Ron Burgundy Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 Bethlehem (Palestinian Territories) (AFP) - Thousands celebrated Christmas in Bethlehem Tuesday at a time when unrest across the Middle East threatens to drive even more Christians from the cradle of their faith. Pope Francis was to celebrate his first Christmas mass since becoming pontiff, as Christians from ancient communities in Syria flee its civil war and others struggle to rebuild after the devastating typhoon that struck the Philippines this year. In the West Bank town of Bethlehem, the historic site of Jesus's birth, Jerusalem's Latin patriarch Fuad Twal is to lead a procession and celebrate midnight mass attended by Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas and other dignitaries. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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