Amish Christmas traditions offer a peaceful, faith-centered alternative to holiday excess

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Today is the day after Christmas. For the Amish, it’s also the celebration of “Second Christmas”. The holiday season is marked by quiet reflection, family gatherings and an unwavering focus on faith for the Amish. A sharp contrast to the commercialized hustle and bustle of mainstream Christmas traditions. Coming up from WPR’s Wausau bureau, WPR’s Shereen Siewert will chat with an expert on Amish culture.

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