The Knights Roundtable
December 2021
Dear Families,
Alumni Night
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
On December 10, 1948, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The document that was signed stated that every person should be granted their economic, political, and social rights.
Music and Murals
Celebration in Other Cultures
Advent is a liturgical season anticipating both the second coming of Christ in glory and the celebration of His birth on Christmas Day. Christmas gifts are a reflection of God's gift of His Son to save us from our sins. Some others are listed here:
Advent signifies the coming of Christ and marks the beginning of the four-week Christmas season. Special church services are held to focus on the Nativity rather than commercial activities.
Epiphany is celebrated 12 days after Christmas on January 6 to remember the Wise Men who visited the baby Jesus. In some countries, gifts are given.
Las Posadas is primarily celebrated in Latin America although it is gaining popularity in other places. The 400-year-old tradition consists of 9 days of candle-lit parades of families and friends depicting Joseph and Mary seeking a place in the inn. The group travels to a different house each night singing a plea to let Mary and Joseph in. Once the couple is accepted, the group prays and shares traditional food such as tamales. The last evening is a big party that often includes a piñata and fireworks.
Christingles has become a common children's service during Advent. It began in a Moravian congregation in Germany in 1747, but it is now celebrated by congregations worldwide. Children are given a lit candle placed on the top of an orange, symbolizing the love of God and the world.
Kwanzaa
As you all know, the DEU retreat has been moved to the spring. Once we have more information, we will let you know. If you are interested in joining us for this, please email Mrs. Davis bdavis@bishopoconnell.org.
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Email: bdavis@bishopoconnell.org