Thanksgiving Day

Next Thursday is Thanksgiving day in the USA when they share a family meal, attend church services, and view special sporting events. This celebration began when settlers who arrived from England in the 17th century dedicated a day to give thanks for the blessings of the harvest and for the preceding year. The first national Thanksgiving celebration was observed in 1789 by President George Washington. In 1863 it was formalized by a presidential proclamation by Abraham Lincoln.
And in 1941 the date was formalized as the fourth Thursday in November. In Canada, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday in October. (more…)

November 24, 2024 | Categories: Christian, God and Jesus, Spiritual | Tags: firstfruits, harvest, Lord's supper, Pentecost, Thank, thanksgiving | Leave a comment