NCC Unplugged: The Christmas Episode (S.1 Ep.2)

In this episode of NCC Unplugged, the staff at Norwin Christian Church discuss their Christmas traditions and the role of Santa Claus in their families. They share personal stories and insights into how they approach the topic of Santa with their children. The conversation also touches on the significance of Advent and the importance of keeping Christ at the center of Christmas. The staff members emphasize the need to be intentional in creating meaningful traditions that point to Jesus. The episode concludes with an invitation to join Norwin Christian Church for their Christmas Eve services.

Takeaways:

• Create intentional traditions that point to Jesus and keep Him at the center of Christmas.
• Approach the topic of Santa Claus with sensitivity and consider the impact it may have on children's faith.
• Understand the significance of Advent and use it as a time to spiritually prepare for Christmas.
• Balance the secular aspects of Christmas, such as Santa Claus, with the true meaning of the holiday.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to NCC Unplugged
01:13 Christmas Traditions at NCC
02:10 Creating Traditions at Home
03:40 Understanding Advent
07:12 Personal Christmas Traditions
17:17 Discussion on Santa Claus
24:21 Balancing Santa and Christ
25:07 Approaching Santa with Young Children
31:09 Not Introducing Santa to Children
35:13 Approaching Santa at NCC
37:45 Invitation to Christmas Eve Services
38:09 Conclusion and Call to Action