Ready or not, the holiday season has arrived. While taking a break from feverishly filling out Christmas cards and making sure everyone on your list has the perfect gift, I encourage you to take a moment and remember the true reason for the season. Michael J. Vieira spoke to various religious leaders in the region and they share their thoughts on how to honor Jesus during the celebration of his birth. There are numerous volunteer opportunities in the region, many of which involve lending a hand to the less fortunate. What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than by giving your time to organizations like the Salvation Army or the Hunger Commission? Sean McCarthy details the good work done by these groups.
