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Sister Parish, Inc. promotes intercultural and ecumenical understanding by establishing linkages between churches in the United States and faith-based communities in Central America. Our members tell you more in the brief video Introduction to Sister Parish.
Category Archives: United States
Incarnation-Chontala South to North Delegation in 2013
After their February 11-18, 2013 South to North delegation, Incarnation wrote a reflection. This short reflection tries to paint a picture that is “worth a thousand words.” This is the reality we face as family and friends who are separated by … Continue reading
Posted in Delegations, General, South to North, United States
Tagged chontala, delegate reflections, delegations, incarnation
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Dios siempre está en nuestro corazón, y ellos son parte de Dios
In English Dina Velásquez, miembro de UPAVIM, comparte sus experiencias durante la delegación que visitó al hermanamiento de Downers Grove United Methodist Church en octubre de 2013. ¿Cuáles fueron las actividades más impactantes en Downers Grove? Para mí, lo que … Continue reading
Posted in Delegaciones, Español, General, norte al sur, sur al norte, United States
Tagged delegaciones, delegate reflections, delegations, dina, downers grove, reflexiones, south to north, upavim
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¨God is always in our heart and they are a part of God¨
En español Interview with Dina Velásquez about her participation in a South to North delegation from October 3-11, 2013. Dina and four other women from UPAVIM in Guatemala City visited their sister community at First United Methodist Church in Downers … Continue reading
Posted in Delegations, General, Guatemala, South to North, United States
Tagged delegate reflections, delegations, downers grove, south to north, upavim
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Easter Alfombra Dedicated to 20-Year Relationship in Guatemala
Originally posted on Saint Joan of Arc’s website. For hundreds of years, Guatemalans have created these elaborate carpets (made of colored sawdust, flowers and other natural materials) to line the routes of the many processions held during Lent. These carpets … Continue reading
Veinticinco años de memorias: Trabajando por la justicia a través de la solidaridad
In English [A lo largo del año, estaremos publicando reflexiones de las y los miembros de las comunidades de Iglesias Hermanas, en honor al 25 aniversario de la organización. Hoy la reflexión es una entrevista con Bob Heberle, realizada por Nancy Wiens. … Continue reading
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Tagged 25 aniversario, st joan of arc, tierra nueva ii
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Carta de Vicki Schmidt para la celebración del 25 aniversario de Iglesias Hermanas
In English Esta carta de Vicki fue leída por su hija AnnaLisa Nash en la celebración del 25 Aniversario de Iglesias Hermanas en Minneapolis, Minnesota, el 15 de noviembre 2013 ¡Un saludo a todos reunidos en esta ocasión muy especial! … Continue reading
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Tagged 25 aniversario, board of directors, decorah, Faith Lutheran, incarnation, st joan of arc, vicki
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Letter from Vicki Schmidt for annivesary celebration
En español Read by her daughter AnnaLisa Nash at the Sister Parish 25th Anniversary Celebration in Minneapolis, MN on November 15, 2013 Greetings to all gathered on this very special occasion! My heart is with you as I grieve not being … Continue reading
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Tagged 25th anniversary, Faith Lutheran, st joan of arc, vicki
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Coming Together for Sister Parish 25th Anniversary Celebration
By St. Joan of Arc member and Sister Parish, Inc. Board member Nancy Wiens On the evening of November 15th, over 80 people from around the Midwest gathered to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Sister Parish, Inc. We gathered at … Continue reading
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Tagged 25th anniversary, board member reflections, decorah, Faith Lutheran, incarnation, st joan of arc, vicki
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