‘Seeking Truth in Science and Faith’ Series Takes on Complexity and its Origins
UNITED CHURCH News:
The “Seeking Truth in Science and Faith in Los Alamos” talk and discussion series presents “Complexity and Its Origins” 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 9 at United Church’s Craig Hall, 2525 Canyon Road. The presenter is Gerry Wood.
Dinner is at 6 p.m., the presentation at 6:30 p.m., and at 7 p.m. the discussion begins.
We are complex beings living in a complex universe. Yet science and some religions propose a simple origin, such as a Big Bang or a Beginning of Creation. Complexity vs. time diagrams can be useful for discussing the various theories and beliefs of how our Read More
Patriotism Rings Out At Today’s White Rock Community Independence Day Parade & Carnival
Los Alamos County Council Chair Geoff Rodgers with his wife Marla and their son Jason at this morning’s White Rock Community Independence Day Parade & Carnival sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Randy Foster, center, with his wife Shayna and their 3-year-old twins Riley and Spencer. Foster takes over as the new chief of the Bloomfield Police Department in the four corners Aug. 4. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Parents take photos of their children with the parked fire engine on Grand Canyon at this Read More
‘Seeking Truth in Science & Faith’ Series Tackles Convergence Wednesday
SPIRITUALITY News:
The “Seeking Truth in Science and Faith in Los Alamos” talk and discussion series presents “Convergence!” 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 2 at United Church’s Craig Hall, 2525 Canyon Road.
In our era we stand at the convergence of several scientific areas which give us the opportunity to view the creation and our place in it in ways that even our parents or grandparents could not. In other words, it is all new.
Presenter Paul Mutschlecner has chosen four of these disciplines: quantum mechanics, the large number of exoplanets, the development of Read More
Life as Experience — In Defense of Who We Are, What We Know and What We Are Capable of Doing
Representing introspection — there is always hidden beauty within each of us, not necessarily requiring the transcendent. Courtesy photoPreparations Underway For White Rock Community Independence Day Parade & Carnival
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 366 Grand Canyon prepares for the 39th annual 4th of July parade and carnival. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com ALIVE! for Kids and Families at First Baptist Church Tonight
FBCLA News:
The First Baptist Church Los Alamos will host ALIVE!, a fun event for children and families which includes dinner. The event is 6:15-8:15 p.m. today, June 26, at the Church, 2200 Diamond Dr.
Kolby and Mary Beth King from Tulsa share about God in a fast-paced way using tools such as ventriloquism, illusions, drama, fire-eating, humorous illustrations, balloon animals, high-energy songs, stunts with six-foot balloons and more.
It’s impacting and fun for all ages. Everyone is welcome at this free event. Read More
Science and Theology of Big Bang Subject of Talk at United Church Wednesday
Spirituality News:
In a 20 minute presentation, Ed Fenimore and Laurie Triplett will talk about the science and theology of the Big Bang, 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 25 at United Church in Craig Hall, 2525 Canyon Road in Los Alamos.
Fenimore will present what science says (and does not say) about the physics of the Big Bang. His approach is to assume that everyone in the room has some science background but are not experts in astrophysics. Therefore, he will not be discussing the impact of the recent BICEP2 paper on the primordial B-mode polarization. If you have no idea what that last sentence meant, Read More
Aaron’s Kids Closet Opens Saturday at 715 Diamond
AARON’S KIDS News:
Aaron’s Kids Closet has opened its doors over the last few months to serve this community. The First United Methodist Church of Los Alamos at 715 Diamond Dr., provides clothes and shoes to school age children at no cost.
Aaron’s Kids Closet is open 9-11 a.m. Saturday, June 21 at the First United Methodist Church.
Those in need should feel free to come shop for their children’s needs. When cleaning out those drawers and closets, keep Aaron’s Kids Closet in mind since it operatse strictly on donations of gently used clothes and shoes.
Drop Read More
Living Labyrinths for Peace Closing Ceremony Friday in Taos
Visitors walk the Rainbow Labyrinth at Living Labyrinths for Peace. Courtesy/LL4PLL4P News:
The building housing Living Labyrinths for Peace has been sold and the LL4P Center is looking for a new home. The public is invited to the Closing Celebration 6-8 p.m.. Friday, June 20 at 1021 Salazar, Suite DD in Taos.
LL4P aspires to create educational opportunities and labyrinth installations that unite art, education, science, technology and nature with the human spirit, inspiring people of all races, beliefs and cultures to find a healing path that leads from individual inner peace to collective Read More
United Church of Los Alamos Mexico Mission Volunteers Construct Homes For Families
United Church of Los Alamos and Unitarian Church members at a home building trip in April in Puerto Peñasco. Courtesy photo
During their April trip to Puerto Peñasco, the group built a double size home for a family of six previously living in a one room home. Courtesy photo
A profound sense of fulfillment experienced by Los Alamos youth and adults who build homes for Mexican families living in dreadful circumstances draws many to volunteer year after year.
Laura and Randy Erickson have participated in 32 of these annual week-long trips and helped build the
Art and Inspiration Adorn the Grounds of IHM
Artistic inspiration surrounds the grounds of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church at 2700 Canyon Road in Los Alamos. Established in 1946, IMH is a Catholic Church of the Roman Rite that serves Los Alamos and White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A tall statue carved in wood of Saint Mary stands outside IMH on Canyon Road. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
A peaceful garden area invites contemplation at IHM in Los Alamos. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
TOTH: Pentecost Sunday!
By LISA ROTHROCKPentecost commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples. Let the Spirit flow! As Scripture has said, “Whoever believes in Me, rivers of living water will flow from within them.” This Sunday evening, June 8, at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church, join us in praise, worship, and fellowship as we celebrate God’s gift of the Holy Spirit. EVERYONE is welcome. We’ll have yummy food, great music, and exciting words of hope and encouragement.
We will celebrate the historical event of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, as well as the birth of the early church known Read More
Vacation Bible Schools 2014 Schedule Announced
COMMUNITY News:
June 9-13 White Rock Baptist Church, 80 State Road 4, (WR), 505.672.9764
- Theme: Agency D 3, Register online at www.wrbcnm.org
- 8:45 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday, ages 4 through just completed 6th grade, no charge
June 9-13 First United Methodist, 715 Diamond Dr., 662-6277
- Theme: Weird Animals
- 9 a.m. to noon, Come at 8:45 a.m. the first day to register, for ages 3 through just finished 6th grade, no charge
- Register online at www.firstinyourheart.org
June 10-July 29 (8 Tuesdays), Crossroads Bible Church, 97 East Road. 505.662.6080
- Women’s Bible study
LAFC: Seeking Truth in Science and Faith?
LAFC News:
If you’re a young adult (college age, postdoc) and have questions about science and faith, ‘Seeking Truth in Science and Faith in Los Alamos’ is the discussion series for you.
Food and discussion will be held 6-8 p.m. every Wednesday, June 4 through Aug. 6 at the United Church’s Craig Hall, 2525 Canyon Road. This ecumenical series is sponsored by Los Alamos Faith Communities (LAFC).
For more information, call Laura McClellan 505.412.9427, call the United Church office at 505.662.2971, or check out the FaceBook group “Seeking Truth in Science and Read More
Annual Memorial Day Celebration at Guaje Pines Honors the Fallen @ 11 a.m. Monday, May 26
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KOC News:
The annual Memorial Day Celebration at Guaje Pines Cemetery is 11 a.m., Monday, May 26. This year’s event is organized by the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree Donald A. Larson Assembly 0688 of Los Alamos.
The event, “The Courage to Serve and Those That Gave All,” will be introduced by Master of Ceremonies Sir Knight Tony Colletti, Faithful Navigator. The Los Alamos High School NJROTC will present the colors. Father Glenn Jones will give the Invocation and Benediction.
The Ceremony will include a Fly Over by the Los Alamos Civil Air Patrol. Singers Rachel Anaya, Jeff Kolski Read More
Free Community Dinner and Contemporary Worship Service @ TOTH Sunday, May 25
Be the Hope of Glory!Ever heard of the book of Philemon? Believe it or not, it wasn’t written by a talk-show host! It’s an often overlooked book in the Bible written by the Apostle Paul. This Sunday evening at Trinity on the Hill Episcopal Church, join us in praise, worship, and fellowship as we dive into this elusive book.
EVERYONE is welcome to come help rock the house of God. We’ll have delicious food, great music and profound words of hope and encouragement.
In previous talks, it was said that if we want to know about God, we can look at Christ, who is our hope of glory. This week, Read More
When the Earth Rocks UNMCOR Rolls
From left, Nancy Ferenbaugh, Terry Foxx, Carol Schwendimann and Jane Thomas sewed 106 baby items in four days. These items go into layette and birthing kits. Courtesy photo
The mission team gathered around pallets. The White Rock folks, Roger and Nancy Ferenbaugh, Jim and Terry Foxx, Ron and Merrill Nelson, Harry and Carol Ann Martz. Brian Diggs and Miaka Tukuafu are in the left of the picture. Courtesy photoBy TERALENE FOXX
Where there is an acute human need caused by disasters such as fires, floods, hurricanes, tsunamis, political turmoil, or civil disaster, the United Methodist
Unitarian Church Forum: ‘Inside the New Mexico Senate – Boots, Suits and Citizens’ 9 a.m. Sunday
DeDe Feldman
UCLA FORUM New:
The upcoming Forum at The Unitarian Church of Los Alamos, 1738 N. Sage Loop, is 9 a.m. Sunday, May 18.
DeDe Feldman will present information about her new book written after serving for 16 years as a state senator in the New Mexico Legislature.
“Inside the New Mexico Senate: Boots, Suits and Citizens” is a legislative history with a human face. Here maverick leaders, shameless special interests, and earnest advocates clash in the unique arena that is the New Mexico Roundhouse.
The New Mexico Senate comes alive, with stories of grit and grace, honor and Read More