Tune in for special Christmas programs on WIVH!
Celebrate the incarnation of our Savior with special Christmas programs on WIVH!
As we celebrate Christ’s first coming and anticipate his glorious return, we hope you enjoy the Christmas music, dramatizations, and special Christmas programs on WIVH that help you focus on the meaning of Christmas!
For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given;
and the government shall be upon his shoulder,
and his name shall be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6
New Christmas Music for 2022
We’re playing brand new Christmas music from your favorite artists! Learn more >
The Scott & Arthur Show: The Spirit of Christmas Yet to Come
On Demand
Travel back to the 1940s and participate in an old-fashioned musical variety radio broadcast of The Scott and Arthur Show (Tim Madeira and Doug Hamilton) and their special Christmas broadcast. Join Scott and Arthur as they enjoy the music of the time in a production complete with retro commercials, big band music, a Foley artist, as well as special musical numbers, and hear them predict the future of Christmas music in the decades to come.
Available on our sister station’s podcast, the WRGN <<Rewind.
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Christmas in the Beginning
Saturday, December 10 at 5:00 PM
Did Christmas begin in the First Century? Or does it have deeper roots before Christ’s birth? Join Charles Morris for a Christmas special called “Christmas in the Beginning” as he explores the promises and events found in the Old Testament pointing to the coming of Jesus—the most wonderful gift of all. Interspersed with music and featuring stories from Lee Strobel, Joni Eareckson Tada, Admiral Barry Black, Sally Lloyd-Jones, and Randall Goodgame. “Christmas in the Beginning” offers hope and perspective during the season that is truly all about Jesus.
Unwrapping Christmas in the Old Testament
Saturday, December 17 at 5:00 PM
For most of us, our vision of Christmas is limited exclusively to the gospel accounts. But Christmas is actually unwrapped in the Old Testament! Dr. Charlie Dyer from The Land and the Book will do some great exploration with compelling guests in a journey that will take listeners to a fresh appreciation of the real story of Christmas.
Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Sunday, December 18 at 4:00 PM
Charles Dickens was just 12 years old when he saw firsthand the devastating effects of child labor. He never forgot those images. In 1843 he wrote a pamphlet titled: “An Appeal to the People of England, on Behalf of the Poor Man’s Child.” It became A Christmas Carol. Focus on the Family Radio Theatre brings to life the story of miserly Scrooge who in one momentous night is confronted by his own lack of compassion – and given the opportunity to change not only his life but others too! It’s a message that defines the spirit of the season of Christ’s birth, of His loving compassion!
The Hope of Hanukkah
Tuesday, December 20 at 9:00 PM
To understand the origin of Hanukkah is to understand there is hope in Jesus Christ. Listeners are guided on a step by step odyssey filled with musical arrangements and relevant interviews concerning the pivotal events leading to the creation of this celebration.
Continuous Christmas Music
Saturday, December 24 from 7:00 – 10:00 AM
Begin your celebrations with good tidings of great joy and continuous Christmas music on Christmas Eve morning, hosted by Tim Madeira.
The Official Average Boy Christmas Special
Saturday, December 24 at 10:00 AM
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year! With gift-giving (and receiving!) and tree-hunting with his dad, Average Boy stays busy . . . and finds a way to get into trouble. A pesky raccoon, Bob’s dog, and visiting cousins add to the zaniness. You’ll laugh at the holiday antics as you’re reminded of the true Reason for the season.
Continuous Christmas Music
Saturday, December 24 from 2:00 – 9:00 PM
Our Christmas gift to you! It’s an annual tradition, Continuous Christmas Music on WIVH!
Hosted by Dan Close, Tim Madeira, & Dan Longmore
Continuous Christmas Music
Sunday, December 25 from 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Our Christmas gift to you! It’s an annual tradition, Continuous Christmas Music on WIVH!
Hosted by Doug Hamilton, Tim Madeira, Dan Close, Denise Warner, and Dan Longmore
We hope you enjoy these special Christmas programs for the season! Merry Christmas from all of us at WIVH!
Other resources
Focus on the Family
- Why is Advent Important? (Article)
Why is Advent important? Advent is a time of hope. When we show our children Advent’s profound truths, they receive a higher hope than anything this world can offer. - Traditions: Old and New Ways to Celebrate Christmas (Article)
Enjoy family traditions or come up with activities that can become traditions to draw your family closer together during the Christmas season. - Advent 2022 Family Devotional (Resource Series)
View all of Focus on the Family’s holiday resources >
Revive Our Hearts
- A Sacrifice of Celebration (Article)
Find hope and practical tips for what it truly means to remember and rejoice in what He has done for us, even in the midst of bleak circumstances, grief, or trials. - Nancy’s Tips for Advent Preparation (Article)
View all of Focus on the Family’s holiday resources >