Just days before the royal family gathers at Sandringham for their annual Christmas celebration, Princess Catherine of Wales delighted her fans with an exciting announcement following King Charles’s emotional message mourning the victims of recent tragedies. Kensington Palace surprised well-wishers ahead of Christmas with the news that the much-anticipated annual Christmas Carol service, hosted by the Princess of Wales, will air on December 22nd.
The official Instagram account of the Prince and Princess of Wales shared a powerful video message from Catherine, filmed at her annual Christmas Carol service at Westminster Abbey. In the video, the Princess of Wales warmly welcomes viewers to the service and reflects on the meaning of Christmas. "Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year," Catherine said, focusing on the themes of empathy, love, and kindness. She encouraged her audience to embrace the spirit of Christmas, reminding them to step back from the pressures of daily life and make space for reflection and personal growth.
Catherine continued, urging people to live with open hearts, filled with love, kindness, and forgiveness. She emphasized that the holiday season provides an opportunity to slow down and connect with the deeper values that unite us all. "So much of what the Christmas spirit is all about," she said, "is about reflecting on our own vulnerabilities and recognizing how much we need each other, despite our differences."
Love, she pointed out, is the greatest gift we can receive, not just at Christmas, but every day of the year. "It encourages us to turn to love, not fear," Catherine said. "Love that listens with empathy, love that is kind and understanding, love that is forgiving, and love that brings joy and hope."
Across the United Kingdom, countless inspiring people are embracing those in need, and Catherine's Carol service is a heartfelt celebration of their efforts. "At Christmas and throughout the year, we must all shine for each other because, in times of joy and sadness, we are each other's light," she said.
It’s also important to recognize that Princess Catherine, who recently completed cancer treatment, has vowed to spread love and promote harmony in her messages. The sentiments she shared in the video align with the letter she sent to the 1,600 attendees at Westminster Abbey on December 6th, as well as to the 15 additional locations across the UK before the Christmas holidays.
In the midst of her own challenges, Catherine’s commitment to spreading love and positivity remains unwavering. This latest announcement came shortly after King Charles released a deeply emotional message mourning the loss of lives and property caused by a devastating natural disaster in Venice. The royal family expressed their sorrow and extended their heartfelt sympathy to the affected communities.
While King Charles focused on offering support to global communities in crisis, Princess Catherine brought festive joy with her highly anticipated update on the Carol service—a tradition that celebrates resilience, kindness, and the true spirit of Christmas.
Back in January, Catherine had undergone abdominal surgery, leading her to step out of the public eye for two months. Later in the year, she revealed that she had been diagnosed with cancer and would require chemotherapy. The press and public gave her space to heal, and when Catherine was declared cancer-free, she released a video featuring her husband, Prince William, and their children, sharing the good news.
This year’s Christmas card, which was shared on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter), was a photograph taken on the day the Wales family filmed the cancer-free video, which was released on December 19th. The card perfectly encapsulated the joy and resilience the family has shown throughout the year.
