Podcasts about twelve days of christmas

Today’s Topics: 1, 2) Rebecca Evan on The Twelve Days of Christmas. Snopes says the story is not true, but they are woke liberals 3, 4) Cardinal Gregory and the “Dominant” Rite https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/cardinal-gregory-and-dominant-rite/

On this episode of Catholic Women Now, Julie Nelson and Chris McGruder dive into the beautiful and often-misunderstood tradition of the Twelve Days of Christmas—the joyful season that begins on Christmas Day and continues through the Feast of the Epiphany.The hosts reflect on faith lived out in everyday life, including encouragement, goodness, and visible Christian witness, before walking listeners through each of the twelve days. They explain the biblical and catechetical symbolism behind the classic Christmas song, rooted in Catholic teaching during times of persecution, and connect each day to Church feast days, saints, and key elements of the faith.Drawing from family traditions shared by Sue Smith, they offer creative and practical ways to celebrate each day—whether with young children, teens, or adult families—through food, prayer, service, music, and fun. This episode is a perfect reminder that Christmas is not just one day, but a season meant to be savored, celebrated, and passed on.Julie NelsonChris McGruderThe Catholic origins of the Twelve Days of ChristmasBiblical and catechetical symbolism behind each dayFeast days and saints within the Christmas OctavePractical family traditions for celebrating Christmas wellEncouragement, goodness, and living faith publiclySlowing down to receive Christ during the Christmas season #CatholicWomenNow #TwelveDaysOfChristmas #CatholicTraditions#CatholicFamily #ChristmasOctave #Epiphany#FaithAtHome #LiturgicalYear #CatholicRadio  Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManusBe Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian MoncadaCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonMaking It Personal with Bishop William JoensenMan Up! with Joe StopulusThe Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo BonnerThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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On the first day of my podcast my true love gave to me... Jan Brett! Yes, we're in the thick of the holiday season now, and what better way to kick off our holiday picture booking than with, not simply a Christmas classic song/book, but a classic picture book creator as well! Brett last appeared on our podcast in an episode on The Mitten. Since then she's been strangely AWOL from our discussions. All that changes today, as we talk about why anyone would put a wig on a bird, what a "milk parties" might consist of, whether a "lord" needs to capitalize their title, and so much more. For the full Show Notes, please read on here: https://afuse8production.slj.com/2025/12/15/fuse-8-n-kate-the-twelve-days-of-christmas-by-jan-brett/

The Daily Quiz - General Knowledge Today's Questions: Question 1: What is the total number of days in March, April, and May combined? Question 2: Which word is defined as 'a small shoot growing from the root of a plant'? Question 3: What word is used in the NATO Phonetic Alphabet for the letter P? Question 4: What is the value of the letter Q in Scrabble? Question 5: Which word is defined as 'having a good sense of smell'? Question 6: What is the sound made by a horse when it 'whinnies'? Question 7: What is the world's largest library, with over 115 million volumes on 532 miles of bookshelves? Question 8: In the song "The Twelve Days Of Christmas", what did my true love give to me on the 12th day? This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know it. We've all sung it. Perhaps we've even answered a quiz question about it*. The Twelve Days of Christmas has become as quintessentially festive as a figgy pudding, or the bad joke in your Christmas cracker. But why exactly is your 'true love' gifting all these birds? And importantly, how are they faring nowadays? Prof Andy Gosler (from the Edward Grey Institute in the Department of Biology, and Institute of Human Sciences in the School of Anthropology) is the only professor of 'ethno-ornithology' in the world, specialising in the study of the relationships between birds and people. So, who better to be our guest on this festive edition of the Big Questions Podcast, where we take a deep dive into one of our favourite Christmas carols?  (*There are 364 presents in total, by the way!)

Did you know the Tudors didn't end Christmas on 25th December… they started it? I'm historian and author Claire Ridgway, and in today's episode of my Tudor Christmas Advent series, we're walking through the true Twelve Days of Christmas,  a world of church services, feasts, fasting, wine, charity, misrule, and community traditions that modern Christmas barely resembles. In this video, you'll learn: Why Christmas Day was all about worship — not feasting Why no work (not even spinning!) was allowed throughout the 12 days How St Stephen's Day involved charity… AND horse-bleeding and hunting Why 27 December was the Tudor excuse for endless wine Why Childermas was the most solemn, and sometimes unsettling, day Why New Year's Day gift-giving was the most political moment of the season How Twelfth Night was celebrated Why the fun abruptly ended with Plough Monday and St Distaff's Day This is the Christmas season the Tudors actually lived — rich, ritual-filled, joyful, sometimes strange, and endlessly fascinating. If you're enjoying my Tudor Advent series, please like, subscribe, and ring the bell, there's more Tudor Christmas magic every day until 24 December! #TudorChristmas #12DaysOfChristmas #TudorHistory #ChristmasTraditions #ClaireRidgway #HistoryYouTube #MedievalChristmas #TwelfthNight #StStephensDay #Childermas #PloughMonday

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"On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Twelve Drummers Drumming ..." sounding out the cadence of what we believe in our lives, the Twelve Points of Doctrine in the Apostle's Creed: 1. I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. 2. I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord. 3. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. 4. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. 5. On the third day He rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. 6. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. 7. I believe in the Holy Spirit, 8. The holy catholic Church, 9. The communion of saints, 10. The forgiveness of sins, 11. The resurrection of the body, 12. And life everlasting. The post The Twelfth Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, with drummers, Danish kettles, Much Ado About tabors and even some biblical gifts. Season's greetings to you - and thank you for tuning in!

“On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Eleven Pipers Piping ..." symbolizing the eleven faithful apostles: Simon Peter, Andrew, James, John, Phillip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot and Judas son of James. The list does not include Judas Iscariot, the twelfth disciple who betrayed Jesus. Prayer: Heavenly Father, Your Son Jesus called the twelve to His side, called them to leave their homes and families, just as Jesus left his to teach us to live worthily. As we are called this holy season to help the poor and needy, the weak, the inflicted and the abandoned help us to walk perseveringly in the difficult and sometimes painful paths of service to others.  Amen.  The post The Eleventh Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, with pipers, recorders, organs and a little Irish mystery. Season's greetings to you!

On the tenth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: Ten Lords A Leaping ..." the lords or rulers of our lives establish the law. The lords stand for the Ten Commandments given to Moses on Mt. Sinai, which are holy and good, by which we should live and by which we are all judged. (Gal 3:10-28) Prayer: Heavenly Father we strive to live by your commandments, help us oh Lord. We pray for those who have been called to rule, give them good judgment, discernment, and humbleness. Lord, help us to honor those who have been called to lead and pray for them and their families. Amen. The post The Tenth Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, with ten lords-a-leaping, sonnets, spinets and calendars. Season's greetings to you!

“On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Nine Ladies Dancing ..." who were the least of the servants in a home. They symbolize Christ's love for the least of us, and His faithfulness to those who don't deserve it. The eight maids stand for the Beatitudes or blessings listed in Matthew.  Prayer: Jesus, thank you for standing by us when we least deserve it…we remember today that blessed are the poor in spirit, blessed are those who mourn, blessed are the meek, blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, blessed are the merciful, blessed are the pure in heart, blessed are the peacemakers, blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake….let us open our lives to Your blessings! Amen. The post The Ninth Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, via nine Shakespearean ladies and - hurrah - nine Shakespearean dances. Season's greetings to you!

“On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Eight Maids a Milking ..." who were the least of the servants in a home. They symbolize Christ's love for the least of us, and His faithfulness to those who don't deserve it. The eight maids stand for the Beatitudes or blessings listed in Matthew.  Prayer: Jesus, thank you for standing by us when we least deserve it…we remember today that blessed are the poor in spirit, blessed are those who mourn, blessed are the meek, blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, blessed are the merciful, blessed are the pure in heart, blessed are the peacemakers, blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake….let us open our lives to Your blessings! Amen. The post The Eighth Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, via maids and maidservants, Verdi and new-year gifts. Season's greetings to you!

“On the seventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: Seven Swans A Swimming ..." representing the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit: prophecy, ministry, teaching, exhortation, giving, leading, and compassion or the seven sacraments: baptism, confirmation, penance, Eucharist, marriage, anointing of the sick, and holy orders. This is a day of new beginning, seven is the number of finality and we finish the old year and begin anew this day. Prayer: Lord, examine our hearts today, let us come to You as anew, pure as the snow of the season. Show us our conscience, help us take Your words to heart, and make a new beginning. Lord, let this season of birth be a new birth in me. Amen  The post The Seventh Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, via swans, music, Coole Park and Ben Jonson. Season's greetings to you!

“On the sixth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: Six Geese A Laying ..." symbolizing the six days of the creation. Eggs are also a  universal symbol of new life. Prayer: Heavenly Father, we are reminded this day that there is holiness in the ordinary. There is holiness in the birth of a new child, in the creation of life, and in the ordinary task of raising those children. We are blessed to all be Your children, brothers, and sisters in Christ. Help us to bear our unique responsibility to bring forth into the world the gifts we have received. Lord, let us see the holiness every day in the face of children. Amen. The post The Sixth Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, via geese, grease, barnacles and poetry. Season's greetings to you!

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray  You’ve all heard the song, but have you ever wondered what actually are the Twelve Days of Christmas? Along the same vein, how late do you keep your Christmas decorations up? The hosts finish Inside Sources discussing post-Christmas traditions. 

“On the fifth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: Five Golden Rings ..." pointing to the first five books of the Old Testament, also known as the Torah or the Pentateuch: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy. This is the history of humanity's fall from grace and God's response to make those people a light unto the world. Prayer: Heavenly Father, guide us through the wilderness of our lives, let us live as light unto the Earth by Your light radiating through us. As we light candles in our homes and trim them with lights, let us be mindful that salvation and reconciliation come through your Son, the living light Jesus Christ. Amen. The post The Fifth Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, via pheasants, Magi, French Kings and murder. Season's greetings to you!

“On the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: Four Calling Birds ..."symbolizing the four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John which proclaim the good news of God's reconciliation of the world to Himself through Jesus Christ. Prayer: Lord Jesus, today we give thanks for the good news! We are blessed to have heard it in our lives and are called to share the news with others. Help us share the news with just one today, Lord. Bless those whose lives are dedicated to the proclamation of the news…the ministers, priests, missionaries, teachers, evangelists and saints of the Church. This holiday help us to foster Your kingdom on Earth! Amen. The post The Fourth Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, via Hamlet, Herod, Coventry and Glendalough. Season's greetings to you!

“On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me: Three French Hens ..." symbolic of the gifts of the Magi: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. These gifts symbolize the three theological values of faith, hope, and charity or sacrificial love and foretells of the Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Prayer: Father, we give thanks for family and the sacrificial love that is the glue that holds families together. We give thanks regardless of the situation and know You will bless us in our rejoicing. Jesus, we give thanks for Your exquisite, exemplary life and the model that it provides for our family and all others. We pray we can share faith, hope, and love this holiday season. Holy Spirit, we thank You for your presence in our life at all times. Amen.  The post The Third Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, via history, anonymous interludes and the Boar's Head Tavern. Seasons greetings to you!

His forgiveness is truly the only gift that keeps on giving!

“On the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me: Two Turtle Doves ..." which represent the Old and New Testaments, which bear witness to God's relationship with all mankind. God's relationship is begun in the New Testament in His covenant with Abraham and his Descendants and is fulfilled in the New Testament by the new covenant of Christ's life, death, and resurrection. Prayer: Heavenly Father, who came to earth through Your Son Jesus Christ we thank You for the gift of your Son, Your new covenant that we may have an intimate relationship with You, and the gift of Your Word. As we exchange gifts, Father, let us recognize and bear witness to the fact that You have given the greatest gifts of all. Amen. The post The Second Day of Christmas – A Prayerful Meditation on the Twelve Days of Christmas – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Today's Topics: 1, 2) Rebecca Evan on The Twelve Days of Christmas. Snopes says the story is not true, but they are woke liberals 3, 4) Cardinal Gregory and the "Dominant" Rite https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/cardinal-gregory-and-dominant-rite/

A little seasonal treat! A romp through the strangest of Christmas gift-guides, via comedy, history, metamorphosis and myth. Seasons greetings to you!

This week's free story comes from the Martin & Sylvia's Twelve Days of Christmas collection. It's called "Day One: The Christmas Drum."   This story is Day One: The Christmas Drum It's Christmas morning. All of the presents have been opened. "Is all of the fun over?" the children wonder. Then they notice something in golden wrapping paper hiding behind the tree. It is a record album called Twelve Tales of Tullyport Christmas; an album from Daddy's childhood. When their neighbors, the Browns, join them for Christmas breakfast, Daddy pulls out his old record player, and they listen to the first story together. All are delighted in the possibilities of a new Christmas tradition.   From "Twelve Tales of a Tullyport Christmas: The Christmas Drum". In the story, Francis Tully and his family leave Ballyclare, Northern Ireland and arrive in colonial Maine in 1760 to see rocky shores, white pines and great possibility. They bring some clothes, some tools and an Irish frame drum that Francis insists will bring others together to live, work and celebrate together. This story honors the community impulse that is central to Christmastide.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds and hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to www.sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker talk about the purpose and history of IEW’s Twelve Days of Christmas Giving. Listen and learn how to win a gift certificate by sharing with your friends. They also give a hint about the gifts IEW is sharing. Join us! Referenced Materials Twelve Days of Christmas Giving Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare Transcript of Podcast Episode 457 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.comPerhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com

Merry Christmas!Listen as Lead Pastor Kris McDaniel shares about the season of Christmas.Learn more at atltrinity.org.

DateDecember 24, 2024SynopsisIn this sermon, we explore how God disrupts and rewrites our expected endings through the lens of a surprising Christmas carol and a fresh look at the nativity story. By examining how the traditional interpretation of "no room at the inn" might actually be a story of radical hospitality, we discover a God who consistently shows up in unexpected places and subverts our assumptions about how things "must" end. This message of divine disruption reminds us that our seemingly fixed endings are never truly final in God's economy of grace and possibility.ReferencesScripture: [Luke 2:1–20](URL here) About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

A Christmas song about the Twelve days of Christmas.

You WON'T believe what the 12 Days of Christmas is REALLY about!

Many of us know the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas." While it's a catchy tune, it also has a deeper meaning. In this episode, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine delve into the song's origins, accompanied by a coloring book created by two of our parishioners. If you would like to obtain a copy of the coloring book, please contact Sister Catherine at sistercatherine.tor@gmail.com. Links to the episodes mentioned in this podcast: The Christmas Carol: A Catholic Perspective https://youtu.be/7IBxeJuPKq0 The Angels & US https://youtu.be/Pf4HfeeW1Oc

It's the Numberblocks' version of the festive favourite!

Daniel Sinclair is the interpretation supervisor at Fundy National Park.

Eppy 126: The Twelve Days of ChristmasFor unto us a child is born, Unto us a son is given;And the government shall be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.       Isaiah 9:6-7 Friends, you have to know by now that Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year for the OK Boomers! This is an extra long eppy filled with many specially curated gifts of the season for you. Laura leads the Christmas Parade of Amazing Delights with her "new for 2024 gift ideas".You'll also appreciate her easy and stress-free ways to enjoy the month of December. And you can almost taste Laura's Holiday Dessert recommendations.Jean shares 12 gifts from her heart to Laura. Love you Sibbleberry! Merry Christmas! And there's a Grande Finale! The Best Christmas Carol Quiz Ever!!Join us in celebrating the season of joy and the birth of our Savior!!  We would love to hear from you on Instagram, X, and Facebook @OK_BoomerPod. Find out more at OKBoomerPod.com or any podcast app and YouTube. Check out SpeakUpTalkRadio.com- the perfect site for authors and podcasters!

Turns out the Twelve Days Of Christmas are pretty expensive! Join Intern John, Shelby Sos, and Rose as we find out why and more!Make sure to also keep up to date with ALL of our podcasts we do below that have new episodes every week: The Thought Shower Let's Get Weird Crisis on Infinite Podcasts 

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 12-03-24 (7:05am) Brian Westbrook from Coalition Life talks about what's next in Missouri to protect life post-Amendment 3. “Legislators and Concerned Citizens will deliver public briefings on the Amendment 3 Court Case at Simultaneous Press Conferences to Be Held at Five MissouriPlanned Parenthood Locations.  These press conferences will begin at 10am in front of each of the five Planned Parenthood locations in St Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, Columbia, and Rolla on Tuesday, December 3. Legislators and citizens will deliver an urgent message about the upcoming court case to be defended by Attorney General Andrew Bailey in Kansas City, MO, on Wednesday, December 4, to underscore the importance of women's health and safety. Coalition Life President Brian Westbrook will speak at St. Louis Planned Parenthood, 4251 Forest Park Ave, St. Louis. Prayer vigil at the same time and place, 10 am and at the same Planned Parenthoods, on Thursday, Dec 5." More info here: https://coalitionlife.com/     (7:20am) We discuss the St. Louis County Library's Grant's View Branch on Musick Rd. hosting RuPaul's Drag Race Trivia on Dec. 5. It's another example of why many folks are questioning the value of public libraries.   https://www.slcl.org/events/rupauls-drag-race-trivia?fbclid=IwY2xjawG7seVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHeuwSwVDTlT6xsvXpvaErSr7LJnzfZzuimARgjM83xCQEXwGLQcpD67s6w_aem_GCVDzOa49GE0CJdr0k5OtA     (7:35am) Missouri Rep. Justin Sparks talks about the upcoming Legislative Session and his run for Speaker of the House. (https://www.sparksformissouri.com/) (https://house.mo.gov/MemberDetails.aspx?district=110&year=2024) (@sparksformissouri) (@JustinMSparks) (https://house.mo.gov/MemberDetails.aspx?district=110&year=2024)     (7:50am) We discuss whether it's still too early for Christmas music. Mike says BAH, HUMBUG! Yes, it's early. But with a late Thanksgiving, Gabe and Stel say crank up the tunes!  And we look at how much it would cost to purchase all the stuff in The Twelve Days Of Christmas! It ain't cheap...just over $200,000!   NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephanie Rousselle welcomes Lanier Ivester, who embraces life's imperfections to illuminate the beauty of Advent and Christmas. Lanier's book, "Glad and Golden Hours," invites us to cultivate joy amid sorrow and approach the holiday season with authenticity and grace. By intertwining sensory and spiritual experiences—much like savoring genuine Madagascar Bourbon vanilla—Lanier's book encourages readers to experience God's goodness through all senses, a practice embedded in her Advent essays. Advent is a powerful reminder of three "advents": the historical arrival of Christ, His anticipated future return, and His everyday presence in believers' lives. It's like a delicious cake baking, where the scent alone offers a taste of the joy to come. Advent thus becomes a time not just for reflection, but for anticipating the sweetness of God's promises, even amidst trials. Lanier introduces the concept of "otium sanctum," or holy leisure, contrasting sharply with the hustle of the typical American lifestyle. By starting the season from a place of acceptance and prioritizing peace, this practice encourages a restful approach to Christmas, embracing a peaceful, sufficient state of existence amidst the chaos. Through her writing and stories, Lanier has struck a chord with readers from varying backgrounds, resonating deeply with those who've had mixed experiences with Christmas traditions. She encourages readers to adopt meaningful traditions, finding joy and purpose despite previous disappointments, fostering a richer connection to the season. Grief is the 'great equalizer.' Whether rooted in sudden loss or extended heartache, grief opens a space for deeper intimacy with God. Lanier has navigated personal tragedies, from infertility to family losses, through a truth-centered approach that acknowledges both sorrow and joy, creating an authentic reflection of the Advent season. Lanier learned invaluable lessons about imperfection, and how God meets us in our grief, with the hope of reuniting with loved ones bringing comfort. Lanier's mother, a beacon of easygoing hospitality, taught her the essence of prioritizing people over perfection—a theme woven into her approach to Christmas. In this episode, you will experience… Living Advent: Lanier dives into Advent as not just a season, but an experience—a time to embrace the historical, present, and future presence of Christ, much like the irresistible scent of a cake baking in the oven. Holy Leisure: Ever heard of "otium sanctum"? It's all about finding a peaceful, restful state during the bustling Christmas season. Lanier shares tips on how to set priorities and create a calm oasis amidst the chaos. Joy amidst Grief: Lanier opens up about how grief, from infertility to family losses, has deepened her intimacy with God. She brings light to finding beauty and sufficiency in Christ, even in the darkest times. Embracing Imperfections: Perfectionists, rejoice! Lanier recounts tales of holiday mishaps, including a high school Christmas craft disaster, and how they taught her the true spirit of hospitality. Tradition and Memory: Dive into how Lanier finds solace in memory and tradition, exemplified by her mother's dining room table—a symbol of love and the Lord's hospitality. 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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Andrew Pudewa and Julie Walker talk about the purpose and history of IEW's Twelve Days of Christmas Giving. They also give a hint about the gifts IEW is sharing. Join us! Referenced Materials Twelve Days of Christmas Giving Transcript of Podcast Episode 404 If you have questions for Andrew, send them to podcast@IEW.com Perhaps your question will be answered at the next Ask Andrew Anything (AAA). If you have questions about IEW products or classes, contact customer service at 800.856.5815 or info@IEW.com

These days, the Christmas season is the period between Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Way back when, it was the period beginning on Christmas Day, and included 12 days of merrymaking and mischief. The Twelve Days of Christmas aren't really part of our modern Christmas celebration — except for the song lyrics and the odd reference here and there.  What are the twelve days of Christmas? And what happened to them? Are we missing out on anything by forgetting them? Well, if feasting, cross dressing, upending social hierarchy, and having a raucous good time sound at all interesting to you, then...yes. Yes we are! Mentioned in this Episode Why We Kiss Under the Mistletoe: Christmas Traditions Explained, by Michael Foley Music in this Episode "Twelve Days of Christmas" — Inner Splendor, via Feels Like Christmas "Miracles" — Tom Parkin, via Mega Monkey Music "Contemplation" — Maarten Schellekens, via Free Music Archive "Careless Morning" — Blue Dot Sessions, via Free Music Archive "Always With Me, Always With You" — Daddy S Music, via Pixabay