Sharefaith has an extensive list of Christian Holiday articles in the Spread The Word inspirational guide for Christian Churches. From Advent to the Wise Men of the Nativity, there are 67 articles in all to give you an overview of each holiday on the Christian calendar.
Here’s an excerpt from the article on the Feast of the Transfiguration coming up on August 6th:
The Feast of the Transfiguration, on August 6th, is an annual celebration observed by Catholic, Anglican, and some Protestant ministries in Western Christianity. It commemorates what many consider to be the highest point of Jesus’ earthly life, when he was “transfigured” by a brilliant white light at the top of a mountain and proclaimed to be the well-loved Son of God from a heavenly voice.
The Origins of the Feast
The Feast of the Transfiguration is held to have been founded by Saint Gregory the Illuminator, some time in the early third century, AD. It is said that the Feast took the place of an earlier pagan ritual known as “roseflame”, as Christ’s transfiguration was also similar to a flaming rose. The Feast was relatively slow to be adopted by the majority of churches, though most took up the practice by the 15th century.
Sharefaith also has images, clipart and designs for all the Christian Holidays.
Take a look at the articles on the Christian Holidays and see how traditions can enrich your Christian experience.