December 11, 1997

Local Features

• Religious Persecution Continues in China
• New 'Adoption' Program Attempts to Stem Tide of Religious Persecution
• Light-Keepers of Fatima Link Hands, Rosaries Across the World
• Dr. Nathanson Relates Conversion Story at Christendom
• Service to Disabled Combines Information Referrals, Parish Outreach
• Seton School in Manassas Makes Christmas CD
• O'Connell Math Teacher Joe Connolly Dies
• School Profile: Notre Dame Academy, Middleburg

Teaching & Commentary

• Editor's Desk: The Creche Lady By Michael F. Flach
• Christmas Respite By Jennifer Jordan
• Christmas Signals New Beginning By Fr. Charles Mangan
• Gospel Commentary: Asking the Right Questions By Fr. Lee Gross
• Catholic Alcoholics Need Our Help By Mary D.
• Mary's Immaculate Conception Straight Answers by Fr. William Saunders
• Advent Series: Joyful Expectations By Fr. Edward Hathaway