December 5, 2019
Vatican unveils Nativity scene, lights Christmas tree
VATICAN CITY -- The Vatican unveiled the Nativity scene and lit the Christmas tree with energy-saving lights in St. Peter's Square during a late afternoon ceremony Dec. 5.
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Vatican
December 9, 2016
Baby Jesus reminds us of painful plight of migrants, Pope says before Christmas tree lighting
VATICAN CITY – 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.
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International