Before COVID-19, advocates like Javier Robles fought for people with disabilities. The pandemic revealed issues in accessing essential services like medical care and transportation. Disabilities affect everyone, regardless of demographics. Javier, disabled from a young age, has long advocated for these services but notes their voices were overlooked during the pandemic.

Fr. Ray Kelly shares his journey to the priesthood, leaving a stable Civil Service job for his calling. He later auditioned on Britain’s Got Talent with REM’s “Everybody Hurts,” earning a standing ovation and touching Simon Cowell.

“Everybody Hurts” by REM is a hopeful song performed by Fr. Ray Kelly, a renowned singing priest from Ireland in this special Christmas episode. Fr. Ray, is famous for his “Hallelujah” wedding rendition and Britain’s Got Talent performance. Featuring arrangements by legendary pianist Chris Nole, including “Oh Holy Night.”

We are global citizens, especially evident in 2020 as we look to 2021 with hope. Michael Pereira, living in France exemplifies positivity during the COVID pandemic, inspiring others with his belief that “the universe can dream a bigger dream for you.” Prepare to be inspired by Michael as we approach a new year filled with hope.