Christmas is drawing near. Speaking on Monday to the Roman Curia, Benedict XVI recalled the most significant moments of his visit to Jordan and the Holy Land this year, in particular the ceremonies that were held at the places where Jesus had lived, died and rose again. It was like coming in contact with the story of Gods relationship with us, he said. This reality of the faith is especially good for us in the labors of the present time.God has truly shown himself. In Jesus Christ, He has truly incarnated. And as the Risen One, He is truly Man, continually making God accessible to humanity. He is the constant guarantor that God is a God who is near, who continuously calls us to reconciliation, making ... (less info)