The Catholic priest of Torit Diocese is encouraging Christians to live a happy life despite challenges facing them in the country.
Fr Santino Lounoi tells the faithful to receive the birth of Jesus Christ with all their hearts and minds, Radio Emmanuel reports.
He believes Christmas is a day of joy in families and the community at large.
Fr Lounoi urges everybody to tell the truth to bring change in South Sudan.
He advises the leaders to imitate John the Baptist in the Bible.
Fr Santino Lounoi was giving his homily on Sunday morning.