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Choosing hope in a season of uncertainty

Our congregation’s theme this season is “Choosing Hope,” something admittedly easier said than done, especially when the world is on fire. I am inspired by the witness of countless oppressed communities who have courageously chosen love as a response to hate and nonviolent resistance in the face of cruelty. Their testimonies challenge despair by insisting […]

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The impact of cyberbullying in animal welfare

The rise of social media has created an interesting phenomenon — it allows people to offer commentary and criticism without ever having to face the person or organization they are targeting. Ugly things that would never be said in person are now routinely stated online. The field of animal welfare is no exception. Most animal […]

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2 outstanding hikes in Acadia National Park

Although renowned for dozens of spectacular peaks, Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island has more than outstanding mountain hikes. The park also offers a multitude of stimulating treks on trails in other settings. While on a recent vacation in Mount Desert Island, my wife, Nancy, and I studied park maps and trail publications in […]