Nov292012

Teaching Kids About Christmas

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Phil Vischer

What's in the Bible creator Phil Vischer explains how parents can help children understand and celebrate the true meaning behind Christmas.

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"What's in the Bible?" Concept

Phil Vischer explains how he is trying to teach kids and their parents about the entire context of the Bible.

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Emmanuel & the Upside Down Kingdom

Phil Vischer helps kids understand the real message of Christmas with help from his DVD characters.

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Broadcast Bios

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Phil Vischer

Phil VischerPhil Vischer is an author, actor, director and composer. He created the popular Veggie Tales video series for kids, and more recently, the What's in the Bible? DVD series, a creative walkthrough of the Bible for kids and families. Phil is the founder and president of Jellyfish Labs, a producer of family-friendly faith-based media. His numerous books for adults and children include God is Bigger, I Can Be Your Friend and Lord of the Beans. Phil and his wife, Lisa, reside in Illinois and have three children.

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Jim Daly

Jim DalyJim Daly is President and Chief Executive Officer of Focus on the Family, a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing and defending families worldwide. Daly has held several leadership positions for Focus, and has been predominantly involved in the ministry's Public Affairs, Marketing and International efforts.

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John Fuller

John FullerJohn Fuller is vice president of Focus on the Family's Audio and New Media division and co-host of the daily "Focus on the Family" radio program. He also serves on the board of the National Religious Broadcasters and speaks publicly on a variety of family and business topics. John and his wife, Dena, reside in Colorado Springs, Colo., and have six children.

Broadcast Calendar

November 2012

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				1 11/1/12: The Plight of the Modern-Day OrphanFocus on the Family's Paul McCusker and Kelly Rosati discuss the impact of Charles Dickens's tale "Oliver Twist" during an age when orphans were largely disregarded, and reiterate today's need for orphan protection and care.Learn More >>	2 11/2/12: Improving Marriage After the Empty NestBob and Cheryl Reccord discuss the joys and challenges of married life after children have left the home and advise couples on how to draw closer together during the empty nest years.Learn More >>	3 11/3/12: Weekend Magazine: November 3-4, 2012This weekend: what you should do when your marriage starts to drift. Why losing yourself as a Mom is a good thing. And one family’s amazing adoption journey. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
4	5 11/5/12: Serving as A Family This ChristmasBob Welch, Matthew West and Lejla Allison share stories and ideas to inspire families to serve selflessly this Christmas.Learn More >>	6 11/6/12: Making Peace with Your In-Laws (Part 1 of 2)Marriage speakers Gary and Barbara Rosberg pinpoint common problems within in-law relationships and provide encouraging advice for showing love and respect to everyone within combined families. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	7 11/7/12: Making Peace with Your In-Laws (Part 2 of 2)Marriage speakers Gary and Barbara Rosberg pinpoint common problems within in-law relationships and provide encouraging advice for showing love and respect to everyone within combined families. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	8 11/8/12: Election Follow-Up 2012Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee and policy analyst Tom Minnery discuss the results of the 2012 US presidential election.Learn More >>	9 11/9/12: Faith in Action: Defending Religious FreedomUS Congressman Frank Wolf and former Congressman Tony Hall discuss our Christian nation's moral responsibility to be global advocates for human dignity and freedom of religion.Learn More >>	10 11/10/12: Weekend Magazine: November 10-11, 2012This weekend: providing a supportive community for adoptive parents. Encouraging women to look for positive things about their husbands. And some practical help for workaholics and their families. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
11	12 11/12/12: Evangelism on the Battlefield (Part 1 of 2)In honor of Veteran's Day, Army Captain Chris Plekenpol tells personal stories from his time on the frontlines and discusses how sharing Christ's love can bring peace and comfort to soldiers in the midst of war. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	13 11/13/12: Evangelism on the Battlefield (Part 2 of 2)In honor of Veteran's Day, Army Captain Chris Plekenpol tells personal stories from his time on the frontlines and discusses how sharing Christ's love can bring peace and comfort to soldiers in the midst of war. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	14 11/14/12: Additional Insights on the Strong-Willed ChildEducator Cynthia Tobias offers further parenting wisdom for single parents, blended families and grandparents, as well help for navigating the strong-willed teenager.Learn More >>	15 11/15/12: Fighting for a Stronger Marriage (Part 1 of 2)Counseling couple Greg and Erin Smalley describe how healthy conflict in marriage can grow a couple's relationship by helping spouses learn to fight in ways that lead to deeper levels of intimacy. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	16 11/16/12: Fighting for a Stronger Marriage (Part 2 of 2)Counseling couple Greg and Erin Smalley describe how healthy conflict in marriage can grow a couple's relationship by helping spouses learn to fight in ways that lead to deeper levels of intimacy. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	17 11/17/12: Weekend Magazine: November 17-18, 2012This weekend: celebrating Thanksgiving with your family. Why we need to be thankful. Traveling challenges with kids. And the value of being part of a community. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
18	19 11/19/12: Healthy Boundaries for MomsProfessional consultant Mary Byers helps busy moms establish boundaries - by learning when to say "no" - and offers practical encouragement for maintaining a guilt-free schedule. Learn More >>	20 11/20/12: Taking the Stress Out of the Holidays (Part 1 of 2)Mary Hunt, Kathi Lipp and Phil Vischer discuss practical ways to de-stress during the Christmas season and emphasize what really matters. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	21 11/21/12: Taking the Stress Out of the Holidays (Part 2 of 2)Leslie Parrott and Nancy Guthrie offer additional insight on managing the common stress factors of the Christmas season. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	22 11/22/12: Thanksgiving Stories from Our ListenersJim Daly and John Fuller share some of the best listener-submitted stories surrounding Thanksgiving traditions and memories.Learn More >>	23 11/23/12: Making Meal Planning SimpleAuthor Kathi Lipp counters the dreaded question of "Mom, what's for dinner?" with simple ways to plan ahead using a variety of dinner options that best utilize time and money.Learn More >>	24 11/24/12: Weekend Magazine: November 24-25, 2012This weekend: how to find a healthy "rhythm" for your busy family. Encouraging moms to build fun relationships with their kids. And how God healed one marriage from the ravages of pornography. Listen in for all this and more!Learn More >>
25	26 11/26/12: Hope for Every Marriage (Part 1 of 2)Jeff and Cheryl Scruggs describe their marriage journey of infidelity, divorce and restoration, and encourage other couples not to give up on redeeming their relationship. (Part 1 of 2)Learn More >>	27 11/27/12: Hope for Every Marriage (Part 2 of 2)Jeff and Cheryl Scruggs describe their marriage journey of infidelity, divorce and restoration, and encourage other couples not to give up on redeeming their relationship. (Part 2 of 2)Learn More >>	28 11/28/12: Learning to Trust AgainClinical psychologist Dr. John Townsend talks about the importance of setting boundaries in all of life's relationships and offers practical advice on regaining damaged trust.Learn More >>	29 11/29/12: Teaching Kids About ChristmasWhat's in the Bible creator Phil Vischer explains how parents can help children understand and celebrate the true meaning behind Christmas.Learn More >>	30 11/30/12: Voices of AdoptionAuthor Jill Savage, along with Focus listeners and the daily broadcast hosts, share inspirational stories surrounding the blessings and challenges of adoption.Learn More >>