Spirituality

Pastor Granillo: Difference Between Ham And Eggs

By Pastor Raul Granillo
Los Alamos

The Difference Between Ham and Eggs.

The difference between involvement and commitment is like ham and eggs. The chicken is involved; the pig is committed.” Martina Navratilova

I wonder how many Christians today are involved rather than committed to obedience to God’s commands. How many Christians get involved with loving God and loving their neighbor instead of being committed to loving God and loving their neighbor? I wonder how many people have really considered the difference.

Asa, the great-great-grandson of king David, was also a king of Judah. Read More

Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum: Winter Series

LA FAITH & SCIENCE FORUM News:

Los Alamos Faith & Science Forum announces its 2016-2017 Winter Series.

The first session 1s 6:30-8 p.m., Monday Oct. 17 in Kelly Hall at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church.

At this session, books on various topics in faith and science will be proposed and reading groups formed. Later meetings will involve detailed discussions by these groups. Read More

‘Jewish Identities: Lost, Rediscovered And Reclaimed’ In Santa Fe, Nov. 12-13

NMJHS News:
 
“Jewish Identities: Lost, Rediscovered and Reclaimed,” the theme of the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society’s (NMJHS) Conference, takes place the weekend of Nov. 12-13, in Santa Fe.
 
Jonathan Israel, Ph.D., Institute of Advanced Studies, Princeton University, speaking on, “Why Did the Main Persecution of New Christians for Crypto-Judaism End, in Mexico, in the Middle of the Seventh Century?”
 
The NMJHS’ 29 th Annual Conference begins at 1 p.m., Saturday at the New Mexico History Museum Auditorium on the Santa Fe
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Pastor Granillo: A House Of Hope

By Pastor Raul Granillo
Los Alamos

A House of Hope.

In 1 Chronicles, chapter 17, we read that David is grateful for all of the things that God has done for him. In response to his love for God, David decided that he wanted to build God a permanent house. David wanted to build the temple. When he finally heard back from the prophet Nathan concerning this, instead of giving him His blessing, God tells David “No, you will not build me a house. Instead, I will build one for you.”

God had blessed David, protected David, brought victories to David, and peace to Israel through David’s leadership, and now, God wanted Read More

Community Invited To Taco Fest At KofC Hall Oct. 13

KofC News:

The community is invited to enjoy a taco plate with a dessert and drink at the Knight’s of Columbus Hall at 401 Trinity Dr., in Los Alamos.

Proceeds from the event go toward the Knight’s of Columbus general fund.

  • When: Thursday, Oct. 13
  • Time: 5-8 p.m.
  • Where: Knights of Columbus Hall
  • Price: $10 adult plate/$7 child plate
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United Church Hosts Special Sale Wednesday

COMMUNITY News:

The Thrift Shop at the United Church in Los Alamos is having a special one time only sale 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., this Wednesday, Oct. 5, in the Christian Education Building’s Lounge. 

Women’s clothing, shoes, hats, purses and scarves will be available for purchase.

The United Church of Los Alamos is at 2525 Canyon Road. Read More

Pastor Granillo: Unworthy Requests

By Pastor Raul Granillo
Los Alamos

Unworthy Requests.

We do not make requests of you because we are righteous, but because of your great mercy. (Daniel 9:18 NIV)

My children usually begin a request for something by making a case. If you have kids, then you know what I mean. “Dad, since Kyle had a snack, can I have one?” Or, “You let Sienna stay up late last night, I should get to tonight.” It goes to show that we struggle with understanding grace. That is, we struggle with believing that anyone would give us anything unless it is justified. This is why we spend a great deal of our lives justifying why we deserve Read More