December 2025

Side of mountain lit in the shape of a Christmas tree
Teresa Tomeo

Have Yourself a Grande Italian Christmas

In Italian the word “grande” means large. And when it comes to celebrating the season in Italy, the word aptly describes the way the birth of Christ is expressed. The celebrations are large. They’re dramatic and they’re also unique. Certainly, up and down and all-around Italy

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Christmas Marching Band in Castel Rigone from Filigno
Teresa Tomeo

Felice Avvento – Happy Advent from Central Italy

Happy Advent. Or as we say in Italy, “Felice Avvento.” Deacon Dom and I are wishing you and yours a peaceful period of prayer, reflection, and joyful anticipation as we await the coming of the Savior of the world. We are spending the next two weeks,

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