The pace of the “Christmas Season” can exhaust us. But we can choose to slow down and focus on the coming of Christ during these four weeks before Christmas called Advent, says Michelle Van Loon. She’s the author of “Moments & Days: How Our Holy Celebrations Shape Our Faith.”

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Bemus Point, New York’s Carri Raynor. After losing her husband to suicide 12 years ago, she now helps others dealing with depression.

Today, we look at three groups offering help to the community along with ways that you could possibly serve your neighbors.