Yes, it is the last month of the year 2020. December is a month expected by many, especially children, Christmas. It is also a time to remember or look back on what happened in the last few months and a time to plan for the year 2021. During the last few months we are facing tremendous trials, troubles, troubles and natural calamities (individually, in the family, in the community and in our country).

But how can we celebrate this season in the midst of the pandemic? The question that many ask.

Let’s pause for a moment and contemplate the true meaning of Christmas. Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus, our Savior and Lord (Isaiah 9:6 “For a child is born to us, a son is given to us, and rulership is on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”). He came to this earth to willingly die for our sins on the cross. Yes, that’s right, because he loved us so much (John 3:16 “For God loved the world so much that he gave his only begotten Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but have eternal life.”)

So, in the midst of the presents/gifts, amazing Christmas decorations and Christmas lights, very relaxing Christmas music and Christmas parties, remember that JESUS ​​is the reason for the season. It is the birthday of Jesus Christ! The best gift we can give to JESUS ​​​​is our life and the Lord requires us to act with justice, love mercy and walk humbly with our God (Micah 6:8).

Therefore, the birth of Jesus Christ is worth celebrating, that is, in the course of difficult times or pandemic times we are continually experiencing his goodness and faithfulness in our lives. Every day is a great blessing from Him. Let us thank God for it.

One way to celebrate Christmas in the midst of the pandemic is to start a christmas party online with families and friends.

1. Set a date and time to meet online.

2. Prepare the following

has. program flow

sample:

I. Opening/Welcome Remarks

II. initial prayer

3rd Christmas Worship Songs

IV. Christmas word of encouragement

V. Christmas reflection

SAW. Games / Video Presentation / Virtual Exchange Gift

VII. online raffles

VII. closing sentence

b. Games

Sample games:

A. Individual game

“Bring to me” The concept is simple and the variation is endless. The game master will randomly ask for items/items. The first person who can take a photo and post it in the chat box will be the winner.

” What is in the box?“The game master will prepare boxes with something inside, give some clue what is inside the box. The first one who can chat with the correct answer will get the prize.

“Bible Exercise: Find the Word” the game master will prepare some words that come from the bible (for the participants to prepare their individual bible with the same version that the game master will use). Example: Game Master: What is the sixteenth word in Isaiah 9:6? Participants will open their bible and look for the 16th word in Isaiah 9:6, the first person to type the correct answer in the chat box will be the winner. In this verse, the 16th word is GOVERNMENT.

B. Group game

“Group Christmas carols“The game master will break up the group (it’s easy if you’re using the zoom app) and assign a Christmas song and tune. Give the group 10 minutes to gather in the breakout rooms and practice for their presentation.

against online sweepstakes (you can use online random name picker app)

d. awards that many can enjoy (you send the prices through any available courier service in your place)

me. Video presentation with Christmas song (Optional: images that remind you of God’s goodness in the year 2020 or a memorable moment that impacts your 2020)

F. Virtual gift exchange or exchange of encouragement (word of encouragement to all)

May this article help you have a nice Christmas celebration online. The pandemic or social distancing cannot stop us from celebrating this season.

It is my prayer that you have a CHRIST centered Christmas celebration and a blessed 2021 to come!