What is often described as the most beautiful Camino, and also one of the most challenging, is the Camino Primitivo. It starts in Oviedo, and cuts through the mountains between the Camino del Norte and the Camino Frances. For most people it is a 13 day walk to Santiago, with an extra two days if you start from the Camino del Norte at Villaviciosa. There are many things that make this particular path an interesting walk. It is the oldest and the one that is described as the path of the very...
Month: November 2024
Something to ponder The Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management Act signifies a crucial advancement in the pursuit of Indigenous self-governance and land ownership in Canada. Ratified in 1996, the Framework Agreement permits First Nations to exempt themselves from 34 land-related provisions of the Indian Act, so granting them the autonomy to govern their lands and resources in accordance with their own laws and customs. The accord resulted in the establishment of the First Nations...
Hot off the press! Tout juste sortie des presses! TransmissionLisez votre copie en français iciEnglish copy hereBon Voisin - Good Neighbour / Solidarity DIALOGUES de solidarity This year, our annual gathering on December 9th will host an interfaith panel focused on exploring the strategies and resources needed to build relationships and encourage dialogue across differences. A reservation is required so book your spot soon! Comme d’habitude, un repas délicieux sera servi, préparé par notre...
There is a lot of wisdom along the path. One particularly long day, about three weeks into my journey, I encountered a seasoned walker who had done many different paths, but doing the Camino del Norte for the first time. He was an avid gardener. In fact, he was the gardener of a local monastery in his home town in Germany. He would stop frequently to admire various flowers, both in and out of the many gardens you would encounter along the journey. Many of the flowers in northern Spain were...
Gifts With Vision The United Church of Canada provides Mission & Service support to partners for their ongoing work in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and right here in Canada. Gifts with Vision turns gift giving into an opportunity to do something extra for our church partners. Through Gifts with Vision, you give gifts to friends or family to support specific partner activities. With your gifts, we help create healthy places to live, promote justice, provide...
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