Vatican unveils Nativity scene, lights Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square

The Vatican has unveiled its Nativity scene and lit the towering Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square. A band and chorus from Italy’s South Tyrol performed at the event. The spruce tree comes
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Vatican to unveil Nativity scene, light up Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square on Dec. 15

The Governorate of Vatican City State has announced the origins of the fir tree and Nativity scene that will adorn St. Peter’s Square this Christmas.

Sculptor of St. Peter's Square nativity scene aims to 'inspire wonder' with design

The nativity scene in St. Peter's Square comes from a different place every year. For Pope Leo's first Christmas as the pontiff, this year's display comes from Salerno, Italy.

Pope Leo XIV’s historic rise forges special Vatican connections for Chicago

Seven months into his papacy, Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago roots have helped frame both his spirituality and priorities.
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Vatican investigates Swiss Guard after allegations of an antisemitic incident in St. Peter's Square

ROME (AP) — The Vatican said Monday it was investigating a possible antisemitic incident, in which a Swiss Guard allegedly made a spitting gesture toward two Jewish women. The alleged incident occurred during a papal audience Oct. 29, at the entrance to ...
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Vatican City: A walk through the world’s smallest state

What looks like a tiny dot on the map turns out to be one of the most remarkable places in Europe, where centuries of faith and culture sit side by side
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The Christmas tree and nativity scene inaugurated in St. Peter’s Square

VATICAN: The Vatican’s Christmas tree and nativity scene were lit up and officially inaugurated in St. Peter’s Square on Monday, 15 December, by Sister Raffaella Petrini, President of the Governatorate of the Vatican City State.
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