*Administration of Barack H. Obama, 2010 *

**Statement on the Great Feast of the Nativity **

*January 7, 2010 *

To those of the Orthodox Christian faith who are celebrating the Great Feast of the Nativity today, Michelle and I wanted to extend our warmest wishes to you and your family. The holiday season is a time to reflect upon and cherish what's most important in life: our most deeply held values, the love of friends and family, and the bond of community and country. May this continue to be a time of fellowship and generosity to our fellow citizens.

*Categories:* Statements by the President : Great Feast of the Nativity*.*

*Names:* Obama, Michelle*.*

*Subjects:* Christmas and winter holidays.

*DCPD Number:* DCPD201000011.