A Chrismon Tree

is an evergreen tree often placed in the chancel or nave of a church during Advent and Christmastide. The Chrismon tree was first used by North American Lutherans in 1957, although the practice has spread to other Christian denominations, including Anglicans, Catholics, Methodists, and the Reformed. As with the ordinary Christmas tree, the evergreen tree itself, for Christians, “symbolizes the eternal life Jesus Christ provides”. However, the Chrismon tree differs from the traditional Christmas tree in that it “is decorated only with clear lights and Chrismons made from white and gold material”, the latter two being the liturgical colours of the Christmas season.

The Chrismon tree is adorned with Chrismons, “ancient symbols for Christ or some part of Christ’s ministry: the dove descending down, fish, Celtic cross, Jerusalem cross, shepherd’s crook, chalice, shell, and others.” Laurence Hull Stookey writes that “because many symbols of the Chrismon tree direct our attention to the nature and ultimate work of Christ, they can be helpful in calling attention to Advent themes.”

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Christmas in July – Chrismon Workshop

Oh, the weather outside is frightful (hot-that is), and the A/C is delightful! So join us for a really cool event on Saturday, July 26, at 1:30 pm at First Lutheran Church in the Fellowship Hall. We’ll pretend there is a
snowman and search for blizzards all around.
 
Fun for all ages will include all things Christmas: cookies, snowballs, holiday movie and crafts. Our craft is a Chrismon ornament (Christ-monogram) for your home Christmas tree. The ornaments of familiar
symbols for Christ and His work. Some examples are fish, Celtic cross, Jerusalem cross, shepherd’s crook, chalice, shell, and a crown. 
 
We want to share our Christmas traditions with you and would like to invite you to come and make a Chrismon with us. The ornaments you make will be yours to take home.
 
Details:
Date: Saturday, July 26
Time: 1:30 pm
Donation: $10 for the craft supplies
Email Events@firstlutheranbham.org to reserve your spot.
 
We hope you will come with your family and friends and join us for a wonderful time of fun, food and fellowship.