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Building community? Get in line

The vice of greed is more than wanting more presents, even budging the lunch line is greed Every year you read the story. That one about the true meaning of Christmas, and how it's not about getting, it's about giving. This year, The Talon will give you a break from...

An Examination of Sins and Virtues: Gluttony

Considering the bonds between body, spirit and mind "You just think that because you're a bleeding heart Minnesota liberal," my aunt accuses. "Maybe I am," my dad declares loudly, "but that doesn't mean I'm wrong. Please pass the turkey." I sigh. Just a normal...

An Examination of Sins and Virtues: Temperance

Controlling indulgence over smallĀ things can open the door to larger growth, freedom This continues a seven-part reflection on the Virtues and Vices. Temperance, or self-restraint, is the control that people have over themselves when they resist eating another...

An Examination of Sins and Virtues: Justice

"He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God," Micah 6:8. What does it mean to act justly? Justice itself means to "do the right thing" - things are seen the way...
Orthodox Christmas

Orthodox Christmas

Does the Orthodox Church celebrate Christmas the same way as you do? The priest chants loudly as he rings the bells....

MA chapels

MA chapels

Minnehaha’s chapel interns have the freedom to create meaningful experiences for students each week, but it takes creativity to make it happen.