Today is a federal holiday, honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. Later this week will be the 50th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. This is the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, an ecumenical project promoted by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. The year’s theme is “Do Good; Seek Justice.” We included prayersContinue reading “A week of observances: honoring MLK Jr., recalling Roe, seeking justice”
Author Archives: Ellen Kolb
Writer, activist, Granite State walker.
What’s a “niche” issue?
The most recent edition of the New Hampshire Sunday News featured an op-ed column from a gentleman well-known in New Hampshire political circles. The headline cheerfully blared “Senate GOP puts NH families first”. The column went on to list the policy priorities announced by leaders of the New Hampshire Senate majority at a recent press conference. Something wasContinue reading “What’s a “niche” issue?”
A thought for the new year from St. Josemaria Escriva
It’s New Year’s Day. I usually celebrate it by going on a hike and then watching some football on TV, and this year is no exception. Fifty-degree weather in northern New England on the first of the year? Yes, please. But Mass came first. As a Catholic, I celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother ofContinue reading “A thought for the new year from St. Josemaria Escriva”
Ellen Kolb 