Spirituality

LAF&SF To Sponsor Lectures By John Haught May 30-31

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John Haught, PhD
Emeritus Faculty
Distinguished Research Professor
Theology Dept. Georgetown University

LAF&SF News:

The Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum (LAF&SF) is honored to sponsor two lectures by John Haught based on his latest two books, God after Einstein (Yale University Press, 2021); and The Cosmic Vision of Teilhard de Chardin (Orbis Press, 2022), at 6:30 p.m. May 30-31 at Fuller Lodge.

Professor Haught has participated in numerous lectures and panels discussing the meaning behind the writings of Teilhard de Chardin. His books and lectures focus on a vision of reality Read More

Vacation Bible Schools & 5-Day Bible Clubs Begin June 12

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Scene of a Vacation Bible School activity. Courtesy photo

Child Evangelism Fellowship News:

Child Evangelism Fellowship is offering Vacation Bible Schools and 5-Day Bible Clubs in Northern New Mexico, taught by trained Christian Youth In Action (CYIA) teen summer missionaries.

The Bible Schools and Clubs feature Bible and Missionary stories, games, songs, Scripture memory, snacks, contests and prizes.

There is no charge, but parental permission is required. Text Pam at 505.490.5641 for registration form.

Schedule:

  • 9:30-11:30 a.m., June 12-16, 5-Day Bible Club at Munoz’s yard, 479
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Shavuot Traditions … Cheesecake And All-Night Study

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Members of the Stange family holding a hand-written Torah scroll, and a toy stuffed Torah. Courtesy/Shlachter

By Rabbi Jack Shlachter
Los Alamos Jewish Center

Were one to compile a list of favorite college experiences, pulling an all-nighter would probably not emerge at the top! Yet the Jewish people incorporated just such an experience into our annual calendar as part of the observance of a holiday called Shavuot, literally weeks. The Jewish holiday of Passover, which was observed in April, celebrates the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery. According to the Torah or Five Books Read More

Fr. Glenn: The Goad

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

A blessed Armed Forces Day weekend to all past and present veterans out there; we thank you for your service to our nation and her people. I saw almost no note of it in the media, but that does not mean you are not very much appreciated. The military is highlighted in times of national trouble, but attention fades a bit during quieter times of relative peace—peace, which is always a blessing for a nation’s people. Yet this is the way of any vocation of service: at times out of sight and mind, yet always at the ready.

Knowing you are there—many on the ramparts daily—gives your fellow citizens Read More

All Shall Be Well: ‘The Work We Are Called To Do’

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Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry of Los Alamos, seated second from left at table, with members of her denomination attending their annual meeting held this past week at the El Paso border. Courtesy photo

By Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry
Bethlehem Lutheran Church

“Contribute to the needs of God’s people, and welcome strangers into your home.” Romans 12:13

“Carry each other’s burdens and so you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2

“This is my commandment: love each other just as I have loved you.” John 15:12

“Then they will reply, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or Read More

Unitarian Church Of Los Alamos Presents Sunday Forum: ‘Why We’re Polarized’ May 21

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Unitarian Church News:

The Unitarian Church of Los Alamos Sunday Forum will feature: “Why We’re Polarized” presented by Tyler Taylor at 11:45 a.m. May 21 in the church at 1738 North Sage Loop.

Have you been struggling, maybe for years, to wrap your mind around how and why Americans have become so bitterly divided?

The social and political issues often seem to have such deep roots, but the disagreements regularly now go in confusing or alarming directions. More fire accelerants seem to appear some weeks than there are sensible firefighters.

Clarity is needed about what is under the surface and Read More

Fr. Glenn: The Merry Manic Month Of May

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

Well, a happy Mothers’ Day to all of you moms out there. I hope that your children recognize all the love that you’ve given them, and realize that many go without such love all of their lives. So kids: be grateful to, and for, your moms! After all, they’re there to share both your joys and your sorrows, your hopes and dreams. Whoever coined the phrase: “A problem shared is a problem halved” must have been thinking about Mom.

Moms’ Day is always smack down around the middle of May, which tends to be one of the busiest months of the year. Lots of things going on that month in churches just after Read More

Fr. Glenn: ‘What IS Truth?’

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

“What is truth?” – one of the most famous and philosophical lines of the Christian Gospels, uttered musingly by the Roman governor of Judea Pontius Pilate in his dialogue with Jesus prior to Jesus’ condemnation and crucifixion. (John 18:38)

We find that the answer to this poignant, and yet essential, question becoming ever more fleeting and elusive in our day. Daily is news about the rise of artificial intelligence (“AI”) and its ever-increasing ability to mimic authors, poets, artists, etc., until reproductions and “works” are almost indistinguishable from the original Read More

TOTH Holds Sneaker Fundraiser For House Of Hope

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A scene from a previous house build by House of Hope in Juarez, Mexico. Courtesy/TOTH

A scene from a previous house build by House of Hope in Juarez, Mexico. Courtesy/TOTH

TOTH News:

Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church is holding an athletic shoe drive fundraiser during the entire month of May to raise money for House of Hope – a House Build Project in Juarez, Mexico.

Proceeds will be put toward the cost of building a simple home for a family in need. The community is invited to participate by bringing any old pairs of tennis shoes to the lower lot at Trinity on the Hill and dropping them in the clearly Read More