December 23, 2025 - Hour 2

Segment 1: The Christmas that Changed America: Washington’s Surprise AttackOn a freezing Christmas night in 1776, General George Washington led a bedraggled group of soldiers across the Delaware River before a surprise attack on a garrison of Hessians at Trenton. This pivotal victory saved the fledgling Revolution and changed the course of American Independence. Marcus has more.Segment 2: A Culture Warrior Goes Home for ChristmasCS Lewis scholar and cultural commentator James Como died last month at the age of 79. As an indomitable culture warrior and soldier of Christ, he died with his boots on, working in the Lewisian vineyard in which he had labored for almost six decades. Joseph Pearce honors his memory.Segment 3: Genesis Lays the Foundation for the Incarnation (2 segments)In order to grasp fully the significance of Christ’s birth, we must go all the way back to the very beginning and the events of Genesis 1-3. Monica Miller joins us. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com