Spirituality

United Church Thrift Shop Closed Dec. 23 & Dec. 30

COMMUNITY News:

The United Church Thrift Shop, operated by the Women’s Christian Service Society, is typically open for shoppers  8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.,  Wednesdays, however it will be closed Dec. 23 for the Christmas holiday and Dec. 30 for New Year’s.

The United Thrift Shop accepts donations of gently used and clean clothes, linens, housewares, jewelry, shoes, toys and children’s books, but does not accept large appliances, furniture, books or VHS tapes. Donations may be dropped off any time at the bins near the door at the lower level of Craig Hall.

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Pastor Granillo: Rejoice!

By Pastor RAUL GRANILLO
Los Alamos
 
Rejoice!

“Shout for joy, O daughter of Zion! Shout in triumph, O Israel! Rejoice and exult with all your heart, O daughter of Jerusalem!” Zephaniah 3:14 (NASB).

There are some days when rejoicing is the last thing we want to do. You know, the days when you find out your job is not as secure as you thought, or the days when you lose a loved one, or the days when you realize your child has chosen a very dangerous path.

It is hard to rejoice when people seem so divided, or when the enemy seems to be at the gate, or even when we are just worried about keeping our home. Yes, there Read More

Celebrating Feast Of The Virgin Of Guadalupe

Original picture of Our Lady of Guadalupe shown in the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in México City. The Catholic Church considers the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe imprinted on the cloak of Juan Diego as a picture of supernatural origin. Courtesy/wikipedia

SPIRITUAL News:

Today marks the Feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe, also known as Our Lady of Guadalupe. Since Dec. 12, 1531, the Virgin has become the patron saint of the Mexican Republic. Historically and emotionally, the Virgin is deeply woven into the life of most every Mexican.

During the wars of independence she was the patroness Read More

Community Messiah Sing-A-Long Dec. 13

COMMUNITY News:

The Collaborative Artists of Los Alamos and White Rock invite the community to its first Annual Community Messiah Sing-A-Long.

Sing along at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13 with an orchestra and chorus, the music of Handel’s famous oratorio “The Messiah.” Those who are not singers are invited to listen as the LDS Church in Los Alamos at 1967 18th St., is filled with the music of this amazing work, which highlights the ever-popular “Hallelujah Chorus.”

Enjoy soloists Heather Bingham, Olivia Hakel, Daniel Torres and Devon McCleskey. Conducted by Tjett Read More

More Scenes From 2015 Creche Show

A guide in period costume checks out the display of creches at the 2015 LDS Church Creche Show. The annual event always draws a big crowd. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
An elegant manger scene. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Needlepoint creche. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Manger scenes inside snow globes. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
Food from the time of Jesus was the fare at Saturday’s annual Creche Show. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
 
A Lego creche with some interesting guests at
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Scenes From Los Alamos Creche Show 2015

This nativity scene with Jesus lying in a manger is part of this year’s International Creche Show at the Los Alamos LDS Church. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

This nativity scene with Jesus lying in a manger is part of this year’s International Creche Show at the Los Alamos LDS Church. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

This nativity scene with Jesus lying in a manger is part of this year’s International Creche Show at the Los Alamos LDS Church. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

COMMUNITY News:

The LDS Church hosted its annual Los Alamos Creche Show Friday Read More

Pastor Granillo: Love.

By Pastor RAUL GRANILLO
Los Alamos
 
Love.

It can be frustrating to hear a Christian’s response to a tragedy to be only, “My prayers are with you.”

It can be frustrating because many do not believe in the power of prayer and so they feel as if no real help is being offered, and nothing else will be done. But to be fair, for many Christians, prayer is an act that relieves them of the responsibility to get further involved in what may be happening. Prayer is important—it has the power to change the world; but it should never be an excuse for inaction.

James wrote, “Suppose a brother or sister is without Read More

Latter Day Saints Church Invites Community To Creche Show Dec. 4-5

COMMUNITY News:
 
The LDS Church invites the community to the annual Los Alamos Creche Show 2-7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4 and again 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5.
 
Different from years past, this show “It All Began in Bethlehem” will highlight not just international Creches, but attendees will be personally guided through events of Christ’s life and enjoy foods specific to Biblical times and culture.
 
Come and enjoy an experience that promises to bring peace and comfort to your holidays!
 
All ages and denominations welcome!
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