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Dec 2019
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St Nicholas – the origin of Santa Claus

SONGS OF HOPE
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Listen again to the story of St Nicholas, the man who started the tradition of giving at Christmas. The Dutch version of his name became “Santa Claus”. Songs of Hope broadcast on 8Dec19. Press play to listen or download.

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