December 17, 2025
This is a 17th century painting titled "The Madonna and Child" by Sassoferrato, Il (Giovanni Battista Salvi). The feast of the Nativity of Christ, a holy day of obligation, is celebrated Dec. 25. Editors: For editorial use in print and online through Feb. 26, 2026. No use is permitted after Jan. 20, 2025. (OSV News photo/Bridgeman)
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