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Vol. 89 No. 26 Dec. 21/28

CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS — Traditions hold us together, especially at Christmas. The staff of the Prairie Messenger wishes you many blessings in the New Year. (Photo by Allison Weber)

Diocesan News

Restorative Ministry volunteers gather to reflect

Advent retreat a powerful experience for women

Prayer shawls can be powerful symbols of love

Perrault talks about sex to parents

Design for St. Gianni's Church unveiled

Canadian News

Report calls for First Nations education reforms

Court reserves decision on Gibbons’ pro-life activism

International News

Report shows Christianity shifting to Africa

Focus shifts to Irish abuse scandal in 2011, but U.S. problems persist