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First known nativity scene figurines are on display in Rome

December 16, 2021 Catholic News Agency 0

Nativity scene commissioned by Pope Nicholas IV in 1292. Credit: Daniel Ibanez/CNA. / null

Rome Newsroom, Dec 16, 2021 / 07:30 am (CNA).
The first known nativity scene figurines are currently on display in one of Rome’s oldest basilicas.The und… […]

Pope Francis appoints commissioner to oversee Rome basilica’s financial assets

December 15, 2021 Catholic News Agency 2

Pope Francis prays before the Salus Populi Romani icon in Rome’s Basilica of St. Mary Major Dec. 8, 2020. Credit: Vatican Media. / null

Vatican City, Dec 15, 2021 / 06:00 am (CNA).
Pope Francis has appointed a Vatican priest to take over the fi… […]