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- Advent and Christmas - A site to help families celebrate Advent and Christmas in a Christian way.
- American Catholic: Celebrating Advent - Christmas - Daily Catholic Advent prayers, how to make an Advent wreath and Jesse tree, Advent calendar and other activities help celebrate the season leading up to Christmas.
- Catholic Online: Advent - Something about Advent from the Catholic perspective. Background on the Advent wreath, something for each week of the season, and 6 ways to make the season less commercial.
- The Christian Season of Advent - Information on the Christian Season of Advent from a Protestant perspective, including the meaning of the symbols used to celebrate it and its theological significance as part of Christian worship.
- The Season of Advent - Information about the season, including what it means, when it starts and ends, how it originated, and how it sets the theme for Christian worship.
- Spirit Home: Advent - What Advent means, how it began, how it is celebrated, and some devotional readings.
- Advent Calendar - A web based traditional Advent calendar. Features animated doors, inspirational graphics, and Bible verses which are mostly from Psalms.
- Ann's Advent Calendar - Each day provides a holiday image, musical selection, and a prayer in the Catholic tradition.
- Celebrate Meeting Jesus - On-line advent calendar with a reflection on people in the New Testament for each day.
- Mary Page Advent Calendar - A numbered nativity scene provides places to click to bring up meditations and Bible history; from the Marian Library at the International Marian Research Institute. [Roman Catholic]
- All About Jesus - A reflection on Jesus for the month of December.
- American Catholic: Christmas - Written, audio, and video resources for the season. Includes Advent and Epiphany.
- Annie's Christmas Page - Remember that Jesus is the Reason for the Season. Lots of different pages - Wisemen page, Kids page and a Gingerbread page to name a few.
- Answers In Action: Is God Against Christmas? - Raymond L. Cox refutes the common objections to the celebration by Christians.
- Christmas and Advent Meditations - Meditations on the first Christmas, the season now, and the second Advent.
- Christmas Customs--Are They Christian? - A look at Christmas customs with special consideration of some aspects of Mexican traditions.
- Christmas in Cyberspace: A Christian Perspective - Links related to the birthday of Jesus.
- Christmas Is About Christ: Or is it? - Christmas from a Christian point of view.
- Christmas Paganism - Contends that Christmas is not a Christian holiday and encourages readers to follow Jesus.
- Christmas Studies - A collection of articles by various authors on the birth of Jesus Christ and what this event means to mankind.
- Christmas, what is the true meaning? - Explanation of the purpose of Jesus Christ's birth. Answers for skeptics. Carols, games, coloring pages, and reviews of Christmas movies.
- A Holy Christmas - Many Links to sites and to original resources to help celebrate with joy and reverence the birth of the Christ. (from Kir-Shalom Ministries)
- The Incarnation - An expanation by a Catholic layman.
- Lift Up Your Hearts: Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany Resources - Large annotated listing of selected sites offering Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany resources with an emphasis on Lutheran, Canadian and ecumenically-accessible content.
- Merry Christmas from Bible Life Ministries - A seasonal greeting and Bible verses grouped by theme to encourage the worship of Jesus at this time.
- The Nativity - An order form for a video from the Latter-Day Saints depicting the story of the birth of Jesus.
- Sermon Central: Jesus Christ or Santa Claus - A sermon by Clarence Talley, Sr. of Mount Corinth Baptist Church.
- Sweet Little Baby Jesus: A Devotional - Evangelical devotional thoughts by Howard Culbertson growing out of reflections on Psalm 22, 23 and 24.
- A Top Ten Christmas at Peggie's Place - A family page with links for celebrating the season.
- Trinity Lutheran Church: The Real Christian Christmas Page - Essays and short meditations on Christmas.
- The Twelve Voices of Christmas - A drama consisting of 12 monologues in which Biblical characters reflect on what Jesus meant to them.
- Christmas Hymns List - Christmas Hymn Files from the 1940 Episcopal Hymnal. By Rob Getman.
- Christmas Midis - Hosted by Angelfire Communications.
- Christmas Songs - Over 150 Christmas Songs (midi and lyrics) in Various languages - mostly English and German
- Christmas Songs and Lyrics - [300+ lyrics and MIDI; zipped]
- Christmas Year 'Round - Many Christmas Carols (midi) from all over the world: American, Caribbean, Swedish, German, and Polish.
- Christmas.com Music Box - Midi Files - Many Christmas Carols and lots of information about Christmas.
- Completorium - Collection of Polish Christmas Carols.
- The Cyber Hymnal: Christmas - Many Lesser Known Hymns (midi and lyrics).
- Diane & Bomi's Christmas Midi Page - Many traditional and modern Christmas carols (midi) in different arrangements; sequencer information; links to sequencers, other holiday midi sites.
- Holiday & Christmas MIDI Song Files - Over 35 high-quality Christmastime MIDI files
- Lutheran Hymnal Folk Christmas - Christmas hymns and carols arranged in general midi files featuring folk settings.
- Multilingual English Index - Files with words in multiple languages. English, Japanese, Korean, French, and German. Links to many other Christmas pages.
- Silvis Woodshed Christmas MIDI Files - 39+ files. Choral arrangements.
- Songs of Praise - Christmas - A wonderful mix of new and traditional Christmas songs - midi, score, and lyrics for each song listed.
- Soulkeeper Music - A selection of Christmas carols and songs in MIDI format.
- Uncle Dave's Christmas MIDI Files - Over 20 Xmas MIDIS: original arrangements.
- Unique Christmas Carol midis by DeLong Farms - Very unique Christmas midi files. Medieval to Contemporary Carols.
- Xmas Fun Songs - contains over 50 carols with midis & lyrics plus more carols with just lyrics
- Franz Xaver Gruber Museum Arnsdorf - Museum about Franz Xaver Gruber and his house where he lived.
- Silent Night and Local History Museum - Regional information plus brief biography of the song's composer and writer, portraits, and model of Franz Gruber's birth home in Oberndorf, in the Innviertel region of Upper Austria.
- Silent Night, Holy Night - Brief introduction to the piece with extended history, various arrangements in MIDI audio, and assorted religious Christmas illustrations. From the Carmelite Province of the Most Pure Heart of Mary.
- Silent Night: Let's Get It Right! - Sheet music with the original 19th century melody.
- Silent Night Museum Oberndorf - Museum at the location, where Silent Night had been performed for the first time
- Silent Night: True Story - Tribute to the Christmas hymn works to authenticate its history and includes information debunking certain myths plus MIDI audio of two arrangements and of another Franz Gruber carol.
- Silent Night Web - Translations, notation and the history of the song.
- Silent Night Webcam - Webcam in Oberndorf bei Salzburg, where Silent Night had been performed for the first time
- The Story Behind "Silent Night" - A version of how the lyrics and tune came to be written and performed.
- Alleluia! He Is Risen - Reflects on the far-reaching impact of Christ's life.
- Annie's Easter Page - Provides historical information and explains what common Easter symbols mean.
- Christ is Risen - Includes the resurrection story and links to other Christian sites.
- Christian Seder / Passover Dinner and Haggadah - A short description of the Seder Dinner as well as a congregational hosting guide. Includes Haggadah.
- ChristianAnswers Net: The Betrayal and Crucifixion - Part of the story of Jesus Christ.
- Christianity Today: Countdown to Easter - Forty ways to celebrate. Scripture readings, fun activities, discussion points, and hymns to help families focus on Christ's death and resurrection.
- The Church of God, International: Should Christians Observe Easter? - To millions of professing, churchgoing Christians, "Easter" is one of the chief religious festivals. But what do eggs, rabbits, new clothing, sunrise services, and hot cross buns have to do with Jesus Christ?
- Easter - Thoughts on the meaning of Easter.
- Easter in CyberSpace: A Christian Perspective - A directory of Christ-centered Easter and Lent web sites. No bunnies! Just the Good News.
- The Easter Page -- Lent, Easter, The Resurrection - Cyberspace journey through scripture, art, music, prose and other materials which reflect on the mystery and miracle of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- Easter Stories and Articles - Christian Articles Archive - 10 stories and articles related to Easter; some also available in Chinese and Portuguese.
- Facts about the Crucifixion - A physician examines Christ's suffering during his final hours from a medical perspective.
- He Is Risen - Art, music, scripture, and customs of Lent, Easter and the resurrection of Jesus. Lutheran: hosted by LCMS
- He is Risen - Shares the story of Easter and explains symbols commonly associated with Easter.
- A Holy Easter - Large collection of links from Kir-Shalom Ministries
- Interactive Passion History - Virtual trip to Calvary, showing the passion story.
- Overview Presentations: Palm Sunday to Pentecost - Images for various events before, during, and after the Holy Week with written comments.
- Praying Through Lent and Easter - Provides prayers for Lent and Easter. Includes a collection of prayers for children.
- 10 Reasons To Believe Christ Rose From The Dead - Examines Biblical and historical evidence which supports belief in Christ's resurrection.
- Resurrection Song - A musical play to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus.
- Seek: Christian Resources - Holidays: Easter - Links promoting the celebration of Resurrection Day instead of "Easter."
- Shalom Scripture Studies: Is Easter in the Bible? - Easter is based on pagan and heathen customs and has nothing to do with Christianity. Christians should be celebrating Passover and the Resurrection of our Lord.
- A Simplified Easter Dating Method - (with charts and explanations) by Ronald W. Mallen of the Astronomical Society of South Australia.
- St. Anthony Messenger Press: Easter - Articles, devotionals, and soundbytes by Catholic priests and theologians for Easter, the Sundays of Easter, and Pentecost.
- Terry's Easter Celebration - Includes the biblical account of Christ's death and resurrection along with study notes and offers Easter stories suitable for children.
- Twas the Night Before Easter - A creative parody to reflect on the true meaning of Easter, and a Christian holiday celebration for the entire family.
- The Twelve Voices of Easter: Table of Contents - RealAudio and visual drama written by Dr. Woodrow Kroll and Keith Ghormley relates Christ's hours of dark sorrow, from His arrest in the garden to His agonizing death on the cross.
- The United Church of Canada: Gathering - An online worship magazine with Lent, Easter, and Pentecost resources.
- The Wonder of Easter - One woman shares her Easter tradition.
- At The Well : He is Risen - A visual and musical presentation celebrating Jesus, Whom death could not conquer.
- John 3:16 - A Flash presentation about Christ's death. "Take time to consider grace."
- The Ballad of the Cross - Song by Elton Smith and Larry Holder. Several audio formats, lyrics, and the sheet music for this song. Spanish and German lyrics provided as well.
- Classical Music Archives - Handel's Messiah - MIDI files and live recordings of featured artists in MP3 and WMA formats - scroll down to Operas and Oratorios, and then to Messiah.
- Easter Hymns - Collection of Famous Easter Hymns in Midi format.
- I am the Resurrection - Audio files, lyrics, and the musical score for this song by Elton Smith and Dan Zigler.
- Shout Hosanna! - Sheet music available for this song by Elton Smith and Larry Holder. Lyrics in English and Italian.
- Articles on the Historical Jesus - Articles by Williams Lane Craig on the resurrection, miracles, the empty tomb, and historicity of the Gospels.
- ChristianAnswers.Net: Resurrection of Christ - A concise description, and review of Bible passages.
- Contradictions in the Resurrection Story - Concise synopsis of claimed contradictions, from a Muslim website.
- Could Jesus Christ Really Have Risen from the Dead? - Article examines common alternative explanations for the resurrection.
- Deedat, Ahmed: Responses - Refutes Muslim objections to the resurrection.
- Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead? - Transcript of a Campus Crusade sponsored debate between Michael Horner and Dan Barker.
- Easter: Myth, Hallucination, or History? - Edwin M. Yamauchi on pagan fertility myths, mystery religions, hallucination theories and spiritual (non-physical) resurrection options.
- Exploring Christianity - The Resurrection - Article by Stan Stewart (New Zealand) about the importance and meaning of the resurrection.
- Friday to Sunday = 3 days + 3 nights - Chronology issues, some specific to Church of God; Sunday vs Saturday resurrection, Friday to Sunday being 3 days.
- A Harmony of the Resurrection Accounts - A short proposal charting agreements between various New Testament stories.
- Interactive Passion History - Virtual trip to Calvary, showing the passion story.
- Jesus and Liberal New Testament Scholarship - Five articles on the methods and findings of the 'Jesus Seminar' - naturalistic assumptions, Jesus' uniqueness, the resurrection, the reliability of the Gospels, revisionist views of Jesus. Articles by Dr. Greg Boyd.
- Jesus Rose from the Grave - A summary of references to the resurrection in the gospels. (New King James Version)
- On the Physical Death of Jesus Christ - Journal of the American Medical Association article assessing the probability of Jesus surviving crucifixion (as in the Swoon theory).
- Pierre Barbet Revisited - In the context of 'Shroud' studies, a catholic surgeon examine's Pierre Barbet's medical studies on crucifixion, and argues against death by asphyxiation
- 10 Reasons to Believe Christ Rose from the Dead - Answers to ten common objections to the resurrection.
- The Resurrection and Exaltation of Jesus Christ - A expositional series exploring aspects of the resurrection and ascension.
- The Resurrection of Jesus - Raised Bodily or as a Spirit Creature? - Critiques the concept of a merely spiritual (non-bodily) resurrection (specificially, Jehovah's Witnesses).
- Shroud of Turin Website - Barrie M. Schwortz's pages documenting Shroud research. A Jewish man, he was the Official Documenting Photographer for the Shroud of Turin Research Project in 1978, when the Shroud was first scientifically evaluated. (He personally considers it authentic).
- The Twelve Voices of Easter - by Woodrow Kroll, multimedia presentation, hypothetical responses to Jesus' trial / execution / resurrection by those involved
- About.com -- Lent - Links and articles related to Protestant observances of Lent.
- All About Lent - Provides answers to common questions about the annual observance.
- Another View of What Lent Means - Article explores Lent's history and its significance.
- Campus Ministry at the University of Dayton: Lent - An Opportunity of Grace - Site from a Catholic University in the Marianist Tradition. Readings, prayers, devotions, suggested practices for the holy season of Lent, and links to related sites, some of which are even from other denominations.
- Catholic Encyclopedia: Lent - An article on the origins of Lenten fasting.
- Catholic Online - Lenten Pages - Provides a history of the season, an explanation of its signicance, and information related to observance.
- Devotions for Lent - A series of scripture readings, meditations, prayers, and practices to guide Christians through Lent as a preparation for Easter. Includes a kids section and a section on fasting.
- The Forty Days of Lent - Readings from the early church fathers on Scripture and Lenten themes.
- Gave Up for Lent - Post what you gave up for Lent and submit your reasons as well as read others.
- Great Lent (Eastern Orthodox) - Brief explanation of the observance from an Eastern Orthodox perspective.
- A Holy Easter - A directory of sites on Mardi Gras, Ash Wednesday, the life of Christ, Lent, the Holy Week, Good Friday, and Easter.
- Lent - Collection of songs related to Lent. Includes lyrics and sound files.
- Lent - Very simple overview of the season. Suitable for children.
- Lent - Activities, readings, regulations, and Papal messages. From the University of Dayton.
- Lent - Passion of Christ - Includes Papal messages, hymns, articles, meditations, and links. From the Catholic Information Network.
- Lent: Call to Conversion - Includes articles, prayers, answers to common questions, and audio and video clips related to Lent.
- Lenten Sacrifice and the Awareness of God - Article presenting Lent as a time to lead one to recognize the presence of God. Gives some guidelines for Lenten practices.
- The Lenten Triodion - Pre-Lenten readings, and readings for the Great Lent and the Holy Week.
- Lenten Wood, Easter Fire - A devotional for the season. Part of The Catholic Liturgical Library.
- NetGlimse.Com - Lent - Information on the Christian holiday of Lent.
- The Observance of Lent - Lent I - Detailed guide to observance includes family activities and menu suggestions.
- The Passionist Missionaries: Meditations and Prayers for Lent and Easter - Catholic prayers, meditations, and comments for the Easter season by Victor Hoagland, C.P.
- Praying Through Lent and Easter - Provides prayers for Lent and Easter. Includes a collection of prayers for children.
- Russian Orthodox Cathedral of St. John the Baptist: The Great Lent - Various matters concerning the Great Lent.
- The Season of Lent - For each of the days of Lent (Sundays are not included), there is a scripture reading, a passage from Luther's Small Catechism, a brief meditation and a question for contemplation or discussion, and a prayer.
- The Season of Lent - Brief overview tells when the season is celebrated, how, and why. Also includes an in-depth explanation of what people can hope to accomplish through Lent.
- Sermons for Ash Wednesday - Short sermons by a United Methodist minister.
- Spirituality.org -- Lent - Explores the significance of Lent and includes a poem related to the season.
- Veg 4 Lent - Promoting a vegetarian diet for Lent as both an experiential opportunity and a transitional period throughout the whole of Christendom. Site contains many articles, links, and pdf documents.
- What is Lent? - A brief explanation of the season from St. George's Episcopal Church.
- Bob Longman: Lent - Site by a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America telling giving some comments about the origins of Lent and encouraging people to give us something for Lent or to do something extra for it.
- The Lutheran April 1997: Entering Easter - Five spiritual exercises for the season of Lent by David Miller, the editor of the journal.
- Palm Sunday - A puppet script for 2 puppets..
- Wet Blanket Religion - Palm Sunday devotional thoughts growing out of Luke 15:21-32 calling for Christians to rejoice.
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