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Newspaper
Rivers Banner
Location
Rivers, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Nov 28, 2008
Page
5
Neil Strohschein offers a 26 meditation collection for Advent and Christmas as a gift to his congregation. The piece contrasts Jesus arrival with a world of fear crime and oppression, urging readers to reflect on sin repentance and readiness for divine intervention.
The author describes the weekend before the First Sunday of Advent with plans to set up the manger scene and decorate. Tasks include clearing the piano top, painting the bookshelf, sorting items, locating the crèche, and arranging the stable, figures, and Christmas tree. The writer notes harvesting a tree and planting three in return, plus reorganizing the living room and basement workspace.
Rita Friesen shares a candid Christmas reflection on family, blending, and aging. She describes summer family trips, a quiet holiday without everyone home, and celebrating with siblings in Manitoba while avoiding pressure, gifts, and extensive baking. A grandson’s observation about holiday effort echoes the quiet joy she seeks.
Observers note one crooked candle among eight as wax drips form a deformed shape while a larger candle beams brightly and stands out. The passage recalls Matthew 5 15 16 urging believers to let their light shine publicly, regardless of perceived strength or age.
Gord Duncan of Warren MB voices concern over neglect at Rivers Personal Care Facility leading to his mother Lillian Duncan’s hip injury and death after a fall on Sept 12 2008. He cites staffing shortages and care lapses at Brandon Hospital and urges accountability from MP Mr Bezan.
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