Pope Francis Offers Christmas Urbi at Orbi Blessing

On Christmas morning, Pope Francis presented his Christmas "Urbi et Orbi" blessing.

Text of the Pope's message:

Vatican News: Urbi et Orbi Message of His Holiness Pope Francis - Christmas 2022

Media reports:

Vatican News: Pope at Christmas Urbi et Orbi: 'The Lord’s birth is the birth of peace' (25 DEC 22)

National Catholic Register: Pope Francis Prays for Prince of Peace to End 'Third World War' in Christmas Day Message (25 DEC 22)