“Bible study, work, and acts of kindness”
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| Shalom, Ellen,
The Bible — God’s Word — is filled with examples of God’s people calling out to Him in prayer. And perhaps no other description of prayer is as inspirational, as breathtaking as the prayer found at the beginning of 1 Samuel. Hannah—a barren woman who tells God she is “your servant”—prays to God for a child. But Hannah doesn’t just pray. The Bible tells us that “Hannah was praying in her heart” and Hannah herself describes her prayer as “pouring out my soul to the LORD” (1 Samuel 1:13-15). Isn’t that beautiful, the Bible’s description of prayer as not some passive routine, but as something from the heart, from the soul? Jewish tradition holds that the world stands on three pillars—Bible study, work, and acts of kindness. While the first and third pillars are obvious, the second refers to the Jewish definition of prayer—“the work of the heart.” Thinking of prayer this way changes the act of praying itself… Prayer is no longer us merely praising God or thanking God or asking God for what we want. The act of prayer transforms us as we pray, changing our hearts and creating a true connection with God. This meaning of prayer—as work of the heart—is on our hearts as we share this special prayer booklet from Fellowship Founder Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, of blessed memory. In it, Rabbi Eckstein shares teachings on prayers from the Bible (including Hannah’s beautiful prayer), the Jewish perspective on prayer, and the power of prayer. The power of the work of the heart. Download Work of the Heart, Rabbi Eckstein’s biblical lessons on the power of prayer. |
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“One Step on EARTH, Two STEPS ABOVE”
“Would YOU like to be, UP Here”
When a family is on a “family trip” to visit relatives in a city or a very small town, and not too far away, but a pretty good drive with lots to see…
and also has lots of extra special items to see of the “Kennedy Space Station” with very good back ground scenery… all of the lovely landscape with some small parts of the Ocean to quickly catch a sneak view as we fly by on the road, never driving too fast, as we do have very precious cargo in this vehicle, and we do want to be all in one piece … when we arrive at our destination… our relatives’ home and land, to enjoy seeing as we just seem to be flying by along the coast of Florida….
but still a pretty good drive…
does each of the family members get to say or put in their two cents worth of their mind… as to what or where they will be put in this PHOTO?
In the Photo coming up… is the youngest in the “Aldrich FAMILY” a little Al , himself was just “AIR” lifted up and onto the footing holding a much larger and permanently place Aircraft… to be displayed, forever!
As you can see “little Al” is looking to his father for help… and his Dad and young brother Lee, standing down below him are also keeping their eyes on our, little Al… just in case, he would make a quick move and start to come down… from above.
L to R – is Donald and little Al and Lee, Jr. Aldrich
We are at ” Cape Canaveral, Florida” and on our way to visit our cousin, “Jimmie Brady Shilling.”
She and her husband live on “Merrit Island” which is just a little further for us to travel.
“just in case I forget, how to get where I am going…posting a map” “Only 171 miles one way!”
- NASA Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. 20,538. …
- Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. 953. …
- Black Point Wildlife Drive. …
- Space Shuttle Atlantis. …
- Brevard Veterans Memorial Museum & Military Museum. …
- U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame. …
- Sams House at Pine Island Conservation Area. …
- Obloy Family Ranch.
“A very good time was had by all”
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“Time to Share My Son, Al’s Enjoyment”
“St. Vincent Home Children and Alumni Picnic”
Calling for all GRADUATES – GERMAN ST. VINCENT…
St. Vincent Home for Children Picnic
Please bring your family and join ours!
St. Vincent Home for Children wants to invite you and your family to our Alumni Picnic. We will provide the food, fun, entertainment, and
beer/wine/beverages. The picnic will be a celebration of our wonderful past and an opportunity for you to meet our Executive team and see how our programs are working today.
Most of all we want you to come to enjoy a great fall afternoon among friends!
RSVP: Number attending to Mike Garavalia, Director of Development here.
“St. Vincent’s Home – Chapel”
Here we are … in the St. Vincent Chapel… on a tour guide to see all of the new and different things going on… today… September 27th – 2015!
GRANDMA MARY ELLEN ALDRICH, Grandson, ALAN and his Father, big Al and… Al is the published author of “AEROS: THE STAR GOD of AEROS” – and several others… Book by Al Aldrich *********
This was one of the best days for a “senior citizen ” to have – and to think – – that I had to wait all of the ‘seventy” and more years to arrive – and be surprised…
“WOW” what a wonderful LIFE – and if we just –
do not weaken… – –
Let’s do it again!
We are just having lots of FUN – – at the “GERMAN ST. VINCENT ORPHANAGE PICNIC – – in blue dress Mary Ellen Aldrich – – and next to me – grand-daughter, ALYSSA – – and standing behind Alyssa – – is grand-daughter JAIME – – and that is their MOM, JILL – – we sure would have liked to see …. more of the old timers… ALUMNI – – from way back and when – – but maybe there will be another TIME… and soon!
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“What a DAY to Remember for ALWAYS”
This is that Photo that everyone wants to find in their collections of PHOTOS!
On the front street side of the Church where the wedding had just taken place, we see this one… a very lovely young Bride JAIME and her father, Al R. Aldrich… just looking so good, and so happy, even after so many were taken, just too many Photos … before this one was taken.
“But all is well… this is a day to be remembered for ever more!”
Just have to find another PHOTOO to post…
“Jaime’s Wedding Day”
This is – April the 4th of 2015 – and Saturday morning – so this should be “FRONT PAGE NEWS” – –
From this day forward – – Miss Jaime Aldrich will and now – and forever – be called … Mrs. Tyler Cardwell – –
and the best part of a story like this is – that they always – begin with a – – “Once upon a time…-” – and then – this part of the story would be the “x-rated” – so there-fore I must not tell all of the secrets of this – – – a most wonderful part of their story – – – that is because if you were “LUCKY” to have been married and in Church – – – you would now know – that the story continues with – and then… they went on their “HONEYMOON Trip” – – and they had the most glorious of times – – traveling to all the great wonders of the world … – – and then, after having so much fun and excitement to last them … for a very long, long time – – and then, like most good stories that I had read –
at least over a hundred years before… – – – and even beyond… there is always the best part … of endings that come in all “LOVE” stories… – – and then … they rode off and into the “SUNSET” – – where they lived – – “Happily” – FOREVER and FOREVER –
and here is where I forget – – – is it – ??? “AMEN!…” ??? – –
or is it the other ending – – the one you never expect to come so soon – – -“That’s All Folks” – – – THE END! *****
The above photo is of Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Cardwell – and surrounded by the two little – beautiful Flower Girls and the “main” MAN – – in this ceremony the RING- Bearer – everyone is patiently waiting to be told – where and when to move – for the next photo – to their next spot to stand and look pretty – and to say “CHEESE” – if that’s what it takes to make you look exciting – –
Everyone knows – that some of these photos may not turn out too good, today – but then… when – you turn … old and gray – – 100 years from now – it is the terrific…
“MEMORIES” of this day … that turn on the “MAGIC” – making your LOVE for each other – that will last – forever!!!
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“All through the YEARS We Can Celebrate”
“When you like to FLY… You can never get enough!”
You know that…When ever you just say the word… that is the word that YOU are ready to FLY with me… the PLANE is ready to us, where ever you want to go… and NOW!
Everyone has a “DREAM”… and my “DREAM” is to fly when ever and forever more… and when ever … you are in the mood to FLY, too… just let me know, and be prepare to leave immediately!
I just can not figure out, why so many people are so satisfied to just stay in one little old nook, in a very small house and they are not really happy… when there are mountains on this great big EARTH, and all to be discovered if and when you will check out all of the advertising of so many wonderful places to go on your vacation … and just whenever that extra special mood decides to entice your mind with so many “DREAM” spots on this wonderful earth… to go and see and stay for awhile … just to have some special memories of all those wonderful places that you took your family and or your extra special friends!
It just seems as if .. it was just yesterday… that I first started to learn to fly, and as I remember to those days so long ago… but some of those days were filled with so much of our FLYING the… with all of our exploring , all of the world beneath us as the hours just passed by so fast, and all with the enjoyment of flying… all of my special friends in High School … were finding that they had the time to go to the Airport to meet with me and get in the Plane that I was renting , and we would go FLYING for hours!
I was just the other day wondering … If as many as I took with me to fly all over Missouri and Illinois… have since and or over the good many years… have even decided to learn to fly on their own and or if any ever decided to become Pilots and maybe still fly as much as we did…. so very often… way back in the day?
It sure is good to remember all those good old days. It seems as if just yesterday… when we were graduating from High School and since we had three acres in the Fenton area… passed the word around to friends to come to my home, as we have the outdoors friendly grounds to “PARTY” on!
That… “GOOD WORD” Spread like wild fire!
The roads were filled with cars and students from High School.
We had three acres and also a nice big two horse barn in the middle of the property… so that our BAND could play some real good music and no one would be bothered with any noise!
There were too many cars and people coming … so my MOM turned out the house lights.
Would you believe that the “POLICE” came to the front door, and told my MOTHER, that she needed to turn the lights on… as there were too many cars and people that are blocking the roads all around and are not able to find this place!
That was just one of the very many extra FUN occasions … that we all celebrated … all together!
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“A #1 Memory Clip, from Daughter Alyssa”
Dad – my A #1 guy – I’ve never cried so many tears in my life, and I don’t forsee ever stopping because I miss you so deeply and always will.
You were a phenomenal human who accomplished so much and truly made the world a better place thanks to your unique contributions.
I slept right next to you in your bed on your final night, just you and me, and I played relaxing piano music for you. Grammy, Alan, Jaime and I gathered by your side as you took your final breath at 12:12pm. Now we are left to cope with this incredible loss.
We are having a Celebration of Life party for you today at my house. We’ll serve your favorite foods – roast beef sandwiches, pork steaks… We’ll eat like kings! We have a 4-hour, carefully-curated playlist of all the best classic rock songs, photos throughout the decades on display, gifts to giveaway, prizes to win, and even ALottery game so one lucky winner can go home with a pot of gold! All your friends and family will be there to honor you and share favorite stories of the good times we’ve shared. Words cannot explain how much you are loved.
Alyssa Leverenz
August 20, 2022 | Saint Charles, MO | Daughter
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Hi Grandma!
Yesterday was a lot of fun visiting your old stomping grounds and seeing Tommy, his family and even your old friends! It was interesting hearing all the alumni’s stories as they were reminiscing during the tour of the place.
Most of all, it made me feel very blessed and filled with gratitude to belong to such a beautiful family. I always cherish all of our “get togethers” and time spent laughing and enjoying each other’s love and light~
I also especially appreciated you printing out photos of you at the orphanage as a child to share with us.
(Grammy asked if we could pick her out from a photo of a classroom full of girls, and as I scanned the photo, I picked out my Grammy right away!!
She still has the same look after all these years 🙂 and plus I recognized my own face in hers!)
I am very grateful for my Grandma! I love you Grammy!! What an uplifting day this was…
Cheers to honoring the past, and even more importantly GUARDING THE PRESENT MOMENT- right “NOW” is all that is, all that ever has been and ALL that ever will BE.
This moment is what creates the ripple effect out into the vast interconnected universe so it is wise to be AWARE of this power THIS MOMENT has…
Today I will be meditating and giving thanks to the Universe~ feeling the resonating GOD within me FLOURISH ABUNDANTLY with JOY, LOVE and LIGHT which through my conscious being I will echo back into the universe for ALL ETERNITY. <3
Thank you & God Bless ALL now & always~
XOXO Love, Alyssa XOXO
Like I have mention – so many times before – – the Almighty Yahweh has truly sent special blessings to me … especially with the whole FAMILY – – I had to read and re-read…your comment – it was a perfect PRAYER… NOW – I know that we will continue to be BLESSED…
LOVE to ALL the FAMILY…xoxoxoxoxo…. the BIG G – herself
Greetings, Mary Ellen. Thank you for sharing your stories and insights in the blog. I am enjoying reading your posts. I came across your blog while researching the St. Vincent German Orphan Home. My father and his siblings were residents there at the same time as you and your brothers. I only know this because the 1950 census results (released less than 12 hours ago) list all of you who lived there when the census was enumerated. I’m going to order a copy of your brother’s book as soon as I get home (currently riding in the back seat of the car, returning from a spring break trip down south). Thanks again!