Msgr. Philip Whitmore, rector of the Venerable English College in Rome, reads the Christmas story from St. Luke’s Gospel.
The Christmas story according to St. Luke
Nativity scenes unveiled at the Vatican
The “Sand Nativity” is a 52-foot-wide sculpture made of sand
The weary world rejoices: Nativity scenes bring joy to hardened hearts
The Nativity scene in St. Peter’s Square is not getting rave reviews: The backdrop does not look like a stable and the characters in need — hungry, naked, dead, imprisoned — don’t exactly evoke a silent night when all was cozy, calm and bright.
In multicultural Lebanon, Nativity scenes are common in public places
Amid the turmoil in the Middle East and persecution of Christians in surrounding countries, the Christmas spirit is evident in Lebanon: sparkling lights, decorated trees and even mangers in public places.
Baby Jesus reminds us of painful plight of migrants, pope says
The Christmas tree and Nativity scene are symbols of God’s love and hope, reminding us to contemplate the beauty of creation and welcome the marginalized, Pope Francis said.