Reasons for optimism

Re: Front page photo of stained glass window in the Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul in Montreal, and editorial, Seeking God's love on a lonely Christmas, Dec. 24

In the atmosphere of papered-over shop windows, boarded-up stores and empty restaurants where once there was a noisy vibe, the Post came through with a cover that brought a broad smile to my face and an editorial that brought comfort indeed, reminding us that we are never alone. Thank you and Merry Christmas indeed!

Margie Baker, Toronto

Re: Hope: Reasons for optimism, Dec. 26

Saturday's op-ed articles highlighting hope and optimism struck a chord with me. A quote from Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, of blessed memory, aptly highlights the correlation between these two important traits. “Optimism is the belief that things will get better. Hope is the faith that, together, we can make things better.”

During these times of uncertainty and confusion, may the lights of the holiday season inspire and strengthen us for the challenges of the year to come.