How did the first settlers celebrate Christmas? They didn't. The Pilgrims who came to America in 1620 were strict Puritans, with firm views on religious holidays such as Christmas and Easter.

She noted that some churches offer “Blue Christmas” services ... But she also noted the role the holidays can play in providing students — both religious and not religious — time ...

More employers are prepared to accommodate workers who want to swap religious holidays, Nu.nl reported on Monday, as Muslims ...

Those taking families and friends to spend the holidays in beach hotels ... and it becomes a Christmas of tears, regardless that you are a Christian gentleman travelling to worship with our ...

The holiday is considered one of the holiest celebrations ... when Christians make themselves ready for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, Christmas. Christian December 3 Feast of St.