Saved by Christmas

Historical painting of armed soldiers escorting a civilian through an old stone courtyard, featuring traditional military uniforms, rifles, and a tense French Revolution setting.

An event that took place on the cold night of December 24, 1795, in Brittany. With the bells of Midnight Mass ringing, memories of the true Christmas change what seemed like a tragic ending into a story of mercy and grace.

The Magi from the Distant Orient…

Adoração dos Reis Magos, por Gentile da Fabriano – Galleria degli Uffizi, Florença Foto: Reprodução

During the long nights of their journey, the Magi were being prepared by grace to be with Jesus. In them the faith that no longer burned in Jerusalem shone brightly.

On a Mystical Night… the Savior of Humanity Is Born!

São José se prostra ante o Menino Jesus recém nascido Igreja Saint Sauveur, Plancoët (França) Foto: Emeltet (CC by sa 4.0)

What must have been the supernatural ambience that enveloped the most important event in history? Let us raise our hearts beyond the human circumstances and consider the sublimity of the Nativity of the Infant God!

Fond Christmas Memories

O Natal, por Charles Tichon

In narrating the reminiscences of his childhood, Dr. Plinio took delight in recreating the climate of innocence that pervaded Christmas festivities of that time. This was especially true in his home, where Dona Lucilia’s piety and affection made them particularly joyful.