CHRISTMAS
MESSAGES FROM
THE PRIESTS
AND SISTERS
Dear Family: I wish you a Mary, not a merry,
for she is half of the awesome good news. We
celebrate Christ’s Mass and it is so simple: God
became man so we can have eternal life. My
gratitude for all the love and support and prayers
you all showed to me, my mom and family on the death
of my sister, Andrea. But I know she is beyond joy
celebrating in our ultimate home – the incarnation
of our Savior. Amen!
Father Nicholas Pavia
Dear Friends: The shepherds were joyful upon
seeing the light of God which led them to the Light
of the world, Baby Jesus, on the first night of
Christmas. On this Christmas, May the Lord in His
goodness give you and your loved ones a taste of
that joy which the shepherds experienced when the
light of God’s glory shone around them on that first
Christmas night. Merry Christmas!
Father Marcel
Saint-Jean
Dear St. Joseph Parishioners:
The
“Christmas rush” sometimes leaves us out of breath
and out of energy. We have all made many
preparations for the family and others we love so
much, and we will be celebrating in a special way
this Christmas weekend and into the New Year. It
really is that great, wonderful time of the year!
We might even have a “white” Christmas. However,
let us not overlook the true meaning of all these
celebrations, because it is all about recognizing
the presence of Jesus Christ, right here in our
midst – not just in the church, but within
ourselves, our family, in the home and the meals, in
the lights, the tree, the gifts, the stars, the
smiles and the coming together just to celebrate
that love, peace, joy of what it means to be
Christian. Spread that love around everywhere. May
you all have a blessed, prayerful and holy Christmas
Season.
Father John Grace
Dear Friends: Our world and each of us is in
need of light! As we approach this beautiful feast
and season of Christmas, we pray that the LIGHT of
CHRIST may touch all people and cast out whatever
fears or darkness may be burdening hearts so that
all may be filled with the peace and joy of the
Lord. In a special way, we are grateful to all of
you for reflecting the LIGHT of Jesus’ love to us.
Be assured of a special remembrance in our prayers
during this beautiful season. A blessed Christmas
to all!
Sisters Rita,
Jerilyn, Carolyn, Ruth and Nancy
Christmas Messages
