Spirituality

‘Save Persecuted Christians Coalition’ Disheartened At Continued Imprisonment Of Pastor Andrew Brunson

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STPC News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Along with Christians and other faith-based groups, the Save the Persecuted Christians (STPC) Coalition has expressed dismay at the continued imprisonment of North Carolina pastor Andrew Brunson, who has been detained since the fall of 2016 on accusations of spying or aiding terror groups.
 
At his hearing in Turkey yesterday, a court ruled that Brunson will be detained at least until his next hearing Oct. 12. Many have been working toward Brunson’s release, such as individual believers, groups like STPC Coalition, the Trump administration and
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Fr. John Book Signing At Saint Job of Pochaiv

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Saint Job of Pochaiv News:

Many know Father John Hennies, also known as Ronald, from his years serving the community here in Los Alamos.

He was often seen in Starbucks or other venues around town, always offering a big smile and infectious laugh. Two years ago, he and his wife, Leona “Anna Lee”, moved back to South Dakota to retire and be closer to family there.

An Examined Life by Father John Hennies

Father John has since published a book of his poetry and prose entitled, An Examined Life. His writing is beautiful, poignant, and draws from his varied and vibrant life.

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Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum: July 18 Talk ‘Can Organisms Drive Their Evolution?’

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Nelson Hoffman presents a lecture during the 2017 Los Alamos Faith and Science series. Courtesy photo

Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum News:

Nelson Hoffman presents the next talk in the Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum summer series Wednesday, July 18. The title of Hoffman’s talk is “Can Organisms Drive Their Evolution?”. The theme of the 2018 Summer Series is “Purposeful Evolution”.

A growing group of researchers within evolutionary biology seeks to put new emphasis on a set of ideas that differ considerably from the gene-centric viewpoint of Neo-Darwinism. In the Neo-Darwinian view Read More

Fr. Glenn: Honor And Integrity

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By Rev. Glenn Jones
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
Los Alamos

Sigh. A recent headline: “University Fires a Dean Over Falsified M.B.A. Rankings Data”.  Another: “New Mexico Secretary of State…Pleads Guilty to Fraud”. And another: “Scientist Falsified Data for Cancer Research”. These and similar headlines often dominate the news cycles these days; one can’t help but wonder how much goes unreported, and even undiscovered.

Honor and integrity are foundational virtues, and yet seem much diminished in our day. We see this in many modern arenas. Skewed reporting is making “news”

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Fr. Glenn: Pride Of Service

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By Rev. Glenn Jones
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
Los Alamos

I have a headache.

No, it’s not a particular difficult person or problem. Actually, I’m quite lucky; I might get a headache twice a year, and even then they’re not bad, and don’t last long. I always felt sorry for the chronic migraine folks. 

But … I wonder if this one is not sourced in the constant barrage of politics and vitriol in the news and in the (anti-) social media. “This woman is the devil!” … or “That guy is evil incarnate!” Okie dokey. Ah, well … we can always turn off the TV, the computer, the tablet and the cellphone.

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​Calvary Chapel Hosts Vacation Bible School July 9 To 13

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Calvary Chapel is hosting a free Vacation Bible School, 9-11:30 a.m., July 9-13 at 580 North Mesa Road. ​Children entering kindergarten through those who just finished 6th grade are welcome. There will be a special program for the parents at 11:30 a.m. Friday, followed by a free picnic for all the families. Courtesy/​Calvary Chapel Read More

Fr. Glenn: Do Unto Others…

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By Rev. Glenn Jones
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church
Los Alamos

Everyone be safe this week; most of LA county is in “exceptional” drought condition and we sure don’t need any fires to mar the holiday (or at any time, for that matter!). Save the little poppy and sparky things for the New Year, or at least ‘til we get a good rain. We’re heading into the monsoon season, so hopefully we’ll get a bit before long. Keep on a’prayin’!

Well, we celebrate Independence Day this week, and it’s always a time for reflection and thanksgiving. Lots of contentious politics in the air this year … but isn’t there Read More