AdvertisementPope Francis has urged the world's Christians to reject gluttony and materialism as he ushered in Christmas with a late-night Mass at St. Peter's Basilica. Worshippers who want to catch a glimpse of the Pope at Christmas were advised to request tickets up to six months in advance. On Saturday, the Vatican said he had given the homeless in Rome a Christmas gift of a new clinic in St. Peter's Square where they can get free medical help. Monday night's Christmas Eve papal Mass was the first held with a new, energy-saving lighting system for the largest church in Christendom. Pope Francis takes the Baby Jesus as he leaves Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter's BasilicaCatholics clergymen watch on as the Pope leads the Christmas Eve mass at the Vatican tonightThe pontiff uncovers a figurine of baby Jesus during a mass for some 10,000 worshippers

Source: Daily Mail December 24, 2018 21:25 UTC