Fr. Glenn: What Next?
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Quite the celebrations of the 250th of the U.S. this year, no? Maybe you saw videos of the celebrations in New York, Washington, Mt. Rushmore … and even Japan!
Despite the naysayers and the often bitterness of critics, it’s remarkable what has been accomplished in a mere 250 years. When one considers the many centuries that empires of the past took to build, such a short time of growth is a comparative blink of the eye. And our form of government—of course imperfect as are all others, and yet so successful—has been imitated to various degrees throughout the world. And despite the Read More
All Shall Be Well: Let Freedom And Kindness Ripple On
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Deacon Amy Schmuck
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
For several months, thanks to a member at our congregation, Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church, I and my ministry colleague have worn a colorful button on our vestments during worship that reads, “Make America Kind Again”. The response was positive, and so that congregation member bought MANY buttons for others to also wear or hand out. My husband has made it a habit to wear one on his bag, and Read More
Fr. Glenn: Holding On
Fr. Glenn Jones:
As we experience often daily, it is becoming increasingly challenging to hold to true and ageless Christian principles. Faith often comes under attack by those advocating for the values of modern culture, which are often diametrically opposed to our faith. We hear often sometimes even from clerics: “The Church should get in touch with the times!”, those critics essentially believing that the values of the world should override even very clear teachings of the faith.
But that’s always been the case, really. Even in the story of Adam and Eve, we are given a first glimpse of the struggle Read More
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum Announces Schedule Of Lectures Through Aug. 12
Courtesy image/LAFSF
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:
For 2026, the Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum invites the public to examine issues at the interface of faith and science on Wednesdays through Aug. 12. After a light dinner at 6 p.m., presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m. to be followed by a Q & A session and table discussion at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church (TOTH) in Los Alamos.
The unique characteristics of the universe will be described by Joyce Guzik with a tie to the Creator. The Haarsmas, who presented in 2015, will follow with a Christian perspective on the multiverse. Read More
Fr. Glenn: Who Knows?
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
We finally come to the summer solstice and begin the season. It’s funny to watch some of the videos of European soccer (excuse me; “football”) fans during the World Cup tournaments find out how hot it gets over here across the pond. In any event, we may be in for a hot one. But … who knows?
Well, one who does know is the one who knows all. In the Catholic Mass Gospel today we hear Jesus assure us:“…not one [sparrow] falls to the ground without your Father’s knowledge. Even all the hairs of your head are counted.” (Matthew 10:29-30)
The omniscience of God—that He is all-knowing—is something Read More
All Shall Be Well: For Those Who Celebrate
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By The Rev. Mary Ann Hill
Rector
Trinity on the Hill
I think one of the biggest surprises I’ve had, in my 25 years of ordained ministry, is how many people who don’t realize that there is no such thing as a perfect family. Every family has struggles, and relationships can be especially hard. Some problems are bigger than others, but I’ve rarely encountered an issue that was unique to one family. I don’t betray confidences, but I do tell people that they aren’t alone Read More
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum: ‘Saved By The Spirits: Did Religion Rescue Paleolithic Humans From Extinction?’ By Dr. Nels Hoffman June 24
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:
The Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum 2026 Summer Series Presents ‘Saved by the Spirits: Did religion rescue paleolithic humans from extinction?’ by Dr. Nels Hoffman at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church (TOTH) at 3900 Trinity Drive. A light meal will be served at 6 p.m.and the forum will be recorded and streamed here.
All hominin species, except for one, have gone extinct. Even a successful species like Homo erectus, who persisted on Planet Earth for more than one and a half million years, is no longer around. Genomic Read More
Fr. Glenn: Reflecting
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
It’s interesting to witness the paroxysms of many over Elon Musk becoming the first trillionaire—the launching of the SpaceX to public trading bumping him through that heretofore unattained ceiling. Of course, it’s a tenuous title; if the stock market takes a downturn or the economy goes into one of its periodic recessions, he’ll likely lose that trillionaire mark and only be worth several hundred billion … poor thing. Of course, most of his wealth is in stock and company ownerships (companies which employ tens of thousands of people, by the way: Tesla 134,000, SpaceX (including Read More
Daily Postcard: Spire Atop LDS Church In Silhouette
Daily Postcard: The spire atop the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints viewed in silhouette at sunrise Tuesday on Grand Canyon Drive in White Rock. Courtesy photo Read More
LAFSF: ‘Oppenheimer & The Science Of Hinduism’ June 17
Courtesy image/LAFSF
LAFSF News:
The Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum (LAFSF) 2026 Summer Series Presents ‘Oppenheimer and the Science of Hinduism’ by Dr. Victoria Erhart on Wednesday, June 17, at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church (TOTH), 3900 Trinity Drive.
A light meal will be served at 6 p.m. The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be recorded and streamed on Zoom at https://losalamosfaithandscienceforum.org.
This presentation examines the relationship between faith and science, as well as religion and science from a variety of angles. It references primary source texts Read More
Scenes From Corpus Christi Procession June 7, 2026
Scene from the third annual Eucharistic Procession on the Feast of Corpus Christi on Sunday, June 7, 2026, hosted by Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (IHM). The procession began at IHM at 3700 Canyon Road, proceeded up Canyon Road and Central Avenue to Ashley Pond Park for Benediction at an Altar of Adoration, then returned to the church for second Benediction. Photo by Tomas Redondo/ladailypost.com
Scene from the Eucharistic Procession to Ashley Pond Park on the Feast of Corpus Christi June 7, 2026. The Feast of Corpus Christi is a Catholic celebration of the real presence of Jesus ChristLos Alamos Faith And Science Forum: Dr. James Carroll June 10
Dr. James Carroll
LAFSF News:
The Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum (LAFSF) 2026 Summer Series presents ‘Introduction to Religious Studies from a Scientific Perspective’ by Dr. James Carroll Wednesday at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church (TOTH), 3900 Trinity Dr.
A light meal will be served at 6 p.m. The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m. It will be recorded and streamed on Zoom at https://losalamosfaithandscienceforum.org.
Religion is often a subject of faith. But given that it is a thing that “people do”, the scientific method can be brought to bear as an approach to studying it, which Read More
A ‘Blast’ Of The ‘Jewish Canon’ 3-Part Class Begins June 15
Rabbi Jack Shlachter surrounded by books in his home library. Courtesy/LAJC
Los Alamos Jewish Center News:
The Jews have been called “The People of the Book” but more aptly, we should be called the People of the Books! And what better place to learn about many of the books associated with the Jewish people than Los Alamos’s Mesa Public Library?
Rabbi Jack Shlachter will be facilitating a three-part series on consecutive Monday evenings at the library, starting on June 15, highlighting books in the Jewish canon. For all three sessions, the first 15 minutes will be refreshments and informal socializing, Read More
Fr. Glenn: Can There Be Too Much?
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
It’s funny how easily we toss around extreme phrases: “I gave everything I had?!” “You have to give 110%!!” But do we? Are we truly so generous of ourselves?
On the other hand, if someone were to chastise a parent, a child or a spouse: “You give too much love!”, I think most of us would think such phrase absurd. Love for another is the one thing that should be limitless. Certainly there are better ways than others to manifest love (not enabling self-destructive behavior for one), but, like God who IS love (1 John 4:8), the greatest love is that which has no end. Infinite.
When we’re thinking Read More
All Shall Be Well: How Do You Describe God?
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, and The Rev. Mary Ann Hill. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb (ELCA), retired
Last Sunday was Trinity Sunday, the First Sunday after Pentecost. In many of our churches we change the paraments (banners, and frontispieces) from the red of Pentecost Sunday to the white used for a special Feast Day. But this annual feast day differs from others.
Trinity Sunday is about our theology, our understanding of the mystery of God. It addresses the basic doctrine of the Trinity held by the Christian Read More
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum Series Begins June 10
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum presentations scheduled June 10 to Aug. 12. Courtesy/LAFSF
LAFSF News:
For 2026, the Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum (LAFSF) invites the public to examine issues at the interface of faith and science Wednesdays, June 10 to Aug. 12. After a light dinner at 6 p.m., presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m. to be followed by a Q & A session and table discussion at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church in Los Alamos.
The unique characteristics of our universe will be explored. The Haarsmas, who presented in 2015, will follow with a Christian perspective on the multiverse. Read More
IHM To Host Eucharistic Procession To Ashley Pond Park
Scene from the Eucharistic Procession crossing Central Avenue on its way to Ashley Pond Park on the Feast of Corpus Christi in 2025. Courtesy/IHM
Scene from Benediction at an Altar of Adoration at Ashley Pond Park during the Feast of Corpus Christi Eucharistic Procession event in 2025. Courtesy/IHM
IHM Community News:
The Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (IHM) will host its third annual Eucharistic Procession on the Feast of Corpus Christi to be held this year on Sunday, June 7.
The procession will begin at IHM at 3700 Canyon Road immediately following the 9 a.m. Mass, proceed up Canyon Read More
Fr. Glenn: The Triune One
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Had a funeral yesterday—a weekly, if not even daily, occurrence in many parishes. Sometimes there are family members who do not get along for this or that reason (sadly, often due to bickering over mere things or inheritance), but it’s always nice when there seems to be an absence of that as we had yesterday, with all the family embracing and rejoicing in the love of one another. As our society changes and relatives become scattered to the various states and even countries, we love when we can rejoice in that common bond of family which unites us.
I was thinking of that as we move from Read More
All Shall Be Well: Pentecost And Memorial Day In The United States Of America
Clergy from left, Deacon Amy Schmuck, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, and The Rev. Mary Ann Hill. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Deacon Amy Schmuck
Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church
This Sunday we celebrate Pentecost, which signifies the official recognition of the Holy Spirit being given to Jesus’ followers and thus consecrating the Christian Church with the presence of a mighty wind, with tongues of fire, and witnessing a sudden ability in all present this moment to hear and understand many different languages speaking God’s Holy Word.
We also this week honor the members Read More
Daily Postcard: San José De Gracia Church In Las Trampas
