gingerbread houses, sweets, and treats, light up a childs face at Christmas.
Candles
Candles represent the light, hope, and warmth of Christ.
Ornaments
Ornaments sparkle and reflect the light. I like to think of ornaments as representing mankind and how we all can reflect the Saviors light.
Yule Log
The Yule log represents the fuel for the firelight and reminds us that all of the light that is within us is fueled by the Holy Ghost, when we seek after spiritual things.
Holly
To bring holly into the house at Christmas, reminds us that there is still beauty and hope, even in the dead of winter.
Evergreens, & Christmas Trees
Ever greens and Christmas trees remind us of eternal life, and the resurection of Christ. The ever green points us towards Heaven.
Christmas Cards
Christmas cards are another way of showing our love to our family and friends.
Mistletoe
A symbol of peace to all men.
Candy Canes
Symbol of the Good shepherds Staff
The Wreath
The wreath represents eternal life.
The 12 Days Of Christmas
This site tells the meanings behind all the 12 days of Christmas and their gifts.
