Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary To Host Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair With Over 40 Vendors In IHM Parish Hall Saturday
Update On Drive For Food, Clothing, Cash Donations For Asylum Seekers
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
On Behalf of Cooperating Houses of Worship
As announced to the community earlier, The Unitarian Church, United Church, White Rock Presbyterian Church, Pajarito Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and Los Alamos Jewish Center are collaborating in a drive to raise food, clothing, toiletries, children’s art supplies and financial support for the work with asylum seekers of Colores United in Deming.
So far, community members have donated, among other things, about 60 boxes of clothing to the drive. The organizers of the drive are very grateful to the community Read More
Father Theophan To Bless New Bells At Saint Job Nov. 26
Four bells from a bellmaker in the Lusk region of Ukraine were recently shipped to Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church in Los Alamos. Photo by Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church at 1319 Trinity Drive. Photo by Father Theophan
By Father Theophan
Saint Job of Pochaiv Orthodox Church
Los Alamos
Bells in churches have a thousand-year-old tradition, both east and west, announcing times, events and calling the faithful to worship. They are rung for those outside the church to bring the people in and remind them what is going on inside the church.
Eastern and Slavic church bell ringing Read More
SFWAF To Host Lunch Talk/Discussion With Jack Shlacter On Oppenheimer And Strauss, A Difficult Relationship – From A Jewish Perspective Thursday Dec. 7
From The Santa Fe World Affairs Forum:
‘A Jewish Perspective on the Relationship Between Lewis Strauss and J. Robert Oppenheimer’
The Santa Fe World Affairs Forum invites the community to attend a buffet lunch and talk, noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 in board room #223 at Santa Fe Community College.
In June 1954 the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) revoked the security clearance of Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer, the scientific leader of the Manhattan Project to develop the first atomic bombs. Particularly in Los Alamos, the canonical view today of the clearance clash between Oppenheimer and 1954 Read More
Fr. Glenn: Caining Abel
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
It’s difficult to not behold in utter astonishment the news today concerning Israel and Jews, Gaza and Palestinians. Who would have thought even a year ago that supposed civilized persons would again be calling for destruction of Jews—the elimination of any people—once again, as if each man, woman and child of them were some monolithic evil in the world. (A quote seen recently: “Hitler knew how to deal with those people.” (!)) We even see U.S. Congresspersons and academicians implicitly (sometimes explicitly) refusing to condemn outright murder and even joining in with Read More
Albuquerque Community Nativity Celebrates Spirit Of Christmas Dec. 8-9
Scene from the upcoming Nativity event Dec. 8-9 at 1100 Montano Road NW in Albuquerque. Courtesy photo
Community Nativity Event News:
ALBUQUERQUE – The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Albuquerque New Mexico North Stake invites the community to attend a Nativity event Dec. 8-9. This tradition “promises to bring the true spirit of Christmas to life” at 1100 Montano Road NW.
The event will feature a display of Nativity scenes from various cultures and traditions, illuminating the story of the birth of Jesus Christ in Bethlehem.
Visitors of all ages are invited to explore the beautifully Read More
Scenes From 2023 Veterans Day Ceremony At Ashley Pond
The crowd salutes the Color Guard this morning during the Veterans Day Ceremony at Ashley Pond, hosted by American Legion Post 90. The Color Guard included the American Legion Post 90, its auxiliary, Sons of American Legion Riders Post 90, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8874, the Knights of Columbus, Elks Lodge B.P.O.E 2083, the Military Order of the World Wars, Girl Scouts of America, BSA of America and the Los Alamos High School’s NJROTC. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com
BSA of America and Girl Scouts of America led the Pledge of Allegiance this morning during the Veterans Day Ceremony Read More
Local Knights Of Columbus Enchilada Fundraiser Underway
‘Give Thanks’ Piano Recital By Patti Merrill At WRPC Nov. 12
In this season of thanksgiving, come ‘Give Thanks’ and enjoy a piano recital by professional musician and former White Rock Presbyterian Church accompanist Patti Merrill at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12, at White Rock Presbyterian Church, 310 Rover Blvd. in White Rock; right next to Rover Park. Admission is free; donations will be received at the door. Courtesy photo Read More
All Shall Be Well: Pay Attention With The Eyes Of Your Heart
Clergy from left, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired; Pastor Nicolé Ferry, Associate Rector Lynn Finnegan and Pastor Deb Church. Courtesy photo
By Pastor Nicolé Raddu Ferry
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Los Alamos
I must confess that for the first time since we began writing these articles-sharing our prayers, thoughts, hopes, reflections, and invitations as leaders of faith with this community of Los Alamos-the words “All Shall Be Well” caused me to pause. For you see, our world has great pain, injustice, division, and blindness to what we can do for “All [things to] Be Well.”
And so I wonder: Read More
Wedding Announcement: Justin & Lynette Herrera
Wedding Announcement: Justin and Lynette Herrera of Nambe were married Oct. 21, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Los Alamos. A reception followed at Fuller Lodge. Lynette’s parents are Ronnie and Annette Duran of El Rancho and Justin’s parents are Harold and Nadine Herrera of Questa. Lynette works at Allure Salon in Los Alamos and Justin works at Los Alamos National Laboratory. The couple has two sons, Jayvin and GianCarlo Herrera and plan a honeymoon to the Republic of Maldives in 2024. Courtesy photo
Justin and Lynette Herrera of Nambe were married Oct. 21, 2023, at Immaculate Read More
Sacred Heart Ladies Auxiliary To Host Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair With 40+ Vendors Nov. 18 At IHM Parish Hall
Fr. Glenn: ‘I Want To Be In That Number…’
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
When you’re around Catholics this week, you may hear them speaking about All Saints Day, an annual November 1 day of remembrance (not worship) of all the faithful who are the “proven friends” of God and have inherited eternal life with Him.
Even the non-believer should be able to at least acknowledge the good of this day and the persons it honors, for the saints are men and women who have followed the great commandments to the best of their knowledge and ability—sought to practice and advance goodness, kindness and righteousness in their lives. After all, we honor sports stars, Read More
Shlachter: Response To ‘Peaceful Protest’
By Rabbi Jack Shlachter
Los Alamos Jewish Center
If those protesting along Trinity Drive (link) really do want a ceasefire in Gaza, they should advocate on behalf of the people living in Gaza to get rid of the Hamas terrorists who rule over them, and they should advocate for the return of all the hostages.
Hamas terrorists massacred over 1,400 people – including babies in their cribs, young people at a dance party, and Holocaust survivors – and kidnapped over 200 others.
Israel has every right to defend itself and ensure that such barbaric acts do not happen again. Were it not for the Hamas atrocities Read More
Kiwanis Club Hosts Used Bike Collection At IHM Oct. 27-28
Kiwanis Club News:
Kiwanis is doing another used bike collection this weekend, 2-6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27 and 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 28 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Parish Hall at 3700 Canyon Road.
Any size bikes, in any condition, are welcome. The bikes will be cleaned and refurbished and distributed to needy kids.
This is Kiwanis’ third collection and more than 200 bikes have been donated locally and more than 1,000 statewide.
Community members are invited to check their garage and shed and bring over those unused and outgrown bikes for this worthy cause.
Fr. Glenn: The Struggle
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
It doesn’t take a long look at the news to find examples of failures—failures of marriage, failures of remaining within legality in general, failures of sobriety, and just out and out failures of being good persons. Some would tell me: “Well, if people ‘walked the line’ in everything all of the time, you priests and ministers would be out of a large part of your jobs.” Trust me; we would not mind a bit!
But, alas … such isn’t the case, and doesn’t look like it ever will be. Ever those darned old bad habits, temptations, irascibilities, selfishnesses, etc., are always goading us to Read More
All Shall Be Well: I Don’t Know How To Pray
Clergy from left, Deacon Cynthia Biddlecomb, retired; Pastor Nicolé Ferry, Associate Rector Lynn Finnegan and Pastor Deb Church. Courtesy photo
By Rev. Deb Beloved Church
White Rock Presbyterian Church
According to one news source (NBCNews.com), updated at 8:41 p.m. MST, Oct. 19, 2023, since the surprise attack on Israel by Hamas on Thursday, Oct. 7, “More than 3,700 people have been killed and more than 13,000 have been injured in Gaza. In Israel, 1,400 people have been killed and 3,500 have been wounded.”
That’s more than 20,000 people, killed or wounded, in less than two weeks, with far too Read More
‘The Gospel Of Mark’ Returns To TOTH After 6-Year Hiatus
Scene from Jeff Favorite’s one-man storytelling of the Gospel of Mark. Photo by T.K. Thompson
Scene from Jeff Favorite’s one-man storytelling of the Gospel of Mark. Photo by T.K. Thompson
TOTH News:
After a six-year hiatus, Trinity on the Hill (TOTH) Episcopal Church is bringing back Jeff Favorite’s one-man storytelling of the Gospel of Mark.
The performances will be 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4. The doors open for refreshments and coffee 30 minutes before the performance time. Performances will take place at Trinity on the Hill, 3900 Trinity Dr.
In Read More
Fr. Glenn: Never Say Never
By Fr. Glenn Jones:
One of the best-known verses in the Biblical book of Ecclesiastes is: “What has been is what will be, and what has been done is what will be done; and there is nothing new under the sun.” (Ecclesiastes 1:9). Or, for a more flippant contemporary phrase, “Wash. Rinse. Repeat.”
As we’ve watched the tragic events occurring in Israel unfold over the last week or so, we who are a bit older can’t help thinking: “Huh; I’ve seen THIS movie before.” Scale can be different, methods somewhat varied, but it seems an unending cycle of: War. Tense ceasefire. Rearm. Wash, rinse, repeat. Except Read More
United Church To Host Wellness Conversations For Local Parents, Guardians, Youth And Children Post-Eclipse Oct. 14
UNITED CHURCH News:
Post-Eclipse this Saturday afternoon, Oct. 14, United Church Minister for Youth Keith Lewis and Director of Children’s Ministries Laura Loving will facilitate an afternoon of sharing concerns and opportunities for mental health, social awareness and support.
Conversations will take place 1-3 p.m. at the United Church at 2525 Canyon Road, and will focus on issues in the community based on what ideas are brought up in the sessions. Possibilities can include teen pressure and academic concerns, the surge of fentanyl use, depression and mental health, along with support Read More
