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Power of the Spirit – Successful Book Presentation in San Jose

May 22, 2013 By phpc13ad57 Leave a Comment

Portuguese Heritage Publications launched its newly released publication  Power of the Spirit – A Portuguese Journey of Building Faith and Churches in California, yesterday May 23, at the Portuguese Athletic Club in San Jose. The book which has been selected as a finalist of the XV International Latino Book Awards, by the Cervantes Institute in New York was available for sale and signing by the authors.

Following presentations by Editor and Co-author Joe Machado and writer-contributor Miguel Avila,  hors d’oeuvres and refreshments were served. to those in attendance.

Portuguese Heritage Publications of California, Inc. is a non-profit organization, created to research, preserve and disseminate vanishing memories and current relevant events about the Portuguese presence in California, for educational purposes.

For more information about Portuguese Heritage and its publications, please visit us at: www.PortugueseBooks.Org and LIKE US on Facebook at Portuguese Heritage Publications.

 

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Gilroy Community Welcomes “Power of the Spirit”

April 8, 2013 By phpc13ad57 Leave a Comment

Members of the Portuguese Heritage Publications of California, will be on hand during the IFEDS – Irmandade do Divino Espirito Santo (Gilroy) Holy Ghost Festa, on May 4th and 5th. They will answer questions about the recently released book: Power of the Spirit – A Portuguese Journey of Building Faith and Churches in California.

It took over 4 years to compile the history of the many churches the Portuguese built throughout California, from Immaculate Conception in Hawkinsville, to Saint Agnes, in San Diego,  as well as the many churches in which they played a major role in its construction and parish leadership. The Power of the Spirit project involved 3 authors and over 30 volunteer researchers and contributors.

In addition to the history of these 40 churches spread throughout California, the book includes short biographies of over 110 members of the Portuguese-American clergy who guided the spiritual lives of our communities for the last 150 years.

This is a book that you will forever be proud to own and gladly share with your family and friends, for it encapsulates 150 years of the history of our forefathers’  “Powerful Spirit” –  A wonderful Mother’s Day gift!

For more information about Portuguese Heritage Publications of California and more details about the book Power of the Spirit, please visit: www.PortugueseBooks.Org, and “Like Us” on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PortugueseHeritagePublications

Portuguese Heritage Publications of California, Inc. is a non-profit organization, created to research, preserve and disseminate vanishing memories and current relevant events about the Portuguese presence in California, for educational purposes.

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Power of the Spirit Book Presentation in Santa Clara

February 27, 2013 By phpc13ad57 Leave a Comment

The book Power of the Spirit – A Portuguese Journey of Building Churches and Faith in California, was introduced to the community of Santa Clara, during Sunday March 3rd. 10:30 am mass, at St. Clare’s church.

St. Clare’s church is prominently featured in the book thanks to the excellent research and writing skills of Elizabeth Viano Bettencourt and Joao Arruda, for which we are thankful.

Henrique Dinis, representing Portuguese Heritage Publications of California, was on hand to present the book. St. Clare parishioners had opportunity to review the book after mass and many purchased it.

Portuguese Heritage Publications of California, Inc. is a non-profit organization, created to research, preserve and disseminate vanishing memories and current relevant events about the Portuguese presence in California, for educational purposes.

For additional information about Power of the Spirit and PHPC please visit: www.PortueseBooks.Org

 

 

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Power of the Spirit in Sacramento

January 19, 2013 By phpc13ad57 Leave a Comment

The book Power of the Spirit – A Portuguese Journey of Building Churches and Faith in California, was presented to the Portuguese Community of St. Elizabeth Church in Sacramento on Sunday, January 20, 2013 after the 9 am and 10:30 am masses.

Power of the SpiritThanks to the initiative and teamwork of members of the Portuguese Historical and Cultural Society, led by Marilia Wiget and Dolores Greenslate,  Power of the Spirit was introduced to the local community and affectionately received by all. Following the masses, parishioners had the opportunity to purchase the book which was available for sale at the churche’s hall.

Henrique Dinis, representing Portuguese Heritage Publications of California, was on hand to present the book and assist with sales. Judging by the number of books sold, the event was a success.

Portuguese Heritage Publications of California, Inc. is a non-profit organization, created to research, preserve and disseminate vanishing memories and current relevant events about the Portuguese presence in California, for educational purposes.

For additional information about Power of the Spirit and PHPC visit: www.PortueseBooks.Org

 

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