Tonight in Schuyler

After a long day of driving, Charles arrived at St. Benedict's Center in Schuyler, Nebraska. We have been there several times over the years; Charles is there for the 5-day Academy for Spiritual Formation event which starts Sunday evening.

On the road again

Near Blue Earth, Minnesota

Brandon, SD

Osmond UMC

Osmond UMC parsonage

Charles ventured away from Albert Lea today, bound for Schuyler, Nebraska and the 5-day Academy for Spiritual Formation (which starts Sunday).

Along the way across southern Minnesota, he spotted an interesting historical marker (where I-90 was completed), played nine holes at Hidden Valley Golf Course (Brandon, SD), and after meandering across northeast Nebraska, he paid a brief visit to Osmond, Nebraska (site of his first parish).

For a good cause

Charles spent time this evening with the Board of Directors of the Albert Lea Art Center at a fundraiser for the center. Held at the Moose Lodge, the "Burger Baskets" were a big hit with 156 tickets sold!

Civic involvement in Albert Lea

From the Albert Lea Tribune:

"After a tornado warning led them to shelter on the lower level of City Hall for a time, the Albert Lea City Council on Monday ...

Approved the appointment of seven people to the Human Rights Commission. The commission had stopped meeting during the pandemic, but based on requests from several residents was revived.  Rigg said the city received applications from 14 well-qualified residents. 

The seven chosen were the following, Cesar Victorino, one year; Peggy Olson, one year; Jeremy Corey-Gruenes, two years; Angie Hanson; two years; Irasema Hernandez, four years; Aruna Evenson, four years; Rev. Dr. Charles Alkula, four years.  The commission will focus on local issues and operate as nonpartisan."

A nice touch in the backyard

We had taken lilies to the Thorne Crest chapel last week, and today, Charles planted them in front of our backyard shed. Hopefully they will thrive for a long time!

Almost ready

We have been doing a lot of work in the basement, getting ready for the installation of the sump pump next week. Today, Charles took the last of the wood shelving to the transfer station!

 

Wesley's days

Wesley does a great job keeping the house humming as he goes about his daily tasks as our professional house cat!