Connected by Alleluias

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We received two suggestions for posting from Jackie and Gerry Guimond (Qu’Appelle House of Prayer in Fort Frances, Ontario).  Our thanks to them.  The first is this dramatic photo.


“..........connected by alleluias 

through the ethers.........”

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  1. FranApril 7, 2021 at 4:49 PM

    So very true. Jackie and Gerry I have never met you but have seen you a few times connected to Mary Magdalene Inclusive Catholic Community liturgies. I have enjoyed your music very much. Who knows one day we may meet!

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