Highway of Heroes honour guards fallen soldiers journey home
A CNN style reflection on Canada’s Highway 401 nicknamed the Highway of Heroes where Canadian soldiers’ caskets travel from Kandahar via Germany to Trenton and Toronto. Crowds on bridges show respect as families and comrades accompany the hearse. The piece quotes NBC reporter Kevin Tibbles and commemorates remembrance.
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Labyrinth Walk At Calling Lake Retreat
A weekend gathering at Calling Lake Retreat Center in the Qu'Appelle Valley invites seekers to walk a labyrinth after a devotional on earthly purpose. A full moon lights the dark path as candles struggle to stay lit, contrasting with the left brain puzzle of finding the way.
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Labyrinth Walk Inspires Contemplative Night Journey
Rita Friesen reflects on a labyrinth themed meditation and lamp lit walk beside a lake. Participants follow a single path through rocks toward a center candle then out again, guided by moonlight, wind, and quiet fellowship, hoping for warmth of a lodge and coffee.
Autumn of Our Life Plans and Proverbial Wisdom
The passage reflects on aging as autumn, with red and yellow imagery and bare branches. It urges endurance through winter months of life, guided by faith, citing Proverbs 16 31 and Proverbs 20 29 to frame gray hair as a crown and the strength of youth.
Let Us All Remember Them Letter to the Editor
A local piece reflects on Canada’s Afghanistan involvement and Remembrance Day, praising veterans and community efforts. It highlights Vera Gould, a Churchill veteran, and urges readers to attend Remembrance Day services and observe moments of silence to honor those who served.
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