Bambinelli Sunday

Blessing of Baby Jesus – Sunday, December 16/17, 2023

Where? At all Churches at the end of all Masses

When? Sunday, December 16 & 17, 2023

Join us this Advent on the special Gaudete Sunday, also celebrated in Rome as “Bambinelli Sunday”. This heartwarming tradition, initiated by Pope Paul VI in 1969, invites everyone to experience the joy and blessing of the season.

What's Happening?
On December 16th and 17th, at the end of all Masses, we will have the Blessing of Baby Jesus. This is a time-honored tradition where the Pope gives a blessing during the Angelus in St. Peter’s Square on the third Sunday of Advent.

Bring Your Bambinelli!
Everyone is invited to bring the Baby Jesus figure from your crèche. As Pope Benedict XVI once said, it's about "bringing the baby Jesus into our homes", celebrating God entering our lives and homes.

Let's share in this beautiful tradition together!