Resurrection Weekend Observed by Shafter Christians
Shafter Christians from several denominations gather at 7 p.m. Friday at Shafter Congregational Church to recall Jesus death and burial sponsored by the Shafter Ministerial Association. Sunrise service at 6:30 a.m. Sunday at Manuel Park, sponsored by Shafter Kiwanis Club, celebrates the Resurrection and eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ.
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Fragmentary religious note on sin and atonement themes
The text speaks of mankind's sin through Adam and the necessity of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross to reconcile with God. It references Old Testament Passover imagery and mentions a Sunday on pace 9. The fragment lacks clear dates or locations.
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Shafter Event Laurel: lifeguard training to Easter events
Shafter Recreation starts Red Cross lifeguard training March 23 to 29 at Shafter Aquatics Center with registration at 700 E Tulare. Easter Egg Hunt March 27 at the sports complex with 11 am bunny visit and 1000 eggs. donations fund free event for Shafter kids. contact Angie Rueias. Youth tackle football sign ups begin March 38 at Manne Park 10 am to noon. waiver required. Sunrise Easter service March 31 at Manuel Park 6:30 am. choir, Rev. Mike Polley to speak. Health Fair April 2 at Shafter Community Health Center 10 am to 1 pm. Spring Garden Tour fundraiser set for April 13.
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Sunrise Service
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Cert Choir
Mike Polley
Valley Bible Church
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Escobedo Named Shafter Businessman of the Year
Jesse Escobedo, owner and manager of Hitchcocks Auto Parts and Valley Cellular on Lerdo and Munzer, was honored as Businessman of the Year by the Shafter Chamber of Commerce. He credits a hospital wake up moment and support from Christians in Shafter for his life turnaround and faith.
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Chavez labor movement curriculum now available to California schools
The California Department of Education rolled out a Model Curriculum on the Life and Work of Cesar Chavez. The Internet based program, adopted by the State Board of Education, aims to educate students about Chavez and his civil rights legacy for farm workers.
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Sacramento
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