A pilgrim prays the church of Nativity in Bethlehem June 22, 2006. The Church of the Nativity in the heart of Bethlehem marks one of Christianity's most sacred sites - the birthplace of Jesus Christ. Situated on Manger Square 8 km (5 miles) from Jerusalem, the church is built over a grotto where the Virgin Mary is said to have given birth to Jesus. REUTERS/Yannis Behrakis (PALESTINIAN TERRITORIES)