Yom Kippur Begins At Sundown Friday
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Yom Kippur In Brief
What: Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year, when we are closest to G‑d and to the essence of our souls. Yom Kippur means “Day of Atonement,” as the verse states, “For on this day He will forgive you, to purify you, that you be cleansed from all your sins before G‑d.”
When: The 10th day of Tishrei, coming on the heels of Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year, which is on the first and second days of Tishrei).
How: For nearly 26 hours (in 2017, from several minutes before sunset Sept. 29 until after nightfall Sept. 30) we “afflict our souls” by avoiding the following five actions: Read More
Fr. Glenn: Time…Precious Time
By Rev. Glenn JonesCute joke in the e-mail the other day:
A priest waited in line to fill his car with gas just before a long holiday weekend, but there were many cars ahead of him. Finally, an attendant motioned him toward a vacant pump. “Father,” said the young man, “I’m so sorry about the delay. It seems as if everyone waits until the last minute to get ready for a long trip.” The priest chuckled, “I know what you mean. It’s the same in my business.”
Ah, time, precious time. In our early years it passes so lethargically, but Read More
Pastor Granillo: We Are Family!
By PASTOR RAUL GRANILLO La Vista Church
White Rock
La Vista Church House Number Painting Fundraiser Oct. 7
Daily Postcard: Sunset Falls On St. Job of Pochaiv
Daily Postcard: Sunset falls on St. Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Christian Church at 1319 Trinity Dr. Photo by Fr. Theophan Mackey Read More
Author And National Speaker Sonja Corbitt Discusses Upcoming Spiritual Retreat For Women
Sonja Corbitt is the featured speaker at a special spiritual retreat designed just for women Saturday, Oct. 14 at IHM. Courtesy photo
During a recent interview from her home in Tennessee, popular Catholic author and speaker Sonja Corbitt discusses her upcoming spiritual retreat in Los Alamos designed just for women.
Corbitt is the author of several books. She explained that the upcoming retreat will focus on topics taken from two of her books, “Unleashed: How to receive everything the Holy Spirit wants to give you” and Read More
Fr. Glenn: Acknowledging The Inconceivable
By Rev. Glenn Jones
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church
Los Alamos
Many no doubt saw the recent press release in which the Catholic Archbishop of Santa Fe published the names of the members of Catholic clergy who have been accused of past sexual abuse of children. It’s no new news that those things happened, but if you’re like me, your reaction may have been: “Wow … so many.” At least know that they have all been permanently removed from ministry, if not now deceased. I know of no allegations of new abuse by clergy in our archdiocese for many years now, and all of us in ministry pray that that beast never again Read More
Early Morning Seminary
Tamyra Smith teaching freshman seminary class. Photo by Deborah Fillerup Weagel- LDS Los Alamos High School Students Participate In Morning Seminary Program
During this past school year when many residents in the Los Alamos area were still sleeping, about 40 young high school students arose at approximately 5-5:30 a.m. Almost every day high school was in session, these teenagers started their morning by attending seminary at 6:20 a.m. This year they studied The New Testament.
Archbishop John C. Wester Of Santa Fe Releases List Identifying 74 Accused Clergy And Religious
Archdiocese of Santa Fe News:
Archbishop John C. Wester released the following letter Tuesday to introduce a list of 74 priests, deacons and brothers accused of child abuse:
My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Nothing can be more important than the safety and well-being of our children. For over 25 years, the Archdiocese of Santa Fe has been working to prevent sexual abuse of children. The archdiocese has continued to develop and expand upon its sexual abuse prevention policies and procedures over the years.
Through our Victim Assistance and Safe Environment Program, we provide counseling Read More
Sign Up Now For Knights Of Columbus Scholarship Golf Tournament Set For Friday
K of C News:
The Knights of Columbus Scholarship Golf Tournament is 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 15 at the Los Alamos Golf Course. The funds raised from this tournament will be used to award numerous scholarships to Los Alamos High School graduating seniors.
For more than 18 years this tournament has attracted sponsors and golfers from Los Alamos and around Northern New Mexico and has awarded an estimated $138,000 in scholarship money. This past year, 12 LAHS students received scholarships from the Knights of Columbus by demonstrating their involvement community programs, scholastic achievement Read More
Stidhams Mark 30 Years At Church Of Christ
Tim and Tanya Stidham are being honored Sept. 18 for 30 years of service to the Los Alamos Church of Christ. Courtesy photoWORSHIP News:
In 1987 Ronald Reagan was in his last year as President of the United States, the Minnesota Twins won the World Series, and a gallon of gasoline cost 89 cents. In August of that year, Timothy D. Stidham and his wife Tanya, moved with their four children to Los Alamos from Sherman, Texas. And so began what would be 30 years of service to the Los Alamos Church of Christ. Thirty years and counting…
The church will honor the Stidhams with a banquet Monday, Sept. 18 at Fuller Read More
Change Is In The Wind For WRBC As Congregation Bids Farewell To Pastor Chuck McCullough
Pastor Chuck McCullough preaching recently at Horn Creek retired today from White Rock Baptist Church after 31 years of service. Courtesy photo
WRBC News:
White Rock Baptist Church said goodbye today to Pastor Chuck McCullough. Pastor Chuck, as he is called fondly by members of the congregation, has been senior pastor at White Rock Baptist Church since July 1 of 1986. He said he feels God has been leading him to leave the church because that is what is best for the church.
He has been pastor of White Rock Baptist Church for 31 years. The church has flourished under his leadership, but Read More
Fr. Glenn: The Mystery Of Suffering
By Rev. Glenn JonesIf the forecast on Friday was correct, and if you’re reading this on Sunday, at this very moment hurricane Irma will be grinding its way through Florida and perhaps up the East Coast. And José is swirling around the eastern Caribbean, building up steam for yet another possible assault. All affected by such storms are in our prayers, and we urge all to charity to help victims rebuild.
We wonder why disasters occur—natural, manmade, and even personal accidents and illness. These are the common lot of all mankind. The perennial Read More
‘Forming Fearless Women Of Faith’ Women’s Retreat At IHM Saturday, Oct. 14
Sonja Corbitt is the featured speaker at a special spiritual retreat designed just for women Saturday, Oct. 14 at IHM. Courtesy photoSacred Heart Ladies Flea Market Sept. 23
Pastor Granillo: Employee Of The Month
By Pastor Raul GranilloIf I could make a livin’ out of lovin’ you,
I’d be a millionaire in a week or two.
I’d be doin’ what I love and lovin’ what I do;
If I could make a livin’ out of lovin’ you. – Allen Jackson (Sung by Clay Walker).
I must confess that I recently realized my relationship with God had changed. When I first began a personal relationship with Him, it was as a scared child. God was a real comfort to me during some really troubling times. He brought me peace and gave me strength in every situation. Read More
Catholicism Invites You…
IHM News:
Ever considered seriously of becoming Catholic, or simply learning more about what Catholics believe and profess in their mission/desire to follow Jesus Christ? Weekly classes begin on Sunday, Sept. 10 at Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) Catholic Church, 3700 Canyon Road. Entering the faith is a personal, life-changing decision, and these classes help you discern your readiness in making this life’s commitment.
These RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) sessions are held each Sunday morning from 10:45 to 12:15; other arrangements may be made if necessary. English and Read More
Just One Thing To Do This Week: Marvel At The Wonder In All Things
By MARY BETH MAASSEN
Los Alamos
“Well,” I whisper quietly into Helen’s ear. “What do you think? Is that a man or a woman?”
The tears that blurred my vision a few moments earlier are drying. The palpitations of my heart thumping hard in my chest are easing as well. I sigh and take a deep breath, exhaling slowly. Then another. She does the same.
Together, we stare, bewildered. Together, we consider the long reddish hair that disappears beneath the pink shawl, the slim forlorn white face, and the thin, pale hands. The figure is leaning away from their supposed husband.
“I don’t know,” she replies. “It really Read More
Author Richard Light Explores Jewish Rites Of Death
Richard A. Light spoke on his latest book ‘Jewish Rites of Death – Stories of Beauty and Transformation’ Aug. 24 at Mesa Public Library. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comBy BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bjgordon@ladailypost.com
Author Richard A. Light spoke about his latest book “Jewish Rites of Death – Stories of Beauty and Transformation” Aug. 24 at Mesa Public Library.
The book won a Nautilus Prize for the 2016-17 Season. Nautilus Prizes are awarded for books that transcend barriers of culture, gender, race, and class, and promote conscious living and green
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