In Job, we see a man who God allows to be directly attacked by Satan. He is an example of faithfulness as he loses everything important to him yet remains faithful to God. Its purpose is to illustrate God’s sovereignty and faithfulness during a time of great suffering.

CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY TO HOLY FAMILY ! The Mass may seem routine, and it may be the common property of millions of Catholics, but much lies beneath. Mike Aquilina not only answers practical questions about this central act of Catholic wor- ship, but also walks you through the Mass, explaining the meaning behind the prayers and practices. Find answers to such questions as: What is the Real Presence? What are the Jewish roots of the Mass? Why is the Mass a sacrifice? Why do some people receive Communion on the tongue and others in the hand? You may be surprised by how much you've missed in your under- standing of the Mass.

“Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of the these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” —Matthew 25:40 Many parishioners have received, or will soon receive, a letter from Bishop Serratelli requesting support for the 2016 Bishop’s Annual Appeal. This year, the theme of the Appeal is Be Rich in Good Works. The Bishop’s Annual Appeal supports four very worthy causes: our Catholic Charities agencies; Nazareth Village, our diocesan priests’ retirement residence; our inner-city elementary schools and seminarian education. Last year’s Appeal raised a record amount which meant that even more could be done for the people in our Diocese. You can help make this year’s Appeal an even greater success by making a generous pledge today. Whatever you can do to help will be a great blessing!