Happy New Year! A new year is an opportunity for a fresh start. In the spirit of this beautiful season of Christmas, we are filled with hope.

A heavenly light moved shepherds from their fields and Magi from their homeland. Together, they gathered around the manger with the newborn child. He is Emmanuel, God with Us.

“I’m so grateful. The Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care is something else I am thankful for because without the treatments I am still receiving, I wouldn’t be here.” The words of Kevin Cullen, principal of St. Michael School in Augusta, were met with applause from students and staff in the gym of the school on Friday afternoon, December 13.

Bishop Robert P. Deeley will spend time in each classroom of St. Michael School in Augusta on Friday, December 13, during a special visit to the students and staff at the school located on 56 Sewall Street.