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SIERRA MADRE COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Mountain View News Saturday, April 27, 2019
To the good readers of Mountain View’s
Newspaper: Last week I made a blunder and
inadvertently sent some half baked Easter
sermon notes instead of the Easter article we
wrote for the Mountain View’s News. To my
great embarrassment, it went to print before we
discovered the error! The correct article is printed
below. Enjoy!
Easter is a time for family, coloring eggs, and
chocolate bunnies. It is about springtime,
baby ducklings, and new life. These are
all well and good. But to stop here misses the point. Easter is the day
Christians celebrate the historical claim that Jesus of Nazareth—who was
put through the rigors of crucifixion, died, and was buried in a tomb for
three days—was raised bodily from the grave. Easter is not an ancillary
holiday in Christianity, rather, it is at the center of the world’s largest
faith. Because the resurrection and the faith it spawned (Christianity)
has had such a deep impact on world history, it is appropriate to ask,
“Did it really happen?”
For understandable reasons, many find it difficult to believe in the
resurrection. But we must not think this is simply because we live in an
age of science. Doubt is not a modern thing. First century people knew
that dead people stay dead. Just like today, the original announcement
of the resurrection was met with skepticism. In fact, the Gospel writers
record that some of Jesus first followers found it difficult to believe.
The most well known example is “Doubting Thomas.” He scoffed when
his fellow disciples reported seeing the risen Jesus, retorting, “Unless I
see the nail holes in his hands, put my fingers in the nail holes, and stick
my hand in his side, I won’t believe.” Note that Thomas’s refusal to believe
without empirical proof was not due to his immersion in Enlightenment
philosophy or exposure to the Scientific Revolution. Resurrection in the
first century was also met with incredulity.
Of course, belief in the modern West does have its challenges. Ours is
not only a politically polarized culture, where the alt-right and far-left
clash, but a religiously polarized culture, where fundamentalist believers
and fundamentalist unbelievers (i.e. “The New Atheists”) clash. Because
these clashes grab the headlines, it is easy to think there are only two
options: belief or skepticism. But, as philosopher Charles Taylor notes,
fundamentalist believers who reject all doubt as groundless, and
fundamentalist unbelievers who reject all faith as wish fulfillment, are
the minority. Most people are somewhere in the middle. Believers find
themselves in moments of doubt. And skeptics, at times, wonder if there
might be something more. a greater “fullness,” rather than a purely
immanent, closed universe.
The story of doubting Thomas suggests a third way beyond doubtless
faith and unflinching skepticism. Thomas’s faith was not forged in the
absence of doubt, but through doubt. When Thomas does come to faith,
his confession stands out in the New Testament as one of the boldest.
Thomas says, “My Lord and My God!” Church history indicates that
Thomas ultimately dies for his faith in the resurrected Jesus. By being
honest about his doubts, Thomas came to believe the world is far more
strange, more wonderful, more surprising than he had previously
imagined. His initial skepticism ultimately yields to a deep conviction
that the love and power of God did indeed break into the world through
the resurrected body of Jesus.
This brings us back to our original question. Did Jesus of Nazareth
actually rise from the dead? Regardless of where you find in the
continuum of belief or unbelief, the resurrection of Jesus is undoubtedly
worth investigating. One place to begin the investigative journey is to
visit an Easter Service at one of the churches in our community. Another
might be to pick up the book Resurrection of The Son of God, by First
Century Historian, and former lecturer at Oxford, Cambridge, N.T.
Wright. For if the unthinkable actually happened—if Jesus was raised
from the dead—then life not death, love not hate, light not darkness, has
the final say.
Weather Wise
DOUBTING EASTER
6-Day Forecast Sierra Madre, Ca.
Sun Sunny Hi 70s Lows 50s
Mon: Sunny Hi 70s Lows 50s
Tues: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 60s
Wed: Sunny Hi 80s Lows 60s
Thur: Sunny Hi 70s Lows 60s
Fri: Sunny Hi 70s Lows 60s
Forecasts courtesy of the National Weather Service
Josh Swanson, Pastor
Christ Church Sierra Madre
SIERRA MADRE CITY MEETINGS
CALENDAR
Unless otherwise noted, all meetings listed below are held at
City Hall 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, Ca.
626-355-7135
CITY COUNCIL
MAY 14TH, 2019 AT 6:30PM
MAY 28ST, 2019 AT 6:30PM
JUNE 11TH, 2019 AT 6:30PM
JUNE 25TH, 2019 AT 6:30PM
PLANNING COMMISSION
MAY 2ND, 2019 AT 7:00PM
MAY 16TH, 2019 AT 7:00PM
JUNE 6TH, 2019 AT 7:00PM
JUNE 20TH, 2019 AT 7:00PM
COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION
MAY 20TH, 2019 AT 6:30PM
JUNE 17TH, 2019 AT 6:30PM
SENIOR COMMUNITY COMMISSION
MAY 2ND, 2019 AT 3:00PM
JUNE 6TH, 2019 AT 3:00PM
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MAY 22ND, 2019 AT 7:00PM
JUNE 26TH, 2019 AT 7:00PM
ENERGY, ENVIRONMENT, AND NATURAL
RESOURCE COMMISSION
MAY 15TH, 2019 AT 7:00PM
JUNE 19TH, 2019 AT 7:00PM
Can’t make it to the meeting, but still want to share your thoughts?
You can mail or drop off a written statement to City Hall or email city@
cityofsierramadre.com before 30 the night of the meeting and your
statement will be delivered to all the Council Members.Sierra Madre City
Hall 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, CA 91024 (626) 355-7135
1630 AM EMERGENCY RADIO &
Free on-air publicity for local events
Sierra Madre’s EMERGENCY radio station is now accepting scripts
for Public Service Announcements (PSAs) about community events.
PSAs will be broadcast on the air at no charge. The station operates
24/7 and can be heard at 1630 on the AM dial.
Any local non-profit or non-commercial organization can have their
event information broadcast to the public on Sierra Madre Community
Information Radio. The station covers the city of Sierra Madre, plus
surrounding areas of Pasadena, Arcadia, and Monrovia.
Your event must:
• Benefit a non-commercial or non-profit entity
• Be open to the public
• Be of general interest to local citizens
Just
write a Public Service Announcement that describes your event
and e-mail it to radio@cityofsierramadre.com.
KIWANIS CLUB OF
SIERRA MADRE
Since 1927!
We meet every Tuesday at Noon
33 E Sierra Madre Blvd,
Sierra Madre
Enjoy a wonderful meal prepared by
SIERRA MADRE CATERING COMPANY
Lunch Begins at Noon and costs $10 -
Programs begin at 12:30 and are free!
FOR LUNCH RESERVATIONS
PLEASE CALL: 626-688-2273
SIERRA MADRE POLICE BLOTTER
April 14 to April 21, 2019
During this period, the Sierra Madre Police Department responded to
approximately 298 day and night time calls for service.
Monday, April 8 (hold over)
Sometime between 2:30PM and 2:55PM, a grand theft occurred in
the 200 block of N. Grove Street. The suspect(s) removed the victim's
gardening equipment, a lawnmower, edger and trimmer taken from the
victim's vehicle and placed it into the suspect vehicle.
The suspect(s) then fled the scene.
Case to Detectives
Wednesday, April 17
In the area of the Chantry Flat entrance at about 11:49PM, officers interviewed
a driver following a traffic stop for a vehicle violation. During
the interview, officers observed a BB gun that resembled a firearm
in plain view. A high risk stop was conducted, the vehicle was searched
and the following items were found: illicit weapons, illicit narcotics, and
items commonly used to sell illicit narcotics. The driver was arrested
and transported to Pasadena Jail for booking.
Case to Detectives
Friday, April 19
A case was filed utilizing SMPD’s on-line reporting system that between
3:35PM on 4/18 and 11:00AM on 4/19, unknown suspect(s) vandalized
a vehicle by smashing the rear window. The vehicle was parked in the
300 block of E. Grandview Ave.
Case pending further information.
4TH OF JULY GRAND
MARSHAL NOMINATIONS
The Volunteer Sierra Madre 4th of July Committee is seeking
nominations for the 2019 4th of July Parade Grand Marshal.
The Parade will be held as always the morning of July 4th.
Parade Grand Marshal Nominees should embody the spirit
of Sierra Madre, be an active volunteer in any of the local
nonprofit organizations or in some way contributed to the
betterment of Sierra Madre. Nominees may be an individual
or volunteers or an organization.
Nominations must be submitted in writing by Tuesday,
April 30th and should be sent to the 4th of July Committee,
PO Box 1073 Sierra Madre CA 91025 or emailed to
4thofjulysierramadre@gmail.com. Nominations should be
no more than 1 page but at least a paragraph explaining why
the honor should be given including contributions to the
Sierra Madre community.
Previous Grand Marshals have included 2018 Steve Heydorff,
2017 Derek Podrebarac, 2016 Pete Siberell and Hometown
Hero Kris Lowe, 2015 Clem and Nina Bartolai, 2014 Pat &
DeAlcorn & Hometown Heroes Sierra Madre Search and
Rescue, 2013 VFW Post 3208 & Hometown Hero Mama
Pete; 2012 Nel and Bob Soltz (Wistaria Vine owners); 2011
Gayle Bluemel & Hometown Hero John Shear; 2010 Lew
Wantanabe; 2009 Midge Morash; 2008 Sierra Madre Fire
Department; 2007 Ward Family (E. Waldo Ward & Sons);
2006 Judy Webb Martin & Toni Buckner & Hometown Hero
Barbara Wamboldt; 2005 Police Chief Wayne Bailey; 2004
Doug Berkshire; 2003 John Grijalva; 2002 Bob Quamstrom;
2001 Ty Gaffney; 2000 Dr. Bill White; and 1999 Jim &
Barbara Heasley.
This All-American friends and family event is made
possible through the wonderful contribution of donors
and sponsors. If you’d like to help please visit http://www.
sierramadrefourthofjuly.com/ or follow us on Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/4thofJulyInfo
Hosted by the
Senior Community
Commission and the
Community Services
Department
Saturday,
June 1, 2019
8:00AM to 12:00Noon
Sierra Vista Park
611E. Sierra Madre Blvd
Registration begins at City Hall
Monday, April 8 -Thursday, May 16, 2019
Call the Community Services Department
for info and space reservations at (626) 355
5278
Mountain Views News 80 W Sierra Madre Blvd. No. 327 Sierra Madre, Ca. 91024 Office: 626.355.2737 Fax: 626.609.3285 Email: editor@mtnviewsnews.com Website: www.mtnviewsnews.com
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