Italian media reported that the comments came at an event held on the feast of St. Nicholas, the initial inspiration for the figure of Santa Claus and widely known for his generosity.
“First of all, on behalf of the bishop, I express my regret for this statement which disappointed the children, and I want to clarify that this was not at all the intention of Mr. Staglianò”, indicates the press release.
Paolini said that the Bishop’s goal was to “reflect on the meaning of Christmas and the beautiful traditions that accompany it with greater awareness and to” regain the beauty of a now increasingly commercial Christmas. “and” de-Christianized “.
“If we can all learn one lesson, young or old, from the figure of Santa Claus (which originates from Bishop Saint-Nicolas) it is this: fewer gifts to” create “and” consume ” “and more” goodies “to share,” the statement added.
“A real fact has come out, namely that Christmas no longer belongs to Christians,” Staglianò told the newspaper, adding that “the Christmas atmosphere of lights and shopping has taken the place of Christmas”.
He said the “culture of consumption” had obscured the true meaning of the festival, which was a message of giving – exemplified by the birth of the baby Jesus, who was “born to give himself to all mankind.”
The apologies matched, saying on Christmas “we receive the quintessential gift, Jesus Christ” and suggested “showing up for someone we have neglected or ignored for a long time or to mend a damaged relationship” as a more gift. significant.
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