Qatar’s faithful head to church for Christmas services
The complex is hosting dozens of services in various languages and denominations to accommodate church-goers.
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Qatar’s faithful head to church for Christmas services
All photos by Lance Cenar Thousands of Christians in Qatar flocked to the Religious Complex in Mesaimeer yesterday and today for Christmas prayer services. The complex is hosting dozens of services…
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Most Qatar hotels postpone Christmas activities until after National Day
The move comes on the heels of a memo from the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), reminding hotels that they must "focus" on celebrations for National Day on Dec. 18.
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Thousands of Qatar Christians flock to church for Christmas (photos)
Despite tight security, the overall mood at the church complex was upbeat and festive, with the faithful wishing each other a blessed holiday as they took selfies, sang Christmas carols and participated in other activities.
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Qatar nurseries cancel holiday events in response to ministry memo
The circular sent to daycare managers by the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs (MOLSA), highlighted that the "celebration of non-Islamic rituals" is prohibited under Qatari law.
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How – and where – to celebrate Christmas in Qatar
From gingerbread house decorating to meeting Santa to eating brunch and attending church services, there's lots going on around town to help those who celebrate Christmas get into the festive spirit.
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Christmas tree lighting in Qatar: Santa rides in on a camel (photos)
During a ceremony at the Four Seasons Doha yesterday, St. Nick's reindeer came in by kayak, marking the first tree-lighting of the season in Qatar.
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PHOTOS: Qatar residents mark Christmas 2014 at church
Though security was tight at the entrance as always, church-goers report an upbeat mood, with singing, bake sales and other activities being held inside the massive church complex.
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Qatar hotels strive to balance National Day and Christmas festivities
In a bid to strike a balance between marking National Day and holding festive celebrations, many hotels have temporarily taken down or are covering up their Christmas trees until after December 18.
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