The Blessing of Baby Jesus

In 1969, St. Pope Paul VI began the custom of blessing the statuettes of the Infant Jesus “Benedizione dei Bambinelli”  that would be used in the manger scenes set up at home. Since then, on the 3rd Sunday of Advent, this blessing has been imparted upon these statuettes that are brought to church. We invite you, especially our children, to bring your “Gesu Bambino” to Mass on December 14.