‘Jewish Life In New Mexico And Beyond: A Mosaic Of Stories’ Virtual Fall Conference Oct. 24-25
NMJHS News:
SANTA FE — Jewish Life in New Mexico and Beyond: A Mosaic of Stories is the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society’s theme for its virtual 2020 fall conference Oct. 24-25.
Both Saturday and Sunday 2-4:30 p.m. Zoom.com programs will feature two sessions each day, led by noted New Mexicans.
Zoom pre-registration will be required. Contact: admin@nmjhs.org or call 505.348.4471.
The Oct. 24 program includes in Session 1: “The Spanish Flu Epidemic in N.M. and the role of Rabbi Bergman”, led by Naomi Sandweiss and Richard Melzer, followed by Session 2, “The Jewish Catskills: A Summer Place”, Read More
Fr. Glenn: The Goldilocks Syndrome
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
Often noted nowadays is the lack of class or even courtesy in civil(?) discourse—never more evident than during election seasons. Wild accusations abound, and commentators seem to vie in outdoing one another in vulgarity, as if that leads a greater credence to their argument rather than the reverse. But perhaps most evident is the propensity to disregard anyone’s position or argument other than one’s own, refusing to even listen to counterargument. We like to proclaim ourselves as open-minded, but are we really?
Unlike Goldilocks in the children’s bedtime story, many Read More
Where Are They Now: Former TOTH Rector Fr. Colin Kelly
It has been seven years since Fr. Colin Kelly retired as rector of Trinity on The Hill Episcopal Church in Los Alamos. He was spotted Friday morning walking with his favorite partner, Kiki on Potrillo Drive in Pajarito Acres in White Rock. Fr. Kelly is now serving at St. Jerome’s Episcopal Church in Chama and would like to say, ‘hi to everyone’ around the community. Photo by Jenn Bartram/ladailypost.com Read More
Shop On The Corner Open 1st & 3rd Wednesdays
Halloween decorations for sale at Shop on the Corner. Courtesy/TOTH
SHOP ON THE CORNER News:
The Shop on the Corner Thrift Shop, located on the first floor of Trinity of the Hill Episcopal Church, is opening its doors 8:30 a.m. to noon on the first and third Wednesdays of each month through the end of the year.
This schedule will coincide with the United Church’s thrift shop so customers can shop at both stores. A half-price sale on appliances and linens will be featured Wednesday. Shop on the Corner Thrift Shop has received many nice dishes and pots and pans from an estate sale. Various holiday decor Read More
Sonlight Christian Camp Fundraiser: United Church Oct. 17
Fill The Dough Bowl!
A Fundraising Event In Support of
Sonlight Christian Camp
At United Church Saturday, Oct. 17, 1-3 p.m.
For 42 years, Sonlight Christian Camp has provided families with wonderful camp experiences in a Christian setting.
COVID-19 nearly stopped all 2020 camp events, but the Sonlight staff got creative and hosted approved, socially distant, family camps – which were a hit – but not enough to sustain Sonlight through another year of COVID-19 related restrictions and increased expenses.
Sonlight is famous for their homemade cookies (they are good for the soul), and those craving Read More
Fr. Glenn: Remembering St. Francis
By Fr. Glenn Jones
This Sunday (October 4) happens to fall on the annual Catholic memorial feast of much-beloved St. Francis of Assisi. Even many non-Catholic Christians and atheists hold St. Francis in esteem, very often for his touted devotion to nature and kindness to animals; likely a majority of the statues and portrayals depict him with birds or other animals about his person. And even today the collective community of religious orders claiming St. Francis as their inspiration is likely the largest in the world.
Some may ask: “I thought they followed Jesus?!” Well, certainly; Jesus Christ Read More
Los Alamos Flutes At Bryce Avenue Presbyterian Church
Los Alamos Flutes, a neighborhood flute choir, fills the air with beautiful music as they practice Sunday, Sept. 27 in the parking lot of Bryce Avenue Presbyterian Church at 333 Bryce Ave. in White Rock. Photo by Shari MillsFather Theophan: Too Far Gone
‘Clay is constantly changing, drying, and shrinking … you need to work with it.’ Created by Father Theophan
By Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
“Clay is constantly changing, drying, shrinking” my pottery professor would say, “you need to work with it.”
In upstate New York where I first went to school, getting our pots to dry was a challenge. The relative humidity was high, and most pots didn’t really ever dry completely until we put them in a warm kiln for a few hours.
Here in Los Alamos, or before, even worse, when I made pots in Las Cruces, clay dries at an alarming Read More
Yom Kippur: Before Sunset Today To After Nightfall Monday
For nearly 26 hours—from several minutes before sunset today to after nightfall Monday—Jews will spend time in prayer. Courtesy/www.chabad.org
Yom Kippur News:
Yom Kippur began this evening. It is the holiest day of the year for Jewish people.
For nearly 26 hours—from several minutes before sunset today to after nightfall Monday—Jews will spend time in prayer.
Yom Kippur is the day on which Jewish people are closest to G‑d and to the quintessence of their own souls. It is the Day of Atonement—“For on this day He will forgive you, to purify you, that you be cleansed from all your sins before G‑d.” Read More
Scenes From Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church Celebrating First Sunday Worship Service Since March 8
Members of the congregation of Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church gathered in person this morning outside in the parking lot at 2390 North Road to celebrate Sunday worship service for the first time since March 8. Before the service Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry told the Los Alamos Daily Post, ‘It will be safe! It will be together! It will be during a beautiful fall morning!’ Visit www.bethluth.com. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Scene of the outdoor worship service this morning in the parking lot at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church at 2390 North Road. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailypost.com
Fr. Glenn: The Freedom Of Truth
By Fr. Glenn Jones
Is anyone—everyone—confused? Perhaps more than we think. With the onslaught of conflicting information concerning the various candidates in the upcoming election, it’s hard not to be. We find ourselves continuously having to ask: “Is this … or is it that … report which is correct; they are claiming essentially opposite things. Did this thing even really happen … and as they say it happened? Did he or she really do what is alleged?
Sigh. For those who want to be truly informed and not simply vote for the “correct” letter by a name, it can be a jungle out there. But, unfortunately, Read More
Father Theophan: Slow Is Smooth, Smooth Is Fast
Clay cups inside a kiln. Created by Fr. Theophan
By Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
You can thank the U.S. Navy Seals for this nugget of wisdom although it may go back as far as Napoleon. “Slow is smooth, smooth is fast.” It seems counter-intuitive or at least paradoxical.
However, it is so true in so many facets of life, especially in the pottery workshop. Precious little in pottery is improved by doing it quickly, and there is a lot that can be ruined in an instant of inattention. Often on-line videos of potters throwing will be sped up, so that they are less boring to watch, Read More
IHM Hosts Pumpkin Patch With Maze; Selfie Spot Oct. 16-31
Fr. Glenn: Finding The Vineyard
By Fr. Glenn Jones
So … Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (commonly a.k.a., “RBG”) finally succumbed to the cancer that’s been plaguing her for so long; may she rest in peace. No matter what political flavor you might ascribe to, you certainly can’t fault her dedication. Lots of people say that they want to “die in harness”, but she fought and did it. But, inevitably … we’re in store for an even more “interesting” time in the political arena just before the election … much like a tornado adds “interest” to a thunderstorm.
We all have an instinctive fear of death … the great unknown. “What’s it like?” Read More
La Vista Church: Time To Think About Halloween Already?
A pile of pumpkins. Courtesy/La Vista Church
La Vista Church News:
La Vista Church of Nazarene in White Rock is looking forward to serving the community with a fun Special Needs/Food Allergy Friendly event this Halloween, but is asking for deciding how to best do that to make sure everyone stays safe.
Anyone with a family member of any age who would benefit from a low sensory or Teal Pumpkin Halloween event, please help by filling out this 2 question survey about your preferences for a Halloween event.
Thank you! Read More
Rosh Hashanah Jewish New Year Begins At Sundown Today
Rosh Hashanah feasts traditionally include round challah bread (studded with raisins) and apples dipped in honey, as well as other foods that symbolize wishes for a sweet year. Courtesy/chabad.org
Rosh Hashanah News:
The central observance of Rosh Hashanah is blowing Read More
K-6 Students Invited To Good News Club Wednesdays
Jewish Life In New Mexico And Beyond: A Mosaic Of Stories
NMJHS News:
SANTA FE — “Jewish Life in New Mexico and Beyond: A Mosaic of Stories” is the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society’s theme for its virtual 2020 fall conference Oct. 24-25.
Both Saturday and Sunday 2-4:30 p.m. Zoom.com programs will feature two sessions each day, led by noted New Mexicans.
Zoom pre-registration will be required. Contact: admin@nmjhs.org or call (505).348.4471. The Oct. 24 program includes in Session 1: “The Spanish Flu Epidemic in N.M. and the role of Rabbi Bergman”, led by Naomi Sandweiss and Richard Melzer, followed by Session 2, “The Jewish Catskills: Read More
Father Theophan: Nuance
‘Something as simple as a coffee mug has so many elements that need attention.’ Created by Fr. Theophan
By Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
It really is the little things that make all the difference. Something as simple as a coffee mug has so many elements that need attention.
How big should it be; how much should it hold? Shape, lip, thickness, and weight? Handle or no? If handle, then is it rolled, molded, pulled, or carved? And all the questions of shape and harmony with the body of the mug arise. The iterations are nigh unto endless.
The wrong diameter, rough lip, or
Fr. Glenn: That Most Difficult Of Virtues
By Fr. Glenn Jones
Have you ever wondered why the 10 Commandments had to be … well, commandments? After all, even if the atheist omits the first ones concerning God, the others common-sensically speak to honor and integrity, not to mention facilitating a peaceful society. And yet … selfishness gains the upper hand and we loose the reins of the passions, the Commandments become just “good advice” … not really binding, but lovely ideas. Well … good luck with that; even the secular world condemns those who transgress the last seven.
And yet … there is one commandment of Jesus not called Read More
