A massive Nativity scene made entirely of sand will be unveiled at the Vatican’s annual tree lighting ceremony in St. Peter’s Square Dec. 7.
‘Sand Nativity’ scene to display in St. Peter’s Square
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 his passion, Jesus reveals the God of mercy, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Just as the crowds and government officials tried to dodge responsibility for Jesus’ fate after he was arrested, so today too many […]