'God comes into the world in littleness,' Pope emphasizes in Christmas homily (CNA)

Pope Francis celebrated the Holy Mass of Christmas night in St. Peter’s Basilica on the evening of December 24 (video, booklet).

“In the darkness, a light shines,” the Pope began. “An angel appears, the glory of the Lord shines around the shepherds and finally the message awaited for centuries is heard: ‘To you is born this day a Savior, who is Christ the Lord’ (Lk 2:11).”