How do Mormons celebrate christmas?

Answer 1

Mormons celebrate Christmas in a traditional Christain way, indistinguishable from any/all other Christians. There is no required or prohibited traditions; it is up to the individual to decide how to celebrate Christ's birth. The Mormon Church (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) holds annual Christmas celebrations on a national, international and local basis.

Answer 2

Mormons do not believe that Christ was born on Christmas Day. However Mormons celebrate the birth of Christ on that day and enjoy the season as a time to focus on Christ and to draw closer as a family. Mormons celebrate Christmas the same as most people and strive to make Christ the focus of the season.

Answer 3

Yes. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (commonly called "Mormons") do celebrate Christmas and exchange gifts as part of the celebration.

To learn more about how Mormons celebrate Christmas, visit the "Relate Links" below.

Answer 4

Mormons (Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) always celebrate Christmas, regardless of what day of the week it falls on. However, they do not typically hold a special meeting on a day other than Sunday (i.e. a Christmas Eve or Christmas Day service). The regular church meeting of Christmas week will most likely be related to the birth of Christ.

Answer 5

Yes. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) celebrate Christmas and Easter as well as local and national holidays (such as Independence Day and Thanksgiving in the US).

While Mormons are encouraged to focus their Christmas celebrations on the birth of Jesus Christ, many also include secular traditions such as Christmas Trees and Santa Claus. Most Mormon congregations host special Christmas activities such as dinners, carol concerts, and food/gift drives for needy families.

Each year the Church provides a special Christmas website featuring downloads, e-cards, family activities, etc. The international Church leadership provides a Christmas devotional program, and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir gives a special Christmas concert. If you'd like more information about these things, visit the "Related Links" below.

Answer 6

Yes, if they want to. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) celebrate Christmas. Most choose to follow traditions such as decorated trees, lights, gift giving, etc. Mormons are encouraged to spend time focusing on the Birth of Jesus Christ as a family during the Christmas season, but may also follow other traditions as well.

Answer 7

Yes. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) celebrate Christmas and follow the same customs that are common in their nation or culture, which usually includes gift giving.

If you'd like to learn more about Mormons beliefs about Christmas, check out the 'Related Links' below.

Answer 8

Yes, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the "Mormon" church) in the United States celebrate Thanksgiving and all other national holidays.

Answer 9

Yes Mormons believe in christ and therefore celebrate Christmas. It is an extremely important holiday in our religion along with Easter.