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Dec 2015
8m 6s

The Birth of Christ and Christmas

Starglow Media / Wondery
About this episode
This week, we want to tell you the story about the origin of Christmas. This is a story from the Christian Faith, but it’s cultural impact on the world at large cannot be overstated. So, whether you’re religious or not, there are things to learn and enjoy in this classic story about the birth of a very important little baby. We hope you like it! 
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