Notre Dame celebrates Christmas mass, weeks after re-opening | ABS-CBN News

Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris hosted its first Christmas mass on Tuesday (December 24) since it was reopened, five and a half years after a catastrophic fire nearly destroyed the historic landmark, decimating its spire and roof.

During service, Priest Henry de Villefranche said the cathedral served as a symbol of faith, unity, and hope.

Additional Christmas masses will be held later on Tuesday, at 6pm and 8pm. A traditional midnight mass, presided over by the Archbishop of Paris, will also be celebrated.

No reservations are possible for Christmas services, attendees are advised to arrive 30 minutes ahead of time.

On the evening of April 15, 2019, the cathedral's roof burst into flames. Much of the roof collapsed but the bell towers and facade held. It remains unclear what exactly caused the fire.

840 million euros ($888 million) were donated from all over the world for the five-year long restoration work, according to French President Emmanuel Macron’s office.

(Production: Lauren Bacquie)

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