Christmas is a big festival for the followers of Christianity in different countries of the world due to the Corona epidemic. Pope Francis has called on all to stand by the helpless poor in the midst of the epidemic.

In the early hours of Christmas, Pope Francis prays for Christmas with at least a hundred associates at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. Due to the epidemic, the first-morning prayer was observed in a limited manner following the hygiene rules.

Everyone except the pope is seen taking part in it wearing a mask. Due to the curfew, the prayer started two hours ago.

Pope Francis Jorge Mario Bergoglio said: “We show our love for God by helping the needy. He came to us in times of poverty and need.

Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus Christ in the West Bank, also has limited Christmas prayers.

Christmas greetings from US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump.

A small number of members of the Catholic community in Cairo, Egypt, also joined in the prayers. Egypt has canceled the Christmas and New Year celebrations due to Corona but has kept the church open to all in compliance with the restrictions.