It is a month full of opportunity to highlight those unique experiences that we as Hispanics/Latino Americans have experienced, an opportunity to recognize our history, our path and our achievements. Through these celebrations, we can help inspire the next generations to extend the heritage that makes us unique.
On Palm Sunday, Christ Church Episcopal in Norcross held its first bilingual Palm Sunday service. For The Rev. Irma (Mimi) Guerra the day marked an important milestone.
NUESTRA HERENCIA HISPANA Recordemos un poco de los comienzos de esta fecha memorable que empezó por celebrarse solamente como un festejo en 1968 y solo por una semana considerando las siguientes fechas: el 15 de septiembre, fecha en la que se celebra la independencia de Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras y Nicaragua– y 16 de septiembre y el 18 de septiembre –fechas en que México y Chile celebran su independencia. Después en 1974 se emitió un llamado para estimular esta semana a las entidades educativas para llevar a cabo actividades apropiadas a esta fecha; veinte años más tarde...
The Rev. Irma (Mimi) Guerra has been appointed by Bishop Rob Wright as Hispanic Missioner for the Diocese of Atlanta. As Hispanic Missioner, Rev. Guerra will coordinate all Hispanic ministries in the Diocese. She succeeds The Rev. Canon Isaías A. Rodríguez, who will continue serving the Hispanic congregation at Iglesia de Santa María in East Point. Canon Rodriguez said Guerra is an excellent choice to be taking over the work he has led since 1998. “Mimi brings a lot of talents. Lots of energy, openness to all. Being accepted by everybody. I am sure she will do a good job, although there...
The original 4-Part Series, "Acorns to Trees with St. B's," is an opportunity for St. Benedict's Episcopal School (STBS) to introduce Spanish to families of early learners in the broader community using music, song, and interactive lessons. Initial Lessons will range from numbers, weather, and time of day to the days of the week. Hosted by St. Benedict's Native-Speaking Spanish Teacher Marta Caamano (Señora Marta), families will explore new fun and simple topics each week. Weekly worksheet activities will accompany each lesson. After each show's initial airing, parents can go back and replay...
