For nearly 150 years, one congregation has worshipped behind stained glass windows, a distinguishable red door, and what locals know as Hokie stone. They’ve sat in the same pews and listened to a resplendent pipe organ. Since 1879, when the building was complete, the congregation of Christ Episcopal Church (which was established in 1858) has cherished both their local heritage and their spiritual roots.With the sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) of the groundbreaking of the church in September, the congregation has events …
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Humble. Having a modest estimate of one’s own importance. Resonant. Deep clear remembrance of an experience. Deep. Extending far down from the surface. Bright. Giving out or reflecting a lot of light; shining; intelligent and …
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Maybe they’re a bit like gravy. Or cheese. Or ranch dressing. When life hands you the flooring equivalent of meatloaf, replete with questionable bits and bumps, cover it with a rug! However, …
