Christmas 2023
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Pope Francis on Christmas: Saying ‘yes’ to the Prince of Peace means saying ‘no’ to war
In his annual “urbi et orbi” address, Pope Francis called for an end to war in the Holy Land and... Read more
Jesuit astronomer remembers the first Christmas in space
In the midst of the chaos of 1968, three men left the earth behind, trading the strife of the world... Read more
O Little Town of Bethlehem… Pennsylvania? The story of ‘Christmas City USA’
Perhaps the most famous town called Bethlehem in the U.S. is Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, a town of 75,000, just a short... Read more
Full text: Pope Francis’ homily for Christmas 2023
“A census of the whole earth” (cf. Lk 2:1). This was the context in which Jesus was born, and the... Read more
Pope Francis’ Christmas Mass: Jesus was born to save the world
Pope Francis shared a message in his Christmas homily for anyone who may be feeling sad or discouraged. Read more
Israel-Hamas war casts pall over Christmas Eve vespers in Bethlehem
At Bethlehem’s Basilica of the Nativity, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa presided over the first vespers of Christmas. Read more
Pope Francis: Do not confuse Christmas with consumerism
The pope asked people to think of which lonely or needy people could be comforted by their friendship during the... Read more
Christmas 2023: Unusual back-to-back Mass schedule could hurt parishes’ collections this year
The worry is that some parishioners will fulfill their Sunday or Christmas Day obligation but not both. Read more
8 classic Christmas movies to watch with your family this year
If you’re a Catholic parent looking for a classic Christmas movie — especially a classic that’s appropriate and enjoyable for... Read more
Is it okay to write ‘Merry Xmas’?: Inside the thousand-year-old Christian tradition
Contrary to what many believe, the term “XMas” is a Christian innovation meant to preserve Christ as the center of... Read more
California governor lambasted for canceling Christmas event
“Newsom can rightly be dubbed the Governor who stole Christmas and Hanukkah,” said Mark Rienzi, president and CEO of Becket,... Read more
How to pray the 300-year-old ‘Christmas novena’
The nine-day prayer begins on Dec. 16 and concludes on Christmas Eve. Read more
Vatican unveils Nativity scene honoring St. Francis of Assisi and devotion’s 800-year-old origin
The scene in St. Peter’s Square depicts not only Mary and Joseph standing beside the manager, but also St. Francis... Read more
Christmas 2023: A Catholic gift guide for the little ones on your shopping list
These seven small Catholic shops offer great Christmas gifts for the children in your life. Read more
What is Advent anyway?
Need a refresher on Advent? Here’s some info that can help you live a great Advent this year. Read more
PHOTOS: Christmas celebrations canceled in Bethlehem in the midst of war
The patriarchs and leaders of the Churches in Jerusalem have urged the faithful to focus on the spiritual meaning of... Read more
Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity scene
From Dec. 8 until Feb. 2, Catholics will be able to receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity... Read more
