Podcasts about First Christmas

Scuba Steve and Morgan candidly talk about the holidays and the things they plan to do with their families. Morgan details the first holiday with her boyfriend and Scuba Steve is excited about going to Disney for Christmas. They talk about Morgan’s “excessive” Christmas decorations, and Scuba Steve’s holidays as a kid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can Christians maintain hope when evil seems so prevalent? Pastor Mike Fabarez reveals God’s ancient battle plan hidden in Genesis 3. We’ll see why spiritual blindness must be acknowledged before healing can begin—and how Christ’s finished work secures our ultimate victory.

‘Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth peace, good will among men.'”  That is what Christmas is all about.

AP correspondent Rica Ann Garcia reports on Pope Leo XIV's message during the Christmas Day Mass where he emphasized that the world's conflicts can only be silenced through dialogue.

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My mom is visiting for Christmas for the first time in nearly ten years, and we sat down to talk about everything we usually don't say out loud. We talk about how she experienced my separation and the restraining order from far away, what it was like watching her daughter go through something so public and painful, and how she coped at home while caring for her husband, who is living with dementia. This conversation is about motherhood, distance, grief, resilience, and love and what it means to keep going when life doesn't look anything like you imagined. I hope this episode makes you feel less alone. Find the D-Manose here: https://amzn.to/4pTJ2TV ---

Please follow us on: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠! In this episode, Kimberly and Tommaso wish everyone a Buon Natale and a Happy New Year. They share their past Christmas experiences in Italy, highlighting the unique ways Italians celebrate the holiday season. The episode reflects on how these traditions bring people together and how a few of their friends are currently experiencing Italy for Christmas. Key Points: Tomaso's Holiday Message and Shout-Out: Tomaso extends sympathy to Australian listeners for a recent tragedy. Tomaso also gives a shout-out to participants of the Sydney to Hobart sailing race on Boxing Day. Christmas Eve Traditions: Kimberly and Tommaso share their plans their Christmas Eve dinner with handmade fusilli, bresaola and fresh mozzarella. They pair their meal with a special pesto from Geneva and a bottle of wine by a roaring fire. Listener Reviews and Italian Phrases: Tomaso thanks two listeners, Traveling Zia and Miller Sherry, for their reviews on Apple Podcasts. Kimberly shares various ways to say “that's very nice” in Italian. Kimberly's First Christmas in Italy: Kimberly recounts her first Christmas in Italy driving from Milano to Sicilia in a 25-year-old Fiat Cinquecento. She describes how Italians decorate their cities with lights strung across buildings, fostering a sense of connection. She remembers seeing a huge Christmas tree made of hundreds of red poinsettias in Taormina. An Expat Christmas Dinner in Milano: Kimberly organized a Christmas dinner for expat friends and models stuck in Milano for the holidays. Each person made a dish from their home country, creating a diverse and humorous meal. A friendly Italian neighbor invited everyone to his Nonna's apartment for traditional panettone and pandoro. Christmas in Italy in 2024: Kimberly and Tommaso describe their trip through Italy in December 2024, visiting Rome, Montepulciano, Cortona, Arezzo, Modena, Bergamo, Castelrotto, and Treviso. They experienced outdoor festivals, concerts, flag throwers, and Christmas markets, emphasizing the community spirit. Tomaso notes the non-commercial aspect of Italian Christmas celebrations, focusing on regional specialties. Friends' Christmas Trip to Italy: Kimberly's friends from Boston are currently traveling in Venice and Rome for Christmas. They saw hundreds of gondoliers dressed as Santa Claus (Babbo Natale) on the Grand Canal. Murano chandeliers light up Piazza San Marco, a skating rink in Campo San Polo, and artisan craft demonstrations on Murano and Burano. Their friends will also experience Rome's sights, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and the new Metro station that has artifacts like a museum. A Look Ahead: Kimberly and Tommaso thank listeners for their patience with bi-weekly episodes. They promise to return to weekly episodes when they move to Italy, sharing their experiences of living there. They end the episode wishing everyone a New Year filled with love, peace, pasta, tiramisu, and Brunello!

The Song That Changes Everything | Christmas Eve MessageWhy do angels sing?In this Christmas Eve message from Luke 2, Ted Coniaris explores the surprising moments Scripture tells us the angels lift their voices — at creation, at the birth of Jesus, at the restoration of all things, and most personally, when one person turns back to God.Through the angelic announcement to the shepherds and Jesus' own words in Luke 15, this message reminds us that Christmas is not just about a moment in history, but about God's ongoing invitation to forgiveness, peace, and new life. Jesus came not to leave us in our brokenness, but to bring true peace — the kind that heals, restores, and makes us whole.This episode invites you to trust Jesus, return to Him, and discover that when you say yes, heaven rejoices and everything changes.

Abdallah Aljazzar, Masters student from Gaza studying Literature of Engagement at Maynooth University discusses his time in Ireland & life for his family at home in Gaza.

Elise Ann Allen, Senior Correspondent with Crux, the Independent Commentator on the Vatican and the Catholic Church, looks ahead to Pope Leo XIV's first Christmas as Pontiff.

AP's Nicole Winfield reports on what to expect for Pope Leo XIV's first Christmas at the Vatican.

Baby's first Christmas can come with a lot more weight than most people talk about.The pressure to make memories. The logistics. The overstimulation. The quiet grief when it doesn't look the way you imagined it would.In this episode, Chelsea and Mike talk honestly about what babies are actually learning during the holidays and why it has far less to do with gifts, photos, or traditions, and far more to do with tone, pace, and safety. We unpack how parental calm shapes a baby's nervous system, why “making it special” often turns into performance, and how couples can protect their energy (and each other) during high-pressure seasons.This isn't an episode about lowering your standards or forcing gratitude. It's a permission slip to let this Christmas be real, slower, and more human, and to trust that presence matters more than perfection.If this season is highlighting exhaustion, resentment, or the need for clearer communication between you and your partner, this is exactly the kind of work we support couples with.You can learn more or connect with us at postpartumtogether.com.

Not everyone is joyful this Christmas. Some are struggling with daily expenses and the cost of preparing a festive holiday feast. Others are heartbroken, like Rachelle Festin, a mother from Perth, who will face her first Christmas without her dad after he tragically passed away from a heart attack in mid-2025. - Hindi lahat ay nagsasaya ngayong Pasko. May ilan na nahihirapan sa pang-araw-araw na gastusin at sa paghahanda ng magarbong handa para sa Kapaskuhan. Ang iba naman ay durog ang puso, tulad ni Rachelle Festin, isang ina mula sa Perth, na haharap sa kanyang unang Pasko na wala ang kanyang ama matapos itong pumanaw dahil sa atake sa puso sa kalagitnaan ng 2025.

Riley Gaines and her husband Louie celebrate a Christmas that feels entirely different as they mark their first Christmas as a family of three. As the year comes to a close, Riley reflects on moments of significance and gratitude, including attending AmFest for the first time since Charlie Kirk's passing. From there, the conversation turns to welcoming their daughter Margot and experiencing every holiday “first” along the way. Riley shares how motherhood has reframed the season, from Margot's first belly laugh to the importance of slowing down and keeping Christ at the center of Christmas. Along the way, the two laugh through the realities of new parenthood, compare American and British Christmas traditions, and look ahead to the new year with intentional goals for faith, family, and life together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The pope's annual Christmas address to the Roman Curia was once a run-of-the-mill affair, but in 2005, the year he was elected pope, Benedict XVI used the speech to lay out his decisive vision for the implementation of the Second Vatican Council. Francis famously used the speech to decry the “diseases” of the Roman Curia. This week, Pope Leo XIV delivered his own first Christmas address to the Curia. On a special roundtable episode of “Inside the Vatican,” host Colleen Dulle and producers Ricardo da Silva, S.J., and Sebastian Gomes examine how Leo's speech continued his predecessors' priorities, and where it differed. “Inside the Vatican” will take a break for Christmas and return on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, barring any breaking news. Links from the show: Pope Leo in Christmas address to Vatican officials asks: ‘Is it possible to be friends in the Roman Curia?' Preach: The Catholic Homilies Podcast Hark! The stories of our favorite Christmas carols For Megaphone only: Support Inside the Vatican by subscribing to America Magazine! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nanny Piggins tells the children what really happened on the first Christmas, because it just so happens that one of her distant relatives was there at the time, in the stable in Bethlehem.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/rasprattTo buy one of my books use this link... https://amzn.to/3sE3Ki2 To buy me a coffee use this link... https://buymeacoffee.com/storiesraspratt To book a ticket to a live show use this link... https://raspratt.com/live-shows/

Satan’s power seems overwhelming in our world today. Pastor Mike Fabarez addresses this harsh reality with biblical truth. Through Genesis 3:15, we’ll examine why God promised ongoing hostility between evil and his people—and why that prediction should actually prepare rather than discourage us.

What was God, Jesus, Mary and Joseph thinking on the first Christmas Eve? 

Welcome to New England Legends From the Vault – FtV Episode 145 –   Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger head to the Roxbury section of Boston, Massachusetts, searching for the factory that produced America's first Christmas cards. Back in 1875, Louis Prang took a chance that Americans might want to send Christmas cards like they do in Europe. His risk paid off. Within a few years 5 million cards per year were leaving his Roxbury factory, and sending holiday cards became an institution. Jeff and Ray wish you the happiest of holidays! This episode first aired December 22, 2022   Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends 

Many of us are waiting — for answers, for peace, for God to move in our story.In this message from Luke 2:21–35, Chris Nichols reflects on the story of Simeon, a man who waited faithfully for what Scripture calls “the consolation of Israel.” Through Simeon's song, we're reminded that Jesus is not a temporary comfort, but true salvation and light — the fulfillment of God's promises.This episode invites listeners to trust that God's faithfulness will be worth the wait, and that in seeing Jesus, we discover the hope we've been longing for all along.

Where in scripture did God first announce the coming of Christ? Pastor Mike Fabarez takes us back to a mysterious verse in Genesis to unpack how this ancient promise contains the first published account of Christmas—long before any greeting card.

The name Immanuel—"God is with us"—isn't just a nice theological concept. It's the reality that Jesus refused to be God without us. Our sin separated us from God, but His love refused to leave us isolated. Jesus's arrival means you never have to face a single day, moment, or situation alone.

What does Christmas mean to you? Presents? Parties? Delicious food? Listen to this message to learn that these are all just man-made traditions that have built up around Christmas and have nothing to do with its true meaning. Learn about the miraculous birth of Jesus Christ, a member of the Godhead, who added humanity to His deity in order to be incarnated on earth. Hear the details of this to answer a number of questions how this happened and to increase your appreciation of our Savior more fully as your heart is filled with gratitude. Click to view the Kevin Costner movie The First Christmas. During this Bible class Dr. Dean mentioned The Messiah in the New Testament in the Light of Rabbinical Writings by Risto Santala.

December 21, 2025   —   This Morning David Stokes preached a sermon “God’s Final Preparations for the First Christmas” Luke 1: 5-20

Aliens First Christmas (1991) - Cinemas 2025

Welcome to a special Holiday Edition of Pop Goes the Couch, a limited series that looks at some of the greatest Christmas TV Specials in history.   In this edition, Steve Riddle is joined by Steve and Paula Bennett as they live-watch the 1988 special, "Our Very First Christmas Show" (Full House Season 2, Episode 9). Join the trio as they discuss what was on TV that same night, Christmas memories, Paula's Christmas list, holiday storms, Uncle Jesse or Uncle Joey, Stephanie's fear of Santa missing them, toupees, being stuck in baggage claim, Jesse's parents urging him to share his feelings to Becky, using everyday items to make Christmas decorations, Jesse bringing everyone together, and everything working out in the end.   So join Steve, Steve, and Paula as they brave the storm and discuss a forgotten Christmas TV Special, how rude!

Send me a Text Message!Revelation 12 does not describe a merry, little Christmas. Christmas is a holy war, a cosmic battle for the glory of God, with a vicious villian. Like Frodo and his fellowship against Sauron in the Lord of the Rings, or Iron Man against Thanos, even Little Red Riding Hood against the Big Bad Wolf. A cosmic battle agnst the hosts of darkness. We live in a culture that sees evil as a disease, a pyschological sickness, but the Bible describes evil as personal, malicious and dangerous.That first Christmas led to war in heaven. Christmas is a cosmic invasion in the epic battle between God and evil; between darkness and light. And guess who wins?

In this episode, the Agony Aunties respond to a deeply moving question from a widowed father facing his first Christmas after the death of his wife. Six months into grief, he is trying to support three adult children while barely holding himself together, worried he's failing them and watching one daughter take on too much responsibility as the family adjusts to an unfillable absence. With compassion and clarity, Sophie and Emily explore why trying to replace the person who has died can leave everyone exhausted, how grief reshapes family roles, and why acknowledging the presence of absence can be more healing than trying to make things “normal.” They offer gentle, practical guidance on talking openly about grief, supporting adult children who are grieving in different ways, approaching Christmas with flexibility, creating or changing rituals, and drawing in support rather than doing it all alone 0 reminding us that grief isn't something to solve, but something to be carried together. Resources: Grief Works App: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/grief-works-self-care-love/id1558867513 Cruse: https://www.cruse.org.uk/ Child Bereavement UK: https://www.childbereavementuk.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The story of Disney World's First Christmas in 1971.   Making Mary Poppins Dates: Burbank - Dec 18 - https://burbank.libnet.info/event/14864592 Walt's Barn - Dec 21 - https://www.instagram.com/p/DSGOw5Xkx5l/?img_index=2   Bandcamp subscriptions: dhipodcast.bandcamp.com

Season Finale for 2025!!Text Me To Perform In Your City! (602) 932-8118 Follow George! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgejanko Twitter: https://twitter.com/GeorgeJanko TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgejanko Follow Shawna! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnadellaricca/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnaDellaRiccaOfficial Business Inquiries Email: george@divisionmedia.coTimestamps:00:00:46 Welcome to Season 3 Finale00:02:07 Story: Scooter Accident and Cat Rescue00:04:24 Rescuing Two Lost Dogs00:07:04 Why This Episode is About Shawna00:08:10 Shawna's Early Life in France00:10:19 Competitive Figure Skating Career00:11:57 The Appendix Incident Story00:15:31 Sister's Appendicitis: Rare Family Phenomenon00:20:07 Marathon Runner Poop Story00:23:38 Reflections on Tour and Comedy00:24:46 First Christmas with Father00:25:31 Father's Struggles and Family Separation00:28:10 Journey to Forgiveness 00:29:54 Spiritual Awakening and Forgiving Father00:32:09 Faith Journey and Healing00:36:02 Marriage and Mutual Admiration00:39:31 Spiritual Growth Together00:42:40 Learning to Turn the Other Cheek00:45:36 How We've Changed Each Other00:47:02 Prosperity Gospel and Personal Values00:48:52 Appreciating Simplicity and God's Provision00:52:34 Shawna's Loud Personality00:54:42 Unique Communication Habits00:56:15 Fan Interactions on Tour00:58:46 Favorite Places We've Lived01:01:47 Marriage and Family Questions01:03:27 Pickpocketing Story in Paris01:06:13 Ice Skating and Ballet Background01:09:24 New Year and Spiritual Focus01:10:30 Facing Criticism and Following God01:11:59 Jordan Peterson Podcast Experience01:14:50 Watching Game of Thrones as Christians01:17:46 Season Wrap-Up and Future Plans

All other biblical prophecies descend from this one!

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Hello from the Classic Children's Story podcast.We bring you narrations of classic children's stories of all kinds to keep your young ones entertained, read by a professional voice actress.The themes range from animal stories to stories that teach, to classic favourites like Tom Thumb, Red Riding Hood and more.Today we've got an original Christmas story about a young bear, Tohdoh, who learns about the magic and meaning of Christmas! It's a very gentle, and heartwarming tale. Have a listen and see what happens.Music from Dreamland - Aakash Gandhi      So, cuddle up to your little ones, settle in, and enjoy.Visit us on Instagram at “sleepstories_fairytales_4kids ”.Visit us on BlueSky at - @sleepstories4kids.bsky.social you'd like to help support our work, & buy us a yummy coffee or a cuppa, please pop over to  ko-fi.com/sleepstoriesandfairytales4kids, we've got some thoughtful rewards for our supporters.   You'll also find a lot of cute things, videos and artwork. We also have a membership club, where the members will receive a shoutout, and have access to videos recorded exclusively for the members.    Visit us at,  ko-fi.com/sleepstoriesandfairytales4kids!     Want to hear more stories? Our Subscribers Club offers a selection of special stories recorded only for the members. You can tell which those are because you'll see a nice orange label with a crown next to those episode titles. Our Supporters Club via Spreaker: spreaker.com/podcast/classic-children-s-story-podcast--4219679/support If you'd like to watch some stories read by us on video, why not visit our new YouTube Channel – “Sleep Stories and Classic Fairy Tales For Kids” - dedicated to making videos that entertain & empower kids with stories, affirmations, tapping (EFT) etc. And, you'll also find stories, riddle quizzes, elearning videos, songs and more. They're all lovingly and enthusiastically read on-camera for kids – https://www.youtube.com/@SleepStoriesandFairyTales4U    AND, exciting news ... we now have a website of stories, riddles, positive affirmations for kids and more. It's here - www.sleepstoriesandfairytales4kids.com Be sure to pop by and read the new original stories!

Mother Miriam Live - December 16th, 2025 Mother reads an article titled Twelve Jewels of Advent Wisdom Mother speaks to a Catholic convert from Judaism about how the two intersect when it comes to the holidays. Mother responds to emails about Mary, habitual sin, cremation, and more.

Hanukkah massacre in Australia. Analysis: Rabbi Abraham Cooper. Israeli responses to Hollywood film Nuremburg. Composer Yaron Cherniak's Middle-Eastern score for Kevin Costner's The First Christmas. Beloved Advent hymn played in St. Anne's Church.

Hanukkah massacre in Australia. Analysis: Rabbi Abraham Cooper. Israeli responses to Hollywood film Nuremburg. Composer Yaron Cherniak's Middle-Eastern score for Kevin Costner's The First Christmas. Beloved Advent hymn played in St. Anne's Church.

Hanukkah massacre in Australia. Analysis: Rabbi Abraham Cooper. Israeli responses to Hollywood film Nuremburg. Composer Yaron Cherniak's Middle-Eastern score for Kevin Costner's The First Christmas. Beloved Advent hymn played in St. Anne's Church.

Mary's song in Luke 1 is often read as a gentle moment in the Christmas story, but it is anything but gentle.In this message, Ted Coniaris explores the Magnificat and shows how Mary's “yes” to God launched a Jesus Revolution — one that upends power, challenges the status quo, and redefines what it means to live faithfully. Far from a sentimental carol, Mary's words announce a Kingdom where the humble are lifted up, the hungry are filled, and God's promises are breaking into the world.This episode invites listeners to consider what it looks like to surrender control, stand with the humble, and sing with hope in the middle of a broken world — trusting that what God has promised, He will bring to completion.

→ Prayer CalendarBringing a baby home is one of life's most sacred transitions, and for young Christian mothers, it's a season that comes with both tender anticipation and anxious questions. From installing car seats to preparing your heart for sleepless nights, the arrival of a new child mirrors the beauty of Advent: the waiting, the wondering, and the miraculous arrival of life and hope.In this episode, we explore how to practically prepare for the birth of a baby while also preparing spiritually for the birth of Christ. With a blend of light-hearted stories, honest reflections, and deep biblical encouragement, we guide young mothers through everything from nesting and deep cleaning to pondering the promises of God, offering peace for your mind and rest for your soul in the middle of new beginnings.Episode Highlights[00:00] The First Christmas[10:00] Mary's Response[15:00] Advent Pillars[19:00] Practical ways to prepare your homePlease send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcast: themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com The Mind of a Child is an early child development podcast that exists to encourage and equip parents to raise their kids to love God and love others. If you're looking for Biblical principles, practical parenting solutions, and science-backed research, our discussions are specifically tailored for you. Our hosts are Leslie Dudley Corbell and Diane Doucet Matthews, who each have a combined 50+ years of experience in the early child parenting space.

Luke 1:46-55 helps us see what moved Mary to sing—and how what she saw can move us to sing this Christmas as well. Mary's song was not naïve optimism; it was the overflow of encountering the character of God. In her moment of fear, uncertainty, and costly obedience, she discovered the reality of God breaking into her life as she experienced these 3 truths: God's presence, God's power, and God's mercy. And if we, like Mary, learn to see God breaking into our lives in these 3 ways our hearts, too, will be moved to sing with deep and lasting joy.

The holidays are here, so Danielle, Will and Rider are drunk off Egg Nog and caroling at the door of their TGIF neighbors, “Full House.” It’s time to recap their Season 2 episode, appropriately named, “Our Very First Christmas Show”. Though Rider is still a Full House novice, he shares his honest reaction to every Michelle scene, but we get him back on track by shaking a cup of M&Ms. The trio dives into the lore of Elf on the Shelf and we explore John Stamos’s unorthodox journey to becoming a real life Beach Boy. Plus...the gang learns that “Christmas isn’t about presents, it’s a feeling” on a new, spirited episode of Pod Meets World! Follow @podmeetsworldshow on Instagram and TikTok!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Costner presents The First Christmas tonight on ABC. Chip and Joanna Gaines never stop with the content. The Roofman is now streaming on Paramount+. Tara Reid is still pleading her story. Golden Globe nominations are here! Was Wicked Snubbed? Nikki Glaser will be hosting again this year. Australia says that liking other women's posts on social media can be used as evidence in divorce proceedings. They have also officially banned kids under 16 from social media.

Hour 1: Fall Out Boy and Lily Allen are coming to town! Will Ferrell's costume from 'Elf' is more valuable than you might think. More valuable than Star Wars? No. Vinnie has beef with auctions like these. Still need ideas for Christmas activities? We've got you covered. Plus, 10 years ago this week takes a fun turn. Hour 2: Kevin Costner presents The First Christmas tonight on ABC. Chip and Joanna Gaines never stop with the content. 'The Roofman' is now streaming on Paramount+. Tara Reid is still pleading her story. Golden Globe nominations are here! Was Wicked Snubbed? Nikki Glaser will be hosting again this year. Australia says that liking other women's posts on social media can be used as evidence in divorce proceedings. They have also officially banned kids under 16 from social media. Hour 3: Can one movie make you Entertainer of the Year? Ask Leonardo DiCaprio. Joe Shasky is on the show to talk about the Diddy documentary. Jimmy Kimmel says he'll quit if Trump does. Your feel good story of the day: A positivity influencer raised $2 Million to help an 88-year old Michigan man retire. A Texas homeowner causes mayhem in his neighborhood over his Christmas decorations. Can you guess which pop-culture event sparked the highest single day of Domino's pizza deliveries? A doctor says the Home Alone robbers couldn't have survived those injuries… duh! Hour 4: The wind picked up, and Glen Powell dating rumors are swirling again. Mariah Carey is #1 again, and in just a week she will singularly hold the ultimate record. Nevertheless, her residency in Vegas isn't selling too well. Is Kelly Clarkson to blame? If you're not familiar with cozy - here's what you need to know. Email us your problems! Bad Advice is back this Friday. Badadvice973@gmail.com! If you think one Christmas tree isn't enough, you're not alone. When did that happen?