I have taken some time away to celebrate with family and friends one of the most holy days of our year...Christmas, the birth of our Lord and savior, Jesus Christ.  I hope this time of year brings you renewed hope for is that not what our Lord's birth brought to this turbulent world.  God Bless you all in this the new year.  Let us all have a year of renewed hope and great works for his holiness, Jesus Christ  May the holy spirit guide you throughout this glorious year.
     We, as Christians, must be a model of hope and faith to others in desperate need of hope in a world fraught with pain and suffering for the less fortunate. Be Strong, be resilient for our Lord that gave everything on that cross so that we may have hope and eternal life.  What is a little sacrifice in this short life for that great gift. All glory to him our most holy and divine Jesus Christ..let his works begin.