That said, some traditional Catholic households keep their Christmas trees up until Feb. 2 — 40 days after Christmas — to honor the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, marking the day that ...

The symbolism of the Christmas tree in Catholic tradition The Christmas tree that adorns St. Peter's Square each year has profound symbolic meaning. For Catholics, it is an expression of life and ...

Many families place the crèche under the tree and gifts, if exchanged, are not placed there until Christmas Day or after Midnight Mass. Monday, April 14, 2025 A service of EWTN News ...

May your blessing be upon all who gather around this tree, all who keep the Christmas festival by its lights. We wait for the coming of the Christ, the days of everlasting justice and of peace.