The song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas" is an English Christmas ... According to Ann Ball in her book, HANDBOOK OF CATHOLIC SACRAMENTALS: The two turtle doves were the Old and New Testaments ...

Pope Francis will commence a centuries-long Catholic tradition on Christmas Eve and introduce a first-time, historical addition to the holy ritual. Starting on Dec. 24, the pontiff will open a ...

Many families place the crèche under the tree and gifts, if exchanged, are not placed there until Christmas Day or after Midnight Mass. Printed with permission from Catholic Tradition. Latest news ...

But having one at home is a top Italian Christmas tradition, especially in this mostly Catholic country. People usually set up nativity scenes on December 8th, the same day as the Christmas tree.