and dont go to church but been invited to church on xmas eve for children friendly service bout xmas my partner says i have cheek going since i never go but i think it would be nice to learn my son that its not just bout expensive presents do you think its to early or if it would be nice to go to a proper xmas service with him? thanx
2007-12-10 03:36:52 · 21 answers · asked by sam 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I'm not really religious but I used to take my son to the 'Crib service' where the Christmas story was retold in a child friendly service. We loved it. They sing 'children's carols', lit candles etc I really enjoyed the calmness of it - Try it. He may be a bit young but they wont mind if he makes a noise cos it s a kids service.
By the way for some replies above -
I was always taught that Xmas was ok to write because the X was a symbol (Greek?) for Christ and has been used for centuries. (Not sure if thats true)
2007-12-10 10:55:54 · answer #1 · answered by safclass 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are going to do this you should set it up as a tradition in your family to go to the service. Even if your not really religious but you want to teach your son that Christmas isn't just about presents then it's a perfect way to do it. It will also slow down the hectic pace of life that the holidays set and I'm sure it will be a nice quite moment for your family. Your son will learn about why people celebrate christmas, and even if your not religious, this kind of service will provide some quieter moments to reflect on the last year and your family.
It's a great idea and if you're going to do it, then you should do it each year as a family tradition.
I know when I was a child each year I would go to an outdoor nativity which was lovely, with real animals and people. My family was never extremely religious (we're a catholic family) and even if we were it was a Mormon church that had the nativity, but it didn't matter. It was the same story, and had the same emotions behind it. It was a nice quiet time at an otherwise busy time of year.
2007-12-10 03:54:33 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I`m in same situation, my daughter is 3 and I`m taking her to my local Christmas Eve service, for the first time. We are not religious, and neither of my kids have been christened, but I feel that by going to church I am trying to teach her that Christmas is not all about expensive presents, and material goods. Even if we have to leave early then so be it.
So go, ignore your partner, and I bet your son loves it!
2007-12-10 10:12:09 · answer #3 · answered by Loobyloo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Going just as Christmas is better than not going at all. By all means, go and have a great time. It would be a great way to teach your son the real meaning of Christmas.
At our church, we have a similar service every year. The kids do learn about Santa, but also the religious story of the "real" Santa (St. Nicholas). They then hear a pretty entertaining story about the first Christmas, and have a Baby Jesus birthday party with a cake and everything. It sounds cheesy, but it really is cute and it teaches even the little ones about Christmas.
Have a great time and merry Christmas!
2007-12-10 04:30:30 · answer #4 · answered by SoBox 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it's a lovely idea, and not hypocritical at all. My childhood memories of Christmas all involve church - my family are fairly religious, but it's nice to go even if you aren't. It's a lovely atmosphere in church, you get to sing Christmas carols (always fun!) and does add an extra dimension and meaning to all the presents and food of Christmas! Lot's of people only go to church at Christmas, and that's fine. I'd say do whatever you feel comfortable doing, and don't let other people's opinions put you off.
2007-12-10 03:48:19 · answer #5 · answered by violabird1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think seeing as though you got him christened then you have a duty to your son to bring him up within that religion, you should take him to church at least once a week to help show and teach him all about the religion you chose for him. This is my personal oppinion on the matter, a christining isnt all about the presents or the party afterwards, its a lifestyle and a life choice that isnt to be taken lightly. Have fun at the christmas service, your partner is wrong, you should take him. x
2007-12-10 03:52:26 · answer #6 · answered by angelcakes 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To be honest i'd think my 2 year old would be too young to go and understand what the meaning was. By all means educate him as to the real nature and history of christmas but i cant see even a child friendly service being enough to get a 2 year old to behave and be entertained.
2007-12-10 05:09:34 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's your choice. How do you feel? Going to church doesn't make you a Christian any more than going to McDonalds makes you a hamburger. On the other hand, neither does it make you a hypocrite, if you're just exploring and asking questions. But if you want to get to grips with meaning of Christmas (ie: "Christ"-mas), as opposed to the commercial vomit splash we have to put up with from late summer till the January sales, then it's probably the best way to do it.
2007-12-10 03:42:41 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think it's a lovely idea, the church welcomes all people believers and non believers. To teach your little one the true meaning of Christmas is great. Go for it, enjoy the experience.
2007-12-10 03:42:11 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would take him and just so you know putting Xmas is crossing out Christ (Christmas!) so try not to do that.
Just had a look re. Xmas and the x alone does not mean christ but xp so you would have to put Xpmas!!!
2007-12-10 20:49:31 · answer #10 · answered by noot 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋