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A Year of Fulfilled Promises: Embracing 2025
Embracing Dreams and Fulfillment in the New Year As the final days of 2024 draw to a close, the town of Metlakatla pauses to reflect on the blessings and challenges of the past year. It has been a year of growth, learning, and unexpected joys. Now, with hearts full of gratitude, the community looks forward…
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Reflecting on the Movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life”
Like millions of others, I’ve watched the classic film, It’s a Wonderful Life numerous times and I see why many would say it’s the best film ever. It offers a sense of redemption and hope and love and the magic of Christmas. If we allow ourselves to remain at the surface level, we can walk away feeling…
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Embracing 2025: A Year of Fulfilled Promise
Realizing Dreams and Uniting Metlakatla in 2025 As the final days of 2024 slipped away, the people of Metlakatla felt a stirring in their hearts. The past year had been filled with challenges, but also moments of growth and self-discovery. It was as if the seeds of talents and abilities planted within each person many…
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Rising Hope in Metlakatla: A Story of Change
A Community’s Journey from Struggle to Strength Through Hope and Unity In the heart of Metlakatla, Alaska, where the land meets the sea, there was a quiet stir. It wasn’t loud or forceful, but something powerful was happening beneath the surface. It was hope, flickering like the first light of dawn on a dark winter…
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Title: “Reviving WDMC: A Beacon of Hope
Restoring the Heart of Metlakatla Through Community Effort (Alot of what is written next is what I see will happen, it is the HOPE that I have in my heart for the WDMC and our Community) The WDMC building holds a piece of history that resonates with the people of Metlakatla. Despite its current state,…
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Echoes of Metlakatla: Reviving the Spirit of a Community
Back to the Heart: Rebuilding Metlakatla’s Legacy Those memories of Guthrie’s Store, Ben & Mary’s Store, Gilmartin’s Store, Ace Hardware, Chief’s Inn, the movie theatre-turned-arcade, and the garage for tire work and oil changes paint such a vivid picture of a bustling, vibrant community. It’s incredible to think about all the interactions, the stories, and…
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Reclaiming Our Legacy: A Call to Action for Metlakatla
A New Vision for Metlakatla: From Survival to Prosperity I come from the remarkable community of Metlakatla, Alaska. Over 100 years ago, our people migrated from Old Metlakatla, Canada, to Annette Island to develop a new community. It was an incredible accomplishment. Father Duncan had a vision, and our forefathers adopted that vision, creating a…
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The Flying Theologian: A Journey of Faith and Flight
Soaring with Purpose: My Journey as The Flying Theologian Back in the 80s, I embarked on an adventure that would shape the rest of my life. I became a commercial seaplane pilot, soaring over the stunning landscapes of Alaska. Those early years in aviation were thrilling, but deep down, I felt a calling to do…
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Finding Balance: The Importance of Taking Breaks
Embracing Change: Finding Balance in a Busy World If you’re anything like me, the thought of not doing anything is slightly daunting. I’m always on the go; I love learning, I love creating, and I love being busy with projects. Sticking to the same routine is, arguably, pretty routine for me! For the most part,…
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The State of the William Duncan Memorial Church
Restoring Heritage: From Heartbreak to Hope As I stepped into the William Duncan Memorial Church, my heart broke. The once proud and beautiful building, an emblem of our community’s heritage, now stands tired, run-down, and alone. The condition of the exterior and interior is heartbreaking, and I will be sharing photos on my Facebook page…
Notes from Alex 