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2025: A Year of Promise, Growth, and Unity
Embracing the Future with Hope and Unity In the dawn of 2025, a fresh start beckons to a world eager for renewal. The echoes of past challenges fade into the background, giving way to the promise of a brighter tomorrow. The air is filled with an almost tangible sense of anticipation, as people from all…
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Navigating Uncertainty: The Psychological Impact of the 2020 Pandemic on Students
“Resilience and Hope Amidst the Chaos” Once upon a time, in the not-so-distant year of 2020, the world found itself battling an invisible foe. This unseen enemy, known as the coronavirus, brought life as we knew it to a standstill. Streets once bustling with activity became eerily quiet, schools and offices emptied out, and people…
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The Restoration of the William Duncan Memorial Church
Breathing New Life into Heritage: The Journey of Rebuilding the William Duncan Memorial Church In July of 2023, I found myself back in my hometown of Metlakatla, Alaska, surrounded by the familiar faces of my family and the comforting embrace of memories. Yet, amidst the warmth of homecoming, I encountered a disheartening sight: the William…
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Metlakatla: A Life of Beauty and Struggle
Finding Community in a Remote Paradise The ferry’s horn echoed through the harbor, a familiar sound that always stirred a mix of anticipation and dread in Elara. Anticipation for the rare chance to escape the confines of Metlakatla, a tiny island village nestled in the Alaskan archipelago. Dread for the exorbitant ferry fees that would…
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A Summer Morning in 1990
Witnessing Nature’s Wonders from the Skies of Alaska In the summer of 1990, I found myself soaring the Alaskan skies with Temsco Airlines, a journey that seemed more like a dream than a job. Stationed in Ketchikan, Alaska, I often had the privilege of keeping a plane in Metlakatla. One early morning, a mission beckoned—a…
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Happy New Year Everyone!
May this year be filled with joy, new opportunities, and endless moments of happiness. Let’s embrace the fresh beginnings and make the most of every moment! Cheers to health, success, and all the wonderful adventures that await us in 2025!
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WDMC – Metlakatla Community Newsletter December 2024
Reflecting on the Past, Embracing the Future As 2024 comes to a close, we take a moment to reflect on the promises fulfilled over the past year. It has been a year of learning, growth, healing, and unity for our community. We’ve come together as a tribe, as a people, strengthening our bonds and embracing…
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Guided by Grace: William Duncan and the Creation of a Christian Community
From England to Metlakatla: A Mission of Love and Learning William Duncan was an English-born Anglican missionary who made a significant impact on the Tsimshian people of British Columbia and Alaska. Born on April 3, 1832, in Yorkshire, England, Duncan joined the Church Missionary Society (CMS) in 1854 and was sent to the North Pacific…
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Echoes of Middle-earth: Lessons from The Return of the King
Timeless Wisdom from Tolkien’s Masterpiece: Small Acts, Great Courage, and Enduring Hope J.R.R. Tolkien’s works, especially “The Return of the King,” indeed resonate deeply. The essence of his storytelling lies in the way he weaves together grand epic tales with relatable, human emotions and struggles. Here’s a thought inspired by Tolkien’s world: In Tolkien’s universe,…
Notes from Alex 