Ahead of the big day, some well-known faces share their messages of hope, inspiration, reflection and joy with Andrea Smith
Senator Frances Black pictured at Leinster House, Dublin on February 10, 2025. (Photo by Grainne Ni Aodha/PA Images via Getty Images)
Christmas is celebrated in many different ways around the world.
A smile, a listening ear, or a helping hand can brighten someone’s day, and in a world where there is so much anger and division, kindness and compassion are so important – they’re grounding principles. It’s what keeps our communities humane, hopeful, and able to weather the tough days.