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Our Highlights in February
Nite to Shine
Night to Shine celebrated its 10th anniversary with a Gala for young people with special needs. This special event started with Tim Tebow. Parents, high school students who acted as buddies, and lot of volunteers made the night very special for everyone. Click here for more photos.


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The Prophetic Necessity of Beauty
We and some friends, who were members of a former small group, enjoyed being together for lunch on Valentine’s Day. Before Covid, we met every other week to discuss a spiritual book.


Connecticut, February 2026













Snow
The day before Ash Wednesday is known as Shrove Tuesday or Mardi Gras and is also called Pancake Tuesday in Great Britan. The tradition of making pancakes goes back to at least the 15th century as a time to use up eggs and butter before fasting during Lent. John made cornmeal pancakes which he remembers having in his youth.


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Norman Rockwell's Studio
Twenty women of St. John Church gathered at the Convent of St Birgitta in Darien, Connecticut for a Lenten Retreat. It was a beautiful day in a beautiful place for everyone to reflect on what is happening in their lives - and in the world. Click here for more photos.


Connecticut, February 2026