Episode Synopsis "Now the Work of Christmas Begins"

Second Sunday after Christmas, recorded Sun., January 5, 2025. Based on Matthew 2:1-12. Professor Harland Goetzinger. Website: crownoflifehubertus.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crownoflifehubertus/ Written transcriptions: https://johnoldstrey.wordpress.com/

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