'Unity In Diversity' Programs Preview

By SHANNON HICKS

Published: Sep 10, 2010 12:00 am

âUnity In Diversityâ Programs Preview

Unity In Diversity, a cable television program that provides an education in learning about oneâs neighbors, especially through a clearer understanding of their religious heritage, spiritual values, and everyday life, airs each Monday at noon and Wednesday at 5:30 pm on Charter Communications channel 21.

The program scheduled to air on September 15 and 17 will be âA Hindu Perspective on Belief,â with special guest Mahendras Asher. Subsequent programs and their guests include: September 20 and 22, The Reverend Terry Pfeiffer, former pastor of Newtown United Methodist Church, on âThe Methodist Traditionâ; September 27 and 29, The Reverend Ann Beams, Pastor, Valley Presbyterian Church, Brookfield; October 4 and 6, Deacon Richard Kovacs, of Danbury; October 11 and 13, The Reverend Ivan Pitts, Pastor, New Hope Baptist Church, Danbury; and October 18 and 20, The Reverend David Berthiaume, The Seventh Day Adventist Church, Bethel.

The program producer and host is the Reverend Leo McIlrath of Sandy Hook, coordinator of Corpus Christi: An Ecumenical Catholic Faith Community. Comments and suggestions are welcome and can be sent to LionOfJudah56@hotmail.com.

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Snapshot: Andy Ashla

The voters certainly spoke — and I respect the outcome — but let’s not forget that a “majority” doesn’t mean everyone agreed. Many of us are deeply concerned about the rising cost of living here. Supporting schools and services is important, but so is ensuring that residents can afford to stay in the town they love. We all want Newtown to be a great place to live, but lately, it’s starting to feel less like “Nicer in Newtown” and more like “More Expensive in Newtown.” That’s not sustainable, and it’s not a criticism of the town itself — it’s a call for responsible budgeting and long-term planning that doesn’t rely on tax increases year after year. I hope future decisions will reflect not just the desire to maintain services, but also the need to ease the financial burden on residents.

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I appreciate the passion behind this message, and I absolutely understand the desire to invest in our town. That said, I voted no — not because I don't care about Newtown, but because I do. Fiscal responsibility is not about ignoring problems, it’s about making sure we address them in a sustainable and transparent way. It’s frustrating to feel like every year there’s a new “urgent” reason to raise taxes, with little serious effort to curb spending or prioritize needs. I worry this just sets the stage for another round of increases next year. That doesn't mean I’m against education, safety, or our town’s future — it means I believe in accountability and in asking tough questions about how our money is managed. Voting no wasn't a rejection of Newtown — it was a call for more thoughtful, balanced leadership. I hope future conversations can include all perspectives, not just those willing to write a bigger check.

The voters spoke, loud and clear that they support our schools and municipal services. The majority vote was a mandate to keep delivering well rated education services and keep it" Nicer in Newtown."

Great effort by the those who attended to shine a light on the attacks on Democracy. Thanks for the article so all can understand whats happening.

Hundreds Attend ‘Rock This Democracy’ Rally

Thank you LeReine, for speaking out about this. The list of public servants who are unfairly targeted for abuse just for doing their jobs has been growing. It is a testament to the power of propaganda that otherwise good and well-meaning people can get so emotional as to act out in this way.

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