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Written by Laura Ayer In Fryeburg, Maine, it was almost serendipitous that two simultaneous Peace Crane Projects were in the works during April and May to create an astounding 1,000 paper origami cranes. The project’s roots are based on the ancient Japanese origami art form, where delicate and colorful kami paper is folded into ornate […]
1,000 Paper Origami Cranes and the Wish for Peace Read More »
Written by Rebecca Esterson Many of us travelled a long way to be at Convention this year. We came by train, bus, and car. On the other hand, many of us travelled shorter distances to be with the community virtually, having travelled from the kitchen to the living room, or from the living room to
Images of Infinity in the Cosmic Garden Read More »
Written by Colin Amato Here we all are! It’s great to see everyone here. I’d like to invite you to turn in your program to the scripture reading that you see. Isaiah chapter six, verses 1–13. In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and
Message from the Ordinand Read More »
Written by Jim Lawrence Packing for a trip can stress out even the hardy. There’s only so much we can pack in anticipation for everything that we may need: a clothes strategy, work items, a laundry list for multiple contingencies. We’re often frantically checking details dashing out the door: where’s my ticket! Oh, good, right
“Take Only a Staff for the Journey” Read More »
Written by Jane Siebert We are here—can you believe it? Give yourself and everyone here a hand. And a hand for Brittany Price who has worked tirelessly and with deep dedication on her first in-person convention and her confidant, cheerleader, graphic designer and ever-ready partner, editor of the Messenger Beki Greenwood. This is their first
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Written by Catherine Lauber There is an illness that is sweeping the globe right now, that is causing all kinds of chaos and struggle, and pressures for individuals and families and communities. I see this illness present in people who are struggling with their mental health; I see this illness in families who are fighting
“This Illness Does Not Lead to Death” Read More »
Written by Rich Tafel The National Council of Churches (NCC) held their governing board retreat in Montgomery, Alabama, in May, followed by a board meeting the next week. This meeting was planned with a focus on addressing racism. The Swedenborgian Church was represented both in the retreat and board meeting. A tour of the Equal
Written by Rich Tafel Church of the Holy City in Washington, D.C. is a landmark in our nation’s capital located on Sixteenth Street only a ten-minute walk away from the White House. Possibly the most striking part of the church’s architecture is that incredible tower with far reaching pinnacles. The church, built in 1896, was
Church of the Holy City in Washington, D.C. Begins Tower Restoration Read More »
Written by Jim Lawrence At the upcoming annual convention, a proposed Standing Resolution of welcome and support of all people in the LGBTQ+ community will be brought to the floor. Our Church has striven to understand and address the emerging and changing world of sexuality and gender identities that has profoundly characterized our times. I
