Good evening everyone!<\/p>\n
Honourable Bishop of Kosovo, Your Eminence Dod\u00eb Gjergji,<\/p>\n
Honourable Prime Minister Kurti,<\/p>\n
Deputy Prime Ministers, ministers, MPs, leaders of political parties, mayors,<\/p>\n
Honourable Grand Mufti, people of knowledge and art,<\/p>\n
Dear friends,<\/p>\n
I am very happy that tonight, on Christmas Eve, on this holiday of love,<\/p>\n
unity and hope, we are here together at the Cathedral of our holy Mother Teresa to celebrate.<\/p>\n
Hence, please allow me to recall the true character of Christmas, the sufferings of Christ for humanity, his sacrifice and resurrection, and to recall our example of goodness, that of Mother Teresa.<\/p>\n
Let us recall our values, which are so well and so profoundly exemplified by our Mother, Saint Teresa!<\/p>\n
She sacrificed herself for humanity, for the poorest of the poor, and from their suffering she created the image of the resurrection of hope, of love for humanity, and of unsparing help.<\/p>\n
Today, following her example, we not only wish each other a Merry Christmas, but we reflect deeply on what makes this holiday so special. Beyond the twinkling lights that symbolize hope, we reflect on our generosity and unity.<\/p>\n
Distinguished participants,<\/p>\n
Christmas is an inspiration that reminds us all that in the face of challenges, hope must triumph. It reminds us that we must appreciate the people in our lives, express our gratitude to the family that loves us unconditionally, to the friends who stand by us, and to our fellow citizens, with whom we are connected by blood, language, and hope.<\/p>\n
The magic of Christmas makes us turn our attention tonight to those who are close to us and to those who are far away in service. Above all, to those who need our care the most today. Therefore, following the example of our Gonxhe, let us take look after tonight and throughout the coming year all those who are waiting for our help and who need our care! Christmas is a moment to show kindness and care to them, by giving them a warm smile, a gesture of love, let us brighten their world. Thus, we make the world around us even more beautiful. Let us remember the saying: It is more blessed to give gifts than to receive them. Giving, after all, spreads the joy of Christmas very widely. Christmas reminds us that light always finds a way through darkness and that love has the power to transform even the hardest of hearts. So, as we celebrate, let’s embrace the true meaning of Christmas. Let’s laugh, celebrate, and create memories that will last a lifetime! Let’s remember those who can’t be with us and hold them close in our hearts! Let’s also remember, as I said, those who need it most, and most importantly, let’s keep the Christmas spirit with us long after the decorations are gone. Thank you all for being a part of this beautiful moment! May your days be filled with love, peace, and endless joy! I wish all Christian believers a Merry Christmas, with much joy and peace in their families and the entire Republic of Kosovo!<\/p>\n
Merry Christmas to all!<\/p>\n