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Holmerud: Shooting pushes us to become ‘communities of peace’ News from Las Vegas, Nev., of a shooting that has left nearly 60 dead and more than 500 wounded prompted this message from Bishop Mark Holmerud, leader of the Sierra Pacific Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. (Peace Lutheran Church is a part of […]
When disaster strikes, God hears our cries! We invite you to stand with our neighbors where disasters have struck along the Gulf Coast, in the Caribbean, in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas, in Mexico and in the American West. Record-setting hurricanes, powerful earthquakes and enormous wildfires may make us feel helpless, alone and scared. But […]
Violence against one is violence against all. ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton responds to shootings in Baton Rouge, La. and St. Paul, Minn. She urges followers of Jesus to “show up” and “be present” in communities that are in pain. Some of Bishop Eaton’s remarks from Friday’s statement include: “Connect to law enforcement – they […]
See What Faith Can Do: $17K! Thank you so much for your prayers and encouragement during this campaign! Our results show what faith, prayer and hard work can achieve: $17,680 has been donated by the generous people of western Nevada County, far surpassing PEACE’s goal for this campaign of $10,000. With the seed grant from […]
Jesus’ miracles are for real! Jesus did many amazing things during his brief ministry: He changed water into wine; he fed 5,000 people with a few loaves of bread and a couple dried fish; he made the blind see, the deaf hear and the crippled walk; he even reversed death. Jesus’ miracles, like the tricks […]
Say NO to racism! Fifty years after civil rights activists marched in Selma, Ala., people of color still face racism and violence – even during swimming pool parties and Bible study sessions. Everyone interested in what we can do in Nevada County to end racism is invited to a series of workshops starting at 9:15 […]
A Mass of Healing will be offered for Mary Grace Tassone at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in downtown Grass Valley. All are welcome, said St. Patrick’s Secretary Linda Shirkey. After the Mass, an Adoration and a Rosary will follow; during an Adoration, the Body of Christ in the form […]
Our brains don’t have to decline with age! The human brain can adapt and change with astonishing power, even into old age. With the right nutrition and exercise, the brain can form new neural pathways, change existing connections and adapt to new situations. You can maintain the size and function of your brain, improving how […]
As we age, our appetites tend to get smaller – yet good nutrition is important for healthy aging. How to make your calories count will be discussed in “Eating for Energy and Vitality,” a free presentation from 9:15 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, May 20, at Peace Lutheran Church in Grass Valley. The presenter is Kathleen […]
Wed. May 13: “Aging Well, Staying Vital” — The effects of stress on one’s energy and ability to get a good night’s sleep will be discussed from 9:15 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday, May 13, in Grass Valley. It’s part of a free, four-week seminar on “Aging Well, Staying Vital” offered by Kathleen O’Dae, a specialist […]