24/12/2025
Grand Duchess Juliette-Rose and I send our warmest greetings to all of you, our citizens and friends, at this special time of year.
As the deep winter settles around us here in the North, and the nights are at their longest, we are starkly reminded of the profound human need for light. For centuries, at this darkest time of the year, communities have gathered together to kindle fires, light candles, and share in the warmth of companionship against the cold and the dark.
For many, this is the season of Christmas, a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus and his enduring message of peace and goodwill to all. For others in our diverse community, this season marks a time of quiet reflection, the turning of the Solstice, or simply a moment to rest.
Regardless of our individual faiths or backgrounds, we are united by the spirit of this season: charity, compassion, and hope.
In a modern world that can often feel fractured by conflict and misunderstanding, the values we hold dear in Nyholt—tolerance, justice, and the protection of the vulnerable—shine like beacons. This year, I am reminded that peace is not merely the absence of noise, but the active presence of understanding. It is found in the hand extended to a neighbor, the support given to a friend, and the courage to stand up for those who cannot stand up for themselves.
Especially at this time we think of those for whom this season may be difficult. We celebrate the concept of family in all its forms—not only the families we are born into but the "chosen families" that are so vital to our LGBTQ+ community. Let us ensure that no citizen of Nyholt feels truly alone this winter.
As we look toward the New Year, let us carry the light of this festive season forward. Let us resolve to be kinder, to be steadfast in our defense of the environment, and to be tireless workers for peace.
We wish you all a season of joy, a time of rest, and a very happy Christmas.
H.R.H. Grand Duke Carlos I
H.R.H. Grand Duchess Juliette-Rose
Sovereigns of The Grand Duchy of Nyholt