**Bethlehem f’Għajnsielem Ends with Visit by Three Wise Men: A Festive Tradition that Unites Communities** As the festive season draws to a close, the enchanting village of Għajnsielem on the island of Gozo comes alive with the vibrant celebration of Bethlehem f’Għajnsielem. This annual event, which recreates the biblical nativity scene, culminated this year with…
**Children’s Choir Performs Rich Christmas Programme: A Heartwarming Tribute to Tradition and Community in Malta** As the festive season approaches, the air in Malta is filled with the sweet sounds of joy and celebration, particularly through the angelic voices of local children’s choirs. Recently, a prominent children’s choir in Malta performed a rich Christmas programme…
**Wolt Malta Partners with Victim Support Malta to Assist Families at Christmas** As the holiday season approaches, a heartwarming initiative has emerged from Wolt Malta, the popular food delivery service, in collaboration with Victim Support Malta (VSM). This partnership is set to provide essential assistance to families who are facing hardships, particularly those impacted by…
### Children Deliver Christmas Message in Għajnsielem: A Heartwarming Tradition In the quaint village of Għajnsielem, situated on the southeastern coast of Gozo, the holiday spirit has taken on a unique form this year as local children come together to deliver a heartfelt Christmas message. This initiative not only showcases the vibrant community spirit of…
### Gozo’s ‘Presepisti’: A Celebration of Skill and Tradition As the festive season approaches, the island of Gozo comes alive with an artistic tradition that resonates deeply within the local community: the creation of nativity scenes, known as “presepji.” These intricate displays, crafted by skilled artisans known as “presepisti,” not only embody the spirit of…
**More than 350 Meals Delivered to Families in Need on Christmas Day: A Testament to Maltese Solidarity** On Christmas Day, a heartwarming initiative unfolded across Malta, as volunteers and local organizations came together to deliver more than 350 meals to families in need. This remarkable effort not only underscored the spirit of giving inherent in…
### Gozo Bishop Sends Heartfelt Christmas Message to Overseas Priests As the festive season approaches, the Bishop of Gozo, Anton Teuma, has taken a moment to reach out to priests from the island who are serving abroad. In a heartfelt Christmas message, he emphasized the importance of community, faith, and the enduring ties that bind…
**Trump’s Christmas Gospel: Bombs, Blessings, and Blame from a Maltese Perspective** As the festive season approaches, the echoes of political discourse resonate across the globe, carrying with them a distinct blend of hope and turmoil. In Malta, where Christmas is celebrated with fervor and tradition, the recent statements and actions of former President Donald Trump…
### Third Edition of ‘Strings for Christmas’: A Celebration of Music and Community in Malta As the festive season approaches, the island of Malta prepares to embrace one of its most cherished musical events: the third edition of ‘Strings for Christmas’. This annual concert, which showcases the talents of local musicians, not only fills the…
**Boxing Day: A Holiday Celebrated Across the EU but Overlooked in Malta** As the festive season comes to a close, many countries across the European Union wind down with a cherished holiday known as Boxing Day. Traditionally celebrated on December 26, this day serves as a time for families to gather, enjoy leftovers, and engage…
**King Charles Calls for ‘Reconciliation’ in Christmas Speech: A Message Resonating in Malta** In his recent Christmas speech, King Charles III extended a heartfelt call for reconciliation, a poignant message that resonates deeply within the context of Malta. As a nation that has experienced its share of historical tumult and inter-cultural exchanges, the implications of…
**Pope Leo Condemns ‘Open Wounds’ of War in First Christmas Homily: A Malta Perspective** In a poignant message that resonated beyond the walls of the Vatican, Pope Leo delivered his first Christmas homily this year, emphasizing the stark realities of global conflict. His powerful words, condemning the “open wounds” of war, struck a chord particularly…
