Macchiatos and Reformed Identity

Posted by on Jul 18, 2014 in Uncategorized

If you ever want to make a barista squirm, walk into an independently-run café and order a “Macchiato”. You may notice some concern on the barista’s face as you’re asked whether you’re looking for a true Macchiato or a Caramel Macchiato. If you’re in an especially cruel mood, you could reply, “I asked for a […]

Reformed in Cincinnati: A new building for First Holland Reformed Church (1892)

Posted by on Jan 20, 2014 in Uncategorized

On Jan. 3, 1892, Cincinnati’s First Holland Reformed Church moved into its brand new building on 47 Mulberry St.  They were in need of a new facility due to a recent influx of immigrants from the Netherlands, who had to leave behind family, friends, and jobs due to religious persecution (i.e., the Doleantie).  This day […]