Crypt Held Bodies of Jesus and Family, Film Says - New York Times

Christianity remains fair game for anyone trying to make a buck.

By LAURIE GOODSTEIN
A documentary by the Discovery Channel claims to
provide evidence that a crypt unearthed 27 years ago in Jerusalem contained the
bones of Jesus of Nazareth.
Moreover, it asserts that Jesus was married to
Mary Magdalene, that the couple had a son, named Judah, and that all three were
buried together.
The claims were met with skepticism by several
archaeologists and New Testament scholars, as well as outrage by some Christian
leaders. The contention that Jesus was married, had a child and left behind his
bones — suggesting he was not bodily resurrected — contradicts core Christian
doctrine."

Goodby Ed

My friend Ed Swenson died Tuesday, February 20 a little past 4 o'clock in the afternoon. "Dr. Ed" as he was known to all his friends in the fellowship. Retired physician, navy doctor, Mare Island ee, recovered alcoholic, Swede, genealogist, singer, member of Heritage Presbyterian - descriptors can go on forever. He has 4 sons and 1 daughter, a sister, and thousands who loved him. For the past 8 to 10 years I have been his AA sponsor. He was 80 years old and after two years of a downward spiral he was ready to die. I will miss him.

Daughter-in-Law

Kim was and is a second daughter and great addition to the family. I am happy she is with us.

Pastoral Councils

In our parish it seems difficult to gin up enthusiasm among parishioners to serve on the Council. My job is to write a brief blurb for ths Sunday Bulletin. This week (Feb. 11)

Pastoral Council News – The Pastoral Council speaks on behalf of our fellow parishioners. Our responsibility is to share the wisdom of the community as we advise our Pastor about pastoral concerns. To do this, we need your help. Please plan on joining with us at the next Council meeting on Feb. 21st.