8 Low-Sugar Snacks at Target Nutritionists Love

Sugar is continually a hot topic in the media, with many influencers calling it “toxic” while pushing keto/low-carb diets. According to the American Heart Association, “diets high in added sugars have been connected to heart risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and unhealthy cholesterol levels.” However, it’s not necessary to avoid all sugar, the key is understanding how much is too much and how to include modest amounts within the context of an overall balanced diet.

The American Heart Association recommends limiting added sugars to 24 grams (6 teaspoons) for children, teens, and women, and 36 grams (9 teaspoons) for men per day. It’s easy to reach these totals quickly if you’re not paying attention, especially from foods that don’t “seem sweet” like dressings, marinades, sauces, crackers, and bread.

Technically, the FDA does not have a definition for low-sugar snacks. To be labeled “sugar-free”, the product must have less than 0.5 grams of sugar per serving, and a “reduced sugar” food must contain 25% less sugar than the reference amount customarily consumed, which could still be very high in sugar… just less than before. Since there is no legal or official definition of a low-sugar snack, I usually recommend keeping added sugars per serving to 6 grams or less, though there is wiggle room depending on your own overall dietary needs.

As a registered dietitian, I’m frequently asked for snack ideas that are delicious and low in sugar. I’ve put together a list of low-sugar snacks at Targetto help you and your family stock your fridge and pantry with tasty goodies to enjoy whether you are at home or on the go.

1. Two Good Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt is a fabulous snack due to the high protein content and gut-healthy probiotics but choose wisely since the sugar content can vary significantly. Two Good Greek Yogurt has zero grams of added sugar and only 2 grams of naturally occurring sugar per 5.3-ounce cup, with no artificial sweeteners or colors. My favorite is the Good Save Meyer Lemon flavor because it’s made with real lemon puree from verified rescued fruit to help minimize food waste. Win-win.

Buy now: Two Good Greek Yogurt

2. Good Culture Cottage Cheese

Cottage cheese is having a moment and I couldn’t be happier; it’s been a staple food for my family since I was a child. Thanks to Good Culture, this protein-packed, no-added-sugar cottage cheese is available in a single-serving container to grab as a quick snack, with the bonus of 19 grams of protein and live and active cultures for your gut health. Add fresh or dried fruit, low-sugar whole-grain cereal, or nuts for a fabulous combo of protein and fiber. The Good Culture Simply Pineapple is a great option if you want your fruit and cottage cheese in one product with 3 grams of total sugar, zero added.

Buy now: Good Culture Cottage Cheese

3. Good and Gather Sweet and Spicy Chunk Light Tuna

This sustainably caught, affordable tuna pouch is ready to eat with only a fork. This flavorful snack packs 14 grams of protein for 4 grams of added sugar and since most of us miss the mark on the recommended amount of seafood per week, it’s an easy way to increase our intake of heart-healthy EPA/DHA omega-3 fatty acids with 140 milligrams per serving.

Buy now: Good and Gather Sweet and Spicy Chunk Light Tuna

4. Clif Thins White Chocolate Macadamia Nut

Many granola and protein bars resemble candy bars when looking at nutrition facts. Clif Thins are delightfully crunchy and light tasting with 100 calories and 5 grams of added sugar per two-bar pack. The white chocolate macadamia flavor is a fun departure from everything chocolate chip and it’s a great non-perishable snack for the whole family.

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5. Seapoint Farms Dry Roasted Edamame

“Dry roasted edamame is a great savory, crunchy snack option,” says Maxine Yeung, dietitian and owner of The Wellness Whisk, LLC. She shares that “one serving offers 20 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber, which is hard to come by in a quick snack. They also offer a good amount of iron, potassium, and heart-healthy fats. I love throwing these packs into my bag for an easy, on-the-go option.”

With only two ingredients, soybeans and sea salt, these no added sugar single serving packets are great alone or sprinkle with a teaspoon of mini chocolate chips for a sweet and savory bite.

Buy now: Seapoint Farms Dry Roasted Edamame

6. Tillamook Zero Sugar Original Beef Jerky

“Beef jerky can sometimes be a sneaky source of sugar,” says Jamie Nadeau, RD. This zero-sugar beef jerky is made with beef and spices and has 14 grams of protein and 0 grams of carbs and sugar per serving. Plus, it contains gluten-free soy sauce for those who avoid gluten in their diet. Maya Oueichek, MBA, RDN also recommends beef jerky as a low-sugar snack from Target. Her choice is Chomps Original Beef Sticks with 9 grams of protein and 0 grams of sugar per serving. Oueichek says, “They are budget-friendly and available in many flavors. I also appreciate that they’re shelf-stable and can be easily packed away for school or work.”

Buy now: Tillamook Zero Sugar Original Beef Jerky

7. Good and Gather Almonds, Cashews, and Peanuts Variety Pack 

Nuts are naturally low in sugar, and provide a balance of healthy fats, dietary fiber, and protein to help manage hunger and sustain energy — the hallmarks of a great snack says Alissa Palladino, MS, RDN, LD, CPT. “I typically recommend purchasing nuts in single-serve packages for on-the-go convenience and built-in portion control,” she says.

Alyssa Pacheco, RD loves Good & Gather Everything Seasoned Cashews because “they’re not only delicious, but they’re a lower carb snack with only 9 grams of carbs and 1 gram of added sugar. These cashew snacks are packed with healthy fats and 5 grams of plant-based protein to keep you feeling satisfied.”

Target offers a variety of nuts in individual pouches, with 4 to 7 grams of carbs and 1 gram of sugar per 150-calorie serving, so pick your favorite!

Buy now: Good and Gather Almonds, Cashews and Peanuts Variety Pack 

8. SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Cocoa Almonds

If you’re craving a low-sugar snack at Target that’s on the sweet side, these dark chocolate cocoa almonds fit the bill with 3 grams of added sugar! Nicole Ibarra loves these because “it’s a great sweet snack that’s low on sugar and helps to stabilize blood sugars better with the protein and fiber content.”

With 5 grams of fiber equaling 20% of the Daily Value for women, it’s a great way to bridge the gap towards fiber goals as well.

Buy now: SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Cocoa Almonds

Read next: The Best Healthy Snacks to Buy at Target, According to Dietitians

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International community calls for release of El Salvador antimining activists

  • Calls from the international community are growing for the release of five environmental activists fighting water pollution and mining in El Salvador who were arrested in January.
  • A lack of evidence behind the allegation that they were involved in a civil war-era kidnapping and murder has raised questions from U.S. officials and the U.N. about the legitimacy of the charges.
  • A group of 17 U.S. members of Congress is the latest to call for their release and a closer look at the steps the government is taking to renew a defunct mining sector.
  • The five “water defenders” say there’s insufficient evidence in the case and that they’re protected from prosecution by a post-war reconciliation law.

The arrest of five environmental activists fighting water pollution and mining in El Salvador is drawing international criticism following questionable developments in court proceedings that suggest the case against them is politically motivated.

The activists were arrested in January in connection to an alleged 1989 kidnapping and murder during the country’s civil war. But a lack of evidence in the case has led to calls for their release and a closer look at the steps the government is taking to renew a defunct mining sector.

“We are concerned these arrests are politically motivated and intended to silence the overwhelming opposition to mining in the country. We also have concerns that these men have been denied their basic right to due process,” 17 U.S. members of Congress said in a letter earlier this month.

Known locally as “water defenders,” the five men helped lead a campaign to ban metals mining in 2017 and protect El Salvador’s primary source of clean water, the Lempa River Basin. The countrywide ban was the first of its kind anywhere in the world and was celebrated as a landmark step for environmental policy.

But in recent years, President Nayib Bukele’s government has taken some steps that suggest it’s reconsidering its position on mining. It created a government agency to regulate the energy and mining industries and joined an intergovernmental forum that helps “advance best practices” for the mining sector.

The area licensed to mining companies before the ban was purchased last year by a company called Agricola San José, which couldn’t be reached for comment for this article. Although documents show the company has plans to develop an agricultural and cattle-ranching business, the area is classified in El Salvador’s least arable category, raising concerns among environmentalists that there might be other plans for the land.

“We denounce the continued detention of the five leaders from Santa Marta as a wanton attempt to intimidate the water defenders of El Salvador,” said Jan Morrill, tailings campaign manager at Earthworks, an antimining organization. “This brazen action exposes the Salvadoran government’s desire to overturn the country’s historic mining ban, a ban supported by the overwhelming majority of Salvadorans.”

The five defenders — Miguel Ángel Gámez, Alejandro Laínez García, Pedro Antonio Rivas Laínez, Antonio Pacheco and Saúl Agustín Rivas Ortega — were members of the FMLN resistant group, which fought against the government during the civil war. They say they’re protected under the National Reconciliation Law of 1992, which pardons FMLN members for any political crimes committed during that period, most notably when it concerns fewer than 20 people.

In June, a judge denied a petition to annul the case based on the 1992 law, a decision that the water defenders are currently appealing.

“The principle of an impartial, objective judge doesn’t exist,” said Denis Muñoz, the water defenders’ attorney. “That’s where the situation gets complicated — because the justice system is being manipulated.”

The defenders also say the evidence against them is extremely scarce. Without a body, the prosecution is relying almost entirely on an anonymous eyewitness account, Muñoz told Mongabay. Any other details have been closed off from the public.

Last month, the prosecutor’s office carried out an “exhumation process” at the alleged murder site but didn’t come away with anything concrete, according to someone close to the case who asked to remain anonymous due to the sensitivity of the matter.

“El Salvador recognizes that it still has many challenges ahead in the transitional justice process,” the Salvadoran government said in a May response to U.N. criticism of the arrests. “However, the current government vindicates its commitment to restorative justice for the victims and faces the obstacles with an active commitment to protect and strengthen human rights.”

Four of the water defenders are currently in the Apanteos prison in Santa Ana department, notorious for its small cell sizes and gang violence. The other water defender, Saúl Agustín Rivas Ortega, is being held in a medium-security prison lacking proper health protocols, Muñoz said, a potential human rights concern because he likely won’t receive proper treatment if there are complications with his diabetes and high blood pressure.

“Several people arrested by the regime have died in that place,” Muñoz said, “so I worry about his life and health.”

Banner image: Antimining signs held by protests in El Salvador. Photo courtesy of Ades/Facebook.

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Dish: caribbean pineapple pie

Caribbean Pineapple Pie
6 mugs cut-up fresh pineapple (concerning 2 tool).
1 mug granulated sugar.
2 tbsps rum.
Bread.
1/2 mug granulated sugar.
1/2 mug all-purpose flour.
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon.
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg.
1 tbsp butter or margarine.
8 ounces lotion cheese, softened.

Area pineapple in huge glass or plastic dish. Mix in 1 mug sugar and also the rum. Cover and also cool a minimum of 4 hrs.

Roll 1 round 2 inches bigger than upside down 9-inch pie plate, with floured stockinet-covered rolling pin. Fold bread right into quarters; relieve and also unravel right into plate, pushing versus base as well as side.

Drain pipes pineapple, scheduling fluid. Spoon pineapple right into pastry-lined pie plate. Put over pineapple.

Roll various other round of bread; cut circle right into 1/2-inch strips. Proceed weaving latticework, folding back alternative strips each time cross-strip is included. Cover side with 3-inch strip of light weight aluminum foil to protect against too much browning; get rid of aluminum foil throughout last 15 mins of cooking.

Slowly defeat 1/4 mug plus 2 tbsps booked pineapple fluid right into lotion cheese up until velvety as well as smooth. Offer with pie.

Bread.
2 mugs all-round flour.
1 tsp salt.
2/3 mug plus 2 tbsps reducing.
4 to 5 tbsps chilly water.

Mix flour as well as salt; cut in reducing till fragments are dimension of tiny peas. Spray in water, 1 tbsp at once, throwing with fork till all flour is dampened and also bread virtually cleans up side of dish, including 1 to 2 tsps water if needed.

Area pineapple in huge glass or plastic dish. Mix in 1 mug sugar as well as the rum. Drain pipes pineapple, booking fluid. Spoon pineapple right into pastry-lined pie plate. Put over pineapple.

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“Punch-Out at Polar Park” results from Worcester, MA | FightBook MMA

(pictures by Emily Harney / Fightography)

WORCESTER, Mass. – History was made last night at Polar Park, the home of the Boston Red Sox Triple-A affiliate Worcester Red Sox (WooSox), which hosted its first boxing event, “Punch-Out at Polar Park,” under the stars at its award-winning minor league ballpark.

The “Punch-Out at Polar Park” Pro Am card was presented by Shearns Boxing Promotions (SBP) in conjunction with Kendrick Ball’s Camp Get Right.

“It certainly took a lot of hard work from a lot of good people, including my partner (Kendrick Ball, Sr.) and my family,” SBP president Chuck Shearns said. “It was a historical event and I hope everybody had a good time.”

(L) – Kendrick Ball, Jr. pitched a shutout at the venue that he helped build as a union construction worker

Hometown hero Kendrick “Peppa” Ball, Jr. (21-1-3, 12 KOs) sent the fans home happy, pitching a shutout in the main event versus Oscar “Moustro” Riojas (28-17-3, 16 KOs), winning by scores of 80-72 three times.

Ball had in a workmanlike strategy, out-boxing his Mexican opponent, and then breaking him down in the final two rounds. Riojas proved to be a crafty southpaw with invaluable experience having fought world champion Carlos Gongara, Irish Olympian Joseph Ward, and top contender Diego Pacheco.

“Leading up to the fight, that (fighting at home in the first boxing event at Polar Park) wasn’t my focus,” Ball, Jr. commented after the fight. “Now, it means a lot to me for me to accomplish what I wanted to and have my fans watch. I made some new fans, too.

“My opponent was getting tired (in the last 2 rounds), He’s very tough, I couldn’t get him out. He’s a lefty and I kept stepping on his foot.”

Quintin Sumpter (L) and Sean Bey (R)

In the co-featured event, heavyweight “Don’t Play” Sean Bey (8-0, 7 KOs) kept his undefeated record intact, albeit under controversial scoring against Quintin Sumpter (6-2, 4 KOs). In the fourth round, Sumpter lulled Bey in and caught him with a left-right combination that decked Bey for the first time in his pro career. Bey was penalized a point in the fifth round for pushing Sumpter.

A cancer survivor, Bey had never fought more than two rounds and Sumpter was more than happy to take his opponent into deep water. When the decision was announced after eight rounds, Bey was awarded a majority decision, which drew a chorus of boos from the non-partisan fans.

Brockton lightweight “King” Kevin Walsh (10-0, 4 KOs) improved to 10-0 with a hard fought six-round unanimous decision victory over Philip Davis (3-6-2, 0 KOs), who fights out of Worcester. The pace picked up dramatically in the second half of the fight and at times it looked like each fighter was on the edge of registering a knockout. Neither fighter went down on the canvas, though, and their aggressiveness had fans roaring down the stretch.

Norton police officer Melanie “Pitbull” Costa (2-0, 1 KO, a North (MA) police officer, stole the show in the Fight of the Night with her scintillating, non-stop performance against Brazilian super bantamweight Kalindra Walkiria De Carvalho Faria (1-1, 0 KOs), a standout mixed martial arts fighter. The much shorter Costa, who was a four-time National Golden Gloves champion as an amateur, fought inside effectively from start to finish, throwing punches in bunches, much to the delight of the aroused crowd.

Junior middleweight Josniel “TG” Castro (10-1, 8 KOs), a promising prospect from Boca Raton (FL), bounced back convincingly from his first loss as a pro this past January, blasting out Jorge “Tomatito” Martin (13-12-1, KOs) with a powerful right hook early in the third round.

Worcester police officer Neal Sullivan (1-0-1) had the hometown fans on their collective feet with a brutal knockout of light heavyweight Michael Medeiros (0-5) at the 54-seconds mark of round two.

Pro-debuting junior welterweight Tevin “The Hitman” Regis stopped journeyman Joshua Zimmerman (0-11) midway through the opening round.

In the opening bout of the evening, James Maner (4-0, 3 KOs), 2019 New England Golden Gloves Champion, remained undefeated, defeated veteran cruiserweight Saul “The Spider” Almedia (1-18-4 (1 KO) by way of a dominant four-round unanimous decision, winning each round on all three judges’ scorecards for a shutout.

The pro card followed three amateur matches in the inaugural Carlos Garcia Tournament. Garcia, who is inducted in the National Golden Gloves Hall of Fame, was honored (see the picture below) during the event for his 40 years of service heading the boxing program at the Worcester Boys and Girls Club.

“The Godfather of Worcester Boxing,” Carlos Carcia (second from the left)

Complete results below:

PRO RESULTS:

MAIN EVENT – LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHTS

Kendrick Ball, Jr. (21-1-3, 12 KOs), Worcester, MA

WDEC8 (80-72, 80-72, 80-72)

Oscar Riojas (28-17-3, 16 KOs), Monterrey, Nuevo León, México

CO-FEATURE – HEAVYWEIGHTS

Sean Bey (8-0, 7 KOs), Stoughton, MA by way of Providence, RI

WDEC (76-74, 76-74, 75-75)

Quintin Sumpter (6-2, 4 KOs), Pittsfield, MA

WDEC4 (40-46, 40-36, 40-36)

Saul Almeida (1-18-4, 1 KO), Framingham, MA

LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHTS (4)

Neal Sullivan (1-0-1), Worcester, MA

WTKO2 (0::54)

Michael Medeiros (0-5), Nahant, MA by way of Brazil

JUNIOR MIDDLEWEIGHTS

Josniel Castro (10-1, 8 KOs), Boca Raton, FL by way of Puerto Rico

WTKO3 (:43)

Jorge Martin Garcia (13-12-1, 3 KOs), General Lavalle, Buenos Aires, Argentina

JUNIOR WELTERWEIGHTS

Tevin Regis (1-0, 1 KO), Dorchester, MA

WTKO1 (1:35)

Joshua Zimmerman (0-11), Baltimore, MD

WDEC6 (60-54, 59-55, 59-55)

Philip Davis (3-6-2, 0 KOs), Worcester, MA

FEMALE SUPER BANTAMWEIGHTS

Melanie Costa (2-0, 1 KO), Norton, MA

WDEC4 (40-36, 40-36, 40-36)

Kalindra Walkiria De Carcalho Faria (1-0, 0 KOs), Taubate, Sao Paulo, Brazil

The inaugural Carlos Garcia Amateur Tournament

Thomas Hardy (Black Belt Boxing)

147 lbs.

George Alvis (Grealish Boxing)

203 lbs.

Andreas Entzells (Camp Get Right)

Roberto Villa is the CEO, Founder, Executive Writer, Senior Editor of FightBook MMA. Has a passion for Combat Sports and also a podcast host for Sitting Ringside. He’s also a former MMA fighter and Kickboxer.

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Antecedents of Director Compensation: Monitoring Human Capital Versus Social Embeddedness
Pooja Thakur-Wernz, Washington and Lee University
Olga Bruyaka, West Virginia University
Who Spends Beyond the Mandatory CSR Requirement and Why? Evidence on CSR Spending of MNEs and Domestic Firms in India

Best Paper Award in Research Methods

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2023 Award Winners

David W. Pan, Fort Hays State University / Texas A&M University, Texarkana;
Li Shen, Juniata College;
Alan J. Pan, Fort Hays State University;
Berna Mutlu, University of Florida
Acculturation Determinant Logic in The Luxury and Fashion Industry Across Cultures

Jelena Cerar, WU Vienna University of Economics and Business
What’s the p(roblem)? The State of Hypothesis-Testing Research and Related Issues in International Business

Linyu Liu, Aalto University
Riku Reunamäki, Aalto University
Maria Rumyantseva, University of Sydney
Catherine Welch, Trinity College Dublin
Fashions in International Business Research: A Comparative Case Study

CUIBE Award for Best Paper on International Business Education

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2023 Award Winners

Hyejin Cho, Farmingdale State College (SUNY)
Jing Betty Feng, Farmingdale State College (SUNY)
A Service-Learning Approach to Managing Diversity in International Business Education

Clarice Kogut, IAG/PUC-Rio
Paula Erthal Hermano, IAG/PUC-Rio
Renato Cotta de Mello, Coppead/UFRJ
Natura Went Shopping: Now What? How To Build a Global Brand

Ernesto Tavoletti, Macerata University
Longzhu Dong, University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eric Cohen, Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Vas Taras, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
 Revisiting Equity Theory in the Global Virtual Teams
Nathalie Belhoste, EM Lyon Business School
Anna Dimitrova, ESSCA School of Management, Paris
Why Do We Need to Teach Critical Geopolitics to IB and Management Learners?

2022 WAIB Awards

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WAIB Best Paper Award

Ronny Manos, College of Management Academic Studies
Amir Shoham, Temple University
Israel Drori, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Estefania Santacreu-Vasut, ESSEC Business School & THEMA
The Organizational and Cultural Boundaries of Gender Homophily in Microfinance


WAIB Emerging Scholar Award Winner

Chang (“Cathy”) Liu, Chinese University of Hong Kong


WAIB Woman of the Year Award

Nancy Adler, McGill University

AIB Teaching Innovation Award

2023 Award Winners

Filip De Beule, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
Nukhet Vardar, Brands Whisper’g Consultancy
Katarzyna Mroczek-Dąbrowska, Poznan Univeristy of Economics and Business
Giles Blackburne, University of Leeds
Andreja Jaklič, University of Ljubljana

Award Nominees

Mourad Dakhli, Georgia State University
Edward Wang, Georgia State University
Salomao De Farias, Georgia State University

Narentheren Kaliappen, Universiti Utara Malaysia

Dirk Holtbrügge, University of Erlangen-Nürnberg
Maxim Grib, University of Erlangen-Nürnberg
Laura Kirste, University of Erlangen-Nürnberg

Jelena Cerar, WU Vienna University of Economics and Business

Best Reviewer Award

2023 Award Winners

  • Brent Allred, Utah State University
  • Marco Balzano, Ca’ Foscari University of Venice
  • Kathy Broneck, University of Arizona
  • Çagla Dayangan, Dokuz Eylül University
  • Anna Dimitrova, ESSCA School of Management, Paris
  • Laura Vanessa Dirnberger, Copenhagen Business School
  • Leah Madita Fischer, University of Innsbruck
  • Dimitrios Georgakakis, University of York
  • Maxim Grib, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
  • Alison Emma Holm, Nova SBE
  • Kiyohiko Ito, University of Hawaii at Manoa
  • Peter D Ørberg Jensen, Copenhagen Business School
  • Robbert Maseland, Radboud University Nijmegen
  • Wioletta Mierzejewska, Warsaw School of Economics
  • Stewart R Miller, University of Texas at San Antonio
  • Miriam Moeller, University of Queensland
  • Dana L. Ott, University of Otago
  • Robert J. Pidduck, Old Dominion University
  • Sarika Pruthi, San Jose State University
  • Diego Quer-Ramón, University of Alicante
  • Marina Anna Schmitz, IEDC-Bled School of Management
  • Maria Cristina Sestu, University of Groningen
  • Anne Sluhan, Texas A&M – Central
  • Maogang Sun, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics
  • Brian David Vera, University of Manchester
  • Davina E. Vora, State University of New York at New Paltz
  • Peng Wang, BNU-HKBU United International College
  • Zhihong Wen, University of Sydney
  • Lena Zander, Uppsala University

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The Work of Love: A Biography of José María Escrivá Pacheco

Portrait of José María Escrivá Pacheco

“The Work of Love: A Biography of José María Escrivá Pacheco”

Introduction:
José María Escrivá Pacheco, a remarkable figure in the realm of religious leadership and spirituality, made a lasting impact as the founder of Opus Dei. Born on January 9th, 1902, in Barbastro, Spain, he led an extraordinary life shaped by his faith and unwavering dedication to the Catholic Church. This biography explores Escrivá’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming a revered spiritual leader.

Chapter 1: Early Life and Education
The first chapter delves into Escrivá’s formative years growing up in Barbastro. Raised within a devout Catholic family, he developed a profound sense of spiritual devotion from an early age. Despite financial challenges faced by his family, they emphasized the importance of education for their children.
Escrivá’s educational journey took him through various institutions until he ultimately pursued studies in law at the University of Zaragoza. His time at university marked the beginning of his involvement in Catholic youth organizations and ignited his desire to contribute actively to society.

Chapter 2: Ordination and Priestly Life
This chapter explores Escrivá’s decision to enter seminary and ultimately be ordained as a priest on March 28th, 1925. Drawing inspiration from Saint Josemaría de Pereda (whose name he adopted later), Escrivá dedicated himself fully to serving God and sought innovative ways to promote spirituality among ordinary individuals.
During this period, he encountered numerous challenges within academia but persevered with unwavering determination while nurturing ideas that would shape Opus Dei.

Chapter 3: The Birth and Expansion of Opus Dei
Opus Dei is central to understanding José María Escrivá’s legacy. Expanding upon its foundation as an organization for spiritual development among laypeople, this chapter delves into Escrivá’s vision for Opus Dei and the challenges he faced in establishing it within the Catholic Church.
The biography examines how Escrivá gradually gained recognition and support, overcoming skepticism and resistance. It also highlights his tireless efforts to foster a sense of personal holiness, ethical work practices, and spiritual growth among Opus Dei members.

Chapter 4: Controversies and Criticisms
This chapter confronts controversies surrounding Escrivá’s leadership of Opus Dei. It discusses accusations of secrecy, elitism, and involvement in politics that cast a shadow on both Escrivá’s reputation and the organization. The biography aims to provide an impartial analysis of these allegations while showcasing how they influenced Escrivá’s determination to build a spiritually grounded institution.

Chapter 5: Lasting Legacy
The final chapter narrates José María Escrivá Pacheco’s later years leading up to his death on June 26th, 1975. It reflects on his numerous contributions towards revitalizing spirituality within the Catholic Church and explores the impact of Opus Dei in modern times.
The biography concludes by assessing Escrivá’s enduring influence on countless individuals who continue to be shaped by his teachings and vision today.

Conclusion:
“The Work of Love: A Biography of José María Escrivá Pacheco” offers readers a comprehensive insight into a life deeply dedicated to faith, education, personal holiness, and service. By examining both his achievements and challenges throughout various stages of his life, this biography aims to honor José María Escrivá Pacheco as an influential religious leader whose work continues to inspire millions globally.

Posted 09 Aug 2023 19:58 by | Pachecos | No comments

The Claws’ ‘Stars And Broken Glass’ album now available on vinyl – Sleaze Roxx

The Claws’ ‘Stars And Broken Glass’ album now available on vinyl

Los Angeles, California, USA based rockers The Claws‘ album Stars And Broken Glass, which was originally released back in December 2021, is now available on white opaque wax vinyl via their website. The group consists of lead vocalist Chad Cherry (The Last Vegas), guitarists Gary Martin and Mike Gavigan, bassist Terry Love and drummer Tony Pacheco.

Track List for Stars And Broken Glass:
01. Down In The City
02. High Noon
03. A Song For You
04. High Sermon
05. In The Dust
06. When The Nighttime Comes
07. Seven Medicines
08. Sway With The Hunted
09. Strange Rumblings
10. Waiting At The Station

In an interview with Sleaze Roxx back in December 2021, Martin explained the idea behind the cover for Stars And Broken Glass. The guitarist advised: “We were invited to do a photo session at Wolfpack Studios in Burbank, California. The set, backdrop, and props were all provided, and those beer steins were full & often re-filled, so we just went full Medieval era I guess. This cover picture is also similar to what our rehearsals tend to look like.”

In terms of how The Claws came up with the album title Stars And Broken Glass, Martin indicated: “We’re based in Los Angeles, and our headquarters/rehearsal is located in the heart of Hollywood. Sure, there is a glitz to this area of the world, but it is the big, nasty city, and things can get weird. ‘Stars And Broken Glass’ is a reference to the dichotomy of the glamour and the grittiness of our surroundings. The sidewalk is made of stars, and the glass is the reason that we wear boots to rehearsal.”

The Claws‘ “Strange Rumblings” video:

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PFL Playoffs Results: Jesus Pinedo Stuns Bubba Jenkins To Advance

The PFL Playoffs kicked off Friday night with the featherweight and light heavyweight semifinals live on ESPN. Jesus Pinedo stunned Bubba Jenkins in the main event, knocking off the top seed to advance. Gabriel Braga, Josh Silveira and Impa Kasanganay also moved on.

PFL Playoffs: Featherweight Finals Set

It will be Jesus Pinedo and Gabriel Braga in the PFL featherweight finals after both advanced as the first PFL Playoffs event of 2023. The card aired live on ESPN from San Antonio.

Pinedo shocked top-seed Bubba Jenkins, finishing him in the second round. Pinedo knocked off defending champion Brendan Loughnane to advance earlier this year to the final four.

Braga, meanwhile, scored a split decision over Chris Wade to move on.

“The 2023 PFL Playoffs kicked off tonight in San Antonio with four fighters moving on to the PFL World Championship and continuing their million dollar journey,” said PFL CEO Peter Murray. “The PFL’s unique season format makes each fight a must win, giving the audience the best action in MMA. We look forward to the final two 2023 PFL Playoff events live from The Theater at Madison Square Garden on August 18 and 23.”

PFL Playoffs: Two Advance In Light Heavyweight Division

Josh Silveira and Impa Kasanganay each earned finishes and will now square off later this year for the light heavyweight title and $1 million prize.

“The PFL delivered another thrilling night of action for MMA fans around the world,” said PFL President of Fighter Operations Ray Sefo. “Congratulations to our four elite athletes who have clinched their spots in the PFL World Championship.”

Silveira stopped Ty Flores with a series of knees in the first round, while Kasanganay knocked out Marthin Hamlet in the opening three minutes.

The promotion moves to New York City for the remaining semifinal round fights and final two events of the playoff portion. Those matches will include the likes of Larissa Pacheco, Renan Ferreira, Olivier Aubin-Mercier and Sadibou Sy.

Up first will be PFL Playoffs 8 on August 18, with PFL 9 taking place five days later. Both events air live on ESPN and stream on ESPN+.

PFL Playoffs Results

PFL 7 (from San Antonio)

Jesus Pinedo defeats Bubba Jenkins by 2nd Round TKO (4:40)
Joshua Silveira defeats Ty Flores by 1st Round TKO (4:46)
Gabriel Braga defeats Chris Wade by split decision (30-27, 29-28, 27-30)
Impa Kasanganay defeats Marthin Hamlet by 1st round KO (2:24)
Elvin Espinoza defeats Keoni Diggs by unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)

Thad Jean defeats Ali Omar by 1st round TKO (1:54)
Lisa Mauldin defeats Desiree Yanez by 1st round submission (rear-naked choke, 3:08)
Anthony Ivy defeats Carson Hardman by 1st round submission (rear-naked choke, 2:34)
Chelsea Hackett defeats Ky Bennett by 2nd round submission (rear-naked choke, 4:42)
Billy Elekana defeats Chuck Campbell by split decision (29-28, 29-28, 28-29)

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