Unsung Canadian heroes and faith in everyday care
The piece honors Joel Romeo Leblanc for the Governor General's Caring Canadian award and describes unsung heroes who give time and love to families facing illness. It extends to refer to caregivers of children with Down syndrome and cerebral palsy, then shifts to biblical figures, noting Simon of Cyrene as a heroic participant in Jesus' death, with a caveat about debated centuries‑old descriptions.
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Joel Romeo Leblanc
Governor General’s
Unsung helpers on the way to the cross
Simon of Cyrene and Joseph of Arimathea emerge as quiet heroes in the Passion story. Simon carried the cross for Jesus when wounded by its weight, while Joseph, a Sanhedrin member, secretly believed and later burial Jesus in a tomb he prepared. Their acts show selfless aid reflects a common value: giving time and treasure to aid others, often unseen by society but noted by God.
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Homebodies and a Simple Fence Drift Into Memory
A reflective note describes a backyard fence repair on a soft spring day. The author recalls old fencing sessions with family, the hard oak posts, and the dogs Rena or Butch. Now Miss Daisy is euthanized, and the writer tends the yard with Hoover nearby, highlighting the personal meaning of a small, purposeless project.
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Rena
Butch
Daisy
Reflection on Jesus Christ’s trial and crucifixion
Addy Oberlin reflects on last year and a pivotal moment when Jesus Christ faced trial. He was accused, found guilty, and crucified on a cross, taking mankind’s punishment to reconcile humanity with God.
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Addy Oberlin
Se Specie Tdson
Jesus Christ
Easter Sunday Hope and Resurrection Message
After three days in the grave He arose. An Easter greeting proclaims salvation and eternal life for believers. The message recalls the angel's words Do not be afraid He is not here He has risen just as He said and wishes a blessed Easter to all.
Riverdale Complex Funded by Molson Coors Cheer Fund
Riverdale Community Complex fundraising committee secured 75000 from the 2012 Molson Coors Community Cheer Fund. The grant supports completing the project by Rivers Homecoming 2013, reflecting volunteer effort and Manitoba's unique recipient status among Canadian applications.
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Molson Coors
Rivers Homecoming
Canada
Manitoba
Town of Rivers
Concerns over Raising Old Age Security Age in Canada
Leanne Rowat questions Harper’s plan to raise the OAS eligibility from 65 to 67 arguing most Canadians rely on CPP and OAS in retirement. She warns higher OAS affects lower income and asks if CPP age 50 to 65 or early retirement age 55 could also change. She asks who truly cares about these changes.
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Aboue Das
CPP
OAS
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