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Fr. Glenn: What Next?

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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

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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

NCRTD Opens Upgraded Bus Stops In Velarde And Alcalde, Completes Accessibility Improvements In Santa Clara Pueblo

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NCRTD News:

RIO ARRIBA COUNTY, NM — The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) Blue Bus will open four newly reconstructed bus stops in Velarde and Alcalde on Monday, June 29, following the completion of safety, comfort, and accessibility improvements designed to better serve riders throughout the region.

The upgraded stops, located along NM-68, were reconstructed to improve accessibility for riders of all abilities. Enhancements include bus pull offs, level boarding areas, bus shelters, seating, waste receptacles and lighting that provide a safer, more comfortable waiting Read More

Upcoming Lane Closures On I-25 Near St. Francis Drive

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NMDOT News:

SANTE FE – As part of the upgrades on I-25 from NM 14/Cerrillos Road to US 285/El Dorado, lane closures are expected to take place beginning June 29 for guardrail installation.

There will be three closures northbound near the St. Francis exit, and one southbound in the same location. Each closure is expected to last no longer than 46 hours.

Beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, June 29, the on-ramp from Old Pecos Trail to northbound I-25 will be closed. It will be reopened by 7 a.m. on Tuesday, June 30.

Beginning 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, the on-ramp from St. Francis Drive to northbound I-25 will Read More

Posts From The Road: Big Rocks Park In Glen Rose, Texas

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Rocks and River: A view of the Paluxy River seen from the rock field at the Big Rocks Park in Glen Rose, Tex. The water level is controlled by small levees or spillways seen in the center of the photo. The water level at the park is generally shallow, which allows for easy wading or relaxation on hot Texas days. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com

View Through the Rocks: Two boulders at Big Rocks Park lean on each other above the rocky shore of the Paluxy River forming a window. A view through the window shows visitors enjoying time in the cool waters of the river on a sunny weekday afternoon. Photo by Read More

Fr. Glenn: Holding On

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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

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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

NMDOT: Roadway Rehabilitation Project On US 64/84 In Tierra Amarilla Phase 2 To Start July 8

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NMDOT News:

TIERRA AMARILLA — Travelers in the Tierra Amarilla area may experience traffic delays as a roadway rehabilitation project on US 64/84 is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, July 8.

The project will span from milepost 171, just south of Brazos, to milepost 175.1, at the US 64/84 split, and is expected to take 10 days to complete, weather permitting.

The project will include the application of a micro seal solution to the roadway, followed by final striping. This structural pavement treatment will extend roadway life and improve safety for motorists.

Construction will take place 7 a.m. Read More

Quote Of The Day: Man In The Arena

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“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, Read More