VIDEO AND PHOTOS: Christmas Tree Lighting

As the early dusk darkened the Twin Cities Dec. 1, the University of St. Thomas community gathered inside the Anderson Student Center to witness the 29th annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. With a message of beauty and hope accompanied by performances by Cadenza and The Summit Singers, the spirit of the season entered the hearts of students, faculty and staff. St. Thomas videographer Nick Clausen and photographer Mark Brown captured the festivities.