Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Gift




Thursday, January 20, 2011
Wonder
According to the gospel, Mary and Joseph took the baby Jesus to the Temple in Jerusalem forty days after his birth to complete Mary's ritual purification after childbirth, and to perform the redemption of the firstborn, in obedience to the Law of Moses (Leviticus 12, Exodus 13:12-15, etc.). Luke explicitly says that Joseph and Mary take the option provided for poor people (those who could not afford a lamb) in Leviticus 12:8, sacrificing "a pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons."
Upon bringing Jesus into the temple, they encountered Simeon the Righteous. The Gospel records that Simeon had been promised that "he should not see death before he had seen the Lord's Christ" (Luke 2:26). Simeon prayed the prayer that would become known as the Nunc Dimittis, or Canticle of Simeon, which prophesied the redemption of the world by Jesus:
Now you are releasing your servant, Master, according to your word, in peace; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared before the face of all peoples; a light for revelation to the nations, and the glory of your people Israel (Luke 2:29-32).
Simeon then prophesied to Mary: "Behold, this child is set for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and for a sign which is spoken against. Yes, a sword will pierce through your own soul, that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed" (Luke 2:34-35).
The elderly prophetess Anna was also in the Temple, and offered prayers and praise to God for Jesus, and spoke to everyone there about Jesus and his role in the redemption of Israel (Luke 2:36-38).
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
New
Friday, December 10, 2010
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What a Load of Craft! is a DIY arts, crafts, and music event in Iowa City, Iowa. What A Load of Craft! consists of a DIY (do-it-yourself) craft fair with local crafsters and artists selling their handmade goods, live music performances by local and regional musicians, and a Craft Death Match.
Join us for some meaningful Christmas shopping. Make gift donations in honor of family and friends or buy gifts from our fair-trade vendors. Sales and donations benefit local, national, and international causes.
Coralville's 30th annual Aisle of Lights weekend includes free events throughout Coralville on December 11 and 12, and miles luminarias available for viewing beginning at 5:00 pm on Sunday evening, December 12.
Friday, December 3, 2010
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The beautiful but evil snow Queen has cast a spell on Kai and taken him to her frozen castle, far away. His young friend Gerda begins the dangerous search for Kai and meets many interesting characters along the way. Will Gerda ever find the icy palace and will she be able to break the powerful spell to save her friend? Come celebrate the power of love and friendship in this Old Creamery Theatre for Young Audiences production.
Free carriage rides through downtown, entertainment from fire juggler Doug Sayers, holiday décor including wrapped LED trees, vintage holiday banners and planters can be enjoyed throughout downtown along with holiday window displays provided by participating downtown businesses. Chili Challenge with Quality Chef Foods, Holiday DeLight Parade, Santa and Friends Meet-and-Greet where families are welcome to visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, elves and live reindeer while enjoying free holiday snacks.
Join us for some meaningful Christmas shopping. Make gift donations in honor of family and friends or buy gifts from our fair-trade vendors. Sales and donations benefit local, national, and international causes.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Seamster
Liam's first sewing project, blankets for Froggie and Toadie.



R2-D2 "helping"

Proud little seamster























