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The Immigrant – The Neighbor

His name is José. He is not a murderer or a vicious criminal, not a drug dealer or a trouble-maker,.. heck, as far as I know he doesn’t even have a traffic ticket. I first encountered him next door, helping my neighbors. Their yard was an eyesore – so was mine after...

Rising From the Ashes

Photo of Masjid Al-Taqwa Mosque  in Alta Dena after the January FiresThe last few weeks have been a time of ash and ruin, hope and desperation – and acts of remarkable caring and compassion among friends and strangers alike.  When the wildfires first started, I asked...

A Spiritual Experience

 by Christine Budzowski, The Guibord Center Working as a part of The Guibord Center since its inception in 2010, I have been exposed to many ways people of faith in Los Angeles share experiences that deepen their faith.  Until I experienced prayer in a sacred space...

A Moment of Reflection and Intention at the End of the Year

A Moment of Reflection and Intention at the End of the Year by Dr. Lo Sprague, President of The Guibord Center As I sit here at year’s end, I find myself grappling with how to describe this past year at The Guibord Center. You know us for our commitment to bringing...

Summer Solstice 2023

Summer Solstice 2023 by the Rev. Angie Buchanan, Earth Traditions Church Summer Solstice is a time of celebration for the “People of the...

The Guatemala Effect

The Guatemala Effect

Howard the Vet Nothing about The Guatemala Rescue would be easy. Nothing. We counted down the days to get a flight...

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Danger in the Kingdom

Danger in the Kingdom

At the Animal Defenders International (ADI) temporary rescue sanctuary in Guatemala we have to learn, and then follow,...

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Flying Teeth

Flying Teeth

Enchanted by the opportunity to photograph these magnificent great cats up close, Mary and I stand in the tall grass...

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