Christmas in Washington 2010

President Obama talks Jesus, tradition on 'Christmas in Washington' 2010 concert

President Barack Obama took to the podium at the 2010 "Christmas in Washington" concert to thank Mariah Carey, Maxwell and others for their memorable performances, as well as speak on his Christian faith, the history and tradition of Christmas, and the true meaning of the holiday season.
At the podium, President Obama was flanked by his wife Michelle and their two daughters, Malia and Sasha.
Here are a few of the President Obama's remarks from the concert, which helped raise money for the Children's National Medical Center:

"This season reminds us that more than 2,000 years ago, a child born in a stable brought our world a redeeming gift of peace and salvation. It's a story with a message that speaks to us to this day -- that we are called to love each other as we love ourselves, that we are our brother's keeper and our sister's keeper, and our destinies are linked."

"It's a message that guides my Christian faith and it focuses us as we think about all those whose holidays may be a bit tougher this year. We pray for our troops serving far away from the warmth of family and homespun traditions. We remember those who are out of work, or struggling just to get by. We hold in our hearts all those who've fallen on hard times this holiday season."

"Because while Christmas is a time to celebrate, a time to sing chorals and exchange gifts, it's also something more. It's a time to rediscover the meaning of words like "charity" and "compassion" and "goodwill"; to do our part for our neighbors; to serve God through serving others. So from our family to yours, happy holidays, everybody. Merry Christmas, and God bless you all. And God bless the United States of America. Thank you very much."

Source: http://www.examiner.com/african-american-entertainment-in-national/president-obama-talks-jesus-tradition-on-christmas-washington-2010-concert