NEW YORK. One promising way to get in the holiday mood is to watch a Christmas-themed movie. And, since yuletide films naturally tend to qualify as family-friendly, they can also provide an opportunity to gather the clan, make some popcorn and relax together.

COLORADO SPRINGS. The Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration at Mount St. Francis ritually marked the transition of some of their ministries to other organizations who will sustain them into the future.

"For a child is born to us, a son is given to us . . .” – Isaiah 9:5

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As Christmas approaches the days grow darker.  In the Holy Land there is war and wrath. The culture in which we live seems increasingly focused on the material things of the world.  We look around and see those who are physically and spiritually hungry, thirsty, naked, ill, and imprisoned.  It can seem as if the darkness is oppressive.

Bishop Golka's Reflection on the Third Sunday of Advent