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Fr. Glenn: Forward To The Past. Again.

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:
One of the most oft-repeated mantras by those who observe the world is “Those who do not know history are doomed to repeat it”, or slight variations thereof.

It sure did seem that way this last week with all the demonstrations going on around the country against Israel, and against Jews in general—at Columbia U., USC, and even—I’m rather sad to say—my alma mater, UT Austin. Comparisons to Nazi Germany are, of course, obvious and rife (for those who DO know history), yet they remain quite pertinent … especially when activists are spray painting swastikas on walls and shouting “Death

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Rep. Leger Fernández On New Mexico Train Derailment

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U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández

From the Office of U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández:

SANTA FE – U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03) released the following statement after the derailment Friday of a freight train about 13 miles west of Gallup and south of Interstate 40.

“Every day in the U.S., an average of three trains derail with as many as half potentially carrying hazardous substances. New Mexico is part of that sad statistic,” Leger Fernández said.

“We are closely monitoring the situation following (Friday’s) derailment alongside Secretary Buttigieg, the Federal Railroad Administration, Read More

All Shall Be Well: Bear Fruit That Will Last

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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 DEACON CYNTHIA Z. BIDDLECOMB, M.Div.
ELCA

The Gospel of John, chapter 15, verses 1 through 8 is read in many churches this week.

In this passage, Jesus says, “I am the vine, and my Father is the vinegrower. He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to bear more fruit. …Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you Read More

Cone Zone: Week Of April 28, 2024

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County has released the following construction news for the week of April 28:

Public Works Projects:

Los Alamos County Public Works’ staff manages the projects listed in this section through contractors. For more information, please email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link at https://lacnm.com/pw-projects. Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones. Please note the information below is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.

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Quemazon Place Road Repair Scheduled For April 26, 29, 30

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Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

After water from a leaking gate valve and subsequent repair efforts destroyed a roadway in the Quemazon subdivision Wednesday, Los Alamos County Department of Public Utilities (DPU) and the Los Alamos County Traffic and Streets Division collaborated on a plan to fix the road as quickly as possible.

Repairs are scheduled for Friday, Monday and Tuesday April 26, 29, 30.

The water leak occurred on the block of Quemazon Place between Tranquilo and Sereno. DPU Gas, Water and Sewer crews worked late into the night to prep the road for asphalt replacement. Due to the size and Read More

Possible Traffic Increase During UNM-LA Commencement

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UNM-LA News:

UNM-Los Alamos is hosting its 43rd Commencement Ceremony at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 9 at Crossroads Bible Church, 97 East Road.

Graduates and their families will begin arriving at 4:30 p.m.

Although there will be a police presence to help with traffic, UNM-LA would like the public to be aware that there may be delays because of the event and potentially significant pedestrian activity.

UNM-LA is grateful for the community’s understanding and patience as they celebrate the accomplishments of their graduates. Read More

Emergency Water Main Repair Underway In Quemazon

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Scene underway this morning as crews work to repair a water main break in Quemazon. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Scene underway this morning as crews work to repair a water main break in Quemazon. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Map of work zone, detours and road closed to thru traffic during water main repair underway this morning in Quemazon. Crews anticipate completing the repair this afternoon. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

Water crews from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) are working on an emergency water main repair on Quemazon Place today and have traffic Read More

DP Road Phase II Reconstruction Project Begins May 6

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Public Works Department is under contract with TLC Plumbing & Utility to start work May 6 on the DP Road Phase II Reconstruction project.

The project on DP Road will start near the Los Alamos Fire Department Training Station on the west end to the end of the road entering TA-21.

The contractor has begun preliminary work such as utility locates, construction staking and setup of staging area and yard.

Hours of Construction:

TLC Plumbing & Utility will work 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday with weekends as needed.

Traffic Impact:

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Duo Arundo Double Reed Duet At United Church Sunday

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Stefanie Przybylska

MUSIC News:

The second of three free concerts takes place 4 p.m. Sunday, April 28 at the United Church of Los Alamos.

A gift to the community from Chuck Tallman and Kathy and Bill Landschulz.

The entire community is welcome to attend Duo Arundo Double Reed Duet, and young students interested in music are encouraged as well.

“Dances and Dialogues” – Stefanie Przybylska Santa Fe Symphony Principal Bassoon and Rebecca Ray Santa Fe Symphony Oboe & English horn. 

This program will feature lively and enchanting music based on dance forms from composers past and present.

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Saint Job: Schedule Holy Week Services

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Saint Job of Pochaiv News:

Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Christian Church shares its Holy Week services schedules:

Divine Liturgy for the Entrance into Jerusalem (Palm Sunday)

          • Sunday April 28

Bridegroom Matins

          • 5:30 p.m., Monday April 29

Bridegroom Matins

  • 5:30 p.m., Tuesday April 30

Bridegroom Matins

  • 5:30 p.m., Wednesday May 1

Divine Liturgy of Saint Basil

  • 9 a.m., Thursday May 2

12 Passion Gospels and the placing of the corpus

  • 5:30 p.m., Thursday May 2

Royal Hours

  • 9 a.m., Friday May 3 

Vespers with the placing of the plashchnitza

  • 3 p.m., Friday May 3

Lamentations

  • 5:30 p.m., Friday May 3 

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