by Church @ 434 | Dec 21, 2025 | Christmas Shoppe
It is the Sunday before Christmas. Our Christmas Shoppe this morning is The Candy Shoppe. There’s something magical about a candy shop at Christmas. The colors. The smells. The joy. Candy doesn’t solve life’s problems—but it reminds us that life is meant to be sweet. Christmas is far more than ornaments and decorations, it is about how we express our own love for Jesus as we celebrate His birth. The characteristics of God’s love are like the ingredients found in the best of candy and so today, in our visit to The Candy Shoppe we find the true meaning of Christmas all over again.
by Church @ 434 | Dec 20, 2025 | Chatting Around the Christmas Tree
Every year at 434, we gather around the Christmas tree to hear the legends of holidays past. But no story is more legendary—or more awkward—than Richard Israel’s infamous Duluth underwear gift. From “next-level” comfort to “parachute-sized” surprises, find out why Richard’s wife wasn’t exactly thrilled with her Christmas present. It’s the thought that counts… right?
#ChristmasFail #GiftGiving #HusbandFail #HolidayHumor #UnderwearStory #ChurchFamily
by Church @ 434 | Dec 19, 2025 | Chatting Around the Christmas Tree
From German pickles to… underwear? The staff at The Church at 434 is sitting down for another round of “Chatting Around the Christmas Tree,” and things are getting a little weird! Today, we’re diving into our memory banks to uncover the strangest, most unusual, and flat-out tackiest Christmas decorations we’ve ever seen (or owned).
Stick around to hear about the voice-activated squirrel that nearly gave us a heart attack and the “unique” tree topper that Scott’s family will never forget.
What is the strangest Christmas decoration you’ve ever seen?
#ChristmasTraditions #ChristmasDecor #FunnyChristmas #HolidayLaughs #ChristmasPickle
by Church @ 434 | Dec 18, 2025 | Chatting Around the Christmas Tree
We all know the story of Christmas, but how do the traditions we love actually begin?
In this episode of “Chatting Around the Christmas Tree,” the Church @ 434 staff takes a lighthearted look at the “characters” of the season. We challenge ourselves to create a brand-new Christmas mascot from scratch. While the conversation leads us to some hilarious places—including a wrestling legend and a gift-giving primate—it reminds us that the joy of the season is often found in the memories and laughter we share with one another.
Watch as Jeff, Richard, Michael, Chris, LeeAnn, and Scott attempt to navigate the portal of creativity to find the next big holiday icon.
#ChristmasSpirit #FaithAndFun #HolidayTraditions #CreativeChristmas #CommunityLaughter
by Church @ 434 | Dec 17, 2025 | The Clash
We all know what we should do as parents, but what about the things we should absolutely avoid? Welcome back to The Clash, where Jeff Dixon and Chris Whaley have been displaced from their usual wrestling ring to a spot by the Christmas tree to deliver Part 2 of their parenting series. This episode is packed with practical, Biblical advice on the guardrails every parent needs to set—not just for their kids, but for themselves.
In this discussion, Jeff and Chris tackle the most critical errors to avoid in Christian parenting. They explore the destructive nature of the “comparison trap” between siblings, the vital importance of maintaining a united front so kids don’t play parents against one another, and why you simply cannot outsource your child’s spiritual growth to a youth pastor. They also highlight the “Christmas Store,” a powerful ministry model designed to restore dignity to parents while providing miracles for teenagers in the community. Grab your copy of Away from the Manger, sit down by the tree, and join the conversation as we clash with the culture of modern parenting.
#ParentingAdvice #ChristianLiving #TheClash #ParentingDonts #FaithAndFamily #BiblicalParenting #DonTapOut
