Pope Francis's homily at Christmas Mass: full text, link to video
December 24, 2014
"The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shined" (Is 9:1).
"An angel of the Lord appeared to (the shepherds) and the glory of the Lord shone around them" (Lk 2:9). This is how the liturgy of this holy Christmas night presents to us the birth of the Saviour: as the light which pierces and dispels the deepest darkness.
The presence of the Lord in the midst of his people cancels the sorrow of defeat and the misery of slavery, and ushers in joy and happiness ... [click link for full text]
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Further information:
- Text of Pope Francis' homily during Christmas Eve Mass (Vatican Radio)
- Video (CTV)
- Booklet for the Celebration of Holy Mass (Holy See)
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