Podcasts about Christmas Celebration

Join us for an exciting and jam-packed video featuring the fun events from festivals to fireworks returning to SeaWorld Orlando in 2025! There's something for everyone, from the behind-the-scenes Inside Look to the delicious Seven Seas Food Festival, the spooky Howl-O-Scream, and the magical Christmas Celebration. Experience the wonder and joy of SeaWorld's top events and get a sneak peek at what's in store for visitors in 2025. Don't miss out on all the fun and excitement as we take you through the incredible lineup of events at SeaWorld Orlando!To learn more about these events visit - https://seaworld.com/orlando/events/Three Kings Celebration Inside LookJust for Kids WeekendElmo's Birthday CelebrationSeven Seas Food FestivalMardi GrasSt. Patrick's Day CelebrationCinco de MayoViva la MusicaGuy Harvey Weekend (1)Summer SpectacularBands Brew and BBQSpooktacular/Howl O-ScreamChristmas Celebration Guy Harvey Weekend (2)Video Suggestions Bavarian Jugglers - https://youtu.be/0QLoZLJXFP4?si=ylZpfq3ZWSGSKLwlComedia of the Sea - https://youtu.be/i9jLu1hyxro?si=0ghXCKXrWwWSoYBfInside Look - https://youtu.be/p8J7Z9rMLBY?si=0ILb0tKx3glKgJ7qSeven Seas Food Festival - https://youtu.be/KP_0IAgneAM?si=3sxjRReXsW3Pp0mpChristmas Celebration Shows - https://youtu.be/70Tw2Skm1ms?si=mI1xzTDYh0V9yG3jThank you for watching Ant on the Move!#antonthemove #florida #seaworld2025 #seaworldevents #sevenseasfoodfestival #seaworldorlando #guyharvey #insidelook Help Us Stay on the Move!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLShCRuPNj20RTAGd-h7Nmg/join_______________________________________________________Check out My Merch at the Ant on the Move Shop!https://ant-on-the-move.myspreadshop.com/Visit the Ant Hub!https://campsite.bio/antInstagram ↓https://www.instagram.com/antonthemove/Shop Florida Printables!https://antonthemoveco.etsy.comPodcast on Spotify ↓https://open.spotify.com/show/60VheKX...Pinterest ↓https://www.pinterest.com/antonthemove/What's in my Camera Bag ↓https://pin.it/10z58pU9wBlog/Landing Page ↓https://antonthemove.wordpress.com/

Behind The Grand Christmas Celebrations 2024 The 3-Day Christmas celebrations in Prasanthi Nilayam in 2024 saw people participating from over 30 countries. With eye-catching decorations in every corner of the ashram and literally in every building of Prasanthi, the whole ashram was adorned with new and joyous festive attire. This set the stage for the beautiful cultural offerings that were presented, be it the soothing carols, the sublime play or the energetic songs and bhajans. Mr Murali from New Zealand coordinated this entire effort. In this Satsang, he shares many stories of how Bhagawan worked through them to make this Christmas spectacle happen. He is joined by Mr Prakash, Mr Shiva, Ms Aruna and Ms Tatiana.

Summary In this conversation, Cathy and Bryon Applegate discuss various updates from Guatemala, including the upcoming vision trips, the excitement surrounding new staff and houseparents, and the ongoing initiatives to empower women through the Village of Hope. They also touch on the importance of community engagement, upcoming fundraising events, and the spiritual challenges they face in mission work. The conversation highlights the joy of sharing experiences with others and the ripple effect of missions on both the local community and the participants. Keywords Guatemala, vision trips, community engagement, women empowerment, fundraising, prayer requests, missions, houseparents, Village of Hope, spiritual battles Takeaways It's great to share something you love with others. The Village of Hope is making significant progress. Christmas celebrations for the kids are a cherished tradition. New responsibilities for kids starting high school are exciting. Having former participants return as staff is impactful. The new batch of redeemed women will focus on diverse interests. Fundraising events like the pickleball tournament are important. Prayer requests are vital for ongoing challenges. Missions can create a ripple effect in communities. Community engagement is essential for growth and support. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Current Events 03:12 Vision Trips and Community Engagement 06:27 Christmas Celebrations and Community Support 09:17 New Developments in Education and Staffing 12:26 Upcoming Events and Fundraising Efforts 15:22 Prayer Requests and Spiritual Battles 18:11 The Ripple Effect of Missions 20:33 pod out.mp4

Key topics in today's conversation include:Reflections on 2024 (1:08)Christmas Celebrations (2:59)Thanksgiving Recap (4:46)Reflection on 2024 Goals (6:34)Company Milestones (11:01)Company Office Changes (13:24)Goals vs. Resolutions (16:11)Driver Resolutions (19:14)Health and Hydration (21:32)Eye Care for Drivers (22:13)Mental Health and Exercise (25:57)Learning New Hobbies (28:16)Looking Ahead to 2025 (31:41)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

In this episode, Tom and Jon discuss Tom's experience at Epcot's International Festival of the Holidays, Jon's experience at SeaWorld Christmas Celebration and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's Christmastown, plus much more.Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pastorjonselfWebsite: https://vacationeerspodcast.com/New Vacationeers Tee: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G18TV2JTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@vacationeers_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VacationeerTomTwitter: https://twitter.com/vacationeertomYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VacationeersPodcastContact the show at vacationeerspodcast@gmail.com.

Despite proactive measures, Sydney's Bronte Beach was overwhelmed with rubbish after 15,000 revellers celebrated Christmas Day, leaving council staff scrambling for a second year to clean up. Mayor Will Nemesh promises stricter controls for future events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An around-the-world tour of ancient Christmas celebrations, Pagan Solstice customs, and magical seasonal plants• Explores in depth the medicinal and magical properties of the many herbs, barks, and berries associated with the Christmas and Yuletide season• Looks at the origins of the Christmas tree and Santa Claus, as well as female gift bringers, holiday Spirits, and Yuletide animals• Shares crafts such as how to make a Yule Log, practices such as Winter Solstice divinations, and recipes for traditional foods and drinksFor millennia cultures have taken time out to honor the darkest days of the year with lights, foods, and festivities.In ancient Egypt, people decorated their homes with greenery at the festival of the rebirth of the God Horus. The ancient Romans shared gifts, especially candles, at the midwinter festival of Saturnalia. In Scandinavian and Germanic cultures, the Yule Log was burned in the hearth, fruit orchards were wassailed, and sheaves of wheat were displayed to carry luck into the New Year. In Celtic cultures, mummers and guisers went door to door, and European mistletoe (Viscum album) was gathered by Druids as a medicinal and magical aid.Ellen Evert Hopman shares folklore, recipes, rituals, and crafts to enliven your Yuletide observance. She explores the origins of the Christmas tree and Santa Claus as well as holiday Spirits and Yuletide animals. She explains how to perform Winter Solstice divinations and make traditional foods and drinks such as Elizabethan gingerbread cookies and Wassail. And she looks in depth at the medicinal and magical properties of the many herbs, barks, and berries associated with the Christmas and Yuletide season such as Frankincense and Myrrh, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Hibiscus, Bayberry, and many more. This guide offers practical and magical ways to celebrate and honor the darkest days of the year.Ellen Evert Hopman is a master herbalist and lay homeopath, who has been a Druidic initiate since 1984. She is a founding member of the Order of the White Oak, the Archdruidess and founder of Tribe of the Oak, a former professor at the Grey School of Wizardry, and a member of the Grey Council of Mages and Sages. She is the author of Celtic herbals and Druid novels, including Secret Medicines from Your Garden, The Sacred Herbs of Samhain, and Once Around the Sun: Stories, Crafts, and Recipes to Celebrate the Sacred Earth Year. She lives in Massachusetts.https://elleneverthopman.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

It's a huge Christmas Celebration of The Shining Wizards Wrestling Podcast Tony has internet issues from go & he loses his mind, then Brundo tees up Matt to get annoyed with Twitter/X. We get that out of the way and head into talking about Ring of Honor's Final Battle. Matt can't get his head around it being called ROH and rants & raves about the few matches he saw & the go home show from Watch ROH. We are then joined by Alex Reiman, the Pro Wrestling Magic Heavyweight Champion. He minces no words when talking about his big match this weekend with Shawn Donavan, & how it's past the point of personal. Alex is intense when talking about Shawn, but we get a few laughs out of him when we reveal that Tony was also trained by Gino Caruso, we talk about mutual friends, shitting of pants and much more. If you're not familiar with Alex, this is a great introduction. We put a bow on the ROH Final Battle talk before taking a commercial break. Back form the break we talk some WWE, as we have new Raw Tag Team Champions & new Women's Tag Team Champions. This leads to the PWI Top Tag Teams, Matt is annoyed with it being Bianca & Jade, but Tony defends the decision. We talk a little about the Lee Fitting situation & more PLE's in other countries for the WWE. Talks turn to AEW and Matt has a list of things he liked and didn't like from AEW this weekend. It kind of drags on but we get there Then it's time for last week's homework as we talk Hulk Hogan vs Lex Luger from the 100th Nitro. Then Tony hands out our homework for next week. As it takes us to Bruno & Tito Santana vs Randy Savage & Adrian Adonis. Here is the link https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7ux40f We wrap up with our favorite wrestling gifts from Christmas Past If you enjoy the show, please remember to Subscribe and leave a review Follow Alex Reiman on X https://x.com/Revolver_Reiman Follow The Shining Wizards on all forms of Social Media https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

Merry Christmas to you all!  This week I have a special surprise for you. First you may noticed the podcast is a day early, because tomorrow is Christmas. Second surprise is that this week you will hear me being interviewed by Heather O'Briend for her podcast called, “The Heal with God Podcast.” We did a podcast swap. I interviewed her on her book, "No Fear Allowed" last week, then she turned the table on me and interviewed me about the prophetic and my training Manual: "Releasing God's Heart through Hearing His Voice."  Enjoy today's episode.  I look forward to sharing with you over the next several weeks what God has been speaking to my heart about this next season and 2025. Until then, blessings on your Christmas Celebrations with family and friends. If you would like to order a copy of my book that Heather and I discussed on the podcast today. You can find it in my store or here using my Amazon affiliate link:   http://www.amazon.com/dp/0615316220/ref=nosim?tag=da2he-20 My next class is scheduled to begin January 28, 2025. It's currently in early bird pricing. You can get more details and register here for my Dare2Hear Part 2 Training: https://debbiekitterman.com/product/live-dare2hear-part-2-training-classes-starts-january-28-2025-for-6-weeks/ Listen at your favorite podcast provider or watch it here: https://youtu.be/T4PZrRFNIsw

It's a huge Christmas Celebration of The Shining Wizards Wrestling Podcast Tony has internet issues from go and he loses his mind, then Brundo tees up Matt to get annoyed with Twitter/X. We get that out of the way and head into talking about Ring of Honor's Final Battle. Matt can't get his head around it being called ROH and rants and raves about the few matches he saw and... The post The Shining Wizards 721: Dress Like a Dreidel appeared first on Shining Wizards Network.

Christmas Celebration, with Rev. Dr. Steven Koski. A Spacious Christianity, First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon. Scripture: Luke 2.We invite you to join us in celebrating the wonder of Christmas Eve. Whether in-person or online, come experience the profound message of Emmanuel – God with us. In the midst of life's joys and sorrows, may you find hope, comfort and the presence of the divine. We look forward to sharing this sacred time with you.Join us each Sunday, 10AM at bendfp.org, or 11AM KTVZ-CW Channel 612/12 in Bend.  Subscribe/Follow, and click the bell for alerts.At First Presbyterian, you will meet people at many different places theologically and spiritually. And we love it that way. We want to be a place where our diversity brings us together and where conversation takes us all deeper in our understanding of God.We call this kind of faith “Spacious Christianity.” We don't ask anyone to sign creeds or statements of belief. The life of faith is about a way of being in the world and a faith that shows itself in love.Thank you for your support of the mission of the First Presbyterian Church of Bend. Visit https://bendfp.org/giving/ for more information.Keywords:child's love, elderly neighbor, God with us, Emmanuel, Christmas message, angel's words, God's presence, vulnerability, enduring love, mystery of birth, God's endurance, tender hearts, presence of love, Christmas gift, God's love, presbyterian, church, online worship, bend, oregonFeaturing:Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, Becca Ellis, Brave of Heart, GuestsSupport the show

Welcome to the special Christmas 2024 edition of the RSM podcast, featuring delightful Christian music from the new G'N'L CD, Hymns, Hims, and Her. Enjoy performances by Greg and Lori Strickland and Bryan Goins as they bring the joyous spirit of Christmas through song. Dive into original tracks like "Cold Christmas Day," and "The Mailman" adding a unique touch to your festive season. Don't miss out on grabbing a copy of the CD (with many more songs!) or get it on a flash drive when Greg and Lori visit your congregation next year. Follow and share our podcast to spread the joy, and stay tuned for more inspiring content from Rock Solid Ministries. Wishing you the joy of the greatest gift - Jesus Christ. May His blessings be with you this Christmas and always.

Send us a textOn Christmas Eve, Ricardo Karam meets a pioneering Lebanese artist who has left an indelible mark on the world of Lebanese music and theater: Ronza.Her real name is Aida Maroun Tomb, but she was given the name "Ronza" by the legendary poet Said Akl. A multi-talented individual, Ronza studied psychology at the Lebanese University and earned a diploma in classical Arabic singing from the Lebanese National Conservatory under the mentorship of Badia Haddad. She further specialized in solfège for six years with Professor Tawfiq Sukkar.Ronza is a cherished figure in Rahbani theater, having been an integral part of their artistic journey. She performed in several iconic musical plays presented by the Rahbani brothers, such as The Conspiracy Continues, The Person, and The Seventh Spring. She started her career singing in the choir behind Fairuz in various productions, and her solo performances shone in works like At Summer's End, Hello Beirut, and Santa's Journey.Her professional path is also deeply intertwined with academia. As a professor at the Lebanese National Conservatory, she has trained many students specializing in classical operatic singing and has conducted workshops in solfège.In addition to her solo career, Ronza joined forces with her sisters Amal and Fadia to form the group Tri Orient. Together, they performed in concerts and religious hymns across various countries, releasing three remarkable albums: Miladiyat, Christmas in the City, and Abu Dhabi Concert.Join Ricardo Karam and Ronza in this special podcast episode to celebrate Christmas and delve into the refined details of her extraordinary artistic journey.في ليلة الميلاد، يلتقي ريكاردو كرم فنانة لبنانية رائدة، تركت بصمة لا تُنسى في عالم الموسيقى والمسرح اللبناني، رونزا.هي عايدة مارون طنب، أعطاها إسم "رونزا" الشاعر سعيد عقل. درست علم النفس في الجامعة اللبنانية، وحصلت على دبلوم في الغناء الكلاسيكي الشرقي من المعهد العالي اللبناني للموسيقى تحت إشراف السيدة بديعة حداد، كما تخصّصت في السولفيج لمدة ست سنوات مع البروفسور توفيق سكر.رونزا هي ابنة مسرح الرحابنة، إذ كانت جزءاً أساسياً من مسيرتهم الفنية، حيث شاركت في عدد من المسرحيات الغنائية التي قدّمها الأخوان رحباني، مثل "المؤامرة مستمرة" و"الشخص" و"الربيع السابع". بدأت في الكورس خلف السيدة فيروز في عدة أعمال فنية، وكان لها دور بارز في أعمال "آخر الصيف"، "هللو بيروت"، و"رحلة بابا نويل".ارتبطت حياتها المهنية بالأكاديميا حيث تعمل كأستاذة في المعهد العالي للموسيقى، وقد تخرج على يدها العديد من الطلاب الذين يتخصصون في الغناء الكلاسيكي الأوبرالي. وقدمت ورش عمل تدريبية في السولفيج.إضافة إلى ذلك، أطلقت رونزا مع شقيقاتها آمال وفاديا، فرقة "Tri Orient"، التي قدمت حفلات غنائية وترانيم دينية في العديد من البلدان كما أصدرت ثلاث ألبومات متميزة هي "ميلاديات"، "ميلاد في المدينة"، و"Abu Dhabi Concert".انضموا إلى ريكاردو كرم ورونزا في هذه الحلقة من البودكاست للاحتفال بالميلاد وللغوص في تفاصيل مسيرتها الفنية الراقية.

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In this message, Pastor Hurmon reminds us that in these difficult times, there is still hope for the nations. He asks: Is Jesus the King of our lives? Jesus is the King of all who surrender to His authority. Jesus' kinship is focussed on love, justice, serving others and giving His life to save ours. Christmas brings us grounded optimism: optimism in the midst of despairing circumstances. The God that we love and serve is a God of love and justice and peace. Grounded optimism rooted in God has the power to comfort us during hard times.

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In this week's episode, Emily and Andrea are joined by The Sun's royal editor, Matt Wilkinson. They all take an in-depth look back at what an eventful, and at times tumultuous, year it has been for the royal family. Notwithstanding the recent news regarding Prince Andrew, our hosts and Matt look back on the King and Princess Catherine's cancer diagnosis, the royal tours, Prince William's Earthshot prize and how he dealt with the tough news of his nearest and dearest. Plus, we look at our favourite moments and what we can look forward to in royalty in 2025. Don't forget to sign up to our Royal Club too where you can listen to the podcast ad-free and for a limited time get 40% subscriptions! Just head over to: https://royalclub.hellomagazine.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The weekend of Dec. 21-22 will be Minnesota's last chance to experience the longstanding and beloved holiday show, A Christmas Celebration with The Steeles.After 40 years, the Minnesota gospel group is wrapping up their run of Christmas concerts. Siblings J.D., Fred, Jearlyn, Jevetta and Billy Steele have brought their joyful holiday harmonies to Minnesota audiences since 1984 and plan to do so one last time at the Pantages Theatre Saturday and Sunday.The Steeles are an integral part of the Minnesota sound and have recorded and performed with Prince, Donald Fagen, Morgan Freeman and others throughout their career. The family traveled the world in the acclaimed musical The Gospel at Colonus and contributed to several soundtracks. Jevetta Steele takes a break from rehearsals to talk with MPR News host Nina Moini about the band's final Christmas shows.

For thousands of years, Catholics used to celebrate Christmas communally with processions, public gatherings, pilgrimages, etc. But in America, especially over the last 50-100 years, Christmas traditions have become private, family affairs. Why? Greg and Cory talk about what was and what has changed. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: consideringcatholicism@gmail.com  

The weekend of Dec. 21-22 will be Minnesota's last chance to experience the longstanding and beloved holiday show, A Christmas Celebration with The Steeles.After 40 years, the Minnesota gospel group is wrapping up their run of Christmas concerts. Siblings J.D., Fred, Jearlyn, Jevetta and Billy Steele have brought their joyful holiday harmonies to Minnesota audiences since 1984 and plan to do so one last time at the Pantages Theatre Saturday and Sunday.The Steeles are an integral part of the Minnesota sound and have recorded and performed with Prince, Donald Fagen, Morgan Freeman and others throughout their career. The family traveled the world in the acclaimed musical The Gospel at Colonus and contributed to several soundtracks. Jevetta Steele takes a break from rehearsals to talk with MPR News host Nina Moini about the band's final Christmas shows.

Get these episodes ad free! Support the show on Patreon for as little as $3 / month. Hear stories first for $5 / month.Welcome to 2024's Christmas Celebration. Today's tale is the first of the series by Daniel Foytik written and performing as The Dark Voice: “Ch'ill'ha-thra, Man of Snow”. Children build a snowman who comes to life with the help of ancient, dark magic. Warning: The Wicked Library is a horror fiction podcast created for a mature audience. Our stories contain graphic descriptions of pain, murder, violence, blood, betrayal, and inhumanity; monsters win, people die, and hope is often shattered. There is also beauty, heart, catharsis, and raw emotion. Fear may be deeply personal, but we all share it.If at any time a story takes you to a place too dark, turn on the lights, press pause, or press stop. And always remember, that unlike in the real world, these nightmares, and your participation in them, are under your control.Produced and Hosted: Daniel FoytikHosted by: Daniel FoytikArtwork: Greg ShafferMain Theme: “The Library Awakens” Nico VetteseFinal Audio Mix: Daniel Foytik, 9th Story Studios LLCFX: freesound.orgGet your copy of The Wicked Library Presents: 13 Wicked Tales on Kindle, or in print.  Visit thewickedlibrary.com/read to get your copy today.Get your copy of The Lift, 9 Stories of Transformation Volume One on Kindle, or in print.  Visit victoriaslift.com/read to get your copy today.The Wicked Library is created by 9th Story Studios LLC: www.9thstory.comAudio program ©2023 – 9th Story Studios LLC.  All Rights Reserved.No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of 9th Story Studios LLC. The copyrights for stories are held by the respective authors.

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I appreciate you listening to this Podcast, however I would suggest that you also view the Video version.Available On the Our Walk Together Channel on YouTube The first nativity scene was created by St. Francis in 1223.St. Francis's vision transformed how Christians celebrate Christmas.The nativity scene embodies a profound understanding of love.St. Francis connected poverty and humility as inseparable twins.The first nativity scene was a community effort in Greccio.St. Francis aimed to make faith tangible through physical experiences.The tradition of the nativity scene spread rapidly across Europe.Pope Nicholas IV established a permanent nativity scene in Rome.St. Francis's legacy teaches the importance of simple expressions of faith.The nativity scene remains relevant and meaningful today. Produced, Edited and mixed by Paul R. Long, OFSFor further Information visit our Website OurWalkTogether.comor contact: PaulLongOFS@gmail.com

Stu Burguiere ranks the top Veep Thoughts of all time from Vice President (and failed presidential candidate) Kamala Harris. Then, the annual premiere of the greatest Christmas movie of all time: "The Christmas Twist." Plus, Pat Gray joins with a very serious look at Leakages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May loving and worshipping God be a tradition we pass on to our families.

Origins: PeaceThe Cambridge Dictionary defines Peace as "freedom from war and violence, especially when people live and work together happily without disagreements...." If this is the definition, is it possible to have peace in this world? The Christmas story suggests the answer is yes. This week at WholeLife's annual Christmas Celebration that includes our choirs, band, and orchestra we'll celebrate together that the baby born in Bethlehem is the origin story for our peace in a chaotic world.Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below:Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607Email: podcast@wholelife.church#ThisIsWholeLifeGet Connected with WholeLife! Reach out and let us know how we can serve you: http://wholelife.church/connectSUBSCRIBE NOW to our weekly companion podcast, Speaking of Grace, to listen to the message this episode is based on and where our pastors and guest speakers invite you into a lifelong friendship with God. Never miss another message or series again! Take it with you in the car, at home, on your phone, on your smartwatch, and in your earbuds, wherever life takes you!This Is WholeLife features Pastors Ken Wetmore and Melanie Bockmann, with Digital Content Creator Lucas Moraes, and Communication Director Randy Magray as the host. It is available everywhere you listen to podcasts! If you've enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform and share it with your family, friends, and social media, where you will find us at the following links! X, Facebook, Instagram, and now on YouTube! Thank you for listening! To learn more about our podcasts at WholeLife Church, visit the Podcasts page on our website.NEXT WEEK: 12/21/24 - Origins Continues, but we will only have one service at 12:00 p.m. To find out more about our Christmas brunch, use this link: https://subspla.sh/ts9dfzn To learn more about WholeLife Church, visit our website: www.WholeLife.ChurchFind out what's happening at WholeLife Church by visiting our

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There is a bit of a festive spirit around the Cozy Christmas Lodge today... we are celebrating 150 episodes! I want to thank you all for your support and participation in what has become one of the most creatively satisfying experiences of my life.  So today we start off by looking to the future of Christmas Celebrations, and see what kind of Christmas songs and stories A.I. can make up. While it doesn't go horribly wrong, it does feel kind of... soulless. Then I read a charming children's story called "Matchstick Mouse: Merry Little Christmas" which is written by one of our faithful listeners, Morgan O'Brien! Then I finally am able to sit down with Gracie and catch up on her life. We talk about the "Home for the Holidays" variety show we participated in, including all the details about the Christmas Carol skit. Then we talked about the musical "Wicked", Christmas Music, and the first question of a new segment called Ask Gracie Anything, in which I try to explain who and what the Glo-Friends were. Buy Matchstick Mouse: Merry Little Christmas: (Amazon) or Bookshop.org (affiliate link) Timestamps 00:00 The 150th Episode Introduction and updates 02:28 An AI Christmas Story 15:29 Matchstick Mouse: Merry Little Christmas 23:34 Gracie Christmas Chat 45:17 The Holiday Variety Show 49:05 Concluding Thoughts     Ways to support the show: Rate and review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-cozy-christmas-podcast/id1523423375  Buy me a coffee? www.ko-fi.com/cozychristmas  Ornaments, Mugs, and Notebooks: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CozyChristmasPodcast  Logo shirt designs: http://tee.pub/lic/edygC_h4D1c    Contact Me: facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cozychristmaspodcast  instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cozychristmaspodcast/  twitter: https://twitter.com/CozyXmasPod  youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCikiozEbu0h9pKeI1Ei5TQ email: cozychristmaspodcast@gmail.com           #Christmas #christmaspodcast #podcast

Father Chris Walsh joins Patrick to discuss Christmas with Lectio Divina (3:59) Why are Christmas Celebrations important? How does Lectio Divina connect with us in our world today? (20:02) Break 1 How much of scripture should we (25:00) what is the meditation and contemplation? (28:26) Michel - giving gifts. In Matthew 6, supposed to give in secret. How do we relate that to Christmas giving? is boastful to buy expensive things? (34:47) Break 2 What is a good translation of the bible to use for Lectio Divina (40:04) What is Visio Divina? (42:50) Fr. Bill - I was directing a retreat at Trappist Abbey. I begin with Scripture, read in silence, then stop and contemplate.

Air Week: December 16-22, 2024 Juke Christmas Party! Christmas, like you've never heard it before. This year, the “Juke In The Back” cordially invites you to join us at Rosie's Juke Joint for an intimate Christmas Celebration. Miss Rosie, Bobby The Bobcat and of course, Matt The Cat will be there to make your yuletide […]

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Celebration is a core aspect of our spiritual life. The things we celebrate reveal who we are! Today, Pastor Wayne teaches us that celebration and rejoicing should be a habit of every believer!

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Stephanie has deep admiration for Mary, the mother of Jesus. So, she invites you to take a seat at Mary's table this Christmas season. Grab a cup of hot Christmas tea and join Mary at God's feast. Mary's journey of faith showcases deep humility and trust. For example, her genuine curiosity about God's message distinguishes her from Zechariah's earlier skepticism, demonstrating that God welcomes questions borne out of innocence. Mary's life highlights a pure faith, and a willingness to devote herself completely to God, despite societal repercussions. Mary is a beacon of suffering and endurance. Scripture emphasizes the importance of embracing our legacy for God's glory, drawing parallels to Ruth and Boaz's story as an analogy of choosing faithfulness amidst trials. Mary's life challenges us to view suffering through a lens of divine purpose and glory. In Christ, the New Testament teaches a profound reversal from the Old Testament perspective. Traditionally, the unholy would taint the holy, but in Christ, the holy purifies the unholy. This applies to Mary as well, and is vividly exemplified in stories like the woman healed by touching Jesus' garment, and the shadows of Peter and Paul, which miraculously conveyed healing. Understanding Jesus as fully God and fully man is vital to grasp the profound nature of the cross and resurrection. The incarnation is not merely to be seasonally celebrated at Christmastime, but it extends to us an invitation to experience the holiness of Jesus personally throughout the year. Belief in Jesus is paramount for salvation, extending beyond heritage and familial connections to Israel. Even Mary herself needed to accept Jesus as her Lord and Savior, because salvation is an individual journey taken in a corporate, communal context. Mary's faith journey is therefore marked by the joy and strength she found in fellowship and corporate worship. Community is essential in nurturing our faith, and in providing encouragement, support, and a shared sense of purpose. Mary's song, the Magnificat, reveals her deep scriptural understanding, reminiscent of patriarchal figures like Abraham and Hannah, as well as her bond with her cousin Elizabeth. This is the power of community to bolster our faith! In her humble and challenging circumstances—living in poverty, as a widow, raising several children, and dealing with societal reputations—Mary chose to view herself as blessed through a divine lens. Her life exemplifies surrendering to God's plan as an act of commitment, rather than selecting the bits and pieces of faith that would be more comfortable. Her life teaches a timeless lesson: embracing God's plans often requires relinquishing personal ambitions and societal approval. Her journey serves as a guide for living a life of worship and devotion to Jesus, standing firm in faith through every storm. So, this Christmas, consider reimagining your Christmas celebrations through the lens of Mary's life. Ponder the story of Mary, not just as an iconic biblical figure, but as a relatable model of faith, courage, and unwavering devotion in the face of life's trials. Don't forget to check out our essential workbook to accompany this study. Stephanie personally created the content to invite you deeper into study. Don't miss out! It's at https://www.gospelspice.com/store THERE ARE SEVERAL WAYS TO PARTNER WITH GOSPEL SPICE TODAY! First, PAY Gospel Spice Forward: Give a tax-deductible gift so others can experience our ministry for free, just like you! You can pay it forward with any debit, credit card, or via PayPal. See below for more details about your impact. Also, PLAY Gospel Spice Forward: SHARE the podcast and the studies with your friends and family. 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Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Bonjour! Gospel Spice exists to inspire our generation to delight in God. We do this through the podcast, online Bible studies, leadership trainings, and more. We want to serve Christ-followers who seek to live a life spiced with the gospel. We want to love God, because He first loved us. We want to experience the fullness of life with Him—and not be content with stale, boring, leftover faith. Jesus tells us that the most important thing is to love the Lord our God, so we take Him seriously. He adds that we are to love our neighbor as ourselves. Now, there are many ways to do that, but I have always personally felt deep compassion for victims of human trafficking – it is modern day slavery, and it revolts the heart of God. And so, they are our particular neighbors here at Gospel Spice. 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Daniel Penny found not guilty– what does this mean for the future of men? Fr. Tim Grumbach joins Trending with Timmerie. (2:10) You can’t throw Christ out of Christmas. Disneyland’s candlelight procession. (19:17) St. John of the Cross’s imprisonment and “Romances” (27:26) The ancient tradition of the Ember days of advent – what are they, and how can I participate? (40:22) Resources mentioned : Couldn’t ‘Live With Myself’: Daniel Penny Says He Has No Regrets After Stepping In To Help Others https://www.dailywire.com/news/couldnt-live-with-myself-daniel-penny-says-he-has-no-regrets-after-stepping-in-to-help-others Choke hold Did Not Kill Jordan Neely, Forensic Expert Testifies In Daniel Penny’s Defense https://www.dailywire.com/news/chokehold-did-not-kill-jordan-neely-forensic-expert-testifies-in-daniel-pennys-defense The Romances of St. John of the Cross https://www.baltimorecarmel.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/John-of-the-Cross-Romances-2020-complete.pdf

Join us this week as Pastor Bo breaks down what it means to enter God's rest.  We'll look at what it meant for Joshua and the Israelites, but more importantly what it looks like for believers today.  Pastor Bo elaborates on how God's rest includes having peace with God and how it gives us freedom from the condemnation of guilt & shame.  It also helps us to no longer feel like we are on a hamster wheel - continually trying to please God - as we approach Him.  Tied in with this, Pastor Bo shares the importance of having robust faith & expectation in our daily walk with God.  This will change basic activities, like giving our offering out of a sense of obligation, into life-transforming experiences of God's love and goodness, as we reap the blessings God promises us in His word.  With humor in abundance, you'll enjoy taking in this week’s message full of life-giving truth.   (00:00) The Living Word and Christmas Celebration(03:51) The Power of Giving and Receiving(08:36) Resting in God's Promise(15:55) Entering God's Rest Through Faith(30:12) Resting in God's Word and Promise(44:32) Guidance Through God's Word(49:57) Boldly Come to the Throne

Afraid that your holiday family gatherings will turn into political battles instead of a joyful reunions? In our latest episode, we dive into preserving family unity during the holidays while political tensions are still running high following the 2024 election.You'll discover why it's crucial to prioritize faith over politics, and how a simple act of grace can mend even the most fractured relationships. Want to know the surprising step Steve almost took because of a political disagreement? You'll have to listen to see why it's so important to keep your focus on the right things! Send us a text at our Podience Textline: 302-542-0800Other ways to connectinfo@alessifamilybusiness.comMessage us on Instagram or Facebook Reply on our YouTube Community Leave a voicenote Buy Family Business Merch Listen to our daily devotional podcast My Morning Devotional Join the Family Business Follow Us on Instagram and Facebook Subscribe on YouTube Leave a review Hear new music from our family in Metro Life Worship!Listen on Apple MusicListen on Spotify...

For months, members of Broadway have worked diligently to prepare for A Christmas Celebration, which will be presented from December 13-15. It's a blessing to see members of the church using their gifts to bear fruit and advance the gospel! Visit https://broadwaychurch.org/christmas to claim your free tickets today.

All Nations Praise Christmas Celebration

Join us for this special Friday Focus episode as we explore how to keep Christ at the center of your Christmas celebration. From scripture reflections to practical tips, we'll share ways to bring the focus back to Jesus during this busy season. Whether it's through meaningful traditions, acts of service, or quiet moments of worship, let this episode inspire you to experience the joy and peace of a truly Christ-centered Christmas.

As the year is coming to a close the wheels are well and truly starting to fall off on the show, but hasn't stopped the guests rolling in. We had the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the show this week as we celebrate the 36 month initiative get a huge win, we also quietly asked if we could borrow Kirribilli House for soem Christmas Celebrations...still waiting to hear back from Albo. And Fitzy, reminding everyone in Sydney, that we are the only show still on air right now, thanks mate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we take a nostalgic trip back to the 80s and 90s to explore how Christmas was celebrated during one of the most iconic decades. From the hottest toys and classic TV specials and unique holiday traditions, we dive into the sights, sounds, and memories that made an '80s and 90s Christmas truly special. Whether you lived through it or just love the retro vibe, this episode will transport you to a time when Christmas felt a little more colorful, a lot more fun, and totally tubular!

It's the biggest Christmas celebration for this quadruple GRAMMY-winning Christian pop duo yet! For KING + COUNTRY is not only touring the month of December and releasing a new "Drummer Boy Christmas Live" album this week, but they are also taking their tour to the big screen offering a cinematic concert experience "A Drummer Boy Christmas Live" in theaters everywhere December 5-9th ONLY. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone for a heartfelt conversation about their festive projects and the deeper meaning of Christmas. From heartwarming tales of Christmas in Australia and their first white Christmas in the U.S. to inspiring stories of how others' kindness brightened their toughest seasons, this interview dives into the spirit of the season. Don't miss this powerful blend of music, memories, and holiday magic! More information about for KING + COUNTRY's latest music, movie, and tour head to https://www.forkingandcountry.com/ #keepthefaith #contagiousinfluencer #forkingandcountry #davidsams #drummerboychristmas