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Traditionally, Christmas is defined by a sense of togetherness for those of the Christian faith.
However, with coronavirus still a very real threat, churches have had to adapt to a very different environment.
Many religious venues are operating with reduced numbers at services, ticket booking systems or simply streaming services online.
The only thing for certain is that it will be a Christmas unlike any other in recent memory.
For Deacon Paul Mallon, from St Patrick s Cathedral Parish Armagh, the solution to a complex problem has been to increase their offering, to try and ensure that everyone has the chance to celebrate their faith in a more traditional way.