Church – Sweet Words from Maine

Of Central Importance

There was a time when “Houses of God” occupied a central place and role in New England villages. For example, the Congregational Church in Machias is a lovely, historic building situated prominently on “Center Street.” Today many, beautiful, old church structures still stand, but attendance testifies to their dwindling influence. Some are now defunct andContinue reading “Of Central Importance”

A World of Symbols

Our world is filled with signs and objects which stand for attributes, concepts, or abstract ideas. Wedding rings remind us of love and commitment; product brands speak to us of style or quality. Emblems identify organization; Oscars and Emmys and academic cords connote excellence. Portraits, statues, and photographs depict historical events and thus help usContinue reading “A World of Symbols”