Christmas is more than lights, decorations, and family celebrations. Above all, it is a holy season—a moment when God longs to come close to every human heart. Saint Padre Pio expressed this beautifully, saying that the true meaning of Christmas is found in a heart that has been purified.
While preparing our homes matters, preparing our souls matters even more. For Padre Pio, there was a simple, humble, and accessible way to open ourselves to God’s grace before the birth of Christ: the mindful and faithful use of holy water.
