This outdoor manger, pictured Dec. 12 at St. Talka Maronite Catholic Church in Beirut, is steps away from a busy intersection. The "reason for the season" is evident in Lebanon, with the manger, or creche, even sometimes included among glistening Christmas decorations throughout the country. (CNS photo / Johnny Antoun)
“Do not be afraid; for behold, I proclaim to you good news of great joy that will be for all the people."
- Luke 2:10, from today's Gospel for Christmas, overnight
