How to Have a Birthday Party for Jesus

In all of the chaos and commercialism of Christmas, it is often forgotten that Christmas is celebrated for one special reason--the birth of Christ. Start a new tradition by having a birthday party for Jesus.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Birthday cake (store bought or homemade)
• Ice cream
• Birthday decorations
• Small gifts for each attendee

1. Purchase supplies. If you want to go all out, find Christmas-themed plates, cups, napkins, streamers and other decor. Be sure to purchase invitations.

2. Send out invitations to your children's friends.

3. Purchase or make a birthday cake and have the words "Happy Birthday, Jesus" written on top. Purchase ice cream and other snacks.

4. On party day, read the story of Christ's birth to the children as a part of the celebration, play party games as you normally would at a birthday party. Party games can be Christian-themed to represent the birthday you are celebrating.

5. Before eating the cake and ice cream, have the children sing the Birthday Song to Jesus. At gift-giving time, present each guest with a gift. Have fun and celebrate the birthday the Christmas represents.

Tips & Warnings

• A "Happy Birthday, Jesus" is a fun way to start a new tradition with your children.
• Always be aware that all of your child's friend may not be Christians so speak with the parents before including the child on the guest list.

[lilangel58]

on 11/17/2008 Bless you and thank you very much! Great article!

[CindyH]

on 12/26/2007 Thanks, Dawn! My children have enjoyed this tradition for years - and it has made for some very interesting conversations amongst the party-goers.

[dawnzlight]

on 12/25/2007 Superb!!! Thanks for sharing.

[dawnzlight]

on 12/25/2007 Superb!!! Thanks for sharing.