The Twelve Days of Christmas
By Curtis Almquist, SSJE
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Podcast Description
The Twelve Days of Christmas follow from December 25 until January 6, the Feast of the Epiphany, the traditional date when the Magi arrived to present gifts to infant Jesus. For many, the meaning of these days is lost. By Christmas night we are saturated with the holiday hype, overfed by music and food, and may already be disappointed that the presents received are not enough. The book is not a bah humbug about Christmas customs and presents. This is simply an invitation to go deeper than the tinsel and wrappings, beyond the presents given and received, to the source of all the good gifts in life. Listners are invited to unwrap gifts that will last, praying the twelve days of Christmas.
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Introduction | The Twelve Days of Christmas follow from December 25 until January 6, the Feast of the Epiphany, the traditional date when the Magi arrived to present gifts to infant Jesus. For many, the meaning of these days is lost. By Christmas night we are saturated with the holiday hype, overfed by music and food, and may already be disappointed that the presents received are not enough. The book is not a bah humbug about Christmas customs and presents. This is simply an invitation to go deeper than the tinsel and wrappings, beyond the presents given and received, to the source of all the good gifts in life. Listners are invited to unwrap gifts that will last, praying the twelve days of Christmas. | 1/7/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The First Day of Christmas | The Gift of Love | 1/6/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Second Day of Christmas | The Gift of Revelation | 1/5/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Third Day of Christmas | The gift of Forgiveness | 1/4/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Fourth Day of Christmas | The Gift of Joy | 1/3/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Fifth Day of Christmas | The Gift of Hope | 1/2/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Sixth Day of Christmas | The Gift of Redemption | 1/1/07 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Seventh Day of Christmas | The Gift of a Name | 12/31/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Eighth Day of Christmas | The Gift of Humility | 12/30/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Ninth Day of Christmas | The Gift of Companionship | 12/29/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Tenth Day of Christmas | The Gift of Gratitude | 12/28/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Eleventh Day of Christmas | The Gift of Peace | 12/27/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Twelfth Day of Christmas | The Gift of Blessing | 12/26/06 | Free | View In iTunes |
| Total: 13 Episodes |
Customer Reviews
to counter the last review
Haven't had time to listen to this yet, but wanted to counter the 1-star review below, since the person is evidently confused about what they were listening to. I've listened to and read many of the SSJE monks' reflections elsewhere, and have their Christmas CD, so I'm sure my stars are warranted.
Thoughtful & Centering
This series is refreshing, making me want to set everything aside and sit quietly with my eyes closed and listen, giving myself over to reflection, much as I would at church. Not to be confused with Christmas music - it's basically hour long sermons. Not everyone's cup of tea, but for the right audience, it's a welcome retreat from the commercialism of Santa.
I am so grateful for this book and Br. Curtis!
This series is wonderful. Even hearing one chapter is enlightening, soothing, encouraging and educational. They are brief enough that it is easy to listen to them all, and as a whole, it is a very compelling and lovely way to think about Christmas and God's way in the world. I can't say enough. Also, the brief hymns between chapters are very beautiful. Evermore and evermore...
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