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Vatican Nativity Celebrates 25,000 Babies Saved from Abortion

12/18/2025

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The Vatican Nativity scene symbolizes over 25,000 babies saved from abortion this year and was crafted by Costa Rican artist Paula Sáenz Soto.
Shawn Carney, leader of 40 Days for Life, praised the display and said Pope Leo XIV should support the pro-life movement.
Carney said he is a stronger advocate than his predecessor.
He described the Nativity as highlighting the importance of family and the unborn amid abortion globally.

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The Vatican Nativity scene symbolizes over 25,000 babies saved from abortion this year and was crafted by Costa Rican artist Paula Sáenz Soto.
Shawn Carney, leader of 40 Days for Life, praised the display and said Pope Leo XIV should support the pro-life movement.
Carney said he is a stronger advocate than his predecessor.
He described the Nativity as highlighting the importance of family and the unborn amid abortion globally.