It had been unclear whether Israel would grant permits to members of Gaza’s tiny Christian community to leave the Hamas-ruled coastal territory.
Christmas
Posted inExamen, Faith
This Christmas, give thanks for the greatest gift: Jesus
The Rev. James Martin, S.J. leads listeners through a guided reflection on the meaning of Christmas: Christ’s birth.
Posted inFaith, The Word
How the miracle of Christmas can inspire us year-round
Merry Christmas! Today we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
Posted inNews, Politics & Society
‘You’ve got to call out evil,’ says pastor of church with Nativity scene separated in cages
On a podium, a message reads: “What if this family sought refuge in our country today?”
Posted inGoodNews, Politics & Society
Lebanese Guides, Scouts hope to raise Christmas hope amid despair
“We want to help people feel the joy of Christmas,” Sabine Bou Serhal, 22, a chief for the group, told Catholic News Service.
Posted inFaith, News
Vatican official brings Christmas cheer to Gaza Catholics
Archbishop Pierbattista Pizzaballa said he wanted to bring some holiday cheer to Gaza’s Christians because it remains unclear whether they will be able to travel to Bethlehem in the West Bank for the holiday.
Posted inFaith, News
People’s hearts yearn for God, not possessions, Pope Francis says
The Christmas season is a time to reflect on what life is all about, Pope Francis told an international group of performers.
Posted inFaith, Your Take
Every Nativity set has its story
America asked its readers to send us a photo and description of their Nativity set and tell us what makes it special.