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Growing Through Uncertainty – Nurturing Spiritual Resilience in Uncertain Times

Linda Valerian, MA, LPCC, CCTP In times of uncertainty, discussing spirituality becomes essential as it plays a crucial role in how we navigate and make sense of life’s challenges. Our spiritual beliefs are not just sources of meaning, purpose, and connection—they also shape our sense of safety and identity. This presentation explores how nurturing spiritual … Continue reading Growing Through Uncertainty – Nurturing Spiritual Resilience in Uncertain Times

Author Marcie R. Rendon’s book “Where They Last Saw Her”

Marcie Rendon is a multiply-awarded playwright, poet, author, and community arts activist based in Minneapolis. She is an enrolled member of the White Earth Band of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. Marcie will discuss her latest book, a national bestseller, which tells of the response of an Ojibwe woman who is deeply unsettled by the disappearance … Continue reading Author Marcie R. Rendon’s book “Where They Last Saw Her”

The story of Mille Lacs Reservation

Mel Aanerud will present a history of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe from their movement west, the great Dakota Village of Izatys, the efforts to avoid the Sioux rising, and their struggles to maintain their reservation to the economic powerhouse they have become.

Pilgrim House Holiday Celebration!

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Please join us for our always-special intergenerational Pilgrim House holiday program, complete with group caroling, favorite holiday readings, seasonal music, a performance by the Pilgrim House Chorale, a special guest (possibly from the far north) with a story to read and a big red bag, favorite foods, and more. Arrive early (9:55) for pre-program music … Continue reading Pilgrim House Holiday Celebration!

Rev. Leslie Mills – Activism in the Age of Compassion Fatigue Part II

Last month, Reverend Leslie Mills provided thoughts and discussion on the conflicting current priorities of personal activism and compassion. She will be continuing with this theme on Sunday, December 14. At the end of her previous program, Rev. Mills asked us to consider a couple of questions for discussion this week. In a world such … Continue reading Rev. Leslie Mills – Activism in the Age of Compassion Fatigue Part II

Separation of Church and State

It is the one hundred year anniversary of the famous Scopes trial. Some say this country was founded as a Christian Nation. Others say this country was founded by eliminating religion. It was among other things, founded to ensure we would not be a nation supporting any specific religion or not stopping the free exercise … Continue reading Separation of Church and State

Our Thanksgiving Celebration

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Our Thanksgiving program will include our wonderful Pilgrim House Chorale, and your participation with song, performance, reading or just tell us what you are thankful for. If you or younger members of your family have a musical selection you’d like to share, please contact Bill Rohde by Sunday 11/16. Similarly, if you have a reading … Continue reading Our Thanksgiving Celebration