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The Phil Vischer Podcast: Ep 29- Pink Legos, Santa, & Defining Consumerism

These are the high holy days of consumerism, but what do we mean by that term?

Leadership Journal December 13, 2012

**SPOILER: This podcast contains a discussion of Santa Claus, and therefore may not be appropriate for children.**

This week’s podcast opens up with a discussion of gender stereotyped pink Legos, and whether or not churches should encourage belief in Santa Claus. They crew then discusses the difference between consumerism and consumption. Skye then explains how churches have a tendency to commodify the Gospel.

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