Georgia Strickfaden Creates United Church Of Los Alamos Anniversary Sunday Historical Exhibit
Pastor David Elton captured these photos and had this to say about Georgia Strickfaden. ‘As a well-deserved historic site in Los Alamos, we now have history boards for all to see and learn about The United Church of Los Alamos! Thank you to Georgia Strickfaden for all of her work in making us historically ‘official’ and creating these history boards,’ Elton said. ‘The story of this congregation, Sanctuary (formerly known as the Chapel) and campus will always be part of the roots and vitality of The United Church and our mission.’ Courtesy/UCLA
History board about the United Church of Los Alamos. Read More
Fuselier: Faith And Politics
By ROBERT FUSELIER
Los Alamos
I know many struggle to bring their faith into politics without becoming partisan. I am one of those people. I believe in the Gospel message spelled out so clearly in the Beatitudes but at the same time know that governments are incapable of fully living up to those values.
It saddens me to see those in politics – and those who support them – lower themselves by taking on tactics of division and scapegoating in order to promote their ideology as the only one that can possibly matter.
We are different, thank God, for different times and different events require different Read More
Father Theophan: Hold Today Lightly
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By Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
Firing a kiln, at least my old kiln, can be nerve wracking. New kilns are often computer controlled, complex tools that can be programmed to raise, hold, and lower temperatures at will, in almost infinite
variety. My kiln has exactly one switch with four settings, one of which is “off”.
In a bisque firing, the first firing, mechanically and chemically combined water are driven off and clay that can be slaked down, becomes the more permanent ceramic. The bisque firing also burns off
any organic matter that Read More
IHM Holds Mass Outdoors On Canyon Road
Fr. John Daniel celebrates the Mass outdoors Sunday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church at 3700 Canyon Road. Due to the increase in coronavirus cases spreading across New Mexico, IHM is holding daily and weekend Masses outdoors. For the Mass schedule, visit www.ihm.org. Photo by Morrie PongratzPosts From The Road: St. Ignatius Mission In Montana
Mission Exterior: The St. Ignatius Mission in St. Ignatius, Montana stands tall with the belfry being almost 100 feet high. The church is on the Flathead Indian Reservation with the Mission Mountain Range serving as a backdrop to the town and mission. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Interior View: Upon entering the church, visitors are immediately in awe of the building and the murals painted on the walls and ceiling. The murals were painted by Brother Joseph Carifnano, a self-taught artist, who was the mission cook. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
By GARY WARREN
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Fr. Glenn: A Universally-Accepted Virtue
Fr. Glenn Jones
Well, the election’s (finally!) over and—as with every presidential election for the last several cycles—the results are being contested and accusations of shenanigans are a’flyin … both ways. Yet, wherever power is to be had, we know all too well that temptation to corruption is an ever-present specter, no matter the person or position. For we who are a bit older, the Watergate scandal is perhaps the most memorable—the image of a president resigning because of it … boarding Marine One for that one final flight in disgrace. Since then … hanging chads, collusion accusations, Read More
Calvary Chapel Of Los Alamos Introduces New Children’s Minister Christeen Wilson
New Calvary Chapel Of Los Alamos Children’s Minister Christeen Wilson. Courtesy/Calvary Chapel
Calvary Chapel News:
Calvary Chapel Of Los Alamos introduces its new Children’s Minister Christeen Wilson.
Wilson is a 2019 graduate of New Mexico State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Part of her educational experience included working at Myrna’s Children’s Village on the NMSU campus.
“I grew up in South Carolina, so I am very much a country girl,” Wilson said. (The lilt in her voice confirms this.)
Having had good experiences with the children’s ministries that she grew
First United Methodist Church Offers After Election Communion Service For Community Tuesday Night
COMMUNITY News:
Even though the divides in our country seem to be deeper and wider than ever, we are connected by more things than divide us.
That is especially true for Christians because we are all united as one body in Christ. To help us remember those connections, we invite the community to join us for Election Day Communion, at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 715 Diamond Dr.
You may come to the sanctuary or worship with us online at Facebook.com/firstinyourheart. If you are joining online, we invite you to pick up communion elements from the church. Read More
United Church Holds Virtual Pre-Election Vespers Service
United Church of Los Alamos at 2525 Canyon Road. Courtesy photo
United Church News:
The United Church of Los Alamos prepared a special Pre-Election Vespers service held virtually Sunday evening to help weary souls remember “we are all part of one family”.
Find the service here: www.unitedchurchla.org.
The church invites the community to take time away from the 24 hours news cycle, “that we may remember who we are and why we are here”.
Fr. Glenn: Taking The High Road
By Fr. Glenn Jones
Certainly we’ve come to one of the most emotional weeks for a great many Americans (and likely many others around the world due to the financial and political position of the U.S.) with our national elections. For some there will be rejoicing; for others, wailing and gnashing of teeth. Certainly we Christians pray that those elected be given wisdom and grace to govern in ways pleasing to God, for that would be the greatest good. But, whoever wins, virtually all of us will be at least joyful at the end of the constant barrage of electioneering … after a bit of gloating from the winning Read More
Father Theophan: Real Things
Courtesy/Father Theophan
By Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
The pandemic shutdown has had a silver lining for me. It has afforded me the time to rediscover my love for making ceramics and to organize and set up a studio in our garage. My parishioners and wife have been encouraging in my hobby.
To retain her sanity and to continue seeing me on a regular basis, my wife took the chance on having me teach her how to throw on the pottery wheel. Teaching one’s spouse or learning from one’s spouse can be a touchy proposition. But with a little grace, given and received, she has Read More
Costume Crawl White Rock Baptist Church Saturday
Snow Angel Lifting Spirits All Over Los Alamos
A snow angel is spotted today lifting spirits all over Los Alamos. Courtesy photo
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New Christian Science Reading Room Under Renovation
The new home of the Christian Science Reading Room under renovation Sunday at 800 Trinity Dr., Suite G. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Christian Science Society News:
Activities will resume at the new church home of the Christian Science Society and Christian Scientist Reading Room at 800 Trinity Dr., Suite G in Mari Mac shopping center once renovations are complete and state and local social distancing guidelines allow.
In response to social distancing requirements, and until the facility is renovated, in-person services and meetings are suspended. Anyone who Read More
Fr. Glenn: Growing Thicker Skins
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
I’ve recently been watching a historical fiction series set in the 1200s about conflicts—internecine and otherwise—of a tribal group in the western Asian region—constant wars and conquests, treachery and intrigue. Being a regionally-produced series, it’s very interesting to observe the emphasis on various ways local cultural emphases and perceptions differ from our own. But one thing that strikes starkly is the constant theme of revenge—every insult, backstab or perceived slight eliciting a nefarious plot to “get even”… often involving the “if he brings a knife, Read More
Daily Postcard: Sunset Silhouettes Cross In White Rock
Daily Postcard: A recent sunset silhouettes the cross above the Bryce Avenue Presbyterian Church at 333 Bryce Ave., in White Rock. Photo by VaLynn Purvis Read More
Fr. Glenn: Surrendering
By Fr. Glenn Jones
Likely you’ve noticed that there sure is a lot of surrendering these days … and so unnecessarily (not to mention insincerely), too. Even the comics often ridicule the tendency. One makes an innocent comment on social media or in a speech or even simply in daily conversation, and can be immediately excoriated across the chasm of electronic insulation. Before you know it, the initial commentator is backpedaling as fast as their little fingers can type, almost to apologize for existing.
Our human social makeup tends to make most people want to “get along” for the good of the community; Read More
Daily Postcard: Autumn On The Grounds Of The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Autumn scene on the grounds of the Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints late Friday afternoon at 366 Grand Canyon Dr., in White Rock. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
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Scenes From Community Pumpkin Patch At IHM Oct. 16-31
The Community Pumpkin Patch opened for business Friday afternoon on the front lawn of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church (IHM) at 3700 Trinity Dr. The event runs through Oct. 31 and features pumpkins and gourds for sale, a maze and selfies. Funds raised support youth activities at the parish. The Community Pumpkin Patch is open 1-7 p.m. daily and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekends. Everyone must follow social distancing guidelines and wear a mask at all times. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Zach, left, and brother Wyatt like this pumpkin for Halloween carving. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
IHM Pumpkin Patch Is Open To Community Through Oct. 31
The pumpkin patch at IHM is now open to the community through Oct. 31. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
The maze at IHM is now open to the community through Oct. 31. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
COMMUNITY News:
Are you looking to add a few pumpkins to your house this year? Well you’re in luck!
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish is hosting a community pumpkin patch fundraiser today through Oct. 31 on the church grounds at 3700 Canyon Road. The money raised helps fund youth activities at the parish.
The pumpkin patch runs 1-7 p.m. daily and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekends.
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