The Christmas Jars Podcast

Dec 03 2024 9 ep. 12 mins 5
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Join host Jason Wright as he shares true stories inspired by his New York Times bestselling novel Christmas Jars. Since its release nearly 20 years ago, Christmas Jars has inspired people nationwide to anonymously donate jars of spare change to those in need during the Christmas season. Discover incredible stories of real people with real needs who experienced real miracles. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas season, then the annual Light the World campaign can give you a lot of ideas about how you can be someone's angel. Visit lighttheworld.org to learn more. The Christmas Jars Podcast is a production of BYUradio.

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TRAILER: The Christmas Jars Podcast

Nov 26 2024 1 mins  
In each episode of this new 8-part podcast miniseries, Christmas Jars author Jason Wright will speak to someone with an incredible story about giving or receiving a jar full of spare change at a crucial time. You’ll hear inspiring stories of real people with real needs who experienced real miracles. The series debuts December 4. Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode! Loo

1. “You Can Keep Him”

Dec 03 2024 18 mins  
The Birch Family’s lives changed forever when their four-year old son Cam was diagnosed with cancer. But even while battling for his life Cam found the perfect way to selflessly serve the kids in his hospital wing. Thank you to our guest Matt Birch for sharing your story. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas season, the annual Light the World campaign can gi

2. “Girl, Go Shine Them Tires!”

Dec 03 2024 11 mins  
An anonymous gift helped brighten Heather Lupo’s first Christmas after her husband of 30 years passed away. She wanted to pay it forward the next year, and she wondered exactly who should get her jar after she saw an unusual but unmistakable sign. Thank you to our guest Heather Lupo for sharing your story. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas season, the ann

3. “Burned Down Twice”

Dec 03 2024 14 mins  
After a raging fire consumes their house on Thanksgiving Day, the Miller family is literally left with only the clothes on their backs. But an anonymous gift helps them start to recover and encourages them to start new traditions of service. Thank you to our guest Julie Miller for sharing your story. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas season, the annual Ligh

4. “The Excitement to Give”

Dec 03 2024 9 mins  
Cindy Schmidt is an exuberant, service-oriented person who loves working with vulnerable populations. However, after a mission trip abroad she contracted a mysterious and prolonged illness that put her in an unfamiliar position: being the one whom others served. Thank you to our guest Cindy Schmidt for sharing your story. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas s

5. “All God’s Glory”

Dec 03 2024 12 mins  
A horrible car accident leaves David paralyzed and thrusts both him and his wife into a complex world of rehabilitation, doctors, and caregivers. But a small act of generosity gives the family hope as they face the enormous challenges ahead. Thank you to our guests David and Siska Woodson for sharing your story. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas season, the

6. “I Found the People!”

Dec 03 2024 12 mins  
An act of service creates an unexpected connection between two young women, one Christian and one Jewish. Their friendship brings their mothers together as well, creating a bond that transcends cultural differences. Thank you to our guests Lisa Spencer and Carie Blum for sharing your story. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas season, the annual Light the Worl

7. “A Mission to Gather”

Dec 03 2024 13 mins  
A chance encounter at a bookstore leads Laurie Tinsley to start a national mission of service with a staggeringly ambitious goal. To pull it off Laurie must recruit a whole community of people who share her desire to serve. Thank you to our guest Laurie Tinsley for sharing your story. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas season, the annual Light the World camp

8. “A Hug from Your Angel”

Dec 03 2024 14 mins  
Rebecca and Chris Goodwin’s daughter Makenna had a gift for serving others. After a tragic accident, her parents are inspired to start a new legacy by showing up for families in their greatest moment of need. Thank you to our guests Rebecca and Chris Goodwin for sharing your story. If you're looking for more ways to serve this Christmas season, the annual Light the World campa