December 6, 2010. Sunrise at the Vatican and the first light hits a unique image in St. Peter's Square, a scene that occurs only once a year: the arrival of the Christmas tree. A truck rolled into the plaza carrying this 94 year old spruce that will stand next to the Nativity.
The spruce came from the town of Luson, located in northern Italy. It's over 110 feet tall and will be decorated with 3,000 golden and silver ornaments. Alongside them will shine 1500 white and yellow bulbs, with a star adorning the top. However, this entire process of decorating the tree will take a few days.
Benedict XVI explained the meaning of Advent, which prepares us for the holidays. He defined it as a “joyful expectation” that helps bring us closer to Bethlehem.
Video. December 21, 2011. Benedict XVI met with thousands of faithful in the Paul VI Audience Hall for his last general audience before Christmas. The pope spoke about the meaning of Christmas as well as the importance of being close to Christ throughout the entire year.
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The spruce came from the town of Luson, located in northern Italy. It's over 110 feet tall and will be decorated with 3,000 golden and silver ornaments. Alongside them will shine 1500 white and yellow bulbs, with a star adorning the top. However, this entire process of decorating the tree will take a few days.