It comes as no surprise that for many of us, the Christmas season brings trials along with its blessings. The season can be stressful and over-packed. For those who are lonely or have lost loved ones, all the communal festivities can highlight who is missing from their lives. For the homeless, it is colder in the streets where they work-out their days. Some of us plainly feel frustrated by the materialization of a time we feel should have more depth.

So this year, 25 Ways to Christmas wants to continue to encourage you to seek out a deeper meaning in this season, and to take a new look at what it means to give. Try donating your time, cash or gifts to one of many quality organizations serving the needs in our community. Offer your attention or prayers to a person you know who could use a warm touch this season. We encourage you to look at these suggestions and choose one new way of giving this season…