Journey through the ’12 Days of Christmas’

We love Christmas time – spending time with our families and friends, eating delicious food, opening presents, and watching Christmas pageants. It is also a special time to remember how God the Father sent his precious Son to be born as a gift for the whole world.

The 12 days of Christmas, known as Twelvetide, mark the period between the birth of Jesus and the visit from the wise men. Will you join us as we prepare for this time of Christmas by spending 12 days reading and reflecting on the story of Jesus’ birth?

In Australia and New Zealand, Christmas is a popular holiday, but did you know that not every country celebrates the way we do? Imagine you visited a country that does not celebrate Christmas: what would you share about this special day?

LCA International Mission’s booklet, ‘Joy to the World – 12 Days of Christmas’, shares insights into how our partner countries and churches celebrate Christmas. Through Bible verses and crafts, activities or recipes for each country, it encourages reflection on the true meaning of Christmas.

LCA International Mission has friends around the world who have different ways of celebrating Christmas, and we thought it would be interesting to share their traditions with you. What sights, sounds, dishes, or crafts might you discover in another country at Christmas?

We hope you enjoy travelling with us around the world this Christmas. While doing so, remember that Christmas is not just about carols, decorations, beautiful lights or gifts we give and receive; it is about Jesus Christ. His birth fulfilled God’s promise to bring us into his loving arms forever.

To download and view the booklet online, click here.

To order hard copies of the booklet, contact LCA International Mission by emailing lcaim@lca.org.au or phoning 08 8267 7317.

Erin Kerber is the Interim Assistant to the Bishop, International Mission.