Pastor Raul Granillo: We Are Christian
By PASTOR RAUL GRANILLO
Los Alamos
The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch. (NIV, Acts 11:26)
In the Nazarene Church, one of our core values is that we are a Christian church. Let me be clear to begin with, there are many Christian churches that bring many beautiful, and distinctive characteristics to God’s Church. We have differences, but we are bound by some common beliefs that make us Christian. So, what is a Christian?
The short answer is simply that a Christian is a person who puts their faith and trust in Jesus Christ. This sounds like the obvious answer, but it demands that Read More
Traditional Blini Breakfast Saturday, Feb. 25
Pastor Raul Granillo: The Love Of Hate
By PASTOR RAUL GRANILLO
Los Alamos
Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers over all wrongs. Proverbs 10:12 (NIV).
I doubt that there are many people who argue with this Proverb. In general, we agree that hatred is bad and love is good. So why do we see so many acts of hatred, not just from terrorists or white supremacists, but from everyday people, including ourselves?
We see hatred while we drive, when we watch the news, when we go to a little league game; even in our churches and in our own homes. Why is it so difficult for us to escape hatred? Perhaps it’s because of how much we welcome it.
Too Read More
New Grief Recovery Support Group Starts March 1
Anyone struggling with the loss of a loved one is invited to join GriefShare 6-7:45 p.m. Wednesday, March 1. Courtesy image
COMMUNITY News:
First Baptist Church of Los Alamos is proud to host the nationally acclaimed grief recovery and support group – GriefShare for our community. No matter what the circumstances, grief recovery is a painful process. If you are struggling with the loss of a loved one, we would love for you to be a part of our group. GriefShare will start meeting 6-7:45 p.m. Wednesday, March 1.
GriefShare is a 13-week video seminar featuring some of the nation’s foremost experts Read More
Sheehey: Trump’s Executive Order On Immigration
By PETE SHEEHEYEditor’s note: Councilor Pete Sheehey delivered the following statement at Tuesday’s County Council work session in White Rock:
President Trump’s Jan. 27 Executive Order suspending visits or immigration to the US from seven Muslim-majority countries for three months, and stopping processing or entry of any refugees for four months, has caused tremendous controversy.
The courts will decide whether or not this order violates anyone’s rights to due process or equal protection under the US Constitution and law. I am compelled to speak on Read More
LA Faith & Science Forum: It’s Book Report Time!
LAF&SF News:
The Los Alamos Faith and Science Forum (LAF&SF) was incorporated as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in April with a mission to “invite people to join in exploring together the mysteries of faith and science by looking deeply into both”.
Members of the public are invited to the next meeting of the LAF&SF, at 6 p.m., Monday in Kelly Hall at Trinity-On-The-Hill Episcopal Church to participate in stimulating discussions on the interplay of religion and science.
Following a light supper of pizza, Forum members will give brief presentations on several books they have Read More
End Of Life Options Bill Moves Forward In Statehouse
From left, Rep. Bill McCamley of Las Cruces and Rep. Deborah Armstrong of Albuquerque, sponsors of the End of Life Options Act, look on during Friday’s public comment on the bill at the State Capitol in Santa Fe. Dr. Katherine T. Morris, right, an Albuquerque oncologist was a plaintiff in the2014 case that affirmed the principle of the law but was overturned by the New Mexico Supreme Court in 2016. Photo by Roger Snodgrass/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos resident Carl Newton addresses the committee in support of the bill. Photo by Roger Snodgrass/ladailypost.com
Pastor Granillo: Beginning And The End
By Pastor Raul GranilloFormer Member Of New Mexico’s Most Wanted List Jennie Noriega Shares Story At La Vista Church Sunday
Jennie Noriega listed on New Mexico’s Most Wanted by age 16. Courtesy photo
COMMUNITY News:
La Vista Church of the Nazarene will have a special guest speaking this Sunday at 10 a.m. in White Rock.
Jennie Noriega was born in Albuquerque under rough circumstances. She was left by both of her parents at 2 months old. She was physically and sexually abused by family members, and started using street drugs at the age of 11. This led to many years of criminal activity.
Noriega was on New Mexico’s most wanted list by the age of 16. She has been arrested more the 24 times as a juvenile and has an extended Read More
Community Invited To Alpha Course At IHM
Alpha volunteers from left, Colleen Hanlon, Heather Erpenbeck, Deacon Jim O’Hara, Deacon John Sutton and Kendra Wilhelm prepare for the fourth Alpha Course, which is open to the community and begins Feb. 7 at IHM. Photo by Maire O’Neill
IHM News:
A team of volunteers at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish is gearing up for the fourth session of the internationally acclaimed Alpha Course, which starts Tuesday, Feb. 7.
The course, which has attracted participants from Catholic and other Christian denominations over the past two years, will address questions such as:
- Is there
DPNM: New Mexicans Categorically Reject Violence And Discrimination
DPNM News:
ALBUQUERQUE – The Democratic Party of New Mexico issued the following statement regarding this morning’s bomb threat at the Jewish Community Center in Albuquerque in which about 200 people, including some 90 children were inside at the time:
“The Democratic Party of New Mexico condemns any type of violence against our communities solely based on how they pray. Diversity is our country’s and our state’s greatest asset. Whether it is a bomb threat against the Jewish Community Center or someone setting fire to a Mosque in Texas, the Democratic Party of New Mexico Read More
Letter To The Editor: Marching For Life Is Not Enough
By KHALIL SPENCERMichael Brown spends much of his polemic comparing the peaceful and positive nature of the March for Life to the sometimes rowdy and occasionally rude Women’s March. I am relieved, however, that “…there will be no calls to burn down or blow up abortion clinics..” and thus Brown and his colleagues repudiate the bombing of abortion clinics or executions of abortion providers. But even if he promises a peaceful resistance against abortions, it takes more than marching around, writing letters to the editor, or having Catholic priests tell Read More
The March For Life And The Anti-Trump Women’s March: A Study In Contrasts
Scene from Friday’s 44th annual March for Life in Washington, D.C. Courtesy/townhall.com
By MICHAEL BROWNFirst, the media coverage of the events will be totally different.
Whereas the Women’s March was in the mainstream media’s spotlight, the March for Life will be a mere footnote for most mainstream outlets, regardless of how many Read More
Pastor Raul: Pure Religion
Daily Postcard: Icy Waters Flow At IHM
Daily Postcard: Icy waters flow Saturday afternoon in the fountain in front of IHM at 3700 Canyon Road. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Great Blessing Of Waters At Ashley Pond 2017
Rev. Theophan Mackey and the people of Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church in Los Alamos celebrate the Great Blessing of Waters 2017 last Sunday at Ashley Pond. Courtesy photo
Rev. Theophan Mackey celebrates the Great Blessing of Waters 2017 at Ashley Pond. Courtesy photo
SPIRITUAL News:
The people of Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church in Los Alamos assembled at noon Sunday, Jan. 22 at Ashley Pond for their annual Great Blessing of Water.
The Orthodox Church celebrates Theophany according to the Julian Calendar. Theophany celebrates Christ’s baptism in the Jordan River by Saint John the
Inquirers Classes At Saint Job Of Pochaiv Orthodox Christian Church Begin Feb. 2
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Christian Church will be holding inquirers classes for anyone who is curious about the ancient Christian Faith, on Thursday evenings during February. The classes will begin at 5:30 p.m. and light refreshments will be served. For more information, visit stjobla.org, or call Father Theophan at 575.915.6535. The first class is Feb. 2 and will look at Church History. Courtesy photo Read More
Knights Of Columbus Free Throw Competition Jan. 29
2016 Participants. Courtesy photoPastor Raul Granillo: Not My Church
By Pastor Raul Granillo
Los Alamos
For most of my life, I thought that the most important activity for a Christian was to attend church or mass on Sundays. I’m not sure if I was just ignorant of what everyone else knew, or if this was the common mentality. To be honest, I kind of thought that going to church was both the beginning and end of being a Christian.
I’m afraid that, even if we don’t admit it, for too many Christians, attending service on Sunday allows us to feel as if we have attained the highest achievement possible in our lives. Maybe so many only go occasionally so that it can mean more when Read More
Pastor Raul Granillo: Getting Eaten By Zombies
By PASTOR RAUL GRANILLO
Los Alamos
The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice. Proverbs 12:15 (NIV)
Every parent who has more than one child and a video game console has heard phrases like, “Turn around and push X,” or “You’re going the wrong way, the zombies are going to eat you!” Don’t forget the infamous, “Here, let me do it for you!”
It’s funny (or not), but as I listened to my oldest son get frustrated at my youngest daughter, I couldn’t help but reminisce about my brothers and me playing Contra and doing the same thing. Oh, the fights my mamma had to break up. I’m not sure Read More