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Fr. Becerra: In our Hispanic Catholic community, many hearts today are living with unease, weariness, and concern. The circumstances that surround us and the uncertainties of this moment weigh deeply on each person’s heart. And it is only natural that, in the midst of all this, there exists the risk that fear and anguish may steal our peace, our hope, and our faith.

As we reflect on the past year, we give thanks for the many ways the Lord has worked through our Archdiocese Pro-Life ministry and through each of you who have answered His call to defend the dignity of every human person. In moments of challenge and in times of grace, your faithful witness has been a light of hope and mercy within our Archdiocese. May the fruits of this year strengthen our resolve to continue building a culture that cherishes life, guided always by Christ, the Lord of Life Himself.

What Happens When Four Priests Walk Into a Portland Restaurant? Msgr. Gerard O’Connor, rector of the Portland Cathedral, urges Catholics to witness to their faith this Christmas season with family and friends. Reflecting on Christ’s words, “Whoever denies me before others, I will deny before my heavenly Father,” he shared an amusing story of a recent dinner in downtown Portland with three fellow priests in clerics that drew the attention of the entire restaurant. The reactions were not hostile. One family asked the priests to pray with them, and Msgr. Cihak, former papal Master of Ceremonies, offered a blessing, while a group of young women asked to take a photo.

Archbishop Alexander Sample speaks about the alarming fall-off rate among recently confirmed Catholics and the urgent need to rekindle the fire of faith.

The ornaments at The Grotto are one of many examples showcasing the high-level tech work coming out of St. Therese School in Northeast Portland school.

As we begin Advent, the Archbishop calls the faithful to renewed spiritual wakefulness at the start of the Church’s new liturgical year. He reflects on life, mortality, and the many distractions of modern culture, urging all to refocus on eternity and remain ready to meet the Lord.