Inquirers Classes At Saint Job Of Pochaiv Orthodox Christian Church Begin Feb. 2
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Christian Church will be holding inquirers classes for anyone who is curious about the ancient Christian Faith, on Thursday evenings during February. The classes will begin at 5:30 p.m. and light refreshments will be served. For more information, visit stjobla.org, or call Father Theophan at 575.915.6535. The first class is Feb. 2 and will look at Church History. Courtesy photo Read More
Knights Of Columbus Free Throw Competition Jan. 29
2016 Participants. Courtesy photoPastor Raul Granillo: Not My Church
By Pastor Raul Granillo
Los Alamos
For most of my life, I thought that the most important activity for a Christian was to attend church or mass on Sundays. I’m not sure if I was just ignorant of what everyone else knew, or if this was the common mentality. To be honest, I kind of thought that going to church was both the beginning and end of being a Christian.
I’m afraid that, even if we don’t admit it, for too many Christians, attending service on Sunday allows us to feel as if we have attained the highest achievement possible in our lives. Maybe so many only go occasionally so that it can mean more when Read More
Pastor Raul Granillo: Getting Eaten By Zombies
By PASTOR RAUL GRANILLO
Los Alamos
The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice. Proverbs 12:15 (NIV)
Every parent who has more than one child and a video game console has heard phrases like, “Turn around and push X,” or “You’re going the wrong way, the zombies are going to eat you!” Don’t forget the infamous, “Here, let me do it for you!”
It’s funny (or not), but as I listened to my oldest son get frustrated at my youngest daughter, I couldn’t help but reminisce about my brothers and me playing Contra and doing the same thing. Oh, the fights my mamma had to break up. I’m not sure Read More
Volunteers Needed At The Shop On The Corner
Shop on the Corner is open 8:30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays at TOTH on the corner of Canyon Road and Diamond Drive. Courtesy photoSanctity Of Life Awareness & Unity Day Jan. 18
Pastor Raul: Mac And Cheese Theology
By Pastor Raul GranilloIHM Conducts Bags For The Homeless Ministry
One of the bags for the homeless being distributed by Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Courtesy photoBy MAIRE O’NEILL
Los Alamos
When temperatures drop at this time of the year, we become more aware of the homeless in our New Mexico communities when the risk of hypothermia joins the long list of other challenges they face. Since June, parishioners at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church have been putting together bags for distribution to the homeless.
Wording on the bags is a quote from St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, which states, “The Divine Heart of Jesus is an ocean full of all good Read More
City RockFest Tour Coming To Area Feb. 23
Random Hero performs Feb. 23 at Pojoaque Middle School. www.pledgemusic.com/projects/random. Courtesy photo
Scarlet White performs Feb. 23 at Pojoaque Middle School. www.scarletwhitemusic.com/. Courtesy photo
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Pastor Granillo: Uncommon Peace
By Pastor Raul GranilloPastor Granillo: The Twelve Days Of Christmas
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By Pastor Raul GranilloLos Alamos
It should be of no surprise that the “true love” we have is our Creator who “so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him” (John 3:16-17).
There is no concrete evidence that Biblical symbolism was the intention of the writer of this song, but it does follow the 12 days of Christmas that are celebrated until the Day of Kings on January 6th, and it does allow us to the opportunity Read More
Hanukkah Begins Today At Sunset
Hanukkah candles. Courtesy photoStaff Report
The eight-day Jewish celebration known as Hanukkah or Chanukah commemorates the rededication during the second century B.C. of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, where according to legend Jews had risen up against their Greek-Syrian oppressors in the Maccabean Revolt.
Hanukkah, which means “dedication” in Hebrew, begins on the 25th of Kislev on the Hebrew calendar and usually falls in November or December. Often called the Festival of Lights, the holiday is celebrated with the lighting of the menorah, traditional foods, games and gifts.
The Read More
Nativity Play At Trinity On The Hill Saturday
TOTH Musical Scene. Courtesy photoLos Alamos Big Band Christmas Dance Dec. 28
Mark your calendars! The annual Christmas Dance featuring the Los Alamos Big Band is 7:30-10:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 28 at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish Hall. Come and dance the night away, or if dancing isn’t your thing, just sit and enjoy listening to the live sounds of the 40’s and 50’s with some Christmas tunes mixed in of course. All of the proceeds will benefit the IHM Youth Group who will be hosting the event with festive decorations and refreshments. Tickets are $15, $10 for students and $5 for children under 12.Letter To The Editor: Thank You Los Alamos Community For Supporting Children’s Christmas Bazaar
Pastor Raul Granillo: Undeserved Joy
By PASTOR RAUL GRANILLO
Los Alamos
When God raised up his servant, he sent him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways. Acts 3:26
There have been times in my life when I felt as if some of the things that I had done were so horrible that even God could not forgive me. I’m sure I’m not the only person who has felt this way.
I’m sure of this because I have heard others express the same sentiment—that some actions even God cannot forgive. While it is true that we live in a world that generally believes some things are not only unforgiveable, but should be unforgivable, Read More
Alpha Zeta Thanks Los Alamos For Generosity
A mountain of gifts donated by the community arrive Thursday at the Christian Church and will be delivered to more than 80 local families to brighten their Christmas. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon
ALPHA ZETA News:
Gifts began pouring in Thursday at the Christian Church, 92 East Road, for more than 80 local families. These families applied for assistance this past holiday season and the Los Alamos Adopt-A-Family program matched every single family with a generous local sponsor family.
The Adopt-A-Family program was founded many years ago and has assisted many Los Alamos and surrounding area residents. Read More
United Thrift Shop Hosts Half Price Sale Dec. 21
The United Church Thrift Shop is hosting a half price sale Dec. 21. Courtesy image
UNITED CHURCH THRIFT SHOP News:
The United Church Thrift Shop is hosting a half price sale on everything except jewelry Dec. 21 at 2525 Canyon Road in Los Alamos.
The community is invited to shop for those last minute Christmas gifts for family, friends and co-workers. Read More
