The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has released its 2025 Light the World video, and this year’s message feels especially tender. “The First Christmas Story, Retold by Children” brings the Nativity to life through the voices and imaginations of children, weaving their reenactments together with scenes from the Church’s 2019 film The Christ Child.
The result is a heartwarming, joyful way to revisit the story found in Luke 2—one that invites viewers to feel the wonder of Christ’s birth all over again. The video debuted on November 30, 2025, across the Church’s social media platforms with an invitation to “experience the joy that comes from the Savior of the world.”
This year’s video is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French, making it easy for families in many places to enjoy it together. Having children tell the story adds an approachable, heartfelt tone that feels especially fitting for the season.
A unique element this year is how global the project has become. Church areas in Kenya, the Philippines, Brazil, and South America created their own versions of the video, adapting it to their local languages, cultures, and Christmas traditions.
Those localized productions—available in French, Tagalog, Portuguese, and Spanish—will appear on the Church’s websites and social channels, offering a glimpse of how believers around the world celebrate the Savior.
The heart of Light the World remains rooted in the Savior’s message. Speaking at a Light the World event in Kansas City, Missouri, on November 22, 2025, Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles reminded listeners why this annual effort matters.
“‘The Light the World initiative is rooted in the biblical teaching of Jesus Christ, who declared, ‘I am the light of the world’ (John 8:12),” he said. He added that discipleship is most meaningful when it translates into action.
“‘His light was never meant to be admired from afar. It was meant to be shared. When we give, whether it be through a machine, a donation, or even just a kind act, we become His light.’”
For those looking to add more service or spirit to their Christmas traditions, LighttheWorld.org offers a variety of helps, including videos, an idea generator, and a downloadable list of ways to “Add light to your Christmas Traditions.” It’s an easy place to find simple ways to turn inspiration into everyday acts of kindness.
Ultimately, this year’s child-centered Nativity aims to do more than retell scripture—it invites viewers to reconnect with the joy, hope, and humility at the heart of Christ’s birth. With its global reach, multilingual versions, and gentle reminder to serve others, the 2025 Light the World video encourages everyone to celebrate the Savior by sharing His light in meaningful ways.
Holly Wallace is a writer and storyteller drawn to meaningful questions and overlooked details. Her work explores Latter-day Saint life and culture through faithful inquiry, inviting readers to pause, consider, and engage more deeply with what matters most.
