Tag: Christmas
Pope Francis’ ‘Urbi et Orbi’ message for Christmas
'There is the risk of avoiding dialogue, the risk ... (of) taking shortcuts rather than setting out on the longer paths of dialogue'
Pope Francis asks world leaders on Christmas to be open to...
Pope Francis noted that the pandemic had strained social relationships, isolating people from each other
Philippine typhoon survivors wish for roofs and food on Christmas
Widespread destruction caused by the typhoon has dampened celebrations as many survivors plead for drinking water and food
In some parts of China, Christmas is forbidden for being ‘Western...
The report said ‘cosmetic’ celebrations of Christmas are photographed and broadcasted to falsely argue that there are no prohibitions
Indonesian community tells the story of Jesus through shadow puppets
The initiative showcases religious tolerance in the country as Javanese shadow puppetry is traditionally linked to Hindu traditions
Pope Francis’ Christmas Mass: ‘God comes into the world in littleness’
“Today, all is turned upside down: God comes into the world in littleness. His grandeur appears in littleness,” Pope Francis said in his homily
The power of the manger: living the Christmas message of hope
"Let the message of the manger win over all the darkness. Let the stars of peace shine over this land of great promise."
Counting Christmas stars in a Buddhist land
The parish priest said the stars “represent the high spirit of sharing goodness to each other”
World set to ring in another pandemic Christmas
For a second straight year, surging infections have complicated yuletide plans from Sydney to Seville
Jesus’ birth in the events of human suffering
Even in the midst of human suffering, Jesus’ presence this Christmas time inspires us to live for hope and journey with the people
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