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Light for the OrdinaryGod's light meets us in our ordinary lives and turns them into extraordinary stories. God Chooses Ordinary PeopleThe Glory of God Breaks into the RoutineGood News for all PeopleFrom Ordinary Lives to Extraordinary WitnessesOrdinary Worship the Pleases GodFamily Discussion Questions:Where do you spend most of your “ordinary” time during the week? How might God want to meet you or work through you in that place?Why do you think God chose shepherds to hear the Christmas news first? What does that tell us about who God values?Can you think of a routine moment (school, work, chores, driving, meals) that could become a place of worship this week? What would that look like practically?The shepherds shared what they had seen and heard. Who is one person you could share something about Jesus with—simply from your own experience?The shepherds returned to the same life, but with changed hearts. What is one way you can respond differently this week because of what God is doing in you?

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Light in the WaitingThe Reality of DarknessGod Speaks Hope Before Anything ChangesGod Works Powerfully in the SilenceGod's Light Arrives Right on TimeJesus is the Light We NeedFamily Discussion QuestionsWhat is something you've had to wait for recently? (Christmas presents, a special event, a prayer you're hoping God answers, etc.) How did waiting make you feel?Where do you see “darkness” in the story of Christmas — or in life today? How does Jesus bring light into those places?Why do you think God sometimes makes us wait before we see His answer? (Helps us grow, teaches trust, He's preparing something better, etc.)Can you think of a time God helped you or answered a prayer at just the right moment? How did that remind you that God was with you even when you couldn't see Him working?Who in your family (or someone you know) might need a little “light” this week? What could we do as a family to encourage them? (Write a prayer, invite someone over, help with a need, etc.)

Light in Our DoubtsGod meets us in our faithfulness — even when we struggle to believe. (Luke 1:5–7)Doubt often rises when God interrupts our normal. (Luke 1:8–20)God's response: not punishment, but mercy with purpose. (Luke 1:19–22)God keeps His promises even while we're still learning to believe. (Luke 1:57–66)When we surrender our doubts, light breaks through. (Luke 1:67–80)Application: How God's Light Meets Our DoubtsGod meets us where we are. God invites our honest questions.God grows faith through waiting.God turns doubt into testimony.Family Discussion Questions:Where do you see doubt show up in your life right now? What situations, worries, or unanswered prayers feel like “shadowy places” for you?Why do you think God chose to meet Zechariah right in the middle of his struggle, not after he had everything figured out? How does that encourage you this week?Can you think of a time when God interrupted your normal routine to get your attention? How did you respond?God kept His promise to Zechariah even while he wrestled with unbelief. Where do you need to trust that God is still working—whether you feel strong or weak in faith?What is one practical way your family can “surrender doubt” this week?A prayer to pray…a step of obedience…a conversation to have…a fear to turn over to God.

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https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251231dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion When Herod realized that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and he gave orders to kill all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, in accordance with the time he had learned from the Magi. Matthew 2:16 The Comfort of Christmas Herod, furious that the Magi left without telling him where Jesus was, went scorched earth and ordered every boy in the vicinity two years old and younger to be killed. Historians estimate that twenty to thirty children were murdered in his desperate attempt to eliminate the Christ child. It is uncomfortable to read this so soon after Christmas. Wouldn’t it be better to skip this part? Why remember such horror during Christmastime? Because it shows what happens when light enters a world of darkness. When the light arrives, the darkness does not politely step aside. It tries to snuff the light out. This is why Jesus came: to battle the darkness that rejected him from his very first days. This same battle between light and darkness continues in your own heart. When Christ’s light shines within you, your sinful nature fights against it. Yet God remains on your side—God rescued his Son from Herod’s sword so that his Son could rescue you from eternal darkness. Jesus’ death and resurrection became the ultimate light that conquers the darkness. And here lies one of the Bible’s hardest truths: though God possesses all power and hates evil, he still permits suffering. So here is the comfort of Christmas: God may save us from evil, or he may save us through evil. The boys of Bethlehem died tragically, but Christ the Savior was born not to save them from Herod, but from hell, and that is what he did. With God, wherever there is weeping, comfort follows. The grieving mothers of Bethlehem would see their sons again because their King came to save them through tragedy into heaven’s triumph. This is the comfort of Christmas. That even though the darkness could take the boys of Bethlehem away from their parents, it could not take them away from Christ. It cannot take you away from him either. Prayer: Merciful Father, thank you for the comfort of knowing that no darkness can separate me from the light of your Son. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

This reflection was originally published in 2022. While the Redemptorist's title, location, and the specific days and dates mentioned may no longer align, the reading and reflection remain just as relevant today!

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251231dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion When Herod realized that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and he gave orders to kill all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, in accordance with the time he had learned from the Magi. Matthew 2:16 The Comfort of Christmas Herod, furious that the Magi left without telling him where Jesus was, went scorched earth and ordered every boy in the vicinity two years old and younger to be killed. Historians estimate that twenty to thirty children were murdered in his desperate attempt to eliminate the Christ child. It is uncomfortable to read this so soon after Christmas. Wouldn’t it be better to skip this part? Why remember such horror during Christmastime? Because it shows what happens when light enters a world of darkness. When the light arrives, the darkness does not politely step aside. It tries to snuff the light out. This is why Jesus came: to battle the darkness that rejected him from his very first days. This same battle between light and darkness continues in your own heart. When Christ’s light shines within you, your sinful nature fights against it. Yet God remains on your side—God rescued his Son from Herod’s sword so that his Son could rescue you from eternal darkness. Jesus’ death and resurrection became the ultimate light that conquers the darkness. And here lies one of the Bible’s hardest truths: though God possesses all power and hates evil, he still permits suffering. So here is the comfort of Christmas: God may save us from evil, or he may save us through evil. The boys of Bethlehem died tragically, but Christ the Savior was born not to save them from Herod, but from hell, and that is what he did. With God, wherever there is weeping, comfort follows. The grieving mothers of Bethlehem would see their sons again because their King came to save them through tragedy into heaven’s triumph. This is the comfort of Christmas. That even though the darkness could take the boys of Bethlehem away from their parents, it could not take them away from Christ. It cannot take you away from him either. Prayer: Merciful Father, thank you for the comfort of knowing that no darkness can separate me from the light of your Son. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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Sunday Worship for December 28, 2025, from Queen Anne Lutheran Church in Seattle, our 10:30 service— Guest Pastor Paul Hoffman; Cantor Kyle Haugen. Prelude—Noël Suisse: “Il est un petit l'ange”  (Swiss Noel: “He is a little angel”); Claude Balbastre (1724–1799)  • Introit—Hosea 11:1, Jeremiah 31:17 • Gathering Hymn— Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming, (ELW 272) • First Reading— Isaiah 63:7-9 • Second Reading—Hebrews 2:10-18 • Gospel—Matthew 2:13-23 • Sermon—Rev. Paul Hoffman • Hymn of the Day—Gentle Joseph Heard a Warning (ACS 1060) • Distribution Hymn—What Feast of Love (ELW 487) • Sending Hymn —Let Our Gladness Have No End (ELW 291) • Postlude—Excerpts from Noël Étranger (“Foreign” Noel); Louis-Claude Daquin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Link here to view the bulletin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enjoying our worship recordings? Consider giving. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit this link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

The other side of Christmas.  Reality hits doesn't it?  The brokenness of the world that has been cursed because of sin hits doesn't it?   The other side of Christmas for Joseph, Mary and toddler Jesus hit too didn't it?  Enraged King Herod desires only one thing.  Death to the new born king.  Instead of tidings of joy on Christmas crying and wailing from the mothers whose baby boys were murdered by Herod's henchmen.   What about us?  The other side of Christmas is far from perfect is it?  You see, God's creation is still groaning, groaning for perfection once again.  No disease, no sin, no sorrow, just peace, love and joy.   It's what God promises to bring once again.  Jesus WILL return as advertised, as promised to make things new again.  This time forever and ever.  This is where we place our Hope.  True Hope.   Isaiah 63:7-14 Galatians 4:4-7 Matthew 2:13-23

A sermon by the Rev. Deacon Juan Sandoval on the First Sunday after Christmas (December 28, 2025) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

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First Sunday after Christmas December 28, 2025 Christ the Savior Is Born - Son of God Sermon based on Matthew 2:13-23 https://stpeterchurchmodesto.org/

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Christmas 2025 marks the 60th anniversary of the remarkable set of encounters experienced by the residents of Warminster, Wiltshire, in the UK. Now known as the 'Warminster Thing' - a mysterious series of sightings and sounds heard and seen around the town of Warminster in Wiltshire, UK, around Christmas December 1965, we present a reload of our show discussing the events.The KTPF team talk with Kevin Goodman, author of UFO WARMINSTER: Cradle of Contact. The Warminster ‘Thing', as it became known, was sighted on numerous occasions, leaving both residents and even the local police baffled. What did they witness? Secret military operations emanating from the local base, or something otherworldly? The debate continues. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

Scripture: John 1:1–18 | Isaiah 61:10—62:5 | by Travis Dorman | Topic: The Good News of Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When we are clothed with Christ - as he clothed himself in humanity - we find our perspective on ourselves and those around us changed. Dcn. Justin Smith elaborates on the effects we can expect as we accept and embrace our new wardrobe.If you like what you hear, we hope you'll join us in person if you're in the area. Learn more about us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/servantsanglican⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.servantsanglican.org/⁠⁠

Why is the Day after Christmas (December 26th) known in many countries (including Canada) as Boxing Day? Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/A2Eql_T3TDE which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Everything Everywhere Daily podcast at https://amzn.to/3XHj20A Boxing Day adventure book at https://amzn.to/3L9vTXr Origins & History of Christmas books at https://amzn.to/496M0gi Christmas Tradition books at https://amzn.to/49uyhR1 ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's TIMELINE video channel at : https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Everything Everywhere Daily podcast with Gary Arndt: The Origins of Boxing Day (26dec2024 #1634; Glassbox Media). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this hour of Live Bet Christmas, Stormy Buonantony and Andy Gresh preview NFL Week 17 and update the live games in the NFL and NBA. Also on the show, which NFL coach will see the Grinch on Jan. 5? And, handicapping the NFL futures market.Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. Grab your first month for only $9.99 or take over 15% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD25. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of Live Bet Christmas, hosts Stormy Buonantony and Andy Gresh provide live updates from the Cowboys vs. Commanders matchup, plus go through the latest NFL news and notes. Also on the show, the hosts are joined by John Hansen, Host of Prop Points, to talk about his favorite player props for the NFL Christmas slate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of Live Bet Christmas, Stormy Buonantony and Andy Gresh chat what NFL teams got gifts or coal for Christmas. Also on the show, updates from the Cowboys and Commanders game, a preview for the rest of today's NFL games and VSiN's Jonathan Von Tobel joins the show to discuss some of his favorite bets.Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. Grab your first month for only $9.99 or take over 15% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD25. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

God speaks, he is not mute. 

Holy Rosary for Christmas Day, December 25 -- Luminous Mysteries from RosaryMinded, featuring peaceful guitar backdrop.This version includes the St. Michael and Memorare prayers.Discover a uniquely-designed collection of clothing & accessories crafted to express & celebrate your Catholic faith.https://www.OremusCo.comFull Archive of Rosary videos on RosaryMinded.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rosaryminded.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RosaryMinded email address: rosaryminded@gmail.comTwitter & Instagram: @rosarymindedMusic (royalty free) and art provided by Pixabay

On this holy day when we celebrate the birth of our Savior, we gather to pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, opening our hearts to the grace, peace, and radiant love Jesus brings into the world.Let us pray together, asking that the Light of Christ—born in a humble manger—shine brightly within us and continue to overcome every shadow of darkness.May this beautiful prayer draw you deeper into the mystery of God's mercy and the joy of Christmas. ✨#DivineMercyChaplet #DivineMercy #CatholicPrayer #ChristmasDayDiscover a uniquely designed collection of clothing & accessories crafted to express and celebrate your Catholic faith: https://www.rosaryminded.com/shop

Homily, Christmas, December 25, 2025 by Pastor, Fr. Jeff VonLehmen

Suspense | Back for Christmas | December 23, 1943|| Sponsored by: Roma Wines. A meek British botany professor plans a "Devil's Garden" in the basement; a grave for his henpecking wife!Starring: John Collier (author); Peter Lorre; Herbert Marshall#PeterLorre: : : : :My other podcast channels include: DRAMA X THEATER -- SCI FI x HORROR -- COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA -- VARIETY X ARMED FORCES -- THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLESEnjoying my podcast? You can subscribe to receive new post notices. Also, if you have a moment, please give a 4-5 star rating and/or write a 1-2 sentence positive review on your preferred service -- that would help me a lot.Thank you for your support.https://otr.duane.media | Instagram @duane.otr@duaneOldTimeRadio #duaneOldTimeRadio#mysteryclassics #oldtimeradio #otr #mysteryradio #radioclassics #rodserling #agathachristie #thewhistler #mystery #suspense #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #crimeclassics #duaneotr:::: :

The Transforming Gift of Christmas - December 24, 2025

Arthur Schwartz was the restaurant critic and executive food editor of the New York Daily News for 18 years. Perhaps what he's best known for is as a chameleon—he's successfully worked in radio, print media, cookbook publishing, TV, and teaching.

Arthur Schwartz was the restaurant critic and executive food editor of the New York Daily News for 18 years. Perhaps what he's best known for is as a chameleon—he's successfully worked in radio, print media, cookbook publishing, TV, and teaching.

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Jack Benny The Jello Show "Old Fashioned Christmas" December 20, 1936 NBC Red My Little Margie "Timmy's Christmas" December 21, 1952 CBS starring Gale Storm

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-2:12

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Suspense "Out for Christmas" December 21, 1953 CBS  Dragnet "Big Little Jesus" December 21, 1954 NBC Stan Freberg Dragnet Parody with Christmas theme 1953 

Fr. William Rock, FSSP, serves as Parochial Vicar at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained in October of 2019 and serves as a regular contributor to the FSSP North America Missive Blog. In Today's Show: Why is Christmas December 25th? Were any of the pagans saved before the time of Christ? Can I help set up a "psychic party"? Are there any Psalms that change based on the feast day, rather than the day of the week? Can a Catholic priest celebrate Mass in two different rites? Dealing with scrupulosity How does a Priest know if a child has had his first communion or not What is the altar rail cloth used for? Why did Pope Leo leave out the Filioque from the creed when he was in Lebanon? And more! Show Resources: https://www.catholicapologetics.info/scripture/newtestament/2luke.htm Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Join Profs. Matt Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Rolf Jacobson as they explore the lectionary readings for the First Sunday of Christmas on December 28, 2025.

Friends of the Rosary,Today, November 21, the Church of Christ celebrates the Memorial of the Presentation of Mary.On September 8, we celebrated the Birthday of Our Lady, and on September 12, the Holy Name.With the Presentation of Mary in the Temple, we complete this Marian cycle, which is parallel with the first three feasts of our Lord in the liturgical calendar: the birth of Christ or Christmas (December 25), the Holy Name of Jesus (January 3), and His Presentation in the Temple (February 2).The historical background of the Presentation of Mary is found in the Protoevangel of St. James (ch. 4:1ff).After an angel had revealed her pregnancy, Anna vowed her future child, Mary, to the Lord. At the age of three, Mary was transferred to the temple, and here, she received her nourishment from the hand of an angel.On this feast day, we meditate on the mystery of Mary's temporary dwelling in the sanctuary of the Old Covenant as a preparation for the approaching season of Advent.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• November 21, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET