Without the burden of afflictions, it is impossible to reach the height of grace. The gift of grace increases as the struggles increase.
St. Rose

When Will The Christ Child Come?
The Christ-child comes in a real sense whenever human beings act out of authentic love for the Lord and do not settle for the mere exchange of gifts.- Pope Emeritus Benedcit XVI https://catholic-link.org/the-best-catholic-gifts-for-2021-giveaways/ [soliloquy...