The Christ in Christmas

A chara, - As we are now in the holy season of of Advent, I have a request to make of all, but especially of people working …

A chara, - As we are now in the holy season of of Advent, I have a request to make of all, but especially of people working in TV and radio (presenters, programme controllers, chat show hosts, comedians, etc).

It is this: that the holy name of Jesus be used throughout this season (at least) only in a respectful, reverential way. To use his name otherwise is offensive to many people on this island.

Surely, if we are serious about not causing offence to others we can, at least, do this. - Is mise,

P. J. McMANUS, Monaincha, Roscrea, Co Tipperary.