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Well, he didn’t put it in as many words, but that’s the meaning, and it’s hard to argue with it:

The world economic crisis might mean fewer Christmas presents, but Pope Benedict XVI says that tough times can give back simplicity and solidarity to holiday celebrations.

Benedict has expressed hope that the financial crisis will help people focus on the spiritual meaning of Christmas, when Christians worldwide mark the birth of Jesus.

Benedict says the crisis can help people to rediscover what he calls “the warmth, simplicity, friendship and solidarity” contained in authentic Christmas values.

American Papist has a link to Benedict XVI’s entire short address.

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