During these joyous holidays, let us remember that Jesus Christ is the reason that there is a Christmas season. Celebrate at a church of your choice. Cherish religious freedom.

John Mazur

Kailua

A kinder, gentler time

In the spirit of this holiday season, and after what some consider a particularly divisive election year, we invite you, dear readers, to write in about kindness — something so special, touching or positive that it should be shared with our community.

Send a 150-word letter, or a commentary at 500-600 words, to letters@staradvertiser.com by Dec. 19 evening. A collection of these will run on Dec. 23, just before Christmas.

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