Executive Director John Carr of the USCCB Department of Justice, Peace and Human Development answers questions about Bishops’ position on health care reform; CNS Spotlight−Christian leaders’ joint declaration; Bishop Blase Cupich on study of the causes and context of sexual abuse of minors by priests; Fact of Faith−planning a quiet "alternative" Christmas;" Excerpt from the Festival of Lessons & Carols; Holy Cross Brother Paul Bednarcyck on a survey of men and women religious in the U.S.; Rome Report—the Vatican Christmas tree; Movie review—"Imagine That."