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Tag: easter
Violence casts shadow over Holy Land
by Storer H. Rowley Holy days in the Holy Land should be sacred refuges from escalating tensions and violence, but ironically, they are often just the opposite, […]
This year’s Easter feast all about desserts
Easter, my favorite holiday, comes in spring, my favorite season, and my family celebrates it with a feast. Honestly, we celebrate most holidays by going over the […]
The lessons of spring: Birth, rebirth, renewal
Flowers are poking up through the thawing earth. Trees and bushes are sporting their vibrant blooms. Grass is growing and getting greener. The birds that flew south […]
Lithuanian Easter eggs: A beautiful tradition
Decorating Easter eggs — specifically using traditional Lithuanian techniques, is my favorite craft. These techniques require a few simple tools and a lot of patience. Of the […]
Give toy Easter bunnies, not real rabbits
Animals are a commitment, not just a gift by Donna Albergotti I recently adopted a rabbit. Olaf had been passed from shelter to shelter for more than […]
Pysanka eggs: a Ukrainian Easter tradition
by Carolyn Buck At my uncle’s funeral in 2001, the priest remarked to me during a conversation, “You’re not Russian. You are Ukrainian.” The funeral was held […]
Getting active with friends and family for Easter
What a season it has already been for spring! It’s clear skies and sunshine then it is pouring, practically hailing, all in the span of 30 minutes. […]
Before Lent starts, it’s time for doughnuts
BY ALDONA BIRD Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras, Carnival — whichever name you choose, the holiday is upon us. My family’s tradition is to make doughnuts today, and […]
Pastor carries cross through Tunnelton in honor of holiday
TUNNELTON — Two Tunnelton pastors brought the meaning of Easter to life Friday, as David Favro carried a cross through town followed by members of Grace House […]
