How forturnate we are to be able to appreciate the sprititual traditions of our neighbors and friends of the Russian Church. They will fast until the day of Epiphany and then celebrate with traditional Russian spiritual services.
They will share their blessings with the priest, family and friends, especially those in need.
The Epiphany in the Christian churches is less public but nevertheless a major feast day. In neither church is the giving of presents the focal point, but the remembrance of the birth and baptism of the Christ child.
Members of the Roman Church and other Christian denominations should take time to famiarize themselves with the traditions of the Eastern churches.
It can be a most fullfilling and gratifying experience.
Take a moment to wish our neighbors a joyous Christmas on Jan. 7.
This past Christmas, was an especially happy time for the Ron and Theresa Todd family. All three of their sons were home, including Cpl. Joseph Todd, USMC from Camp LeJuene, N.C.
Joe has been through two tours of duty in Iraq and more than likely will be sent again in the Spring. It was wonderful to see young Joe again and to see what a fine young man and proud Marine he has become. We listened to him speak of all the different cities he was through in the ancient land of Iraq.
The Anchor Point Community is proud to call you one of our own, and wish you the best in the coming year and your military career.
On Jan. 15, the annual Cabin Fever Variety Show will be held at Chapman School. Kathy Stingley and other local talent will be featured. There will be a raffle with great prizes and the silent baked goods auction.
Mark your calendar for this date, and help support the Anchor Point Public Library.
On Jan. 14 the Anchor Point Chamber of Commerce will hold the annual Community Awards Banquet at the Anchor River Inn.
This is a truly wonderful way for the community to join together to acknowledge those persons in the community for their dedication and unselfish giving to the people and the on-going growth and welfare of the Anchor Point community.
Everyone is welcome to help celebrate those special persons at this awards night.
The Wednesday noon luncheons of the Anchor Point Chamber of Commerce have resumed at the Anchor River Inn. Guest speakers for the month of January are John Cook, teacher/principal, Chapman School; Steve Howell, CIRCAC, and Nicky Szarzi, biologist, Fish and Game.
Chamber President Paul Voeller invites everyone to attend.
Have a good week Anchor Point and let us remember those who have perished and the survivors of the earthquake and tsunami in Southeast Asia.
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