Christmas and New Year

Our Christmas celebrations began at the Konvikt Centre with the annual Christingle service, led by Rev. Chris Lyon, assisted by Fr Ed. The Masses of Christmas held in Hollerich were well attended as usual, in spite of so many people being out of Luxembourg. The church looked very seasonal and the liturgies were beautiful, festive and prayerful.

Ss Peter & Paul, Hollerich, Christmas 2012

For the first time in recent years, we celebrated the Feast of Mary, Mother of God on New Year’s Day, and over 100 people came along. The festive mood was slightly diminished when we discovered the church at Hollerich had been broken into, and Mass was delayed as the police made their investigations. Happily nothing had been stolen (although a bottle of altar wine had been drained!) but there was glass from one of the stained-glass windows and from another window by the side door. Once Mass was underway, however, full cheer returned. Mass was followed by tea, coffee — and a glass of Cremant for those who wished.

All Mass times are now back to normal.

A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!

Fr Ed