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by Timothy Wegner 18 Mar '18

18 Mar '18

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Father Michael Journey On...
by Evelyn Kurihara Philbrook 12 Mar '18

12 Mar '18

Paula and Marge attended his service on the Southside this past Saturday. Journey On Father Michael. Respectfully, Evelyn and Larry Philbrook Sent from my iPhone

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ICA/EI monthly meeting Austin
by George Holcombe 12 Mar '18

12 Mar '18

L-R, Glenda, Dane, Mary, Deana, Ken, Stuart, Wanda in the kitchen and I took the picture Had our monthly meeting at our new digs in Georgetown, Texas. Since it was built in the 1920’s we had a period meal with roasted chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy. Mary brought the salad, Deana and Ken the appetizers and Dane and Glenda the wine. Dessert was ice cream, fruit salad and little tasty bits. Wanda conducted the program using resources from Rob Works’ book, A Compassionate Civilization. She used 2 pieces: Rob’s New Years resolutions and suggestions. After a conversation on the pieces we selected what we would work on and were given a blank calendar for March to fill out what we begin to do. It was an empowering conversation. ICA Austin Colleagues Study A Compassionate Civilization: The Urgency of Sustainable Development and Mindful Activism - Reflections and Recommendations by Robertson Rob’s 2018 New Year's resolutions: 1. Puerto Rico receives the aid it requires. 2. No war with North Korea or Iran 3. Democrats take back the House and Senate in November 4. Democrats take majority in state houses 5. Dreamers are protected 6. Gerrymandering and voter suppression are reduced 7. Net neutrality is maintained by the Congress 8. Climate chaos mitigation and adaptation are increased by cities, states, nonprofits, businesses, and citizens. 9. Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security are protected and strengthened. 10. The Russian investigation is protected and moves forward. Suggestions by Rob: To turn your awareness into action, do some of the following: 1. call your legislative reps frequently 2. join your local party precinct and get out the vote 3. participate in and support your local Indivisible group 4. participate in and support your local Our Revolution group 5. support Democracy Now 6. support 350.org <http://350.org/> 7. listen to and support Robert Reich 8. support progressive candidates 9. volunteer to help the poor in your community 10. Tell everyone about make or break day November George Holcombe geowanda1(a)me.com "Whatever the problem, community is the answer. There is no power greater than a community discovering what it cares about." Margaret Wheatley

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Celebrating the completed life of Bob Rafos
by Lynda C 11 Mar '18

11 Mar '18

On 3/9/18, 9:51 AM, "John C" <jpc2025(a)outlook.com> wrote: One great man! What a great soul, indeed! He phoned us a couple of weeks ago thanking us for our letter and the “Journey Reflection” blog, that he said was a help to his sense being connected to our global Order community and mission on a daily basis. It was a profound conversation about the journey he and his family were on. He spoke proudly and gratefully for the presence and care for him and Sandra provided by their team of strong young women. We send our care to Sandra, Sharon, Robin, Kim and families as they celebrate his life and mourn his absence. Bob's care and leadership in our community will long be remembered. Grace and Peace, Lynda and John Cock On 3/9/18, 9:35 AM, "Dialogue on behalf of Priscilla Wilson via Dialogue" <dialogue-bounces(a)lists.wedgeblade.net on behalf of dialogue(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> wrote: I talked with Bob earlier this week. He sounded very weak but good. Kaze just called me. He died at 3:30 this morning. Such a fine human being—one of the best ever. Priscilla Wilson Sent from my iPad _______________________________________________ Dialogue mailing list Dialogue(a)lists.wedgeblade.net http://lists.wedgeblade.net/listinfo.cgi/dialogue-wedgeblade.net

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Re: [Oe List ...] OE Digest, Vol 72, Issue 21
by Cheryl 10 Mar '18

10 Mar '18

Dear Sandy, Sharon, and other family of Bob Rafos, My condolences to each of you. I am so saddened by the loss of Bob. I got to know him during his years on the ICA Board, during my tenure. What a gift he was! His spirit radiated through his thoughts and actions. I have some photos of him I took at board events that I will look for and forward to you. You will see his generous spirit radiating through his smile. May your love carry you through this transition, Cheryl Kartes Date: Sat, 10 Mar 2018 04:55:57 +0000 (UTC) From: Dawn Collins <collinsdawn747(a)yahoo.com> Happy final transition to a man of stalwart spirit whom could be depended upon to ensure a liveable environment at "Base Camp One" on North Sheridan and Lawrence. Journey on Rafoses into a future blessed with Comfort and Love. Grace&Peace, Dawn Collins On Friday, March 9, 2018, 3:15:43 PM MST, Alan Gammel via OE <oe(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> wrote: Serving with Bob on the ICA Board was an honor and a privilege. My condolences to the family. He was truly a wise and spiritual man. On Mar 9, 2018 1:39 PM, Elsa Batica via OE <oe(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> wrote: Dear Sandy and family,I am so sad to hear of Bobs passing. So many memories of encounters with him. I am so glad we reconnected with you both when Bob and I served on the ICA-USA board of directors. Sending you our love and prayers. His memories will live on. May he Rest In Peace. Elsa and Addi BaticaSt Paul, MN On Mar 9, 2018, at 12:07 PM, John Epps via OE <oe(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> wrote: Some lives are hard to celebrate their completion, and Bob's is certainly one. We worked together 7 years in Chicago, first on the west side and then in what is now Greenrise. Bob as head of Management Centrum showed remarkable skill in keeping things running smoothly. It earned him the nickname "Nails." In addition to his practical expertise, he was also a real theologian. ..I just found a letter to him written in 1985 responding to one from him that resembled the writings of St. Augustine. As many have said, he was a spirit giant, and when he sat at the head of the table in the Lumumba Room at the 10PM meetings in Greenrise, he provided a presence of practical confidence amidst the chaos. Condolences to Sandy, the family, and to all of us who had the privilege of knowing Bob. John Epps On Fri, Mar 9, 2018 at 10:20 AM, Randy Williams via OE <oe(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> wrote: Bob Rafos was a spirit giant. It was so good to reconnect with him on the ICA board and earlier on the golf course at SATWIT outings. Some of our most meaningful conversations took place in the communal bathroom at GreenRise with shaving cream on our faces. Deepest sympathy to Sandy and the family. On Mar 9, 2018, at 10:15 AM, Cynthia Vance via Dialogue <dialogue(a)lists.wedgeblade.net > wrote: Yes he was a fine spirit man and we all loved being with him. . . talking, eating and birding with him and Sandy. Our love goes out to his whole family. Cynthia and Bob Vance On Mar 9, 2018, at 9:35 AM, Priscilla Wilson via Dialogue <dialogue(a)lists.wedgeblade.net > wrote: I talked with Bob earlier this week. He sounded very weak but good. Kaze just called me. He died at 3:30 this morning. Such a fine human being..one of the best ever. Priscilla Wilson -----Original Message----- From: oe-request <oe-request(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> To: oe <oe(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> Sent: Sat, Mar 10, 2018 12:15 am Subject: OE Digest, Vol 72, Issue 21

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Re: [Oe List ...] Recent photo of Warren Tolman
by Del Morrill 10 Mar '18

10 Mar '18

I think this photo confirms his humor, don’t yu think? From: OE <oe-bounces(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> On Behalf Of Geri Tolman via OE Sent: Sunday, March 4, 2018 11:11 AM To: Colleague Dialogue <dialogue(a)lists.wedgeblade.net>; Order Ecumenical Community <oe(a)lists.wedgeblade.net> Cc: Geri Tolman <gdtolman(a)comcast.net> Subject: [Oe List ...] Recent photo of Warren Tolman I thought that those of you who knew him would appreciate the costume he put together for a recent Patriot’s Super Bowl Party: Warren Lewis Tolman September 11, 1937 - March 1, 2018

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Fwd: Father Michael Taffesse
by Karen Snyder 10 Mar '18

10 Mar '18

> > Hello Colleagues, > > Regretfully, I am informing you that Father Michael Taffesse, a longtime resident of the ICA community and colleague passed away Sunday morning. He will be greatly missed. His services are this Saturday March 10th . Mass is being held at 9805 South Commercial Ave. Chicago, IL at 7am with visitation until noon. As more information presents itself, I will email it to you. I will be paying my respects and invite anyone who would like to pay theirs a ride with me. If you would like to ride along please let me know at your earliest convenience. > > And I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Write this down: Blessed are those who die in the Lord from now on. Yes, saying the Spirit, they are blessed indeed, for they will rest from their hard work; for their good deeds follow them!’ > > Revelation 14:13 > > Best Regards, > Lesley > > > Lesley Showers > Property Manager > ICA-USA > Ecumenical Institute > 4750 N. Sheridan Rd. > Chicago, IL 60640 > (773) 769-6363 P > (773) 944-1257 F >

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FW: Jenelle Dove's New Book
by Lynda C 09 Mar '18

09 Mar '18

Dear Colleagues, Many of you will remember Jenelle and Mark Dove, and their children Tim, Todd and Shelley from Local Church Experiment days, summer programs, councils, rites of passage, academy, and beyond. When we lived in Greensboro, we were privileged to reconnect with them as they visited their college grandson there and then later to exchange visits with them in their southern wintering spot. During that time we discovered some of Jenelle’s gift of Haiku poetry, (several were published on Journey Reflection) and we encouraged her and Mark to publish some of their works. Mark published a number of times on Progressive Christianity and Jenelle’s book “Reflections on Jesus’ Journey” has just come out and is available through Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble. Using the discipline of the haiku form, 5-7-5, and the art form methodology, Janelle invites us on a journey through the phases of Jesus’ life as she reflects on a particular passage of scripture and extracts meaning for her own life, often ending with a question still to be pondered. Their daughter Shelley was one “our" younger ones added to the Memorial Wall in 1984. A poignant haiku reflects the pain and healing of that grief-filled time. The book is in loving memory of Shelley’s life and death. Janelle credits her wisdom to her own Sunday School upbringing, mentors, her real-life experiences, her ministerial husband, and “the gurus of the Ecumenical Institute.” This is an excellent little book for Lenten and Easter reading and reflection and gifting. Lynda and John Cock P O Box 2333 Davidson, NC 28036 www.reJourney.blogspot.com<http://www.reJourney.blogspot.com>

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Creation Spirituality Communities Gathering, Asheville, April
by Seth Longacre 09 Mar '18

09 Mar '18

Dear Colleagues, I am on the Board of Director of Creation Spirituality Communities and we are having our biennial gathering (Sacred Earth: Sacred Work) this April 26-29, in Asheville, NC. It is being held at the Jubilee! Community and will feature Dr. Howard Hanger along with Marcia McFee and Mathew Fox. I invite any who are interested to attend, either the whole conference or parts, more information can be found here: http://creationspirituality.info/experience/asheville/ <http://creationspirituality.info/experience/asheville/> On a more personal note, I am looking for a couch I could sleep on for a few nights (Thurs, Fri, Sat, the 26, 27, 28th) of the conference. If anyone has space or knows of someone who might be able to host me, I’d be most grateful. This is going to be an inspiring and powerful event! Seth T. Longacre Carlsbad, CA "No one man can terrorize a whole nation unless we are all his accomplices” Edward R. Murrow ———-O0ooo— ———–(——)— ————)–-/—- ————(_/- —-ooo0O—- —-(——)—- —–\-–(– ——\_)-

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World Women's Day
by Priscilla Wilson 08 Mar '18

08 Mar '18

March 8, 2018 Celebrating Women’s Day around the world today. Priscilla Wilson pris(a)teamtechpress.com www.teamtechpress.com Facebook

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