Musician Jim Scott To Perform At Unitarian Church Aug. 4
Singer/guitarist/composer Jim Scott will perform Aug. 4 at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
Join Jim Scott, popular singer/guitarist/composer, as he shares his new music and multimedia experience called “The Year to Save the Earth.”
This program, which Scott is presenting around the country and soon in Los Alamos, mixes powerful songs with beautiful projected images of the planet.
His local performance is 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 4, at the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos, 1738 North Sage St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Scott was awarded a National Endowment of the Arts Read More
United Church To Host Sunday Compassion Camp In August
United Church News:
Scripture-based, active, fun and LUNCH: Compassion Camp at The United Church at 2525 Canyon Road is for everyone. The camp is held 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., every Sunday in August.
Learning compassion is for humans of all ages, so kids and adults will become a community of caring.
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact ucoffice@unitedchurchla.org, or 505.662.2791. Check out the church website. Read More
Unitarians Welcome New Ministry With Service, Potluck And Concert
Unitarian Church News:
On Sunday Aug. 4, the Unitarian Church of Los Alamos will welcome Rev. Tina DeYoe as its new Minister Pro Tem, and Terra Hite as Director of Lifespan Religious Education (DLRE).
The service will be led by well-known composer, performer, poet and activist Jim Scott. A potluck will follow, open to the congregation, friends, and any interested visitors, where one can meet and talk with all three.
At 7 p.m. that evening, Scott will offer a concert featuring his new musical and multimedia presentation, “The Year to Save the Earth” along with other songs he has written.
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LAF&SF Hosts Lecture By Dr. Roy Hill At 6 p.m. Today
Dr. Roy Hill
LAF&SF News:
Dr. Roy Hill will be the guest speaker during the Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum’s (LAF&SF) lecture series today at SALA Event Center.
A light meal will be served at 6 p.m. and the lecture will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Hill’s talk, “Psychology and the Near Death Experience”, will discuss how near death experiences are a means to glimpse who we are in God by first-hand accounts of the spiritual realm.
Although there is some empirical support for near death experiences, there is no objective proof of their existence. Rather, those who are predisposed to be interested Read More
Catholic Charities Welcomes New CEO Natasha Gacinski
Natasha Gacinski
CATHOLIC CHARITIES News:
Catholic Charities has announced the appointment of Natasha Gacinski as its new Chief Executive Officer, following the retirement of current CEO, Dolores Nunez.
Gacinski brings extensive experience and a passion for community service that aligns perfectly with the mission and vision of Catholic Charities, which is to honor human dignity while serving the needs of people of all beliefs and backgrounds as they overcome poverty and achieve stability.
Gacinski, born and raised in New York, completed her undergraduate studies in Boston, Mass. She Read More
Fr. Glenn: Reversing Course
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Sigh.
All around it seems we increasingly see division in our own society, and in societies all around the world. What is that old saying? Divide and conquer? But who is this modern “conquistador”? Another old saying: “We have met the enemy, and it is us.”
But … in some sense this has always been. Since the first proto-human picked up a stick to bonk the other guy on the head, there has been division. In that way we hardly rise above the animals which also fight—often even killing—those of their own kind for territory, resources, rights to procreate, etc.
Yet … we have the ability of Read More
TGIF: Participants’ Santa Fe Summer Organ Academy Aug. 2
Sanctuary of the First Presbyterian Church, 208 Grant Ave. in Santa FeCourtesy/FPC
Concert News:
The TGIF concert this week features “Participants’ Recital for the Santa Fe Summer Organ Academy” Aug. 2 at First Presbyterian Church, 208 Grant Ave. in Santa Fe.
The community is invited to ejoy the music of these talented organists. The doors to the sanctuary open at 5:15 p.m. and the concert begins at 5:30 p.m. The concert is free with donations accepted.
This is the fifth Summer Organ Academy. The Academy is led by Kimberly Marshall.
First Presbyterian offers weekly recitals 5:30-6 p.m. Fridays. Read More
All Shall Be Well: ‘God Is Faithful, All The Time’
Clergy from left, Pastor Deb Church, Deacon Amy Schmuck, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Associate Priest Lynn Finnegan, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired and Pastor Nicolé Ferry. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Rev. Deborah Beloved Church
White Rock Presbyterian Church
I recently shared with the WRPC congregation that I have discerned a call to a new thing, and that after five-plus years with them and twenty-five-plus years in the Los Alamos and White Rock communities, I will soon be stepping out of both my role as their pastor and my place in this community, to begin a new chapter in my life. Read More
Interfaith Coalition Collects Backpacks For Refugee Students
Courtesy photo
Interfaith Coalition News:
The Interfaith Coalition is running a campaign to collect backpacks for refugee students in Albuquerque. There are just a few more days to pitch in to this effort. This effort has been organized for five years by the volunteers who compose the Interfaith Coalition.
The students who need backpacks and school supplies are legally settled here by Lutheran Family Services, which has a contract with the US Government to settle and support these refugee families. By attending school, the refugee students can start to rebuild their lives here in the United Read More
Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary Of Los Alamos To Host Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser For Ruidoso Fire & Flood Victims Sunday July 28
Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary News:
Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary of Los Alamos invites the community to a pancake breakfast fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Sunday, July 28, at Karen McLaughlin Hall of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 3700 Canyon Dr., to benefit fire and flood victims in Ruidoso.
The breakfast includes pancakes (plain, blueberry and chocolate chip), sausage, coffee, juice and tea. A donation of $7 per adult and $4 per child is suggested. A donation box will be available for additional donations. All proceeds from the breakfast, 100%, will go to Ruidoso fire and Read More
Registration Is Now Open For 2024 Los Alamos Knights Of Columbus Golf Tournament
Knights of Columbus News:
The 2024 Los Alamos Knights of Columbus golf tournament will be held at Towa Golf Course on Aug. 10.
This is a charity tournament that supports scholarships for high school seniors in Northern New Mexico.
Last year’s tournament recognized Deacon Don Lucero and his many contributions to the Community of Los Alamos, the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and our Nation for his many years of service with the Department of Energy.
The annual “Tee it Up for the Future” tournament raised more than $10,000 last year thanks to loyal sponsors and players.
Registration Read More
Fr. Glenn: Obligation
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
One of my pet peeves—as it is for many, I would surmise—is people driving slowly (or at least relatively slowly) in the left lane, especially on the crowded interstate. We often see people mouthing words such as: “Please, sir/madam; would you be ever so kind as to move over to a lane to the right?” … or perhaps some more colorful variation thereof … waving an almost fingerless greeting as they are finally able to pass. After all, simple community vehicle operation courtesy obliges us to take other drivers into account.
Another thing that priests and ministers in particular have Read More
All Shall Be Well: A Rule Of Life
Clergy from left, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Pastor Nicolé Ferry, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, Associate Priest Lynn Finnegan and Pastor Deb Church. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By Pastor Lynn Finnagan
Associate Priest
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Faith
Santa Fe
“The news is so terrible these days. I think I need a Rule of Life. Can you help me?” I received this telephone message recently. When we spoke later, my friend shared her concern about the agitation the daily news was causing her. She had read about having a personal Rule of Life and wanted to know more. My friend was on Read More
Fr. Theophan: The Anti-art Of Icons
The icon of Saint Seraphim of Sarov. Courtesy/Fr. Theophan
By Fr. Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
When the weather turns cold, and the water in the slop bucket starts freezing over, I turn my creative attention to iconography, which I can produce in the warmth and comfort of the house.
We’re still a few months away from that this year, but one of my half-finished icons is staring at me from the shelf in the dining room where I keep them. I find myself yearning for the cold weather and the excuse to begin again and finally finish it.
Iconography, the depiction of Jesus Christ, the Read More
LAF&SF Presents Talk By Dr. Andrew Newberg July 23
Dr. Andrew Newberg
LAF&SF News:
Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum 2024 (LAF&S) Summer Lecture Series presents “Neurotheology Brain Mapping during various mental states – prayer, meditation, religious and mystical experiences” by Dr. Andrew Newberg Tuesday, July 23 at SALA Event Center. A light meal will be served at 6 p.m. and the lecture begins at 6:30 p.m.
Newberg is the director of research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health and a physician at Jefferson University Hospital. He is board certified in internal medicine and nuclear medicine. Newberg has published Read More
Fr. Glenn: Silk Purses And Sows’ Ears
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Wow. Apparent assassination attempt on former president Trump yesterday (July 13). I think the last one was against President Reagan by John Hinkley Jr. back in 1981 just a couple of months after he was elected, and then Pope John Paul II’s assassination attempt a couple of months later. Much more will come out about this in the next few days. It would be hard to deny that Trump’s getting up and vowing to continue the election fight right after getting shot was pretty dang impressive—reminiscent of when Reagan quipped to his wife Nancy in the hospital: “Honey, I forgot to duck.” Read More
All Shall Be Well: ‘Alternate Merge’
Clergy from left, The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, Pastor Nicolé Ferry, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired, Associate Priest Lynn Finnegan and Pastor Deb Church. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
By The Rev. Mary Ann Hill
Rector
Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church
One my biggest frustrations where I used to live was the evening traffic. There were many stoplights and traffic often backed up for miles. Consequently, I spent years of frustration, wondering why NOBODY in that town knew how to “zipper merge”.
What is zipper merging? It’s simply taking turns. Theoretically, if drivers use both lanes Read More
United Church Hosts Compassion Camp Sundays In August
UCLA News:
WHAT EVERY LIVING THING NEEDS: Shelter, food, water, air, and community—all are themes of The United Church Compassion Camp. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday in August, lunch will be provided, and Campers of all ages will explore what every living thing needs—and discover ways that needs can be met with compassion while celebrating the gifts of God’s creation.
Together, all ages will dive into Scripture, learn new music, create an altar-scape, practice yoga, do some forest bathing, serve members of our community in need, try our hand at poetry, tell our faith stories, share lunch, Read More
Los Alamos Faith And Science Forum 2024 Summer Lecture Series Presents Ritual, Religion And The Scaling-Up Of Society: Insights From Anthropology
Courtesy/Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:
Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum 2024 Summer Lecture Series presents Ritual, Religion and the Scaling-Up of Society: Insights from Anthropology by Dr. Nels Hoffman Tuesday, July 16.
The evening begins with a light meal at 6 p.m. at SALA Event Center followed by the lecture at 6:30 p.m.
Anthropologists tell us that, until quite recently, most humans lived in small communities of less than a few hundred people, in which almost everyone was related to everyone else. Larger communities tended to be unstable, Read More
Robinson: Priest Miscalculates In Removing ‘Apache Christ’
The ‘Apache Christ’ by Franciscan Friar Robert Lentz. Photo by Sherry Robinson
By SHERRY ROBINSON
All She Wrote
© 2024 New Mexico News Services
The Catholic Church stumbled badly.
In the dark of night, Father Peter Chudy Sixtus Simeon-Aguinam and his accomplices removed beloved paintings from St. Joseph Apache Mission on the Mescalero Apache Reservation and spirited them away. When parish staff and volunteers opened the church on June 27, they were shocked to find the sanctuary stripped of the eight-foot “Apache Christ,” by Franciscan Friar Robert Lentz, a famed iconographer.
Created in Read More
