Creche and Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square

11 December 2024

Creche and Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square

The Nativity scene and the Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on December 7. Photo: CNS/Lola Gomez

The Nativity scene and the Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on December 7. Photo: CNS/Lola Gomez

Mary and Joseph are seen in a mud and thatch hut, the centerpiece of the Nativity scene in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican Dec. 10, 2024. Mary is holding a lily until Christmas Eve when a statue of baby Jesus will be added. (CNS photo/Cindy Wooden)

A detail from the Nativity scene in St. Peter’s Square is seen at the Vatican Dec. 7, 2024 (CNS photo/Lola Gomez)

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