The Christmas Chronicles

Have you ever wondered how Santa Claus is able to do all he does? How he travels the world in one night? Or how he manages to deliver presents to every kid in the world? These questions are asked by children all over the world, and there have been many explanations given to try and make sense of the magic of Santa Claus. Playwright Tim Slover was asked the same questions by his own kids. In trying to find the perfect response, Tim created "The Christmas Chronicles", an 8 episode podcast that tells the story of how Santa Claus is able to do everything he does at Christmas time. We are excited to share the first episode of that series with you today on The Apple Seed.

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How I Let the Youth Lead

‏Justin Sorensen was recently released as bishop of his ward in Indiana and is now serving as stake Young Men camp director and youth Sunday School teacher. He has previously served as ward executive secretary, Young Men president, elders quorum president, and counselor in a bishopric. Justin grew up in Northern Indiana, served a mission in South Korea, and graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor of science in Industrial Engineering. He has been an insurance agency owner for the last 14 years, married to Angela for 23 years, and they are the parents of five children. Highlights

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Christmas: Part 1

Are there parallels between Jesus’s birth in a cave, resting in a stone manger, his burial in a tomb, and his resting place on a stone? Dr. Jeffrey Chadwick explores the possibilities of  census, housing, and manger traditions in the ancient Levant.

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Seek Jesus

As you focus on the Savior and see to be one of his disciples, your efforts to Hear Him need to be more intentional than ever before! So how can you fill your daily life with His Words, teachings, and Truths? You’ll be strengthened by John Hilton III’s inspiring message as he shows four simple ways you can Seek the Savior and feel more connected to Him each and every day.

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