The Mail-Journal, Volume 15, Number 45, Milford, Kosciusko County, 29 November 1978 — Page 12

THE MAIL-JOURNAL — Wed., November 29,1978

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Hanging of the Greens symbolizes season

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The “Hanging of the Greens” is an older custom of the Christian church, which is being revived in many churches. The Calvary United Methodist Church in Syracuse is one such church to enjoy this custom. The church sanctuary, narthex and hallways were decorated in sprigs of pine greenery, red ribbon and white doves this past Sunday, Nov. 26. To the right, Rev. Paul Steele, pastor, along with Helen Miller, secretary, left, and Opal Miller, right, decorate the church “Chrismon” tree. To the left are two beautiful Yuletime decorations placed in the church. Rev. Steele said the “Hanging of the Greens” is a very important part of the church at Christmastime. He commented, “It is a time of decorating a church building for the advent season, in preparation for celebrating Christ’s birthday. The decorations, especially greenery, red and white colored symbols, are traditional for most Christian groups.” “Chrismons” One very unique aspect of the “Hanging of the Greens” at Calvary, are the decorating of “Chrismons” on the Christmas tree. These ornaments, made by church members, are Christian symbols which tell the story of God’s plan for salvation that, through faith in Jesus Christ, all may be restored to the Father in a community of love. The cross is one “Chrismon” which points to the various aspects of Christ’s life and work. Various forms of “Chrismon” crosses include the following: TAU CROSS (Anticipatory, Old Testament, Advent). Salvation promised but not yet accomplished. Numbers 21.9; Isaiah 53. ANCHOR CROSS (Cross of Hope). This Child, the hope of the world; or, a cross rises from a crescent moon, a symbol for our Lord’s mother. Hebrews 6:19; Luke 2:7. CROSS CROSSLET. The spread of Christianity to the North, East, South and West — to the ends of the earth. Matthew 28:19; Mark 8:34; Acts 1 * 8 CROSS OF CONSTANTINE. The Chi Rho with the X turned to form a

cross; Christ the conquering King. I Timothy 6:15. CROSS TREFLEE (Bottonnee). Three circles at the end of each arm symbolize the Holy Trinity. II Corinthians 13:14. ST. ANDREW’S CROSS. Andrew was reputed to have died on a cross of this shape. Here, this cross symbolizes the whole Christian church. Ephesians 1:23. LATIN CROSS, long upright; most widely used form of the cross among Christians. GREEK CROSS, all extensions of equal length. This balanced form is easier to use in designs and was much employed by early Greek artists CROSS IN ETERNITY. Monograms Other “Chrismons” used at Calvary.are monograms, letters and words. These signify the earliest Greek letters of the Lord. Originally, much of the New Testament was written in Greek because many of the first missionary churches were Greek. Monogram “Chrismons” include: CHI, the first letter of the word for Christ in Greek. CHI RHO, the first letters of Christ in the Greek alphabet. Or, for the Latin Christus Rex, Christ the King. IOTA CHI, Monogram of the first letters of Jesus and Christ, our Lord’s cipher. ALPHA AND OMEGA, the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet Since only God is before and after all things, a symbol of divinity. Revelation 22.13. TRIQUETRA, A complete figure which is composed of three separate and equal arcs, symbolizes the one God who showed Himself for man in three separate and distinct Persons. Symbols Finally, symbols are yet another important “Chrismon” to the Calvary church. Symbols used to decorate the church Christmas tree are as follows: CIRCLE, symbolizes eternity; God, the only eternal One, or eternal life with God. STARS, When formed by crosses and set at angles, stars suggest the close relationship between the birth and death of the Lord. Five-point,

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Epiphany; Six-point, Creator’s; Seven-point, Gifts of the Spirit; Eight-point, Regeneration through Holy Baptism. FISH - IXOYC (ICHTHUS), the Greek word for fish forms an acrostic on the first letters of. “Jesus Christ, God’s Son. Savior.” One of the most ancient symbols for the Lord. SERPENT on a TAU CROSS. Prefiguration of the sacrifice on the cross. John 3:14. BUTTERFLY, Our Lord's Resurrection; also the resurrection of those who die in Christ. ROSE, The Nativity of our Lord. Also our Lord’s mother, Mary. Isaiah 35:1. (KJ). DOVE, A descending dove, the most ancient symbol for the Spirit of God. LAMB, Symbolizes the death of our Lord. SHELL, Shells traditionally symbolize Holy Baptism; they

remind us of our second birth, our spiritual rebirth at baptism when, by faith, we become children of God. Galations3:23ff. All of the “Chrismons” used to decorate the church are in white and gold to symbolize the purity and perfection, the majesty and glory of the Son of God. Christinas Events The “Hanging of the Greens” is done each year before the special events of the Christmas season start at the church., r These include the Syracuse Garden Club’s Bell-Walk on December 3; the Chancel Choir's Christmas Concert on December 16; the Children’s Christmas program on Sunday morning, December 17; and the Candlelight service on Christmas Eve. Mrs. Susie Tytler and Mrs. Opal Miller were in charge of the “Hanging of the Greens.” Refreshments were provided by the United Methodist women.