Peace Lantern August 6 Holmes Lake

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Japanese Lantern Float Ceremony
Sunday, August 6th 2006 7:00 p.m.
Lincoln, NE USA

A revival of the Japanese Peace Lantern Float Ceremony will commemorate the 61st anniversary of the dropping of the first atomic bombs and lament the proliferation of nuclear weapons. The ceremony will also express a hope for the renewal of reverance for creation. Poetry, music, and the reading of William Sloane Coffin's appeal will precede the ceremonial lantern float at dusk.



Contact:
Marilyn Mecham
[e-mail]
402-476-3391

Sponsored By:
United Methodists Ministries of Lincoln Nebraskans for Peace United Nations Association Interchurch Ministries of Nebraska