Through readings and musical interludes, essayist Richard Terrill and pianist Larry McDonough will explore the ways that our dependence on each other, and with elements of the physical world, defines our experience. The presentation explores three varieties of interdependence: between two people, between a person and the physical world, and among people in concert. Readings … Continue reading The World Has Need of You
Often people have jobs they need to do to make a living, while wanting to do something else. James Patrick Barone is a lawyer, but also is very active in politics as a national delegate of his party and in the theatre scene as an actor. You can make a living and still do what … Continue reading How One Can Make a Living and Still Do What You Love
Going Upstream: Using powerful and positive storytelling to build bridges, create common ground and inspire stewardship Background About Upstream: Discovering Your Upstream Story: Going Upstream: Andy Goldman-Gray is the Executive Director of Upstream. He’s spent his career in cause marketing helping to connect people with their passion for community service. He’s led campaigns that have … Continue reading Upstream Minnesota – Loving Where We Live
Please join us for our always-special intergenerational Pilgrim House holiday program, complete with group caroling, favorite holiday readings, seasonal music, a performance by the Pilgrim House Chorale, a special guest (possibly from the far north) with a story to read and a big red bag, favorite foods, and more. Contact Bill Rohde or Mel Aanerud … Continue reading Pilgrim House Holiday Celebration!
Kate Beahen, local actress and singer, who has performed locally and nationally is back to do a program of Broadway and Jazz songs for the Holiday season. She will be accompanied by her brother Bradley who has national and local credentials in performing and directing. Enjoy their music, memorable stage experiences.
Mary Rogers Associate Professor of Sustainable and Organic Horticulture – A horticultural entomologist, Mary’s research focuses on integrated pest management, plant‐insect interactions and biological and environmental strategies to manage invasive insect species and improve the production of vegetables and fruit for organic and local markets in the upper Midwest.
Stories from the Rez. At the Merging Waters/Pilgrim House Coffee House events, Pilgrim House member Mel Aanerud told one story about his time on the Rez. It was so well received; he was encouraged to do more. He only had the one, but with that encouragement, he remembered and wrote more stories of people and … Continue reading Stories from the Rez
Our PH Thanksgiving program is a not-to-be-missed time of celebration and community, bringing together Pilgrim House members and friends with special music, a performance by the Pilgrim House Chorale, seasonal readings, poetry … and more. If you or younger members of your family have a musical selection you’d like to share, please contact Bill Rohde … Continue reading Our Traditional Pilgrim House Thanksgiving Celebration
Rev Leslie Mills continues her series from last month. It can be argued that religious community is where we come together to figure out what it means to be human. What might this mean following the election? Drawing on both Eastern and Western philosophy, we will explore different concepts of what it means to be … Continue reading On Being Human Part 2 – Rev Leslie Mills
Do you know how many Minnesotans have received the Medal of Honor? Why they were awarded? Join author and photographer Doug Ohman, our friend and annual presenter, as he honors many of the brave Minnesotans who earned this highest military distinction. Hear some of the incredible stories from the Civil War to the Vietnam War. … Continue reading Medal of Honor
