So very quickly Christmas is coming, almost here. If we have prepared ourselves properly, we should be experiencing a sense of joyous anticipation. This should happen every year but more importantly it should be happening perpetually in our heart as each of us realize that we are approaching the second and final coming of Christ Jesus. If you think about it, the joy of Christmas in our lives is a mixed celebration of new life, surprise, reception, fulfillment, renewal, reunion, and peace. That is exactly the Lord’s will for our eternity. No matter how your Christmas this year turns out, good, bad, or ugly, the best is still coming! So, remember this, celebrate, and share the joy! As in previous years we will have an additional Christmas Eve Mass, 4:30 PM & 6:30 PM. I am aware that because of family gatherings the 4:30 is the most popular. But if it makes no difference to your schedule, please consider attending the 6:30 or Christmas morning Mass. The 4:30 will be full. Yours in Christ our Lord. Fr. Sid