The Ultimate Guide to Understanding the First Christmas
A Reason for Hope
Jack Garno and Dr. David Hajduk sit down and go into great detail about what happened the day that Jesus was born, what we believe as Catholics about Jesus’ birth, and how they celebrate Christmas now. - Support our Sponsors - Magnificat - Prepare your heart to welcome the Prince of Peace this Advent season with the Magnificat Advent Companion. Scapulars.com - Divine protection in life and in death with the most durable, comfortable scapulars ever made. ✨✨Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe to Our Podcast! @r4hpodcast - Connect with us! - Facebook: @arrayofhopeministries Instagram: @arrayofhopeministries X: @aohministries TikTok: @arrayofhopeministries LinkedIn: @arrayofhopeministries YouTube: @ArrayofHopeMinistries Website : https://arrayofhope.org/podcast #Christmas #catholic #FirstChristmas ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 00:00 Introduction 03:28 What is wrong with the "Soap Opera" version of Mary? 07:27 Joseph knew Mary was a consecrated virgin 10:23 Why did Joseph want to "Put Her Away Quietly"? 11:26 The Angel Gabriel implies Joseph wasn't jealous 12:53 What did Betrothal mean? 14:57 Why Joseph's role was necessary 17:02 Magnificat 17:41 Scapulars.com 18:32 Why do we celebrate Christmas on December 25th? 21:41 Historical Timeline leading up to Jesus' Birth 26:58 How did the early Christians celebrate Christmas? 31:29 Is Santa Claus really real? 32:08 What did "No Room At The Inn" really mean? 38:09 Animals at the Nativity Scene 41:28 Shepards and Wise Men 45:10 Angels 49:20 The Miraculous Birth 56:06 Why people have a hard time believing it 64:04 How does Dr. Dave's family celebrate Christmas? 68.23 Closing Remarks