Many have been asking for copies of Matthew Kelly's excellent book, Rediscover Catholicism. We have just received 250 more copies, again gifted to the parish by a benefactor. They are available at the parish office during the week and on the weekends at the Plaza Welcome Center or Parish Bookstore. I will be holding my one-time discussion on the book this Wednesday, January 12th at 7pm in the Church, and Francesca Preston will be holding her book discussion on Saturday, January 15th at 9am. Call the parish office for details.

I know of quite a few people who get depressed during the dark, damp, dreary days of January and February. The Valley Fog soaks into our brains and soddens our souls. What to do? Well, we could fly to Hawaii and go snorkeling, but that is expensive. We could escape to the mountains for some skiing, but that is cold and a bit expensive too. I recommend two local and inexpensive solutions: First, read a book, and I have just the one, available in our parish bookstore: Pope Benedict's Light of the World. It's a quick read, I'd say, and most profitable to our souls. Second, attend a retreat, and I have just the one, held right here in Fr. O'Hare Hall, February 5. It is our annual Silent Marian Retreat. A good book, and a good retreat, will cure anyone of the winter doldrums.