Holidays
Observed
Generally speaking, Latter-day Saints celebrate the holidays associated
with their particular culture.
Celebrations
"Through their religious and community celebrations,
members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints express some of their spiritual
and social values and expectations." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Christmas
"Latter-day Saints are cautioned that holiday shopping, decorating,
and festivities should not obscure the remembrance of Christ nor hinder the quest for
peace on earth." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
Cumorah
Pageant
"America's Witness for Christ has been presented at the hill
Cumorah in upstate New York nearly every summer since 1937. Recognized as one of America's
largest and most spectacular outdoor theatrical events, it attracts an annual audience of
almost 100,000 visitors to its seven performances." Encyclopedia of
Mormonism
Easter
"LDS Easter services traditionally review New Testament
and Book of Mormon accounts of Christ's crucifixion, his resurrection, and surrounding
events." Encyclopedia of Mormonism
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Halloween
Advice
A member of the Church discusses ways to keep Halloween activities
consistent with the companionship of the Holy Ghost.
Centennial
Observations
"The historical consciousness of Latter-day Saints in the twentieth
century has been richly expressed in the celebration of centennial anniversaries of
important foundational events." Encyclopedia of Mormonism(See Daily Living home page)
Why Do We
Celebrate Christmas on December 25?
"Latter-day Saints believe the feelings of goodwill often exhibited
during the traditional Christmas season inspire people to do good and show more Christlike
mannerisms in their daily lives......Therefore, we believe that the Lord approves of
having Christmas in December. " W. John Walsh |
