On August 27, the City of Elk Grove held its annual Multicultural Festival after a 2-year absence due to Covid.
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Religious persecution is occurring more frequently in the world. People, if aware at all, would say, oh, yes, Christians are being persecuted all over the world.
It has been 10 long years since the Gurdwara in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, killed 6 people and wounded 4 others. These were devoted worshipers as well as family members whose only crime was attending their local Sikh temple to worship.
A dedicated group of volunteers has been keeping this Food Locker going through the pandemic every single week. They serve a huge amount of people.
Muharram refers to the first month of the Islamic Calendar. The complete month of Muharram is sacred, according to the Muslims. However, it is the tenth day that is of most significance.
I have the privilege to live near a greenbelt in Sacramento and encounter all kinds of people, joggers and runners, bicyclists, short and long-distance dog walkers, and those walking in pairs or by themselves.
“This Virtual Calming Room is a place for students, families, and staff to find tools and strategies for managing emotions and feelings and building our resilience during this pandemic.”
Several years ago, I attended training at Kaiser South Sac to become a Spiritual Care Program volunteer. The training was led by the Hospital Chaplain, Reverend Elias Burgos, who is still there today.
The Oak Park churches are coming together for the Oak Park Peace Walk. Every Thursday, they will pray and walk the neighborhoods, introduce themselves to neighbors, tell them why we were out there, and invite them to walk with them.
Last week we ended our 2021-22 year and are beginning a new one. Check our accomplishments for the year.