‘Tis the season to be jolly…but are you feeling exhausted and depleted? The holidays can wear us out with the shopping, parties, planning and traveling. In this engaging and enlightening episode of “The Seeking Wisdom Podcast”, we’re taking a moment to stop, and reflect on what this season is really all about.

Our guest, Father Matthew Gomez, Dean of the Propaedeutic Program at St. John Vianney College Seminary in Miami,  engages us with his wisdom on the history and meaning of Christmas. He’ll give us guidance on how to prepare our souls for Christmas and why it is so vital to do so. 

Joni and Fr. Matthew also talk about the popular cultural themes and characters of the season, and their relevance to the holiday. The conversation is enlightening, edifying, and yes, fun!

This episode will help you to shed the stress of the holiday season and enjoy it with the full knowledge of its meaning and significance in our lives. Merry Christmas!!! 

🧲 This Episode Is For

✔️Anyone who wants to learn about the meaning of Christmas ✔️Those needing a break from the craziness of the holiday season

✔️People interested in the historical aspect of the birth of Jesus Christ

✔️Those who want a better understanding of Advent and how to prepare for Christmas

✔️Anyone searching for greater meaning behind the Christmas holiday

✨ What You’ll Hear in This Conversation

• The story of the incarnation of God as Jesus Christ

• What Advent means and how to best prepare for Christmas 

• When the Christmas season actually begins 

• Cultural references of the holiday and how its interwoven with the religious aspect

• How Christmas can be a time of reflection and encounter with Jesus

• Significance of key characters such as the 3 Magi and the Shepherds 

• History of Nativity Scenes, Wreaths, Santa Claus, and Candy Canes

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