"We must not be laggards; we are not permitted to stand idle. We must set out to see our Saviour lying in a manger. This is the reason for our joy and gladness: this Child has been born to us; he was given to us, as Isaiah proclaims (cf. 9:5)" (Pope Francis, December 24, 2015).

ANS Editorial Office wishes each one of you a holy Christmas and a peaceful 2017