Eleven-month-olds know how to gather crumbs. My grandson Walker stops midcrawl to inspect the only dust bunny in the corner. He turns its gray strands over in his tiny palm, begins the lift to his mouth before I swap him the yellow measuring cup. He laughs and flips the plastic back and forth, bangs it […]
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Today Flea market, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., part of the fall festival; also barbecue dinner from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Dinner tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the door for adults and $5 for children. South Freeport Church, 98 S. Freeport Road. Connected Catholics of Maine retreat day, 9 a.m. to 4 […]
Pontiff meets abuse survivors
He pledges protection for clergy victims on Day 2 of a state visit to Germany.
Catholic blogger has sources in high places
‘The Church Whisperer’ plays a vital role in the church he loves without taking Holy Orders.
Visiting rabbi coming to Rockland
Rabbi Natan Margalit will be in Rockland at least one weekend a month to officiate regular services, festivals and celebrations.
Religion Calendar
Today Indoor yard sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Second Congregational Church, 19 Crescent St., Biddeford. Shabbat service and discussion, 10 a.m., with Rabbi Natan Margalit, Adas Yoshuron Synagogue, 50 Willow St., Rockland. A kiddush reception will follow the service. For more information, call 594-4523. “Shaker Village at Alfred c. 1875,” 1 p.m., unveiling of […]
Reflections: Inner voice reminds him of life’s purpose
I did not call the past forward; but suddenly an almost forgotten piece of yesterday was there.
Reflections: In waiting, we can find our way
Dan and I have a spiritual friendship; it evolved from a simple friendship. Our spiritual paths often cross. When this happens, we get together for a cup of coffee and talk about our spiritual journeys. We believe our spiritual journeys are a path to our authentic selves. In our search for our authentic selves, we […]
What’s been learned since 9/11?
As the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks approached, some religious leaders and thinkers were asked about faith in a post-attack world. What have we learned about religion in the past 10 years? What was the spiritual impact of 9/11? Below are excerpts of their responses. Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Nobel Peace Prize winner and […]
Religion Calendar
Today Book sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., includes craft and cookbooks, fabric and other items. Alfred Parish Church, Alfred. Family Fun Day, 10 a.m. to noon, for children in grades K-5 and their families. There will be games, crafts, snacks and surprises. Hope.Gate.Way, 185 High St., Portland, on the ground floor of the Gateway […]