#Cornerstone Christian Academy

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Arkansas' Dept of Education likes BJU Press curriculum and wants the state to pay for it.

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Frank Follows presents: Animal

ANIMAL:

Emerging Swedish Indie-Rock band Frank Follows is set to release their electrifying up-tempo new single, "Animal," a tantalising preview of their much-anticipated EP due out early in 2025.

"Animal" delves into the raw, primal instincts that lurk beneath the surface, capturing the struggle between common sense and untamed desire. Vocalist and co-writer Adiran, of Frank Follows describes the song as:

"It’s about the things you do but shouldn’t. A fight between your common sense and primal instincts. It’s about that someone who gets their claws dug into you and you can’t get away. Someone that brings out the animal in you."

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This powerful track is a testament to the band's DIY ethos, having recorded and mixed it themselves. The final mastering touch was added by the renowned Christian Wright at Abbey Road Studios, ensuring a polished yet gritty sound.

Frank Follows is a dynamic indie-rock band composed of lead singer and guitarist Adrian Berhardson, guitarist Måns Ekholm, and keyboardist and producer Olof Victor. The trio met while studying at the Royal Academy of Music in Stockholm and have since been refining their signature sound.

Initially searching for a lead vocalist, Adrian stepped in to record demo vocals, quickly establishing his captivating tone and unique performance style as the cornerstone of the band’s debut album, 'Flight Thoughts.' This album marked a pivotal moment for Frank Follows, firmly establishing them as a rising force in the Swedish indie-rock scene. Drawing inspiration from artists like Bombay Bicycle Club, Bon Iver, Dayglow, and Phoenix, Frank Follows blends eclectic influences into their distinctive indie-rock sound.

Having graced stages at renowned venues such as Sofar Sounds and festivals like Andorra and Live At Heart, Frank Follows continues to deliver electrifying live performances. With new releases and more gigs on the horizon, the band is cementing their status as an exciting act to watch. As they continue to hone their signature sound, Frank Follows is poised for even greater success in the coming years.

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The Post-Left and the Death of Humanism

Trigger Warning: this post may cause distress to people of certain political persuasions

Once, lefties in the US were called liberals. I mean, they still call them that sometimes, but this title has become increasingly absurd. American liberals were people that maintained the classical humanistic values: freedom, equality and human rights. Unlike the European liberals, for example, who were actually right-wing conservatives that advocated the alleged "free market", Laissez-faire economic policy,  the American liberals were mostly social democrats that believed in a welfare state.

Currently, such left-wing liberals are a dying breed. There are, of course, a lot of people that still hold a similar stance, but their voice diminishes and no longer resonates in the mind of the general public. And these remaining liberals find it progressively harder to stand against the tide of the so-called progressive agenda (pun intended). Consequently, they lost confidence in their own political philosophy.

Why did this happen? From the sociological standpoint this shift in connected with the rise of the neo-liberal economic discipline which dismantled the welfare state and dealt a devastating blow to the middle class, escalating economic inequality and driving societies to class warfare. We may also attribute the transformation to the effect of social media and the way it enhances and spreads extremist views, fosters group thinking, and allows nefarious element to manipulate public opinion. However, in this article I want to take an alternative, history of ideas perspective.

The cornerstone of Humanism is the belief in universal values. It is a direct offspring of the Enlightenment movement which laid the foundations of modern democracy. These values are summed in the slogan of the French Republic: liberté, égalité, fraternité (meaning liberty, equality and fraternity). In particular, fraternity, or, more generally, solidarity, is a key ingredient of any political struggle for humanistic values. Such a struggle has a chance to succeed only by joining hands and forming a broad coalition of all who share these values, regardless of the specifics of their identity.

Unfortunately, this strategy of indiscriminating solidarity, although being highly effective, had a fatal flaw. When you belong to an oppressed group, say, Black US Americans in the 1960s, gaining salvation through the aid of white folks feels degrading. It implies that you belong to a weak community, and therefore require the help of a stronger hegemonic group to be emancipated. It was for this inherent psychological factor that Black Americans began shifting their ideological association from Martin Luther King's Humanism to Malcolm X's Black Supremacy, and, that the feminist movement became less about "women are equal" and more about "women are better". As soon as Equality was, to some extent, gained, the fight was redirected toward the much more emotionally satisfying Empowerment.

Empowerment doesn't require universal solidarity. Empowerment doesn't require universal values. When the newly rising identity groups searched for an alternative to the Humanistic ideology they found surprising allies in the Academy. During the 1970s the postmodern school of thought was gaining dominance in the (ironically termed) Faculties of Humanities. And it provided the exact theoretical foundations for what has since been known as Identity Politics.

What postmodern intellectuals were claiming was basically this: there are no universal values, only culturally dependent narratives. What was considered universal was in fact only the particular worldview of the hegemonic white-patriarchal-heterosexual-Christian society. For this reason, there is no basis for solidarity that encompasses, for instance, both white people and people of color, or both men and women. At best, different oppressed groups can, strategically, share a common cause. Typically, its every group to itself: we African Americans shall redeem ourselves, thank you very much; we don't need the favors of some patronizing white liberals.

Indeed, this was much more empowering than this wimpy we-are-all-equal-let's-hug attitude. On the downside, while the various racial, sexual, ethnic, religious and gender-related groups were gaining respect and cultural predominance, the socioeconomic conditions of the actual individuals within these groups were quickly deteriorating. The Neo-Liberal revolution of the 1980s led to a constant rise of economic inequality, specifically in the US and the UK but with a worldwide impact. The lower middle class was going bankrupt. The poorest, most of them from minority groups, were thrown under the bus.

The rise of the "Progressive" post-left doctrine and the associated identity politics hindered any attempt to form an effective left-wing coalition against the conservative-right attack on the working middle class. Socialistic and Social Democratic political struggle was always founded on class solidarity. When it disintegrated, as each identity group became self-absorbed, this strategy failed.

During the first two decades of the third millennium, whilst graduates of postmodern indoctrination grew up to hold influential positions, the post-left dogma spread from the academic circles to mainstream media and popular culture. Its fixation on group identity and culture war practically replaced all the classical left-wing agendas, both the humanistic and the socialistic. The left was conquered.

Concurrently, a similar process was taking place also on the right wing. The conservatives' political platforms were being overtaken or pushed aside by the much more radical populist right. Although the populists tried to align their agenda with the conservatives, their support base didn't really care much about neo liberal economics or about geopolitics. The majority were middle class people whose standard of living was deteriorating, and their petty bourgeoisie way of life threatened. They were looking for someone to blame, and there were two obvious scapegoats: lefty intellectuals and minorities. While the post-left was promoting the cultural fringe, people of traditional upbringing were becoming increasingly intimidated by it. Those who could at last stomach gay people were now asked to accept Trans. After finely coming to terms with racial equality, they were faced with affirmative action that put them in a disadvantage. And all these reforms were endorsed quite aggressively by the post-left controlled media and getting the support of the arrogant and privileged upper middle class. Populist politicians, who always had keen instincts for these sorts of things, jumped on this golden opportunity to instigate a culture war.

There is a caricature that became viral, in which three people sit around a table. One of them is a blue-collar working-class type; in front of  him a plate with a single cookie. The second is a person of color that appears to be an immigrant, sitting by an empty plate. The third is old and resembles the media tycoon Rupert Murdoch, owner of many right-wing outlets. His plate is full of cookies. He is saying to the working-class guy: 'Careful mate... The foreigner wants your cookie!'. The typical populist-right method of gathering pollical support and deflecting opposition to its greedy predatory practices, is to find the poorest, most beaten group of people and blame everything bad on them. Immigrants are the easiest victims. Next in line are traditional scapegoats such as people of color, LGBTs, Muslims and Jews. Finaly, misogynistic propaganda can also be employed whenever the political opponent is a female.

All this is a battle proven tactic of the populist right since forever. The post-left agenda, however, by detaching itself from any relevant struggle for social equity and by hindering any chance of class solidarity, made the right-wing job quite straightforward. And the stronger the populist right became, the fiercest the culture war raged, and thus the post-left could call more of its own troops to arm. So, it came to be that these two adversary twins, the post-left and the populist-right, fed each other and assisted it in its campaign to hijack the traditional left and right platforms.

Still, humanism and the belief in universal moral values were very much alive up to the third decade of the new millennium. The fatal blow to the humanistic ideology as a dominant component of public sentiments was delivered by the most harmful of all the post-left inventions: postcolonialism.

Like several other destructive political ideologies, postcolonialism was developed originally from an authentic and justified criticism of modern society and its historical afflictions. Indeed, after enriching themselves by exploiting colonized nations and tribes, the European colonial powers pulled out, leaving in their wake devastation and chaos. Many current conflicts and crises worldwide can be traced back to colonial times.

Yet, as frequently happens, what started as legitimate and mostly accurate has been transmuted into the deranged. Complex historical and sociological circumstances were condensed into two simple principles: white man bad; violence is the answer. No more flower children for you! Get Charles Manson!

What really drove the postcolonial movement off the edge was the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, another open sore from the English rule era. Ingenuously, one would expect that Israel would be praised as a prime example for an indigenous nation that manage to obtain its ancestral land back from an oppressive colonial power. However, the Jewish state was founded through war with local Arab population and the neighboring Arab countries. This war ended with a resounding Arab defeat, and many of the local Arab population were driven from their homes to become refugees.

Arabs were among the favorite victims cherished by the postcolonial movement. Ironically, it was Arabic colonialism that made Muslim Arabs the dominant population throughout the Levant and north Africa. But since advocates of postcolonialism only care about European colonialism, this historical fact made little difference.

What made thing increasingly worse in the eyes of the post-left was that Israel became, starting from the 1970s, USA's pet ally. And since most of Israel's government since then were right wing, it was easy to hate them. So, the post-left activists rewrote history to create a narrative that suited their preferences. In this narrative, the Jewish national movement, i.e., Zionism, is actually a plot of European Jews and European governments to invade a foreign land of the peaceful indigenous Palestinians, violently rob their lands and hold to it while killing anyone that opposes their evil rule. This revisionist historical tale had almost no connection to reality, but reality is but a weak rival to emotional convictions.

The fervent anti-Israeli crusade bore disastrous results for both Palestinians and Israelis. It encouraged Palestinian extremism, convinced them to abandon the peace process that started baring fruits in the 1990s and resort to violence in a war they could only lose. This, in turn, drove the Israelis toward the hardline right-wing leaders and triggered further escalation. As the anti-Israeli post-left propaganda became increasingly menacing and vicious, Islamic fundamentalist got more assured in their delusional fantasies of subjugating the Israelis by force, and the Israelis more antagonistic to the Palestinian imploration for liberty.

What had started as a moral campaign for that termination of the west-bank occupation and inauguration of a free Palestinian state, ended as a rallying against the existence of Israel and the legitimacy of Jewish nationalism, aka Zionism. Palestinian nationalism was good; Jewish nationalism was evil and colonialist, because Jews are, supposedly, just white Europeans, masquerading as indigenous. The post-left has finally made it all the way back to the antisemitic, racist far-right. The gun Frantz Fanon hang on the wall at the first act by promoting violent resistance against colonialists in order to, basically, empower the subjected natives, now fired its shot by providing a legitimacy to fascist fundamentalists to massacre innocent civilians, which were, absurdly, just another tribe of indigenous people.

Sometimes good intentions pave the way to hell. By forsaking natural, universal moral values and adopting a political theory tailored to make the oppressed, or the allegedly oppressed, feel good about themselves, the post-left finally hit rock bottom. Inheriting the postmodern belief that language creates reality, it implemented a jargon that dehumanizes anyone whose group identity conflicted with the praised Noble Savages. If you belong to the wrong tribe, you cannot do good, and your wellbeing doesn’t matter. If you belong to the right tribe, your every act is justified. And, to make matters worse, this extreme reactionary ideology called itself "progressive" and covered itself in a coat of sanctimonious moralistic rage. Slavers and Nazis at least knew deep down (or not so deep down) they were evil. But when you paint yourself as savior of the oppressed, you naturally can maintain a high opinion about yourself.

There are still quite a few people who believe in authentic left-wing principles and its humanistic values. Yet, the true liberal left has become deeply confused. The dogmatic and violent social intimidation of the post-left mob forced the soft-hearted liberals to take cover. Many caught the Stockholm Syndrome and are trying to fit their views into the "progressive" agenda. Unless they wake up and realize their movement had been hijacked, humanism will die as a relevant ideology. It is already in a critical condition.

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Exploring the Best Private Elementary Schools Near Granbury: 

A Guide to Quality Education

In the scenic expanse of Granbury, Texas, where the charm of small-town living meets the aspirations for quality education, parents often find themselves on a quest for the best private elementary schools. Understanding the pivotal role primary education plays in shaping a child's future, the search for a nurturing and academically enriching environment becomes paramount. Fortunately, Granbury and its surrounding areas boast a selection of outstanding private elementary schools, each committed to fostering holistic development and academic excellence. Private elementary education in Granbury offers a unique blend of personalized attention, rigorous academics, and a supportive community. Whether you're a local resident or considering relocating to this vibrant region, exploring private elementary schools near Granbury is a worthwhile endeavor.

Why Choose Private Elementary Education in Granbury?

Granbury's private elementary schools prioritize quality education tailored to individual learners' needs. With strong tribes instead of traditional small class sizes, dedicated faculty referred to as guides, and robust curricula, these institutions offer an environment conducive to academic achievement and personal growth. Here's why private elementary education in Granbury stands out:

Individualized Attention: Strong tribes enable guides to focus on each learner's unique learning style and pace, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where the learners are the heroes on a journey of growth.

Enhanced Academic Opportunities: Private elementary schools often offer specialized programs and extracurricular activities that enrich learners' educational experiences, from STEM initiatives to arts and athletics. Every achievement is celebrated, giving learners the credit they deserve.

Values-Based Education: Many private schools in Granbury integrate values-based education, instilling important virtues such as respect, responsibility, and integrity alongside academic instruction. Learners are encouraged to embrace these values as they navigate their educational journey.

Community Engagement: Private schools often cultivate strong partnerships with families, encouraging parental involvement and fostering a sense of community among learners, guides, and staff. Transparency and humility are key values that guide these interactions, creating a supportive network for all involved.

Exploring Private Elementary Schools Near Granbury

For parents seeking the best private elementary education for their children, Granbury and its neighboring areas offer a variety of options. Let's take a closer look at some of the standout private elementary schools in the region:

Granbury Christian Academy: Located in the heart of Granbury, Granbury Christian Academy (GCA) is dedicated to providing a Christ-centered education that emphasizes academic excellence and spiritual growth. With a low learner-to-guide ratio, GCA offers individualized attention and a supportive community where learners thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.

North Central Texas Academy: North Central Texas Academy, situated just a short drive from Granbury in Granbury, offers a comprehensive educational experience rooted in Christian values. From rigorous academics to a wide range of extracurricular activities, NCTA fosters a nurturing environment where learners develop the skills and character traits needed for success.

Cornerstone Christian Academy: Cornerstone Christian Academy, located in Weatherford, provides a rigorous academic curriculum within a supportive Christian environment. With a focus on cultivating critical thinking skills, creativity, and moral integrity, Cornerstone prepares learners to excel academically and make positive contributions to society.

Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts: For families seeking a specialized arts education, the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts offers comprehensive programs in visual arts, music, theatre, and dance. With a commitment to excellence in both academics and the arts, FWFA provides learners with opportunities to explore their passions and develop their talents in a supportive and creative environment.

Sage Academy Granbury: Sage Academy Granbury provides a comprehensive educational experience that nurtures learners' intellectual curiosity, creativity, and character development. With a commitment to growth and a warm-hearted, empathetic approach, Sage Academy fosters academic excellence and social-emotional growth in every learner.

Conclusion

In the pursuit of quality education for their children, parents in Granbury and its surrounding areas are fortunate to have access to a diverse selection of private elementary schools. From Granbury Christian Academy's Christ-centered approach to the specialized arts education offered by the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, each institution provides a unique educational experience tailored to meet the needs of its learners.

As parents weigh their options and consider the best fit for their family, it's essential to visit each school, meet with administrators and guides, and gain a firsthand understanding of the school's culture and values. By investing in their children's education and choosing a private elementary school near Granbury, parents can provide them with the foundation they need to succeed academically, socially, and personally.

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Education in Boerne City: Fostering Excellence through Diverse Learning Opportunities

In the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Boerne City boasts a thriving educational landscape prioritising excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. The city's commitment to providing quality education is reflected in its diverse range of schools, dedicated educators, and supportive community. This comprehensive guide delves into the various facets of education in Boerne City, exploring its educational institutions, programs, and the collaborative efforts that contribute to the academic success of its students.

Boerne City Schools: A Tapestry of Learning Institutions

Boerne Independent School District (BISD) At the core of Boerne City's educational system is the Boerne Independent School District (BISD). Known for its unwavering commitment to academic excellence, BISD is the educational cornerstone for kindergarten through 12th grade students. The district's emphasis on fostering a positive and nurturing learning environment ensures that students acquire knowledge and develop essential life skills.

BISD Elementary Schools Boerne City's elementary schools within the BISD include Cibolo Creek Elementary, Kendall Elementary, and Fabra Elementary. Each elementary school is designed to provide a strong foundation for students, integrating modern teaching methods and technology to engage young minds.

BISD Middle Schools As students progress, BISD offers two middle schools – Boerne Middle School North and Boerne Middle School South – where a comprehensive curriculum prepares them for the challenges of high school. These middle schools prioritize holistic development, offering a range of extracurricular activities alongside a robust academic program.

BISD High Schools Boerne High School and Champion High School are the proud flag bearers of BISD at the high school level. These institutions are dedicated to preparing students for college and career success, offering advanced placement courses, vocational programs, and many extracurricular opportunities.

Private Schools in Boerne City In addition to the public school system, Boerne City is home to several private schools, catering to families seeking alternative educational options. These schools often boast smaller class sizes and specialized programs to meet the unique needs of their students. Prominent private institutions include the Geneva School of Boerne and Boerne Christian Academy.

Innovative Educational Programs: Shaping Future Leaders

STEM Education Initiatives Boerne City strongly emphasises Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. BISD collaborates with local industries and organizations to provide students with hands-on experiences, encouraging them to explore and excel in these critical fields. STEM programs in Boerne City schools prepare students for future careers and foster a spirit of innovation and problem-solving.

Arts and Culture Programs Recognizing the importance of a well-rounded education, Boerne City schools are committed to nurturing creativity through robust arts and culture programs. From visual arts to performing arts, students have ample opportunities to express themselves and develop their artistic talents. The city's vibrant cultural scene inspires young minds, with partnerships between schools and local art organizations enhancing the creative experience.

Dual Language Programs Boerne City celebrates its cultural diversity through dual-language programs that promote bilingualism and cultural understanding. These programs are designed to equip students with the linguistic skills needed to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world while fostering an appreciation for different cultures. BISD's commitment to inclusivity is evident in its efforts to provide equal educational opportunities for all students, regardless of their linguistic background.

Community Involvement: A Pillar of Educational Success

Parental Engagement Boerne City's educational success is not only attributed to the efforts within the school walls but is equally influenced by solid parental engagement. BISD encourages parents to actively participate in their child's education actively, organizing regular parent-teacher conferences, workshops, and events that facilitate meaningful collaboration between educators and families. This partnership is essential in creating a supportive learning environment beyond the classroom.

Business and Community Partnerships The collaboration between Boerne City schools and local businesses is a testament to the community's commitment to education. Through internship programs, mentorship initiatives, and sponsorships, businesses actively contribute to Boerne's youth's academic and professional development. These partnerships enrich the educational experience and create a bridge between classroom learning and real-world applications.

Technological Integration: Shaping 21st Century Learners

One-to-One Technology Initiatives Boerne City recognizes the importance of technology in preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century. Many schools within BISD have implemented one-to-one technology initiatives, providing each student with a device to enhance their learning experience. This approach facilitates personalized learning, encourages digital literacy, and prepares students for a technology-driven future.

Virtual Learning Opportunities The global shift towards virtual learning has not gone unnoticed in Boerne City. BISD has adapted to the changing landscape by offering virtual learning opportunities, allowing students to access education remotely when necessary. This flexibility ensures that students can continue their education even in challenging circumstances, fostering resilience and adaptability.

Extracurricular Excellence: Beyond the Classroom

Athletics Boerne City schools take pride in their robust athletic programs that emphasize teamwork, discipline, and physical fitness. From football to soccer, basketball to swimming, students can participate in various sports, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. The city's state-of-the-art sports facilities further enhance the athletic experience for students.

Clubs and Organizations Extracurricular activities extend beyond the field, with many clubs and organizations catering to diverse interests. Whether it's a debate club, a robotics team, or a cultural exchange group, Boerne City schools provide students with numerous opportunities to explore their passions, develop leadership skills, and build lifelong friendships.

Conclusion In conclusion, education in Boerne City is a dynamic and evolving landscape that prioritizes excellence, innovation, and community involvement. With a strong foundation provided by the Boerne Independent School District, supplemented by private schools and enriched by diverse programs, Boerne City is shaping future leaders who are well-equipped for the challenges of the 21st century. Through collaborative efforts, technological integration, and a commitment to continuous improvement, the city's educational institutions foster a love for learning that will endure for generations.

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Brittany disappeared around 1am after an argument with her mother, Ivy Henderson, in the Elkton home they shared, on July 2008. She was not reported missing until September 2008. Her remains were found two years later in 2011, only a six minute drive away from the house. Her cause of death was not disclosed, but has been classified as a homicide. Her bag and keys were found inside her 2003 Pontiac Sunbird.

Hunters in a wooded area right over the Cecil County line near Elkton found her remains. She lived on Manor Road in Elkton.

Brittany used to attend daycare class at Cornerstone Christian Academy in Elkton as a child and was a graduate of Bohemia Manor High School, where she was a member of the school band, Golden Eagle Chorus and the All County Chorus. She had attended Cecil College and had a love for singing.

During the early morning hours of July 25th, 2008, Brittany Peart was not in her best state-of-mind. The 21 year-old woman was in the midst of a disagreement with her mother that left her quite upset. By time it reached 1-o’clock in the morning, Brittany angrily decided to leave. She packed an overnight bag with a few belongings and drove away from her family’s Elkton, Maryland home. Brittany’s mother assumed that Brittany just needed time to cool off. However, Brittany never returned home.

A week later, Brittany’s car was found abandoned in the town of North East, Maryland. Both her keys and the bag she packed before leaving her house were found inside the car. Brittany had not been reported missing yet at this point, and it is unclear if her family members were notified about the discovery of her car. If they were, it appeared they were still leaning towards the idea that Brittany was just taking some time away and would eventually return on her own accord. When she had still not returned by September 2008, Brittany’s family members reported her missing.

In October 2009, Brittany’s family members hired a private investigator to help search for her. It is unknown how in-depth the investigation was, but the private investigator ended up telling her family that Brittany had likely started a new life in another city. The search for Brittany seemed to hit a lull after that.

Over two years later, on December 4th, 2011, human remains were found by hunters in a wooded area on the Maryland-Delaware state line. Days later, those remains were identified as that of Brittany Peart. After the identification, very few details about Brittany’s death were released. Details about her exact cause of death remain unclear to this day, but Brittany’s loved ones believe she was murdered. In fact, many of Brittany’s friends have posted on social media that they believe she was killed by a man she was dating at the time. This man has never been charged with anything related to Brittany’s death, and it is unclear if investigators believe Brittany was murdered.

The truth about what happened to Brittany Peart remains a mystery to this day. Delaware State Police have classified her death as a cold case. If you have any information that could help the investigation, please contact Delaware Cold Case detectives at (302) 741-2730. (x)

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Kanye West Trying to Bring Back Donda Academy in L.A. Area Church

Kanye West Trying to Bring Back Donda Academy in L.A. Area Church

Kanye West is trying to breathe new life into his Donda Academy — this time in a new, holier location, even though the school has all but crumbled. Pastor Ronald Nagin of Cornerstone Christian Church tells TMZ he and Kanye have had 3 face-to-face… from TMZ.com https://www.tmz.com/2022/11/30/kanye-donda-academy-move-church-los-angeles/

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Skori decided Cornerstone Christian Academy could no longer include a passage from First Corinthians in their school handbook because she felt it violated human rights.

Skori claimed she faced unwarranted, unreasonable and threatening backlash for this and advised that she had to contact the RCMP to deal with alleged threats.

There are a lot of ways for psychos to threaten you that don't leave a paper trail so the trail begins when you take those threats to the police the way Skori said she did.

Except she didn't. (x)

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'Denying reality' and 'not taking responsibility' are the cornerstones of conservative education.

Homeschooling and christian academies are the frontline on preserving these fragile snowflakes.

[wutbju]

Mr. Richard Clarence Poore, age 90 years, a former resident of Hemet, CA and more recently a resident of Elkins, WV passed away Monday, August 14, 2023 at Mountain Memories Assisted Living and Retirement Center in Elkins.

He was born December 24, 1932 in Troy, IN a son of the late John William Poore and the late Ruth Evelyn Pate Poore. On October 17, 1957 in Utica, IL he married Kaye Prentice Poore who preceded him in death March 1, 2010.

He was the last surviving member of his immediate family having been preceded in death in addition to his parents by a brother, John Arthur Poore of Elkins, WV and a sister, Mary Ruth Estes of Lewisport, KY. Several first cousins survive him: Judy Moody of Greenville, SC, Bob Poore of Greenville, SC, and Gloria Poore Wahl, who was like a sister to him, of Cannelton, IN. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews: Mark, Malinda, Luke, Karen, Laurinda, Sam, and Richard.

Mr. Poore graduated from Cannelton High School and Bob Jones University, earning a Master’s Degree in Christian Education. Before attending college, he hitchhiked to Washington D.C. and worked for the FBI to earn his tuition. He also attended Trinity Seminary and worked for TEAM in preparation for missions, residing in Chicago, IL. Going overseas, he and his wife served in France for Baptist Mid-Missions. He briefly lived in Prescott, Arizona upon returning from the mission field. He then served as a secondary educator at American Christian Academy in Pomona, CA, and other Christian schools in southern California as a teacher of Bible, French, and English until his retirement.

He was a member of the Cornerstone Church Hemet, CA. He was a member of the Bob Jones University Alumni Association since 1955. He loved to travel and had visited all 50 states in the USA. His favorite Bible passage was II Corinthians 5:14-15 “For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead: and that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again.”

At Mr. Poore’s request, cremation has taken place. The Tomblyn Funeral Home in Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. Richard Clarence Poore. Condolences may be expressed at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com.

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I need to catch up on X-Men stuff. I love Tempo from as far back as X-Force #1 in the 90's

I'm probably gonna do a 'here's what you missed on Glee' post about the current state of X-Men stuff for people wanting to catch up or jump on at the House of X/Krakoa soft reboot point, but while there's plenty of good and bad about the current era, I do love the sheer creativity of it all, and like, the raised profiles of soooooo many minor or underrated X-characters from eras past.

What with the whole, y'know, mass resurrection of every mutant character to ever live, literally.

Like, communal living is a big thing on Krakoa and basically any and all 'squads' of mutants, both hero and villain alike, have their own group housing in the Akademos Habitat. The New Mutants all live together in this house called the Sextant, the Academy X kids all have their own place, the classic Hellions have their own place, same with the Gen-X kids, the Acolytes, etc. And the whole MLF live together in Omega House, and so we've seen Heather pretty regularly in the background around there like in stories featuring Wildside and other MLFers (even Thumbelina got a shout-out in SWORD, lmao) and also she's popped up in a few previous SWORD and Marauders issues, as well as being the source of Krakoa's famed whiskey exports, as apparently her time powers aging whiskey and wines to perfection in just a few hours is the secret ingredient behind the 'Port Genosha' vintages, lmao.

But anyway, Heather's part of the new Marauders cast going forward, and they're the book dedicated to mutant rescue and relief efforts.

The new lineup is Kitty (Kate) Pryde as captain and a member of the Quiet Council (Krakoa's ruling council of twelve), and previously the Red Queen of Hellfire, which is like, the economic cornerstone of the Krakoan nation. Up until recently, Kate, Emma and Sebastian all had seats on the Quiet Council and occupied the Red, White and Black thrones of Hellfire, but they gave up their Hellfire seats to focus just on their Council positions, so while Hellfire is expected to play a role in the new Marauders book too, since technically the Marauders are like the official agents of Hellfire's agendas, now the Black Queen is Lourdes Chantel (Sebastian Shaw's old teleporting girlfriend who famously died in the first attack of Sentinels back in the 80s but is now back), the five Stepford Cuckoos all share the White Queen's responsibilities and throne, and Emma's older brother Christian Frost is the new Red Monarch.

Co-leader of the Marauders with Kate is Bishop, who is 'Captain Commander' of Krakoa's forces during war-time, like basically Krakoa has four 'War Captains' who assume leadership positions whenever Krakoa's attacked or invaded, with the Captain Commander being like, the Captain of Captains. The other three Captains with him were at first Cyclops (who was initially the Captain Commander but gave his spot to Bishop recently to focus more on his responsibilities with the X-men), and Magik and Gorgon (the former head of Hydra - yes, mouthing wtf here is valid - but then he died in Otherworld during the X of Swords story event, and he came back different when they resurrected him because dying in Otherworld fucks with your soul and personality).

So Kwannon was named the fourth Captain in his stead. (Kwannon of course being the original Revanche, who got body-swapped with Betsy decades ago. They swapped back so now Betsy is in her original body and going by Captain Britain, and Kwannon is back in her body and using the Psylocke moniker).

Anyway, Kwannon is ALSO on the new Marauders with Bishop, which is kinda interesting that they put two War Captains on the same crew, but I mean, I love them both so not like I care.

And then rounding out the rest of the new crew now that Iceman, Pyro and Storm have all left, is Tempo, Akihiro (Logan's son), Aurora and new character Somnus, with dream manipulation powers.

Look at them, they look so good after kicking Brimstone Love's ass, I'm so proud of them. Sniff.

There's also supposed to be another member joining the team like two issues in, with it not stated yet for sure who it is, but all signs point to the final member of the cast being recently resurrected John Proudstar, the original Thunderbird.

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Vancouver-based nonprofit awards $32.5 million in grants

Based in Vancouver, WA, the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust is a private nonprofit foundation that seeks to create opportunities for individuals, families, and communities to flourish and thrive through grants, leadership programs, and convenings. Recently, the Murdock Trust announced a quarter of giving that reached $32.5 million to nonprofit organizations throughout the Pacific Northwest. $12 million went to nonprofits in Washington alone.

Locally, three organizations received grant support from the Murdock Trust. To help them develop a new training platform, Shared Hope International received $540,500. To help them increase services to breast cancer survivors and their loved ones, Pink Lemonade Project received $151,500. And to help them expand educational programs for students, Cornerstone Christian Academy for Learning and Leadership received $400,000.

As the last grants quarter before Steve Moore passed off the baton to incoming CEO Romanita Hairston in July 2022, this was a special moment for the Murdock Trust. Moore reflected that he was inspired and excited for the future of the foundation.

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Cornerstone Christian Academy helps inner city students overcome adversity

A once-troubled student is now on the honor roll.

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Events 7.4

362 BC – Battle of Mantinea: The Thebans, led by Epaminondas, defeated the Spartans. 414 – Emperor Theodosius II, age 13, yields power to his older sister Aelia Pulcheria, who reigned as regent and proclaimed herself empress (Augusta) of the Eastern Roman Empire. 836 – Pactum Sicardi, a peace treaty between the Principality of Benevento and the Duchy of Naples, is signed. 993 – Ulrich of Augsburg is canonized as a saint. 1054 – A supernova, called SN 1054, is seen by Chinese Song dynasty, Arab, and possibly Amerindian observers near the star Zeta Tauri. For several months it remains bright enough to be seen during the day. Its remnants form the Crab Nebula. 1120 – Jordan II of Capua is anointed as prince after his infant nephew's death. 1187 – The Crusades: Battle of Hattin: Saladin defeats Guy of Lusignan, King of Jerusalem. 1253 – Battle of West-Capelle: John I of Avesnes defeats Guy of Dampierre. 1359 – Francesco II Ordelaffi of Forlì surrenders to the Papal commander Gil de Albornoz. 1456 – Ottoman–Hungarian wars: The Siege of Nándorfehérvár (Belgrade) begins. 1534 – Christian III is elected King of Denmark and Norway in the town of Rye. 1584 – Philip Amadas and Arthur Barlowe arrive at Roanoke Island 1610 – The Battle of Klushino is fought between forces of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth and Russia during the Polish–Muscovite War. 1634 – The city of Trois-Rivières is founded in New France (now Quebec, Canada). 1744 – The Treaty of Lancaster, in which the Iroquois cede lands between the Allegheny Mountains and the Ohio River to the British colonies, was signed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. 1774 – Orangetown Resolutions are adopted in the Province of New York, one of many protests against the British Parliament's Coercive Acts. 1776 – American Revolution: The United States Declaration of Independence is adopted by the Second Continental Congress. 1778 – American Revolutionary War: U.S. forces under George Clark capture Kaskaskia during the Illinois campaign. 1802 – At West Point, New York, the United States Military Academy opens. 1803 – The Louisiana Purchase is announced to the American people. 1817 – In Rome, New York, construction on the Erie Canal begins. 1826 – John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, respectively the second and third presidents of the United States, die the same day, on the fiftieth anniversary of the adoption of the United States Declaration of Independence. Adams' last words were, "Thomas Jefferson survives." 1827 – Slavery is abolished in the State of New York. 1831 – Samuel Francis Smith writes "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" for the Boston, Massachusetts July 4 festivities. 1832 – John Neal delivers the first public lecture in the US to advocate the rights of women. 1837 – Grand Junction Railway, the world's first long-distance railway, opens between Birmingham and Liverpool. 1838 – The Iowa Territory is organized. 1845 – Henry David Thoreau moves into a small cabin on Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts. Thoreau's account of his two years there, Walden, will become a touchstone of the environmental movement. 1855 – The first edition of Walt Whitman's book of poems, Leaves of Grass, is published in Brooklyn. 1862 – Lewis Carroll tells Alice Liddell a story that would grow into Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and its sequels. 1863 – American Civil War: Siege of Vicksburg: Vicksburg, Mississippi surrenders to U.S. forces under Ulysses S. Grant after 47 days of siege. 1863 – American Civil War: Union forces repulse a Confederate army at the Battle of Helena in Arkansas. The Confederate loss fails to relieve pressure on the besieged city of Vicksburg, and paves the way for the Union to capture Little Rock. 1863 – American Civil War: The Army of Northern Virginia withdraws from the battlefield after losing the Battle of Gettysburg, signalling an end to the Confederate invasion of U.S. territory. 1879 – Anglo-Zulu War: The Zululand capital of Ulundi is captured by British troops and burned to the ground, ending the war and forcing King Cetshwayo to flee. 1881 – In Alabama, the Tuskegee Institute opens. 1886 – The Canadian Pacific Railway's first scheduled train from Montreal arrives in Port Moody on the Pacific coast, after six days of travel. 1887 – The founder of Pakistan, Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, joins Sindh-Madrasa-tul-Islam, Karachi. 1892 – Western Samoa changes the International Date Line, causing Monday (July 4) to occur twice, resulting in a year with 367 days. 1894 – The short-lived Republic of Hawaii is proclaimed by Sanford B. Dole. 1898 – En route from New York to Le Havre, the SS La Bourgogne collides with another ship and sinks off the coast of Sable Island, with the loss of 549 lives. 1901 – William Howard Taft becomes American governor of the Philippines. 1903 – The Philippine–American War is officially concluded. 1910 – The Johnson–Jeffries riots occur after African-American boxer Jack Johnson knocks out white boxer Jim Jeffries in the 15th round. Between 11 and 26 people are killed and hundreds more injured. 1911 – A massive heat wave strikes the northeastern United States, killing 380 people in eleven days and breaking temperature records in several cities. 1913 – President Woodrow Wilson addresses American Civil War veterans at the Great Reunion of 1913. 1914 – The funeral of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife Sophie takes place in Vienna, six days after their assassinations in Sarajevo. 1918 – Mehmed V died at the age of 73 and Ottoman sultan Mehmed VI ascends to the throne. 1918 – World War I: The Battle of Hamel, a successful attack by the Australian Corps against German positions near the town of Le Hamel on the Western Front. 1918 – Bolsheviks kill Tsar Nicholas II of Russia and his family (Julian calendar date). 1927 – First flight of the Lockheed Vega. 1939 – Lou Gehrig, recently diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, informs a crowd at Yankee Stadium that he considers himself "The luckiest man on the face of the earth", then announces his retirement from major league baseball. 1941 – Nazi crimes against the Polish nation: Nazi troops massacre Polish scientists and writers in the captured Ukrainian city of Lviv. 1941 – World War II: The Burning of the Riga synagogues: The Great Choral Synagogue in German-occupied Riga is burnt with 300 Jews locked in the basement. 1942 – World War II: The 250-day Siege of Sevastopol in the Crimea ends when the city falls to Axis forces. 1943 – World War II: The Battle of Kursk, the largest full-scale battle in history and the world's largest tank battle, begins in the village of Prokhorovka. 1943 – World War II: In Gibraltar, a Royal Air Force B-24 Liberator bomber crashes into the sea in an apparent accident moments after takeoff, killing sixteen passengers on board, including general Władysław Sikorski, the commander-in-chief of the Polish Army and the Prime Minister of the Polish government-in-exile; only the pilot survives. 1946 – The Kielce pogrom against Jewish Holocaust survivors in Poland. 1946 – After 381 years of near-continuous colonial rule by various powers, the Philippines attains full independence from the United States. 1947 – The "Indian Independence Bill" is presented before the British House of Commons, proposing the independence of the Provinces of British India into two sovereign countries: India and Pakistan. 1950 – Cold War: Radio Free Europe first broadcasts. 1951 – Cold War: A court in Czechoslovakia sentences American journalist William N. Oatis to ten years in prison on charges of espionage. 1951 – William Shockley announces the invention of the junction transistor. 1954 – Rationing ends in the United Kingdom. 1960 – Due to the post-Independence Day admission of Hawaii as the 50th U.S. state on August 21, 1959, the 50-star flag of the United States debuts in Philadelphia, almost ten and a half months later (see Flag Acts (United States)). 1961 – On its maiden voyage, the Soviet nuclear-powered submarine K-19 suffers a complete loss of coolant to its reactor. The crew are able to effect repairs, but 22 of them die of radiation poisoning over the following two years. 1966 – U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Freedom of Information Act into United States law. The act went into effect the next year. 1976 – Israeli commandos raid Entebbe airport in Uganda, rescuing all but four of the passengers and crew of an Air France jetliner seized by Palestinian terrorists. 1976 – The U.S. celebrates its Bicentennial. 1977 – The George Jackson Brigade plants a bomb at the main power substation for the Washington state capitol in Olympia, in solidarity with a prison strike at the Walla Walla State Penitentiary Intensive Security Unit. 1982 – Three Iranian diplomats and a journalist are kidnapped in Lebanon by Phalange forces, and their fate remains unknown. 1987 – In France, former Gestapo chief Klaus Barbie (a.k.a. the "Butcher of Lyon") is convicted of crimes against humanity and sentenced to life imprisonment. 1994 – Rwandan genocide: Kigali, the Rwandan capital, is captured by the Rwandan Patriotic Front, ending the genocide in the city. 1997 – NASA's Pathfinder space probe lands on the surface of Mars. 1998 – Japan launches the Nozomi probe to Mars, joining the United States and Russia as a space exploring nation. 2001 – Vladivostock Air Flight 352 crashes on approach to Irkutsk Airport killing all 145 people on board. 2002 – A Boeing 707 crashes near Bangui M'Poko International Airport in Bangui, Central African Republic, killing 28. 2004 – The cornerstone of the Freedom Tower is laid on the World Trade Center site in New York City. 2004 – Greece beats Portugal in the UEFA Euro 2004 Final and becomes European Champion for first time in its history. 2005 – The Deep Impact collider hits the comet Tempel 1. 2006 – Space Shuttle program: Discovery launches STS-121 to the International Space Station. The event gained wide media attention as it was the only shuttle launch in the program's history to occur on the United States' Independence Day. 2009 – The Statue of Liberty's crown reopens to the public after eight years of closure due to security concerns following the September 11 attacks. 2009 – The first of four days of bombings begins on the southern Philippine island group of Mindanao. 2012 – The discovery of particles consistent with the Higgs boson at the Large Hadron Collider is announced at CERN. 2015 – Chile claims its first title in international football by defeating Argentina in the 2015 Copa América Final.

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James Parks Morton, Dean Who Brought a Cathedral to Life, Dies at 89

Leading the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine for 25 years, he sought to make it central to urban life.

By Ari L. Goldman   Jan. 7, 2020

The Very Rev. James Parks Morton, who in 25 years as dean of the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine in Upper Manhattan transformed it from a religious backwater into a vibrant center for the arts, the homeless, circus performers, household pets, endangered animals and interfaith engagement, died on Saturday at his home in Manhattan. He was 89.

His death was confirmed by his daughter Polly Morton Barton. She said he had been treated for Alzheimer’s disease.

St. John the Divine, the seat of the Episcopal diocese of New York, sits on a 13-acre campus in Morningside Heights. It is said to be the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and one of the biggest church buildings anywhere.

Mr. Morton was appointed dean in 1972 by the new bishop of the diocese, the Rev. Paul Moore Jr. Together they re-envisioned the church as “a medieval cathedral for New York City” that would engage the city in all its promise and problems.

At the time, there were probably more problems than promise. New York City was in the midst of a financial crisis that almost drove it to bankruptcy. The cathedral itself, sitting between Columbia University and Morningside Park, with Harlem beyond, was a symbol of the city’s stagnancy. Even a century after its cornerstone had been laid, the building was unfinished. What had been built was largely unused, and it sat on a neglected piece of property. 

“His cathedral was on the urban margin,” Matthew Weiner, an associate dean at Princeton University, wrote about Dean Morton in his doctoral dissertation about religious life in New York City, “but, through his own jagged sense of curiosity and showmanship, he transformed this crippling fact into an asset by inventing projects that involved those from the surrounding communities in inventive ways.”

Dean Morton opened a homeless shelter on the cathedral grounds, but he also wanted to empower the poor by creating the Urban Homesteading Assistance Board, an organization devoted to helping people rebuild, occupy and own their own apartments in abandoned buildings.

On the cultural side, he founded music and dance programs, turning the cathedral into a cultural destination. The genre-crossing Paul Winter Consort began offering its annual winter Solstice Celebration during the Morton era; it just celebrated its 40th annual concert in December.

In 1979, Dean Morton began a program for unemployed young residents of Harlem and Newark to train with master stonemasons to continue construction of the cathedral towers.

“We will resume building this great house of God,” he said at the time, “and revive the dying art of stone craft by teaching it to the young people of our neighborhood.” The program, which involved scores of apprentices, lasted several years before it ran out of money.

Dean Morton once said that the cathedral’s vastness places matters in proportion.

“Humility is kind of an asinine word in a way, but a cathedral does make one humble in a sense,” he said. “It’s terribly important to realize you can’t complete it.”

Dean Morton gave over the cathedral’s great stone pulpit to a variety of speakers, among them the homeless, women and gay people (even before they were officially accepted as clergy in the Episcopal Church). He invited in Roman Catholic priests, rabbis, imams and leaders of other faiths. Among the guest preachers were the Nobel laureates Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Elie Wiesel and the Dalai Lama.

The Blessing of the Animals on St. Francis Day was another innovation introduced by Dean Morton. Elephants, llamas as well as neighborhood dogs, cats and goldfish (in bowls) were brought in for the annual event. The elephants came from the Big Apple Circus, which, for a time, found its off-season home at the cathedral.

Philippe Petit, the French aerialist, was among the cathedral’s artists-in-residence. He performed on a wire high above the cathedral stone floor at its centennial and on other occasions.

Kusumita Pedersen, a scholar of religion who worked on interfaith programs with Dean Morton, said that social justice had remained at the core of everything he did. “He told me, ‘My conservative wealthy donors forgive me all the social justice programs if I give them the arts.’” For several years running he brought Leonard Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic to the cathedral on New Year’s Eve.

For some he sometimes pushed the envelope too far. In one incident, in 1984, his installation of a bronze figure of a crucified woman with bare breasts in the cathedral led to accusations of sacrilege from some quarters of the church.

But Bishop Moore backed up his dean, if cautiously. “I won’t say I agree with everything he has done, but I support him,” he said in a 1987 interview. “If I fettered him, this wouldn’t be the dynamic place that it is, although sometimes this dynamism gives us gray hairs.”

And while many in the church embraced Dean Morton’s introduction of the Blessing of the Animals, some rolled their eyes when he followed that up with a blessing for algae in 1988. A flask, labeled “anabaena flosaqua,” holding some 10 billion algae was carried into the cathedral along with a 14-foot-tall ginkgo tree, its roots wrapped in burlap.

Bishop Moore blessed them both.

James Parks Morton was born on Jan. 7, 1930, in Houston to Virginia May (Parks) Morton, a homemaker, and Vance M. Morton, who at one point served as director of theater arts at Brooklyn College. James attended Philips Exeter Academy in New Hampshire and Harvard College.

In 1950, when he was a college senior majoring in architecture, he heard a speech that changed his life. It was by Mr. Moore.

“He heard Paul tell the story about St. Martin giving his cloak to the poor,” his daughter Ms. Barton said. “For a time, my father turned the squash court in the basement of Eliot House into a chapel,” she added, referring to the Harvard student residence.

Along with Ms. Barton, Mr. Morton is survived by his wife of 65 years, Pamela Taylor Morton; two other daughters, Sophia and Maria Morton; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A fourth daughter, Hilary Morton Shontz, died in 2010.

Dean Morton received a  theology degree from Cambridge University and studied later at General Theological Seminary in New York. He was ordained in 1954. Before moving to the cathedral in 1972, he served as a priest in Jersey City and, for eight years, as the director of the Urban Training Center for Christian Mission in Chicago.

He stepped down as dean of the cathedral at the end of 1996 and immediately founded the Interfaith Center of New York, which promotes mutual understanding among religions. He was succeeded at the center by the Rev. Chloe Breyer.

The center presents the James Parks Morton Award annually; its recipients have included musicians like Mr. Winter, Philip Glass and Wynton Marsalis; religious leaders like the Dalai Lama and Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf; and writers like Bill Moyers and Nick Kristof. The award honors people who are “bold and courageous,” Ms. Breyer said in an interview.

“Jim thought big,” she said. “He did not do too many things on a small scale.”

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/07/nyregion/james-morton-dead.html