Church columnists: Sept 10, 2008 Sep 11, 2008
As has always been true, the Holy Mass is at once a sacrifice, a personal encounter with Jesus Christ, and a shared meal ... The Church clearly teaches that there is no other sacrifice for our sins except the one offered by Jesus on His Holy Cross ... Jesus, though, is both fully human and fully God. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Alt and Main: an insider's take on Vancouver Sep 7, 2008
This place even has R-rated movies by such late-night masters as Tinto Brass and Jesus Franco. Don't arrive with an army of friends, however, because the quarters are cramped. (Globe and Mail)
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CARBIRTH (Raguso, Modesto Bee) -- Cops help deliver baby Jesus in a car ... In his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus blessed peacemakers. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Marlborough Sampler Aug 28, 2008
God s Big Backyard, where kids have a blast serving Jesus, is being presented Saturdays Sept. 6, Sept. 13 and Sept. 20 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at 69 Prospect St., Marlborough. The session, for children ages 5 to 12, is being offered by the New Hope Community Church, 350 Berlin Road, Marlborough. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Coogan conquers in Hamlet 2 Aug 22, 2008
It s a sequel to the Bard s tragedy about the Melancholy Dane involving a time machine, the Gay Men s Chorus and a sexy Jesus ... What other comedy is going to mash up Jesus Christ Superstar, Grease, Einstein, Freud, Roland Barthes and Al Jazeera. (Boston Herald)
* COMMUNITY COMPASS: FEATURE:Animals Taiwan breeds help for needy Aug 12, 2008
Lazarus [the name of a man in the Bible who was raised from the dead by Jesus] was a complete mess when we found him. You can see pictures of him on our Web site [animalstaiwan. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Searching for a quiet, enlightening getaway? Jul 25, 2008
He told a story about Jesus, whose disciples were angry at their rude treatment by several villagers in ancient Palestine, while Jesus was unbothered. "I can only spend what is in my purse," was his reply. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Quirky U.S. spots, from $139 Jul 23, 2008
Adding to the weirdness factor are nearby attractions such as Milford's Jesus Tree, whose scar left from the loss of a limb has reportedly grown into an image of Jesus, and the Melon Heads, tiny vicious monsters with huge heads said to appear along Velvet Street in nearby Trumbull. The includes one night at the , a 508-room hotel across the street from Stamford Town Center Mall. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Are the Braves done? Jul 21, 2008
My Lord Jesus is coming soon and I want to go out a winner. By southbeachdietfreak. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
All-Star Game at home of Babe & Mick Jul 16, 2008
random about my post last night, i wont say anything else about it, because i try to follow the rules of the blog, but you cant talk about josh hamilton s story without talking about Jesus. and the story is even better knowing what josh did last night. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Was Jesus' Resurrection a Sequel? Jul 15, 2008
Was Jesus' Resurrection a Sequel ... Was Jesus' Resurrection a Sequel ... The tablet appears to date authentically to the years just before the birth of Jesus and yet at least according to one Israeli scholar it announces the raising of a messiah after three days in the grave. (Time.com)
Learn Little-Known Art Facts Jul 5, 2008
The subject matter of The (1517) is Jesus visiting the grave of Lazarus, the brother of sisters Mary and Martha, at their request. When the painting was bought by the British government in 1824, the canvas was catalogued as NG1, making it officially the first painting to enter the National Gallery, London, where it can be seen today. (Suite101.com)
Garner: Carving for the Lord Jun 30, 2008
"Since doing it for Jesus, it is like walking in the park.". In 1984, the family heard about the Alleluia Community in Augusta. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Your guide to Fiesta del Sol, Friday and Saturday in downtown Alpine Jun 20, 2008
Bill McLeod, Jesus Tafoya, Blair Pittman 20% off storewide sale. Kiowa Gallery, 105 E Holland, 837-3067. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Rants and raves Jun 14, 2008
GEORGIA REPUBLICAN PARTY Chairwoman Sue Everhart said that the party's presumed presidential nominee "has a lot in common with Jesus Christ." However this politician tries to hedge on this one, she's gone too far. A RAVE TO ALL the teachers in Columbia County. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Planning a garage sale? Read this! May 24, 2008
me wrote on May 23, 2008 1:41 PM:" I say let the the people have their yardsales and leave them alone times are getting tough and they need to do extra things to make ends meet id rather they had a yardsale every weekend in a usually quiet area then sale drugs.....and remember jesus loves us all the same ". Attn me. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Indiana Jones quiz May 18, 2008
3 Indiana Jones and his father (Sean Connery) go on a quest in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" to find the Holy Grail, the cup from which Jesus drank at the Last Supper. The father-son team must deal with Nazis in the 1938 adventure. (Fresno Bee)
Get up and out May 14, 2008
Across the street is La Salette Shrine (Route 4A, Lower Shaker Village, 603-632-7087), which commemorates a village in the French Alps where Mary, the mother of Jesus, is said to have appeared to two shepherd children in 1846. A self-described "place of prayer and meditation," the Enfield site is open year-round and includes a garden, chapel, gift shop, and guest housing that provides limited lodging. (Boston Globe)
Braves: Two chances to win road game today May 13, 2008
Jesus H. Christ, get on the bandwagon. The Braves will have one consecutive win on the road. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Medallion of Excellence winners Apr 20, 2008
Parents: Jesus & Maria Caro. Residence: Seville. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
10 things to do this weekend Mar 28, 2008
Common Threads founders Art Smith and his partner, artist Jesus Salguerio, hosted their third World Festival fundraising spectacular at the Museum of Contemporary Art. CN wants to shift more than 20 freight trains a day from the city and route them through the suburbs - to the protest of many communities. (Crain's Chicago Business)
The Stone Box And Jesus' Brother's Bones Mar 25, 2008
Stone Box Linked To Jesus. Did the box once contain the bones of the brother of Jesus, as its inscription said ... Ossuaries were used to hold the bones of the dead some 2,000 years ago, in the time of Jesus. (CBS News -- 60 minutes)
Collector shares his love of Russian icons Feb 11, 2008
The museum groups a collection of Pokrov icons, which depict Jesus' mother, Mary, in her role of sheltering mankind with her veil. These images often hung in Russian homes as a talisman against fire, earthquakes, plagues, and other threats. (Boston Globe)
Tell us about your morning commute Feb 11, 2008
Sweet Jesus, I m gonna work them. I hope Cheese and the evil trinity of Marlo, Snoop and Chris get theirs soon. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Dance is part of rehabilitation at Philippine prison Jan 16, 2008
Byron Garcia, a security consultant for the prison, tried to enter a troupe of 100 inmates in the Sinulog festival this Sunday, a lavish street-dancing festival in honor of the child Jesus and the biggest tourist event in Cebu. Citing security concerns - 70 percent of the prison's inmates were convicted of serious crimes like murder, rape and narcotics trafficking - Mayor Tomas Osmea, who oversees the festival, rejected the prison's bid. (International Herald Tribune)
Priest collects wisdom from multiple magi Jan 10, 2008
The reason has nothing to do with ongoing academic wrangling over the actual number, ethnicity or travel route of the storied Caspar (or Gaspar), Melchior and Balthasar (or Balthazar) who, Christmas legend holds, discovered the newborn Jesus by following the "Star of Bethlehem." It has everything to do with Genuardi's trip to Williamsburg, Va ... The informal exhibit has particular significance on Jan. 6 - a Christian feast day called the Epiphany that commemorates the magis' arrival at Jesus'... (Springfield Sun, PA)
Oconee County police blotter Dec 26, 2007
" Martin painted 12 character figurines, including baby Jesus, Mary, Joseph, three wise men, a shepherd boy, an angel, an inn keeper, a mother sheep and two lambs. "I worked on Mary and Joseph for the longest," she said. "Each one averaged around seven hours ... " To Martin, the most beneficial aspect of the nativity scene is the fact it serves as a reminder of how people from every walk of life can lay aside their differences and come together when inspired by love. "I am a big animal lover and... (Athens Banner-Herald)
A crisis year, a Christmas comeback Dec 25, 2007
"Our first and main priority is to bring people closer to Jesus," Dora said, "and the way how we do that is by letting them know with our good-natured spirit of giving out food." ... He led daily prayers in the garage, often wearing a baseball cap that said "Jesus," and he would offer the invocation at Saturday worship. (Boston Globe)
Tree treasures Dec 23, 2007
The figurine of Mary and a baby Jesus is a gift from her grandmother when she was 4. And a collection of knitted ornaments are seasonal gifts from her best friend. (Montana Standard, MT)
Lebold Mansion offers lessen in Christmas lore Dec 23, 2007
It took Gary Yuschalk and Larkin Mayo two days to cleverly put the tree up, which is segmented in catchy vignettes that carry themes of sea shells, the White House and patriotism, to Snow White and Scrooge and a traditional manger featuring the baby Jesus and angels ... He noted that giving gifts is noted in the Bible, which talks about three wisemen who traveled many miles to offer gifts to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Setting the scene Dec 21, 2007
She found a manger scene in Alaska, but instead of a donkey, a moose watches over the baby Jesus. "I'll think, 'I don't need to collect any more,' but I always find room," she says. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Gingerbread men add spice to holiday ads; meet Kaiser's kid Dec 17, 2007
The animated ad showed a fourth Wise Man bringing the gift of Red Bull to a baby Jesus. The other three Wise Men show up with the expected frankincense, gold and myrrh. (USA Today -- Money)
‘Total collapse’ Dec 6, 2007
We at Olde Good Things are very thankful to Jesus that none of the employees, firemen or neighbors were hurt in the warehouse fire, and that there was no damage to our neighbors property, according to their news release. Neighbor Jody DeCresenza said heat from the fire cracked his upstairs windows and melted the blinds inside his 419 N. Ninth Ave. home. (Scranton Times, PA)
Something different Dec 6, 2007
The mass will take place at 10 a.m. on Dec. 15 at St. Therese of the Infant Jesus, 300 Mildred Ave. NW in Albuquerque. (243-0218, 821-0800, or 983-2322). (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Price of admission Dec 3, 2007
For example, those who bought tickets to the Oct. 24 show by the Jesus and Mary Chain, which was canceled due to the wildfires, were out at least $3. 80. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Buying local for the holidays Nov 29, 2007
I can answer your questions Racebaiter: Fort Collins is the world headquarters for the War Against Jesus. The ACLU is a bunch of Christ-killers in the thrall of George Soros. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Small-town merchants offer less hectic shopping Nov 26, 2007
" His crusade against out of control consumption is pictured in the new film "What Would Jesus Buy. " opening at some theaters in LA and San Francisco. This highly relevant film was not on TV, of course, because our media is deeply complicit in promoting/encouraging mindless consumerism through newspapers, commercials and on newscasts. This is a well-practiced formula mirroring TV's promotion of the war in Iraq, as the line between selling and telling disappears. Media outlets are amply rewarded... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Nativity on Gaither Mountain Nov 22, 2007
It's not pretty , but it's one of my favorites, because the Baby Jesus is as naked as he can be ... The Baby Jesus was untouched, though ... "So I found some Styrofoam, made Mary a new head, and Joseph a new face. I had some Indian corn on the hearth, so I cut a piece of husk and put it on Jesus for a headdress. I got some toilet paper and made Mary a blue mantle. And I got behind Larry's llama rug and cut a chunk of hair off and they got some new hair. "After that, I bought plastic boxes to put... (Newton County Times, AR)
Holiday Calendar Nov 22, 2007
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20 comments Nov 12, 2007
Keith , Taft, CaliforniaNov 09, 2007 @ 10:16 AM"Chappaquiddick" Ted is among the many politicians on BOTH sides of the isle (after all, he was the first one invited to the White House by Bush in 2000, who has called him "The Lion of the Senate', and let him write the Education bill)who seek life time positions in our oligarchy by every means available: By bribing the masses with entitlements, by suppressing people of faith and conscience with laws infringing on all of their Constitutionally... (Human Events Online)
Regional calendar Nov. 1 edition Nov 2, 2007
Cathy Rais and Claire Putnicki will speak about their cable access program, "Walk With Jesus," prayers and devotion will follow. Courageous Catholic Women meets on the second Monday of the month. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Church of Nazarene a community venue Oct 27, 2007
e love Jesus and try to make him the reason to live. We are praying for a revival of faith in the Auburn area. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Art to buy and art to appreciate Oct 27, 2007
Mr. Seiferth originally donated the large realistic painting of Jesus to Memorial Lutheran Church on the North Side. When Memorial merged with St. Luke's in 1971, the painting was moved and installed over a doorway there. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Entertainment guide Oct 22, 2007
CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Willow St., Peckville, benefits Altar and Rosary Society, $1. WORKS IN CLAY: NEPA: through Saturday, Afa Gallery, 514 Lackawanna Ave.. (Scranton Times, PA)
O.J. Simpson bail hearing set for Wednesday Oct 18, 2007
Controversial chocolate Jesus sculpture returns to New York gallery. Text. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Crime)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Geena Davis to hold celebrity auction Sep 25, 2007
Committed to a Biblical critique as shown in the message of the Jewish prophets and the Gospel of Jesus, Duchrow will outline new ways to see today's issues that result in poverty, underdevelopment and the instability that results in global terrorism. Lunch reservations are requested by e-mailing or calling (619) 5288075. (North County Times)
Find a proud and simpler culture in Paris, Texas Sep 17, 2007
If you take time to chat with the museum docents, you surely will learn about the man buried beneath the "Jesus in Cowboy Boots" monument in Evergreen Cemetery ... To some people, his grave marker could look like Jesus in the heeled shoes a cowpuncher would wear. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
San Francisco, Arkansas Sep 16, 2007
" A similarly Branson-esque Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down stars a banjo-picking hillbilly doofus named P Nutt. But for sheer pageantry, nothing competes with the Passion Play, which for four decades has enthralled an amphitheater audience of as many as 4,100 each night with its reenactment of the final days in the life of Jesus. (The show is dark Sundays and Wednesdays, when its target audience is in church.) A flock of sheep and live camels join the locals who pantomime to a recorded script, which... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Kanye or 50 Cent? Sep 12, 2007
Gemini (I.E. MTV Music Awards Spat/ Jesus Walk Song and Anti Bush Sentiments at Katrina Fundraiser). If you want to buy your son any rap music then it should be rap by Common, Talib Kweli, Cee-Lo Green, and Andre 3000. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Man shot in throat; 27-year-old is charged Sep 6, 2007
On Tuesday, Orangeburg County Magistrate Richard Murray denied bond on Victor Jesus Olivus Vasquez of 103 Goodwin St.. The 27-year-old was charged with assault and battery with intent to kill. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Warner Ho-Ho-Home Video Celebrates the Holidays with the Release of Christmas Television Favorites Collection on DVD October 2, 2007 Sep 5, 2007
Nestor the Long-eared Christmas Donkey -- Back in the days of the Roman Empire, a small donkey named Nestor who is teased mercilessly about his abnormally long ears, becomes a hero when he is chosen by Mary and Joseph to take them to Bethlehem where Mary gives birth to baby Jesus. Frosty's Winter Wonderland -- When Frosty feels lonely, the kids think of making him a wife named Crystal. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Motley crew of dogs finds calling Aug 31, 2007
WASHINGTON - The day before Ricky Bobby Baby Jesus was scheduled to die by an injection of pentobarbital, along came the cookie lady ... How Ricky Bobby Baby Jesus and Mary Jane went from being underachieving curs to canines sniffing out terrorists in Rabat, Morocco, is the story of how some Americans - or at least their dogs - are finding second chances through the war on al-Qaida ... "Ricky Bobby Baby Jesus, cut that out! That's rude!" Waggoner shouted. (AZCentral -- News)
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The difference between the historical Jesus and the living one. 500. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Got a spare $21 million? Aug 5, 2007
Got a spare $21 million. Got a spare $21 million. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
'Idol' Watch Jul 15, 2007
" BLAKE LEWIS Somehow, the beat-boxing/faux-reggae-singing 25-year-old from Bothell, Wash., became this season's runner-up simply by reviving the sound of '90s rock has-beens 311. Give him credit. By aping his favorite band's sound wholesale, he managed to reinvigorate dusty old hits by Bon Jovi and the Zombies. Plus, he killed off the tuxedo T-shirt forever. MELINDA DOOLITTLE Maybe Howard Stern's comment that her wide smile reminded him of Shrek was a bit too harsh, but there was certainly... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Grand vision, humble beginnings Jun 26, 2007
GREENVILLE In Mark 4:30, Jesus speaks of having mustard seed faith. This is the vision and hope when seen to completion that spawn great accomplishments. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
50-YEAR-OLD "Ironman" Ricky Rudd prepares for... Jun 26, 2007
For those who need other forms of sustenance there is the Team Jesus Chapel ("Running the good Race ... Chapel Services at 8 a.m.") and Craig Dewsup's portable trailer with 16 shower stalls ( 5 to wash off 50 Acres of dust) and a row of sinks and mirrors for completing the morning ablutions. Dewsnup also services firefighters and spent five months in New Orleans after Katrina. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Mark the Calender...It's 4th of July in Sigourney Jun 22, 2007
Sigourney News Review - Mark the Calender. It's 4th of July in Sigourney. (Sigourney News Review, IA)
More of this story Jun 21, 2007
"My attitude has not changed, and the fight is not over, I can promise you that. My only question is would Jesus play or support this game, and I think the answer is no. We may not win the battle, but the war is not over. I cannot see how it went from many people wanting the game to just one child. It is misrepresentations that I do not like," said McCain alluding to the fact that Caron has said that several citizens requested the game. According to Caron, talk of offering the game came about... (Williamstown Grant County News, KY)
Community Events & Entertainment Jun 5, 2007
Includes songs and stories of the struggle for dignity and spirituality as followers of Jesus. Free admission. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Dating: Cursed by unrequited love Jun 5, 2007
ABC some of the greatest men to walk the face of this earth (MLK, some say Jesus, Holyfield (joke)) looked for a place to unwind ... ABC some of the greatest men to walk the face of this earth (MLK, some say Jesus, Holyfield (joke)) looked for a place to unwind. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
VICKERS/A mania for flea markets May 24, 2007
Her reply was that all the books were one dollar except for the books dealing with religion which she referred to as "Jesus books.". "The Jesus books," she told us, "are free because it is a sin to take money for the words of Jesus." At this point, I wondered about all those bookstores selling Bibles and other religious commentaries ... Were these booksellers sinning because they were making money selling the words of Jesus. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Of Faith, Fame & Fortune May 20, 2007
" List, the evangelist who helped the Whites' ministry in its early years, hopes it stays that way. List was in Tampa a few weeks ago but never connected with the Whites. "I talked to them a few years back, but they're real hard to get a hold of these days," he said. He has heard about their ministry's vast reach, the multimillion-dollar revenue and the couple's personal accumulated wealth. List is not saying people shouldn't have those things. But he has seen what happens when people come from... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Hazel Moore named WDN Mom of the Year May 14, 2007
If not for the Lord on my side I wouldn t be here so I thank God for Jesus ... Moore said she wants to be remembered as a God-fearing woman who really loved Jesus. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Gas prices soar in Twin Cities May 6, 2007
to Jesus House Liberal wrote on May 04, 2007 11:26 PM:"That's not a liberal, that's a gangsta. Get it right!" ... Jesus House Liberal wrote on May 04, 2007 9:39 PM:"I drive a huge 1974 oldsmobile 98, a real classic rusted junker. Its gets about 8mpg if I go easy, and you should see my tailpipe emissons ! Nobody blames me though, becuase Im poor. I figure Im burning up a heck of alot more petroleum reserves than any SUV , and my tailpipe smog more than offsets 30,000 Prius' ~! I change my own oil... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
