Holy Pilgrimages

December 12th marks the Day of the Virgin Guadalupe in Mexico.  Schools and places of work dismiss for the day; millions of people enter the capital to pay homage to their beloved; and festivals and parties abound.
The Virgin of Guadalupe is the patron saint of Mexico. According to tradition, She is Maria (Mary) the mother [...]

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Human Rights Day, Corruption, and Holiness

Today is Human Rights Day.  In just a few days the United Nations’ “Declaration on Human Rights” will turn 60.  As well, just two days ago the United Nations’ Anti-Corruption Day was observed.
This is observed as grim news is released throughout Latin America.  Brazil is reporting that in the past 2 years more than 9,000 [...]

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World AIDS Day 2008

This is a day to remember the fight that so many have endured and succumbed to.    As well this is a day to remember that there is still a fight to fight.  This marks the 20th World AIDS Day; a day of celebration as we look back at the many accomplishments that have been made [...]

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