Winner: Caroline Stewart (Magheralin Parish, Down and Dromore) The Gazette’s annual Christmas Cover Competition once again drew an impressive array of entries, reflecting both the creativity and the devotional imagination found across our Church communities. This year’s theme was ‘Light Shines in the Darkness’. The winning artwork graces this month’s front page, but we are delighted to showcase here several of the commendable entries which also captured the spirit of the season. This year’s submissions demonstrated remarkable variety: traditional scenes sat alongside imaginative interpretations, whilst some young artists offered joyful depictions of Christmas. Many entries spoke powerfully of hope, hospitality, and the light of Christ breaking into ordinary life — themes that feel especially resonant as we prepare for Advent and Christmas. The standard was notably high, with thoughtful use of colour and symbolism woven through the designs. As we celebrate the coming of the Christ Child, it is heartening to see...