by Church @ 434 | Dec 24, 2025 | Chatting Around the Christmas Tree
The countdown is finally over—it’s Christmas Eve! Join the Church @ 434 staff as we celebrate the night before Christmas with laughter, memories of “unconventional” gift wrapping, and the excitement of what’s under the tree tomorrow morning.
Most importantly, we take a moment to reflect on the greatest gift ever given: the first Christmas. We hope your holiday is filled with useful gifts, great joy, and the love of God.
Merry Christmas from all of us at The Church @ 434!
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by Church @ 434 | Dec 23, 2025 | Chatting Around the Christmas Tree
Welcome back to “Chatting Around the Christmas Tree!” Today, we’re putting the staff on the spot with a question that gets to the heart (and the stomach) of the holidays: If you could make any dish an official Christmas staple, what would it be?
Join us for a fun conversation about the foods that remind us of home, the traditions our adult kids still demand, and why Santa might actually prefer a chocolate-covered bowl of ice cream over cookies.
We love sharing these moments of our lives with you as we count down to the second-best Christmas ever!
#ChurchFamily #ChristmasCountdown #HolidayChat #GettingToKnowUs #StaffStories #FaithAndFun
by Church @ 434 | Dec 22, 2025 | Chatting Around the Christmas Tree
We all have that one Christmas movie we love but are a little embarrassed to admit to. Today, the Church @ 434 staff is getting vulnerable! From “mushy” Hallmark romances and Bill Murray’s irreverent classics to Muppets and “shoot-em-up” holiday heists, we’re revealing the movies that make our holiday list (even if we watch them alone with a moose cup of eggnog).
What is YOUR secret Christmas movie? The one you don’t want anyone to know you like?
#ChristmasMovies #GuiltyPleasures #HolidayConfessions #ChristmasCountdown #Scrooged #EmmetOtter
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
