The echoes of Christmas carols, shimmering lights, and ancient rituals transform the Vatican into a center of faith and artistic celebration.

Christmas at the Vatican this year is filled with the usual host of inspiring and fitting events and liturgies that celebrate the birth of the Lord, as well as at least one surprise. As always, ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Dec 24, 2013 Dec 24, 2013 0 Images from the Pope's first Christmas Eve Mass in the Vatican, and from Christmas Eve in Bethlehem.