Podcasts about First Christmas

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We didn't have a Christmas tree this year, so my brother and I made one from banana leaves and a coconut branch.                                                               ----------------Today's stories are told by Sarah Unglaub and Amy Ackmody, AFM missionary alumni on the Lobi Project in Burkina Faso, Western Africa. Subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed listening to today's stories!

Where was the first Christmas tree? Proof is hard to come by. It seems that Windsor Locks, CT is among the very first – at least in legend; a stone monument lays claim to the first decorated tree in 1777. Researching this case turned up other very interesting side stories: German prisoners-of-war, Native American attacks, and even the Wizard of Oz.

What's up, dudes? It's Candlemas! Yes, today we say goodbye to Christmastide. To celebrate, I've got Thom Crowe from ‘Tis the Podcast and Art Kilmer from A Cozy Christmas with to talk about the 1981 episode of SuperBook “The First Christmas!”Once again, several Gospel pericopes are concatenated in this New Testament-inspired episode. While feeling nostalgic and missing his mother at Christmas, Chris, Joy, and his robot toy Gizmo find themselves transported by the mystical book. When the psychedelia settles, they stare up in awe at a vast dessert from another time!  Finding themselves in the 1st century BC Holy Land, the trio arrive during the time for Caesar Augustus's decree. Accordingly, St. Joseph and the Blessed Virgin Mary make the trek to Bethlehem, their ancestral home. Simultaneously the Magi follow a star to Bethlehem in search of a new king. The trio meet the Holy Family and journey with them to the same town. That night they see the Angel's proclamation of great joy, and follow some shepherds to the inn where Jesus was born. They also foil Herod's plot to have the Magi followed and the child killed. Having saved the day, they return to their time and celebrate Christmas properly.An inn with no room? Check. Magi following a star? Got it. Adoring the Holy Family? Definitely! So grab your gold, frankincense, and myrrh, stay with your clockwork robot in a shepherd's house, and head to Bethlehem with this episode! O come, let us adore him in SuperBook “The First Christmas!”'Tis the PodcastFB: @tisthepodcastBlueSky: @tisthepodcast.bsky.socialIG: @tisthepodcastFB Group: Tis the Podcast GroupA Cozy ChristmasFB: @cozychristmaspodcastIG: @cozychristmaspodcastBlueSky: @cozychristmas.bsky.socialGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

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MESSAGE NOTES:https://www.bible.com/events/49367136RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org/Take a new look at the story of the First Christmas and the unexpected encounters that took place - like Mary's favor, Joseph's revelation, and the shepherds' acknowledgment. This year, take time to appreciate Jesus and the unexpected joy that he brings and reimagine how His story can unexpectedly transform your life.

The Biblical telling of the first Christmas. Please note this story has grownup subject matters as may not be for all audiences. Proceed with caution.

While the Christmas story has been told for centuries, it is more intricate than often assumed and includes many details that the modern Christian may be unfamiliar with. Dr. Craig Evans, professor at Houston Christian University, joins Joseph Backholm to highlight the cultural and historical backdrop of Herod’s rule, the fulfillment of prophecies, and the Magi’s search for a new King. He examines who Joseph and Mary were and Joseph’s dilemma over Mary’s pregnancy, emphasizing the significance of a virgin birth. With insights into the shepherds’ role and ancient symbols like long-tailed stars, Dr. Evans provides ample proof of why the greatest story ever told is true.

Nanny Piggins tells the story of the first Christmas and what really happened in that stable in Bethlehem all those years ago, which she knows because a distant relative of hers just happened to be there at the time.Support the show at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!Support the showFor merchandise use this link... https://www.cafepress.com.au/shop/rasprattFor information about live shows use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

While the Christmas story has been told for centuries, it is more intricate than often assumed and includes many details that the modern Christian may be unfamiliar with. Dr. Craig Evans, professor at Houston Christian University, joins Joseph Backholm to highlight the cultural and historical backdrop of Herod's rule, the fulfillment of prophecies, and the Magi's search for a new King. He examines who Joseph and Mary were and Joseph's dilemma over Mary's pregnancy, emphasizing the significance of a virgin birth. With insights into the shepherds' role and ancient symbols like long-tailed stars, Dr. Evans provides ample proof of why the greatest story ever told is true.

On this dig back into past Holiday animated special, Doug admits that any math after division is a mystery, Jamie questions just how many to these Cabbage Patch Kids were invented just for this special, and we realize that Cabbage Kids are nothing but little Danny DeVitos. Bundle up for those icy Atlanta winter nights, count all the freckles on your red-haired doll, and join us as we try and work out the mythology behind The Cabbage Patch Kids Christmas Special!Visit our YouTube ChannelMerch on TeePublic Follow us on TwitterFollow on InstagramFind us on FacebookVisit our Website

Send us a textIt's a christmas miracle! 00:00 - Intro01:38 - Gremlins21:20 - How The Grinch Stole ChristmasFollow us on Instagram @moviemavensFollow us on Tik Tok @moviemavenspodWrite us an email at moviemavenspodcast@gmail.com

On Huckabee, this time of year offers the chance to reflect on the first, and most simple, Christmas. Actress and filmmaker, Melissa Francis, gives her first-hand account of her trip to the Gaza-Israel border. Steven Solomon offers an unfiltered look at the war in Ukraine and discusses what the mainstream media won't share. Keith Bilbrey visits Opryland's ICE! and there's a special performance of Angels We Have Heard on High by Vinnie and the Hitmen. Don't miss Huckabee! Missed last week's episode? Check it out here! WATCH Huckabee episodes for free on TBN+! Huckabee is America's favorite “front porch” talk show, coming to you weekly from TBN's famed Trinity Music City in Nashville. Hosted by former Arkansas governor and popular conservative commentator Mike Huckabee, the hour-long program is a down-home slice of wholesome Americana in all of its patriotic, God-honoring, and family-friendly glory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We should be comforted and encouraged by God's announcement of his ancient plans to bring about our salvation through Christ just after Adam and Eve first sinned.

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We should be comforted and encouraged by God's announcement of his ancient plans to bring about our salvation through Christ just after Adam and Eve first sinned.

We're wrapping up the holiday season with one final episode of Celtic Christmas Music #82 0:09 - Cedar Dobson "We Wish You a Merry Christmas/Trepak (The Nutcracker)/Jingle Bells/Auld Lang Syne" from A Whistle Wonderland: Christmas Melodies in a Celtic Style 4:27 - WELCOME TO CELTIC CHRISTMAS MUSIC I am Marc Gunn. I am Celtic musician and host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast. We are promoting Celtic culture through Christmas cheer. We want to bring a little magic and joy into your holiday season. Not just me, but all of the Celtic musicians we are featuring today. If you hear music you love, please support the artists. You can find a link to all of the artists in the shownotes as well as how to support this podcast at CelticChristmasPodcast.com 5:41 - Jen Midkiff (she/her) "Patapan -- Noel Nouvelet" from single 7:32 - Jesse Ferguson "Good King Wenceslas" from A Bard of Cornwall Christmas 9:58 - Seán Heely "Dona Nobis Pacem (Grant Us Peace) / Ge Do Theid Mi Do M' Leabaidh" from So Merry as We Have Been 15:06 - Screaming Orphans "Christmas Wrapping" from Happy Christmas Volume 2 19:35 - THANK YOU FOR SPREADING CHRISTMAS CHEER! Podcast advertising pays some of the hosting fees of this show. But the podcast creation is entirely funded by your generosity. Your kindness pays for our engineer, graphic design, and promotion of the podcast. It allows me to buy the music I play here. It also pays for my time creating the show. As a Patron, you get ad-free episodes and a private feed to listen to the podcast. All that for as little as $1 per month. HERE IS YOUR THREE-STEP PLAN TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST Go to our Patreon page. Decide how much you want to pledge every month, $1, $5, $10, or $25. Keep listening to Celtic Christmas Music to celebrate Celtic culture through Christmas music. You can become a generous Christmas Patron at patreon.com/celticchristmas . 20:51 - Adrianna Ciccone & Ellen Gibling “Petit Papa Noël / Ding Dong Merrily on High / The Ardgroom” from The Pear Tree 24:39 - Band O'Brothers "Jingle Bells and Polesome Prison Blues" from On Christmas Day 29:09 - The McDades "Jezebel carol_Brightest and Best" from A Winter Collection 31:45 - Dublin Gulch "Christmas In Carrick” from The Best Of A Celtic Cowboy Christmas (Double Album) 34:14 - Brad Tuck "Child's First Christmas" from Songs for Christmastime 37:44 - CLOSING 38:55 - Irish Christmas in America "Silent Night" from A Long Way From Home 41:49 - CREDITS Celtic Christmas Music was produced by Marc Gunn and our Christmas Patrons on Patreon. The show was edited by Mitchell Petersen with Graphics by Miranda Nelson Designs. Visit our website to subscribe to the podcast. You'll find links to all of the artists played in this episode. Todd Wiley is the editor of the Celtic Music Magazine. Subscribe to get 34 Celtic MP3s for Free. Plus, you'll get 7 weekly news items about what's happening with Celtic music and culture online. Best of all, you will connect with your Celtic heritage. Finally, please tell one friend about this podcast. Word of mouth is the absolute best way to support any creative endeavor. Finally, remember. Reduce, reuse, recycle, and think about how you can make a positive impact on climate change. Promote Celtic culture through Christmas music at CelticChristmasPodcast.com. Nollaig Shona Daoibh! #celticchristmas #celticchristmasmusic  

So far, by looking at the lead up to the First Christmas, or Christmas PAST we saw that God always keeps his promises! Last week, we looked at the first Christmas Present and stripped off the veneer and white washing to learn that when God shows up, we should expect the unexpected! This week we move on to the First Christmas Future. If you would like to know more about MetaChurch and the movement of Jesus, we invite you to visit us at www.metachurch.tv.Support the show

It's All Been Done Radio Hour #501  Itsahlbend Theatre #23 "The First Christmas"     Kristin banters with Beth and Grace. Then Archduke Edmund and Celestene retell the classic biblical story of the very first Christmas.    Visit our website http://iabdpresents.com Script books, clothing, and more at https://amzn.to/3km2TLm Please support us at http://patreon.com/IABD   Find more from It's All Been Done Radio Hour here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iabdpresents/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iabdpresents   A comedy radio show originally performed Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Boxland in Columbus, Ohio.       BANTER Kristin Green, Beth Debelak, and Grace Wilson    STARRING Shane Stefanchik as Archduke Edmund / Gabriel  Samantha Stark as Celestene / Mary Christ  ALSO STARRING  Darren Esler as Joseph Christ  Keith Jackson as the Innkeeper  Joe Morales as Cow  Ben Neidenthal as Sheep  Kristin Green as Shepherd  Jerome Wetzel, Ashley Clements, and Megan Overholt as shepherd extras  Beth Debelak as Caspar  Casey May as Melchoir  Ryan Yohe as Balthasar  Nathan Haley as the Little Dummer Boy      Narrated by Darren Esler  Foley Artist Megan Overholt  Podcast edited by Trulie Awesome Productions     It's All Been Done Radio Hour created and produced by Jerome Wetzel  Written by Jerome Wetzel  Directed by Chase McCants and Jerome Wetzel  Music Director Kristin Green  Theme Songs composed by Nathan Haley, with lyrics by Jerome Wetzel  Technical Director Shane Stefanchik   When you post about us, hashtag #IABD   #youtuberadioplays #bestyoutubepodcastchannels  

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20 The post That First Christmas Night appeared first on Hope Bible Church.

Reignite your enthusiasm for Christmas with a reminder of Christ's wonderful gift—eternal life for those who believe in Him.

Today, we catch up with three newly-elected parliamentarians about their first terms. Adam is joined by Rosie Wrighting, Labour MP for Kettering, Ben Obese-Jecty, Conservative MP for Huntingdon and Pippa Heylings, Liberal Democrat MP for South Cambridgeshire. Adam finds out how their election campaigns went, what missteps they've made in Parliament so far and what really goes on behind the scenes in the House of Commons.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade. The technical producer was Ben Andrews. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

The story of Disney World's First Christmas in 1971. Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

This is a recording of the sermon for First Christmas Sermon from George Stoeckhardt's book Grace Upon Grace: Gospel Sermons for the Church Year, reprinted by Steadfast Press.  ----more---- Read by: Fr. Matt Moss ----more---- Become a Patron! You can subscribe to the Journal here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/subscribe/ You can read the Gottesblog here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/gottesblog/ You can support Gottesdienst here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/make-a-donation/ As always, we, at The Gottesdienst Crowd, would be honored if you would Subscribe, Rate, and Review. Thanks for listening and thanks for your support. 

Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Kelce joins the WIP Morning Show to discuss the Birds huge win over the Steelers and how he's feeling heading into his first holidays without being on a football team. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever stopped to think about how the first Christmas was meticulously planned centuries before it happened? In this week's episode, Dr. Jonathan Youssef shares the divine blueprint behind the birth of Jesus—one too precise to be left to chance.In a world of uncertainty, discovering the fulfilled prophecies of the first Christmas can bring a sense of wonder and assurance. These ancient promises reveal a God who is faithful and precise, offering hope and a deeper understanding of His love and plan for us.Listen now and share this reflection with a friend who could use reassurance of the certainty of God's plan this Christmas.For questions or to connect with the Candid community, visit LTW.org/Candid. Follow us on social media:Facebook: @candidpodInstagram: @candidpodTwitter: @thecandidpod 

Victorian Henry Cole took delivery of the first ever mass-produced card today in history in 1843. Notably absent from the design was Jesus Christ; Cole had commissioned up-and-coming illustrator John Callcott Horsley to depict a family enjoying a traditional dinner and drinks. The card was a commercial flop, but, by the 1870s, with decreasing postage costs, Christmas cards began to gain popularity among the lower middle classes - and have been circulated ever since. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly explain why robins, of all birds, became a favourite feature on mass-produced cards; discover Horsley's campaign against nudes in art; and lament the Victorian card themes that have sadly not endured into the Hallmark era; dogs, cats, rabbits, and clowns… Further Reading: ‘The History of the Christmas Card' (Smithsonian Magazine, 2015): https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/history-christmas-card-180957487/ ‘The first Christmas card' (V&A Museum): https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/the-first-christmas-card ‘World's First Christmas Card | How did the tradition of sending Christmas cards start?' (Postal Museum, 2020): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDml2EBWTho This episode first premiered in 2023, for members of

(Luke  2:16) Christmas family portraits are a tradition in many homes. The first Christmas family portrait is seen on the pages of Scripture. Take a fresh look at the Son of God and the parents that were chosen for Him. (08301241216)  Make a tax deductible year-end gift to Enjoying the Journey at https://enjoyingthejourney.org/donations/ Access our full archive of Bible study resource at https://enjoyingthejourney.org/

Some Christmas movies that will keep your children from getting underfoot while you get the gifts wrapped! G-rated options: The Polar Express Klaus Arthur Christmas Elf Home Alone Santa Clause Honourable (grown up) mentions: Christmas Chronicles Bad Santa The Holiday Nativity movies: The Nativity Story (2006) Chasing The Star (2017) VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy (2011) The Star (2017) Journey to Bethlehem (a musical) (2023) The First Christmas (1998) Purchase Tis the Season to be Cranky or How to Unspoil your Kids this Christmas Find us on Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to the Happy Families newsletter Leave a voice memo here or email your questions/comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of Disneyland's first Christmas in 1955. Link to Disneyland's First Christmas video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLt3XdZ_LTs Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

It's your little one's first Christmas! Whether they are three months old, six or even approaching one year we are chatting about great gift ideas for them to make their first Christmas special! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(Genesis 3:15) Today we continue our study of the first promise of the Messiah. For centuries the Jewish people waited for the coming of the "seed of the woman." He has come! And His name is Jesus. (08296241210) Make a tax deductible year-end gift to Enjoying the Journey at https://enjoyingthejourney.org/donations/ Access our full archive of Bible study resource at https://enjoyingthejourney.org/

Nanny Piggins tells the story of how the first Christmas cracker was invented back in the time of Saturnalia, the Winter Festival celebrated in Europe in the time before Christmas. Here's a link for Spotify...https://open.spotify.com/episode/3TR9IjZPuvmXYii5dSGjBF?si=9ce83e39a3b84983And here it is on Apple Audiobooks...https://books.apple.com/au/audiobook/nanny-piggins-and-the-pursuit-of-justice-6/id1776870940 If you enjoyed the podcast please like, review and/or subscribe!Support the showFor merchandise use this link... https://www.cafepress.com.au/shop/rasprattFor information about live shows use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/To buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2

BEFORE THE FIRST CHRISTMAS- Homily for the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary by Fr Jim Chern

(Genesis 3:15) This simple verse on the first pages of the Old Testament provides the first promise of a Messiah. God always foretells what He fulfills. The divine promise given in the Garden of Eden was fulfilled in the person of Jesus Christ! (08295241209)  Make a tax deductible year-end gift to Enjoying the Journey at https://enjoyingthejourney.org/donations/ Access our full archive of Bible study resource at https://enjoyingthejourney.org/

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: The First Christmas Carol Subtitle: Spurgeon's Sermon Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 12/9/2024 Bible: Luke 2:14 Length: 27 min.

In this episode, Mac Barnett and Sydney Smith take us behind the scenes of their picture book SANTA'S FIRST CHRISTMAS.

The royal family will continue their long-standing tradition of gathering at Sandringham Estate, the late Queen Elizabeth II's country home in Norfolk, England, for the Yuletide festivities. Retired NFL star Jason Kelce  is revealing why he declined a generous offer from none other than Taylor Swift. Liam Payne allegedly ordered nine bottles of whisky and 13 grams of cocaine during a tumultuous night and morning at the CasaSur Palermo HotelDonny Meacham joins Rob! Don't forget to vote in today's poll on Twitter at @naughtynicerob or in our Facebook group.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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