PHOTO GALLERY: Hingham welcomes third Habitat family Oct 31, 2008
Jack introduced recent newcomer to Hingham, Rev. Susan Henry of House of Prayer Lutheran Church who led the responsive Litany for Shelter followed by a benediction. Part of that Litany, which originates from Habitat for Humanity International, includes these words: Help us to see the hurts of others, O God Move us to action empower us with confidence in just and compassionate services to humanity. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Town honors veterans in Nov. 11 ceremony Oct 31, 2008
After a benediction by Dupuis, the veteran organizations will retire their colors, and closing remarks will be made by Barnes, who will invite the audience for refreshments at the American Legion Post 86 on 435 Washington St.. Loading commenting interface. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Let's be Neighbors Oct 30, 2008
The pastor of the host church, Rev. Scott Philips welcomed those attending and gave the Invocation and Benediction. A Memorial Wreath was carried to the Masonic Cemetery and placed on the graves of the Unknown Confederate Soldiers buried there following the Memorial Service. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Local Boy Scout soars to Eagle Oct 28, 2008
Rev. Dr. Robert Ebersole, Eagle Scout and pastor of the United Methodist Church in Amesbury, delivered the benediction. A reception in the Fellowship Hall followed the ceremony. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
BPW recognizes Marion, Rand Park Pavilion group Oct 23, 2008
Anne Schock introduced BPW members and their guests; Theresa Clark-Sestito was toast mistress for the evening; Edmiston lead the invocation; and Jean Jinkens gave the benediction. Justin Tuck of Keokuk and Chenille Saunders of Carthage, Ill. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Amen is final for church amen Oct 20, 2008
The final benediction was delivered by the Rev. David Hagan, who with the congregation held his hands high to form in sign language "I love you" as the organist played the final hymn, For All the Saints , a funeral song in the Presbyterian hymn book. Reach Kelly Jasper at (706) 823-3552 or. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Because the night belonged to her Oct 17, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Reviewed by Bernard ZuelOctober 17, 2008. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Madonna still reigns as pop queen Sep 14, 2008
"I'd like to thank God that it didn't f****** rain," she muttered, as a sort of farewell benediction, before rubbing a guitar between her legs with the gusto of a woman half her age. She remains untouchable. (This is London)
Ceremony recalls 9/11 attacks, and honors those we lost Sep 11, 2008
Keane closed her remarks with the words, "I have read that the heart that gives, gathers. We will all be gathering at the 9/11 Sports Center." Participants listened to music by the Coast Guard Chorale and Tony Harrington, who sang the national anthem and "You'll Never Walk Alone." They received a benediction from Rabbi Alysa Mendelson Graf of Temple Israel of Westport, who said she also lost a cousin in the attacks. At the conclusion of the service, mourners walked from the pavilion to the site... (Westport Minuteman, CT)
Rainy weather can't stop performer Jeremy Camp's fire at the Allegan County Fair Sep 10, 2008
It served as the evening's musical benediction. Earlier, the pop rock band Hawk Nelson performed a dozen songs, several from its latest release ``Hawk Nelson Is My Friend. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
2008 Republican National Convention Announces Full Program for Tuesday Night Sep 3, 2008
Introduction of Benediction: Republican National Committee Chairman Robert M. "Mike" Duncan 10 p.m. to Conclusion Benediction: Rabbi Ira M. Flax, Lt. Col. U.S. Air Force (ret. Introduction of Delegate for Motion and Adoption of Motion to Adjourn: Republican National Committee Chairman Robert M. "Mike" Duncan About the Republican National Convention The 2008 Republican National Convention will be held at Saint Paul's Xcel Energy Center from Sept. 1-4, 2008. (PR Newswire)
» Complete list of speakers Aug 29, 2008
Video/Remarks SENATOR BARACK OBAMA DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE Benediction Pastor Joel Hunter Senior Pastor of Northland in Central Florida. Adjournment The Honorable Nancy Pelosi Permanent Chair, Democratic National Convention. (Yahoo News)
2008 Democratic National Convention Podium Schedule Thursday, August 28, 2008 Aug 28, 2008
Gen. J. Scott Gration (Ret) Accompanied by additional generals American Voices Program Roy Gross Monica Early Wes Moore Janet Lynn Monacco Nate Flick Teresa Asenap Pamela Cash-Roper Barney Smith Remarks The Honorable Dick Durbin US Senator, Illinois 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM (LOCAL) Video/Remarks SENATOR BARACK OBAMA DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE Benediction Pastor Joel Hunter Senior Pastor of Northland in Central Florida Adjournment The Honorable Nancy Pelosi Permanent Chair, Democratic National... (PR Newswire)
Boston Chamber Music Society Beethoven festival ends on autumnal note Aug 27, 2008
But the Andante cantabile variations were the highlight: deep, still, and luminous, reminiscent of the most quietly empathetic moments of Beethoven's opera "Fidelio." It was an autumnal benediction to the summer series, the oft-stereotyped Romantic-heroic Beethoven attuned to nature, and human nature, in all its seasons. Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
REVISED 2PM - 8/26/08 - 2008 Democratic National Convention Podium Schedule Tuesday, August 26, 2008 Aug 27, 2008
Rear Admiral John Hutson President, Franklin Pierce Law Center in Concord, New Hampshire Lifelong Republican The Honorable Deval Patrick Governor of Massachusetts Pamella Cash-Roper Unemployed nurse and lifelong Republican from North Carolina Remarks The Honorable Brian Schweitzer Governor of Montana Hillary Clinton Segment - Video/Remarks The Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton US Senator, New York Benediction Revs. Jin Ho Kang, Yoougsook Kang Methodists - Aurora, Colorado Recess The Honorable... (PR Newswire)
2008 Democratic National Convention Podium Schedule Tuesday, August 26, 2008 "RENEWING AMERICA'S PROMISE" Time shown as local - Denver, Colorado MST Aug 26, 2008
Rear Admiral John Hutson President, Franklin Pierce Law Center in Concord, New Hampshire Lifelong Republican The Honorable Deval Patrick Governor of Massachusetts Hour # 6 8:02 PM - 9:04 PM (LOCAL) Remarks Gloria Craven Laid-off North Carolina textile worker with huge medical bills The Honorable Brian Schweitzer Governor of Montana Hillary Clinton Segment - Video/Remarks The Honorable Hillary Rodham Clinton US Senator, New York Benediction Revs. Jin Ho Kang, Yoougsook Kang Methodists - Aurora,... (PR Newswire)
Democrats work to woo moderate, faith voters Aug 26, 2008
Earlier this month, Cameron Strang, who was supposed to give the convention benediction today, bowed out. Strang, founder of the Christian/pop culture magazine Relevant, wrote in his blog: "It wouldn't be wise for me to be seen as picking a political side when I've consistently said both sides are right in some areas and wrong in some areas.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Democratic National Convention Podium Schedule Monday, August 25, 2008 - One Nation Aug 25, 2008
Franklin Pierce Law Center in Concord - lifetime Republican Reg Weaver President, National Education Association The Honorable Manuel Diaz Mayor of Miami, Florida Video - Changing the Course of Our Nation Featuring Gabrielle Grossman New Hampshire Obama Supporter "U2 mamma for Obama" Remarks The Honorable Lisa Madigan Attorney General, Illinois The Honorable Dan Hynes Comptroller, Illinois The Honorable Alexi Giannoulis State Treasurer, Illinois Randi Weingarten American Federation of Teachers... (PR Newswire)
SAN MARCOS: Sierra Madra Academy moves to Discover Street Aug 25, 2008
The day's ceremonies concluded with an adoration, benediction of the Eucharist, a dedication and blessing, and site tours of the new facility. For the past 13 years, the academy, a kindergarten through 12th-grade, Roman Catholic-affiliated school, was run piecemeal from two rented campuses, including a strip mall and a medical office building near West Mission Road and North Santa Fe Road. (North County Times)
Things I learned in the news (89) Aug 23, 2008
"and a benediction!!! Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with us. ". timbrackett wrote on Aug 22, 2008 1:11 PM:" why is socialism such a bad word? jesus was a socialist. WWJD? ". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Feast celebration scheduled for Aug. 17 at Holy Saviour Church Aug 16, 2008
because people attend the 11:30 Mass, stay for the procession and benediction and then go back to the hall to eat and visit with their friends. Once they're here, they stay all day. (Springfield Sun, PA)
Isaac Hayes: From Shaft to Chef Aug 12, 2008
" Hayes: "Ya damn right. " Hayes: "They say this cat Shaft is a bad mother " Girls: "Shut your mouth. (Time.com)
Tavis Smiley Defends Obama Comments Jul 22, 2008
In this Feb. 23, 2008 file photo, Tavis Smiley raises his hand, just after the benediction at the Ernest Morial Convention Center, during Smiley's State of the Black Union Town Hall in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster). (CBS News)
Coxsackie dedicates World War II memorial Jul 5, 2008
The invocation was given by the Rev. John Moyna, pastor of St. Mary s Church, Coxsackie, and the benediction was given by the Rev. Richard Pruiksma, former paster of Coxsackie s Second Reformed Church. Dedication Committee members were Chauncey D. Cole, chairman; Margaret Chaloner, ceremony director; Dianne Ringwald, grounds chairman; Henry Palmer, flagstaff director; Henry Palmer and Jerome Burke, grounds and crowd control, and Hulbert as master of ceremonies. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
L'International des Feux Loto-Québec presented by TELUS continues tonight - Celebrated Italian firm that enjoys the Vatican's favour to present "Curtains of Light" Jun 28, 2008
Pirotecnica Morsani S.R.L., which can be said to benefit from a papal benediction, began operations in 1880 and has all along been a true family affair. Three generations of Morsanis following in the footsteps of founder Reginaldo have kept the firm at the pyrotechnics forefront while respecting an ancestral tradition of doing things a certain way and presenting fireworks spectaculars in a distinctive Italian style. (Canada Newswire)
Two men to be ordained in Diocese of Sioux City Jun 26, 2008
Attendance at the ceremony is by invitation only, but the public is invited to attend an hour of prayer for the seminarians with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Solemn Vespers and Benediction at 6 p.m. Friday at the cathedral. Deman is a Sioux City native and a graduate of Bishop Heelan High School. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Relay raises $146,000 to fight cancer Jun 24, 2008
Deacon Henry Welch of Sacred Heart Parish gave the benediction before the Survivor Ceremony. Stop for one second and think of these survivors and how their lives have changed. (Weymouth News, MA)
Church can be funny Jun 23, 2008
And it did, all the way through the benediction ... The congregation had a scintillating subject after the benediction. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Pride service promotes acceptance and equality Jun 19, 2008
The ceremony ended with Denise Doucette leading a sing along of Put a Little Love in your Heart and Reverend Maud Robinson, Assistant Minister of the First Parish Church in Bedford, giving a benediction. Casarjian-Perry added his closing remarks as well. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Rock 'n' roll cure Jun 19, 2008
It was at that show that Johnny Rotten delivered his famous benediction, "Ever get the feeling you've been cheated?". Interactive map. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The triumph of the 'heil' Jun 15, 2008
More ambiguous is a photograph of a Benedictine abbot, Alban Schachleiter, walking past a line of storm troopers, his arm raised as for the salute but his hand cupped downward in the traditional priestly benediction. Blessing. (Boston Globe)
Harper Graduates Largest Class Ever Jun 12, 2008
Colin Lee concluded the evening with a benediction. Ushers at the commencement ceremony were Alyssa Randle, Ashley Kershner, Chris Martinez and Codie White. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
More of this story Jun 5, 2008
Rev. Derrick Hensley, pastor of Lake Buffum Baptist Church, closed the evening with the benediction. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Class of ‘08 receives diplomas Jun 4, 2008
After diplomas were presented, honor student Brittany Floyd presented the benediction, then students marched away to the recessional music, gathered near the east goal post, and tossed their mortarboards to officialy signal the end of the ceremony. Most seniors then headed to the RFHS commons for a night of activities at Project Graduation. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
RELIGIOUS SERVICES Jun 1, 2008
Wednesday through Saturday, June 4 to 7, commemoration of Father Patrick Peyton s 50 years with a praying of the Rosary outdoors on the Rosary Walk and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Saturday, June 7, 4 p.m. praying of the Rosary at the gravesite of Father Peyton; 5 p.m. Mass at Sty. (Easton Journal, MA)
Patriotism versus patriot May 30, 2008
Rev. Dennis Secrease provided the invocation and benediction as well as serving as the speaker for the ceremony. His son, Michael, is a paratrooper with the 101st Division, 506th Regiment, which was honored by President G.W. Bush for its participation in the liberation of Baghdad. (Algona Upper Des Moines, IA)
Communities honor fallen soldiers May 30, 2008
According to the Memorial Day traditions, the ceremony at Veterans Park concluded with a gun salute, the playing of taps, and a benediction by The Rev. Herbert Day. After the parade and ceremony, the original Town of North East War Memorial was rededicated at the grounds of the American Legion home. (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
In Wyndmoor parade, it's not size that matters; it's meaning May 29, 2008
"This parade and memorial service is out meager way of thanking them for their sacrifice." The Rev. Michael Ryan, pastor of Holy Martyrs Catholic Church in Oreland, read the invocation, and the Rev Carol Ficken, pastor of Grace Lutheran and the Legion post's auxiliary unit chaplain, gave the benediction. Both have personal ties to the military. (Montgomery Newspapers)
County Salutes Fallen Heroes May 29, 2008
Albert Moore, chaplain for VFW Post 11183, provided the benediction moments before "Taps" concluded the services. Lovett reminded everyone that anyone who knows of a deceased veteran who has not been having a flag placed on his or her graveside can contact Gary Robison with the VFW at (601) 469-4006 or Lovett at (601) 507-0305. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Gridley Memorial Day Services very memorable May 29, 2008
The Gridley Herald - News. Thursday, May 29, 2008. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Memorial Day Observances 2008 May 29, 2008
In Saugus Center, the invocation and benediction were offered by the Rev. John Mulloy who is leaving the Blessed Sacrament Church to take on other church responsibilities this summer. Also on the podium was parade marcher Supt. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Program Remembers Veterans May 29, 2008
gave both the invocation and benediction. Following Crager s remarks, representatives who were placing wreaths were called to the front. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Circling the Square, May 29 May 29, 2008
Bill Murphy was an enthusiastic MC, Father Gerard Dorgan delivered the invocation and benediction, Larry McBeth led the Pledge of Allegiance and read the Governor s Proclamation. Keith Lucy, chairman of the Board of Selectmen, greeted the crowd. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Remembering lost lives and preserved freedom May 29, 2008
U.S. Army Major Patrick Hoarty stood with his niece, Christina Schipilliti, 8, during the Benediction. I stood in three services while in Baghdad in 2003, and to be standing in the sun on a day like today it just breaks my heart to think of those men who will never have a chance to enjoy the sunshine ever again, he said. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Auburn recalls fallen with parade, memorial ceremony May 28, 2008
The Rev. Paul Freemesser led the commemoration with a prayer and benediction, asking the crowd to consider the honor that goes into being a veteran. A veteran. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Letter & Slideshow: Parade met with reverence May 28, 2008
First Baptist Church representative Bob Fields provided the Benediction and Innovation services and blessings for the town. All in all we could not have asked for a better day or a better crowd. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Sacrifice Honored at Services May 28, 2008
Taps was sounded, followed by a benediction and retirement of the colors. Staff Writer John Chappell contributed to this report. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Auburn holds annual Memorial Day parade May 27, 2008
The Rev. Paul Freemesser led the commemoration with a prayer and benediction, asking the crowd to consider the honor that goes into being a veteran. "A veteran ... is someone who at one point in their life wrote a blank check to the United States of America made payable for a price as high as their own life," Freemesser said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Day of remembrance May 27, 2008
During the ceremony, the Color Guard of the 185th Air Refueling Wing presented a history of U.S. flags; Roupe and Cleo Pottorff, master of ceremonies, made remarks; and Rev. Paul Speidel of Westlawn Presbyterian Church delivered the invocation and benediction. Cindy Miller, of Sioux City, said she came to pay tribute to the soldiers, something she said younger people often fail to do. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Midcoast filled with Memorial Day events May 26, 2008
Short ceremony follows at Lincolnville Central School, with music by Lincolnville Band and Band, speaker Rodney Lynch and benediction by the Rev. Russell Bailey of Bayshore Baptist Church. ROCKLAND. (Courier Publications, ME)
Remembering heroic valor May 26, 2008
Includes presentation of colors, invocation, address, presentation of wreaths by community group representatives, taps, a rifle salute and benediction. Details: Ken Takeuchi, (559) 275-6318. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Memorial Day services planned in Sioux City May 25, 2008
The program will include remarks by Clarence Carney, the laying of a wreath by Esther Johnson and Sylvia Fuller, the invocation and benediction by the Rev. Paul Speidel and Taps by Pete Hittle ... Cleo Pottorff will be the master of ceremonies and the Rev. Paul Speidel will given the invocation and benediction. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
REGION: Memorial Day ceremonies planned in North County May 25, 2008
The ceremony also will include presentation of a wreath, a volley by the honor guard, retirement of colors, music by the Rancho Bernardo High School Madrigals (directed by Lisa Friedrichs) and benediction. Call (858) 674-1711. (North County Times)
Community honors fallen heroes May 25, 2008
The Rev. Robert Adair, pastor of Highland Park Baptist Church, and the Rev. Rick Elsey, West End Baptist pastor, will offer the invocation and benediction, respectively. Benjamin stands at atterntion. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Area towns to honor veterans May 24, 2008
Invocation and the benediction will be given by the Rev. Phil Icenogle, of the First United Methodist Church. Honorary mother Manuela Ruiz will place a wreath in memory of all our veterans. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Services, processions planned in Racine County for Memorial Day May 24, 2008
The Rev. Jeffery Small of Racine will offer the invocation and benediction. The national anthem will be played by the Milwaukee American Legion Band. (Journal Times)
Memorial Day Observance set Monday May 24, 2008
The invocation and benediction will be presented by First Baptist Church Reverend Scott Jones. The presentation of the colors will be led by Robert Vega and the posting will be conducted by the American G.I. Forum Post and Unit No. 324F, the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 210, the Carl Morrison American Legion Post and Unit No. 363, the Steward-Wendell Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and Unit No. 3904, the Texas Department of Public Safety, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the Aransas... (Rockport Pilot, TX)
2008 Memorial Day rites to honor May 24, 2008
Benediction: Pastor Nathan Slaughter ... Benediction - David Gardner, Commander American Legion Post No. 143. (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
AVENUE OF FLAGS May 23, 2008
124 Auxiliary Welcome Mel Sheley, Commander SAL Squadron #124 Address Michael Mason, BU2 (E5) Seabees Deployed Iraq - Returned Stateside March 2008 Address William "Stu" Rouse, ED1 (E6) Seabees Deployed Iraq - Returned Stateside March 2008 Acknowledgements ations Barry Stetzel Post Chaplain's Prayer Jay Sheley, Post #124 Chaplain Laying of Wreath Kelli Smith Lou Hoover 21 Gun Salute nbsp; Post #124 Color Guard Benediction Rev. Dean Porter, Community Bible Church Special Notes: * Guest speakers... (The Guthrian, IA)
Memorial Day service planned May 23, 2008
The ceremony will include an invocation and benediction given by the Rev. Marvin Robeck, pastor of the First Lutheran Church. After the program in Central Park, the procession to the ceremony at the monument on the courthouse lawn will form on the west side of the square and head north on Main Street. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
Memorial Day honors veterans May 23, 2008
Father Gerard Dorgan, pastor of St. Mary of the Annunciation, will give an invocation as well as the concluding benediction. William Murphy, who served in the 5th Air Force in the South Pacific during World War II, is master of ceremonies. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Communities plan for Memorial Day May 23, 2008
In addition to remarks by Colonel Young, the service will include patriotic music by the Nauvoo Brass Band, a welcome by Mayor John McCarty, presentation of the flag by local Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, inspirational readings by Jim Moffitt of Nauvoo, special music by Lynn Strnad of Nauvoo, and a prayer and benediction led by local clergy. It will close with a 21-gun salute by area VFW and Legion members, and the playing of Taps. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Gridley Memorial Day service to be held May 22, 2008
Reverend Abe Huerta will give the Benediction and postlude music will be played by the Gridley High School Band. Everyone in invited for refreshments in the Gazebo. (Gridley Herald, CA)
Gwyneth Paltrow Bares a Breast in Film May 21, 2008
"He s all right," she said, giving a mock royal benediction, before she exited the party to go check on her two small children. The queen has spoken. (Fox News)
Annual Memorial Day Ceremony to Be Held Monday at Riverfront May 21, 2008
Rudy Eckelkamp, V.F.W. Post 2661 chaplain, will give the benediction prayer with a wreath presentation following. Representatives of the American Legion and V.F.W. will step over to the riverbank to watch the wreath drop from a pontoon boat. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
