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China defends arrest of Hong Kong Catholic cleric Joseph Zen as Western alarm grows
More than 180 Hong Kongers have been arrested under the national security law so far. (Case)Hong Kong: China on Thursday defended the arrest of a 90-year-old Catholic cardinal under Hong Kong's national security law, a move…
what machine learning can tell us about the Bhagavad Gita
Machine learning and other artificial intelligence (AI) methods have had immense success with scientific and engineering tasks such as predicting the folding of protein molecules and recognizing faces in a crowd. However, the…
CCCG congratulates Tocqueville Fellows graduates | News | Department of Political Science
The Center for Citizenship and Constitutional Government (CCCG) congratulates nine Menard Tocqueville Family Scholars on their upcoming graduation from the University of Notre Dame. The Menard Family Tocqueville Fellowship Program…
Forbes India – From Metaverse to NFTs, how the world of religion is embracing digital…
Many religious institutions are turning to new technologies to reach a wider audience. Image: Gabriella Clare Marino on UnsplashADue to the pandemic, many religions and faith groups have had to take refuge!--Artical>…
After a leak, the religious division on legal abortion appears
The American faithful are bracing — some with cautious glee and others with impending dread — for the Supreme Court to potentially overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision and end the nation's right to legal abortion.An overturning…
White evangelicals oppose abortion; all other religious groups support him
(RNS) — A number of polls in recent days have shown that a majority of Americans believe abortion should be legal; a new survey from Pew Research is no exception.
The large survey of 11,044 Americans, released Friday, May 6, shows that 61%…
Faculty Council discusses plans for Fall 2022 and awards degrees
Ithaca College's faculty council met May 3 for its final meeting of spring 2022 to discuss employee benefits, elect the executive committee for the 2022-23 academic year, award degrees, and meet with the President…
Donald Trump says he’s done more for ‘Christianity, religion of all types’ than…
There is nothing Donald Trump does, or has done, better than anyone else in human history, or so he claims. His latest whopper came in an interview on evangelical network CBN News recorded at Mar-a-Lago. "You know, nobody's done more for…
Utah Episcopalians choose new bishop, second woman to lead them
Reverend Phyllis Spiegel, who is set to replace Bishop Scott Hayashi, is eager to “meet and converse” with Latter-day Saint authorities. (Photo courtesy) Reverend Phyllis Spiegel is set to become the 12th Episcopal Bishop of Utah and the…
Cacophony of Religion – The Statesman
Let me start with a disclaimer, I am neither an Islamophobe nor a Hindutvawadi, nor do I sympathize with any toxic religious outfit like AIMPLB, Bajrang Dal, Sriram Sena or their ilk, which I strongly advocate disbanding and their…
Iftar in the house of Jesus
A church in Nashik, Maharashtra, held a multi-faith iftar celebration to spread a strong message of brotherhood and communal harmony. Namaz was offered in the church and its resident priest prayed alongside the Muslims.At Holy Cross Church…
Gay Rights and Religion: The Black Church’s Position on the Equality Act
In Reverend Cedric Harmon's religious tradition, prayers offered in church almost always begin the same way. The faithful recognize God and then give thanks for life, health, strength and security,…
What the 2022 General Assembly session means for educators
Read more about ESP bonus legislation here.
This session of the General Assembly continued the work of short- and long-term recovery from the pandemic and reinvigorated support for!-->!-->…
How race and religion have always played a role in the decision to seek refuge in the United States
In the weeks following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, millions of Ukrainians fled the country as refugees. Hundreds of these refugees have now arrived at the US southern border seeking asylum, having…
Survivors unite to deliver message on Holocaust remembrance
NEW YORK (AP) — Holocaust survivors around the world have united to deliver a message about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the importance of remembrance at a time of rising global anti-Semitism.In a video posted ThursdayTo mark Yom!-->!-->…
Religion: There are many peaks and all aim for the stars – Morgan Hill Times
We have just completed a most unique month for the interfaith community. In April, for the first time in over 30 years, we met Muslims, Jews, Christians, Sikhs, Baha'is, Hindus, Buddhists and Indigenous Nations and even more groups…
Faithful Mormons Won’t Be Happy With Hulu’s ‘Under the Banner of Heaven’
(RNS) – “Under the Banner of Heaven,” a new Hulu miniseries with an all-star cast that debuts Thursday (April 28), may not make many members of the Church of Jesus Christ happy. Latter Day Saints. But then again, neither was Jon Krakauer's…
The pride flag indicates a safe space, not a political symbol; carroll county school board student…
For anti-abortion believers, suicide prevention should be important. According to recent studies, children and adolescents who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community are at a higher risk of suicide. The Carroll County School Board of…
Is Putin’s War on Ukraine Really About Religion?
Putin told the crowd that St. Feodor once said that "the storms of war will glorify Russia." "It was like that in his time," Putin said, "it is like that today and always will be."
London: More than eight weeks…
Evanston Students and Educators Reflect on How Schools Discuss Religion in Light of New District 65…
Sajeda Yagoub, a senior at Evanston Township High School, said she often doesn't feel represented in her history lessons.
"When you hear about the history of the United States, it's usually like, 'Oh, this white guy did that,' and it's…
America’s Biblical Roots
(April 20, 2022 / JNS) The following is an abridged version of the Distinguished Rennert Lecture, delivered on April 19 by Ambassador David Friedman after receiving the Guardian of Zion Award from the Ingeborg Rennert Center for…
Lego Rabbis, Hasidic Coloring Books: How Toy Makers and Publishers Created an Alternative Jewish…
(JTA) — I grew up with "Encyclopedia Brown", a series of books about an elementary school Sherlock Holmes who solves one-minute mysteries. You know the guy, "If you didn't steal the bike, how did you know it was blue?"!-->…
Holy days converging in April spark interfaith celebrations
It's a convergence that rarely happens. Coinciding with the Passover of Judaismeaster of christianity and the Islamic holy month of RamadanBuddhists, Baha'is, Sikhs, Jains and Hindus also celebrate their holy days in April.The springtime!-->!-->!-->…
Association between exposure to mass media and teaching approval of HIV-infected female teachers:…
Studies on HIV-related stigma/discrimination have found that stigma tends to be higher among people with low media exposure than among those with high media exposure . In light of this, the present study investigated the association…
Politics professor’s book challenging Western notions of Sharia gains global acclaim
Book by professor of political and legal studies Mark Fathi Massoud, Shari'a, Inshallah: Finding God in Somali Legal Politics, has captured worldwide attention over the past year, earning him a series of literary awards, invitations to…
Psychology of Inner Symbols in Spiritual Philosophy (2) – The Sun Nigeria
"The God of this grand universe is so wonderful. I read many of your books and followed you on this column for two years before contacting you about my issues. I trained my wife in college with my money and she graduated and…
India. Muslims witness wave of attacks and hate speech at Hindu festival | Religious News
Muslims in several Indian states are nervous after crowds marched out, uttering hate speech and attacking their properties during the Hindu festival of Ram Navmi.
Most of the violence was reported on Sunday in the states of Madhya Pradesh,…
Russian Orthodox Church leader appears to be a ‘little copy of Putin’, some say
Special Report with Bret Baier - Wednesday, April 6 In today's episode of "Special Report," Bret reports that violence continues across Ukraine as millions of Ukrainian civilians go hungry and stranded. Meanwhile, former President Obama…
Containment and Spiritual Conversation | Religion
The book of Jeremiah is filled with conversations between the weeping prophet and God.Among the many…
ASU’s New Initiative Aims to Educate Students and Faculty About Spirituality
The Center for Religion and Conflict has launched a new initiative to address how spirituality plays a role in daily public life.
The Spirituality and Public Life initiative,…
Jesus welcomes little children | faith and religion
Basic Text: Matthew 18:1-6, 10Devotional Text: Galatians 3:26-29This week we continue to look at little…
Recollected experiences around death: more than hallucinations?
A multidisciplinary team of national and international leaders, led by Sam ParniMD, PhD, Director of Critical Care and Resuscitation Research at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, published "Guidelines and Standards for the Study of Death…
Conference raises awareness of sectarian abuse in Africa
The Policy Department organized a presentation on April 4 to raise awareness of the abuses seen in faith-based higher education in Africa.
Lady Ajayi, a visiting assistant professor in the Department of Politics…
VPR Distinguished Lecture to Highlight the Impact of Climate Change on Indigenous Peoples and…
The Office of Research will host the Vice President for Research Spring Lecture Series with a talk by Rosalyn LaPier, associate professor of environmental studies at the University of Montana and research associate at the…
Native-Inspired Sports Team Names: Account and Change
Banner photo by Anders Krøgh Jørgensen on Unsplash
Donick Cary wrote for David Letterman and helped produce the Emmy-winning film The simpsons and Parks and recreation. So how could a funny guy like him tackle the sensitive topics…
Religious News | News, Sports, Jobs
SAUCE AND SONG: St. Patrick's Parish on Oak Hill Avenue in Youngstown resumed its spaghetti dinner fundraiser with the first event taking place Sunday from noon to 3…
Students with religious exemptions banned from dormitory starting this summer
Montclair State University has announced that students with religious exemptions to the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine will no longer be allowed to live on campus starting this summer.
Students with religious exemptions are expressing…
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw in Karnataka CM Bommai
IN THE first major corporate voice raising concerns in India's tech capital about efforts by hardline Hindu groups to keep Muslim traders away from Karnataka's temple festivals, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, executive chairman of Biocon Ltd, urged…
FAITH MATTERS: Don’t be afraid to tell the truth
Gloria Peacock of St. Joseph's Parish, Kilaben Bay, Toronto, was inspired by the words "Don't be afraid to speak the truth" by Sr. Joan Chittister and talks about how this value and an ecumenical perspective came to life in his own journey…
‘Never use religion to…’, Karnataka BJP MLC’s ‘advice’ to his party |…
In Karnataka, a senior BJP lawmaker, AH Vishwanath, has questioned the state government's "silence" on banning Muslim vendors from trading during temple festivals. He even wondered what the government would do if other Muslim-majority…
On Religion: Southern Baptists, Race, and the Table Gap |
The Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. faced a barrage of questions about race and politics during his landmark…
With a new website, the U of T professor seeks to create a path to well-being
"As we are swept away by waves of grief or fires of rage, global pandemic, climate catastrophe and social injustice, can we channel our energies into strengths?" The University of Toronto Frances Garrett hope the answer will be "yes".…
The Netherlands is no longer a religious country, think tank says
Photo: Johan van BurenThe number of people in the Netherlands describing themselves as atheist or agnostic has exceeded the number of religious people for the first time, the government's socio-cultural think tank SCP said on…
‘Reverse’ bias challenge against religious law agreements fails
By Bill Wichert (March 24, 2022, 9:51 p.m. EDT) – A federal judge in New Jersey on Thursday overturned a challenge by a group of Woodcliff Lake residents to resolve claims that the city violated the law on religious land use and…
Professor studies link between church attendance and crime – The Paisano
Assistant Professor of Applied Microeconomics Jonathan Moreno-Medina studies the effect of church attendance on crime and how weather conditions can affect the relationship between the two.
His research stemmed from archaic assumptions…
What are Amish? Meaning, Amish way of life, religion and when is The Simpler Life on Channel 4
Some contestants left the show after finding the Amish way of life difficult to adjust to.There's something a little ironic about setting up a film crew in the middle of a remote Devonshire farmhouse with the aim of questioning whether…
Scientists Probe What Makes You Boring, and the Results Are Stark
Although many of us probably do our best to be interesting, boring people are seemingly everywhere. Maybe it's the person who never ends a story correctly, or someone who just can't stop telling you about their birding "adventures".
A…
The men who used religion to justify sketchy relationships
Many 90 Day Fiancé relationships have been controversial, especially when franchise men have used their religion to justify their creepy behavior.
the 90 day fiance The franchise featured…
Religion Briefs, March 18 – Medford News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News
Rogue River Seventh-day Adventist Church
The church, at 4300 N. River Road, Rogue River, will hold a service called "Armageddon, A Good Thing" at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 18. for more!-->…
The history of Russia and Ukraine rooted in religion
Residents carry sandbags to build a barrier to help defend the continued Russian invasion of Ukraine in Odessa on March 14, 2022. (CNS Photo/Nacho Doce, Reuters)
After receiving inquiries about my last…
Church and Vic – The Strand
When Canadian Methodists sought to establish a “Seminary of Learning” in 1830, they probably did not think their legacy would be a Toronto institution with coeducational residences and a secular education. Victoria…
Does basketball overtake football as the state religion of Texas? — A la carte by Kevin Sherrington
"Kevin Sherrington's A La Carte" is a weekly newsletter hosted by DMN sports columnist Kevin Sherrington where he touches on all the latest sports topics around North Texas and all major sports. To have his newsletter sent directly to your…
Inspiring Bible Commentary on Daniel’s Prophecies
I have always enjoyed reading the narrative sections of the book of Daniel.
BRADYVILLE, TN (PRWEB)
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Putin’s religion: Does the Russian president believe in God? | World | News
More than two weeks have passed since Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The Kremlin has justified what it calls a "special military operation" by invoking the demilitarization of its former Soviet…
Patriarch of Moscow stokes Orthodox tensions with remarks on war | Religion
Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill, leader of Russia's dominant religious…
Seeking Common Ground by Faith | News, Sports, Jobs
With all the uncertainties that we are all facing in the world right now, I have noticed that a lot of people are disrespecting each other and that saddens me a lot…
First authorized biography of Walter Brueggemann
By Conrad Kanagy — author of the “A Church Dismantled — A Kingdom Restored” book series
In his widely acclaimed four-book series "A Church Dismantled - A Kingdom Restored," published late last year, sociologist of religion and longtime…
Education should not be hampered by caste, religion, dress, sex or money: TN CM Stalin
Chenai: Tamil Nadu's CM, MP Stalin, said on Wednesday that no factors such as caste, location, origin, money, religious dress or gender should hinder the education of students. The state government is fighting to!-->…
“Keep your Catholic faith until the end of your life”
Father's words resonate with Phung Van Hai, who decided to become a Catholic to marry his fiancée at a life-changing time
Phung Van Hai was considering marrying a Catholic woman he had met in his delivery job.
"I wanted to have faith in…
With Ukraine War, Republicans Suddenly Put Religion Over Democracy
U.S. Representative Scott Perry, (R-PA-10), speaking at a Capitol press conference last summer (C-Span screenshot)
Some attempts to violently overthrow democratically elected governments have hit differently, it seems
U.S.…
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Michael Vigorito
Professor Michael Vigorito is an example of servant leadership. Seeking neither the limelight nor high profile positions, he has and continues even in gradual retirement to make enormous and often unrecognized contributions to the…
A boy’s simple question about Gd opens the big questions
" Do you believe in God ? my son asks as I hurriedly drive him to meet the Hebrew school rabbi, after shouting "sweet jesus" to the lovely elder in the left lane driving so slowly it's like he's doing a Sunday stroll through the English…
Rabbi ‘queering’ religion at San Francisco Jesuit Catholic University
J. The Jewish News of Northern California via JTA — Since becoming rabbi-in-residence at the University of San Francisco in 2019, Rabbi Camille Angel has been busy creating inclusive spaces on campus, giving classes, organizes Jewish…
Juniata Valley Religious Organizations Plan Lenten Events | News, Sports, Jobs
The following local Lenten events have been scheduled in the Juniata River Valley. To have your church or ministry event listed, email [email protected]…
Shannon Grimes, Professor of Religious and Ethical Studies, will deliver a Distinguished Faculty…
Professor of Religious and Ethical Studies Shannon Grimes will deliver Meredith College's Distinguished Faculty Lecture on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, 7 p.m. at Jones Auditorium.
Seating will be limited in the Jones Auditorium and a live…
Congress rivals attempt to divide society along caste and religious lines
Congress Secretary General Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday accused rival parties of trying to divide society on the basis of caste and religion and said that because of this the real problems of people like!-->…
‘The Chosen’ Director to Speak at Utah State University – Cache Valley Daily
Dallas Jenkins on set while filming The Chosen.…
The role of religion in the Ottawa protest
The end of the “freedom convoy” in Ottawa has already sparked a lot of soul-searching – how could this have happened?One of the topics that will certainly be discussed is the role that the Christian faith has played in the…
How to Support Employees Who Find Their Motivation in Faith, Not Work
"As a Muslim student, I can't expect perfection at university or my future employer, but I do expect them to try," says Zaynab Ahmed, a final year student at law at Oxford University, describing how important it is for Muslims. feel heard…
Interfaith Scholar in Residence Program Begins March 3 | Local News
Neighbors come in all shapes, ethnicities and religious traditions.And faith can make good neighbors.That's the overarching theme of "Building Bridges With My Neighbor," an upcoming series of presentations offered by the…
Messages of Faith: An Never Forgotten Description of Christ | Religion
Many years ago I had the privilege of hearing Dr. SM Lockridge speak at a conference I was attending. He…
What is religion anyway?
In 2013, the Disciples of the New Dawn began posting highly offensive memes on Facebook. They attacked everyone from pagans and steampunk fans to women who had C-sections.
Tapping into fears about religious fundamentalism and the…
Children’s hospital fires uninfected staff after questioning religious beliefs
"I love it. I love my job. I love what I do, and it's been very difficult. Sorry."
The pediatric nurse, who had worked at Children's Wisconsin for 12 years, fought back tears as she emphasized her passion for treating sick…
Lawyer and religious leader inaugurating the lecture series | News, Sports, Jobs
ELKINS — Davis & Elkins College will open its Spring Lecture Series on Thursday, sponsored by the Morrison-Novakovic Center for Faith and Public Policy.
Allyson…
Disinformation for Profit: Scammers Profit from Conspiracy Theories | Social networks
Ohen Facebook removed dozens of groups dedicated to Canada's 'Freedom Convoy' anti-government protests earlier this month, it didn't do so because of extremism or conspiracies rampant within demonstrations. This was because the groups were…
Is Bitcoin a religion? What the answer reveals about humanity
Read enough about bitcoin, and you will inevitably come across people who refer to cryptocurrency as a religion.Bloomberg's Lorcan Roche Kelly called Bitcoin "the first true religion of the 21st century." Bitcoin proponent Hass McCook…
CCH teacher receives Catholic Education Award
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on February 19, 2022.Lance RosenLETHBRIDGE [email protected] teacher from Catholic Central High School has been selected as the recipient of the Council of Catholic School…
Have Faith Through Sorrow | News, Sports, Jobs
This year some of my sisters in Christ and I are reading the Bible together in a year. I have done this before, but this time I am so blessed to have the company of my…
Netflix’s First Arab Movie Sparks Fierce Morality Debate
CAIRO — In one of the opening scenes, a Lebanese mother confronts her 17-year-old daughter after discovering two condoms in her purse. A few minutes later, an Egyptian woman sneakily takes off her underwear just before leaving for dinner…
“I don’t leave my religion in the closet”, Evangelical Focus
Frank-Walter Steinmeier was re-elected Federal President of Germany in the first vote, with the support of a large majority in the Federal Assembly (1,045 out of 1,437 votes).
It was voted not only by the 3 ruling…
Americans support religious freedom – as long as it suits everyone
(RNS) - Perhaps one of the most important legal terms of the 21st century is “religious freedom.” As my fellow University of Cincinnati political scientist, Andrew Lewis, explains in his most recent book, "The Rights Turn in Conservative…
Lecrae and Pray.com team up for messages of faith and prayer
Meditative, Motivational Prayer Series Designed and Told by GRAMMY® Award-Winning Artist Comes to Leading Christian Audio Content PlatformSANTA MONICA, Calif., February 15, 2022--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Pray.com, the world's #1 app for Christians,…
Butler Delivers Annual Greeley Lecture for Peace and Social Justice | News
Anthea D. Butler, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, delivered the Harvard Divinity School's Greeley Lecture for Peace and Social Justice last Thursday.The Greeley Lecture, an annual event hosted by the Divinity School, examined…
Intellectuals call for repeal of anti-conversion laws
Through Express press service
BENGALURU: Several prominent citizens and intellectuals have, through a petition, demanded the repeal of all anti-conversion laws in India, amid the planned tabling of the Right to…
Why ban Indigenous philosophies in the classroom? | Guest Comment | Guest
In 2017, a Mayan elder, Carlos Armando Dzul, took me to a church in Mani, Yucatán, to see where the infamous…
religious calendar
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND SERVICES• Bullock Temple Methodist Christian Episcopal Church, 1513 S. Park St., live services at 10 a.m. Sundays on btclr.org. (501) 375-1581.• Christ Episcopal Church, 509 Scott Street, holds communion services at 8…
Daisy Turnbull explains why she was wrong about Grace Tame
"My favorite thing about this menu is the proportion of the desserts," she says. We order oysters (because champagne) and a selection of small dishes: haloumi, trevallies, zucchini on stracciatella and pasta with Moreton Bay bug, with the…
Mayor Adams Creates New Office of Faith-Based and Community Partnerships
February 10, 2022
The new office will be led by Pastor Gilford Monrose
NEW YORK - New York City Mayor Eric Adams today established the Office of Faith-Based and Community Partnership (OFCP). The office -- created with the signing of an…
Newcastle Anglican Bishop Peter Stuart says Scott Morrison’s Discrimination Bill ‘abuses…
news, local news, The Anglican Bishop of Newcastle has said the government's Religious Discrimination Bill "abuses religion to drive a wedge between Australians" and should be scrapped. The Very Reverend Dr Peter Stuart told the Newcastle…
Why do people call Bitcoin a religion?
(The Conversation) - Read enough about Bitcoin, and you will inevitably come across people who refer to cryptocurrency as a religion.
In Austin, Texas, there are billboards with slogans like "Crypto Is Real" that eerily mirror the…
Faith groups take the lead in refugee resettlement talks | News, Sports, Jobs
Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist is pictured in December at St Luke's Episcopal Church. Sundquist said a coalition of faith leaders and community members took the lead on…
Why does our brain crave pattern-seeking rituals like Wordle?
IIn the beginning, people created sourdough starters. As people searched for rituals to deal with the early uncertainties of the pandemic, many bought Peloton bikes, built gardens and watched tiger king.And in Brooklyn, a software engineer…
A virtual reality quest for community, brotherhood – The Denver Post
Quarantined for exposure to COVID-19, Garret Bernal and his family missed a recent Sunday church service. So he strapped on a virtual reality headset and explored what it would be like to worship in the metaverse.
Without leaving his home…
Iranian Forces Islamic Re-education Course
02/04/2022Iran (International Christian Concern) - Ten Iranian Christian converts previously cleared of all charges are being forced by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to attend "re-education" courses run by Islamic clerics.…
Religious body working with cops to investigate sectarian Wali Tujuh movement, Sabah minister says
KOTA KINABALU: Islamic religious authorities are working with the police to uncover the extent of a sectarian movement called Wali Tujuh, which has been!-->…
Junior receives the first Rick Love Young Innovators in Peacebuilding Award
MACON — Mercer University junior Alexander John Paul Lutz was one of two recipients of the inaugural Rick Love Young Innovators in Peacebuilding Award, presented by Peace Catalyst International, an organization that equips and…
After a year-long hiatus, the North American Division hosts third Religious Freedom Prayer Breakfast
On January 13, 2022, more than 40 people from various faith traditions gathered for the third Religious Freedom Prayer Breakfast hosted by the Seventh-day Adventist Church in North America (NAD). The event recognized January 16 as National…
NJ Group’s Religion Law ‘Arming’ Allegation Challenged
By Bill Wichert (February 2, 2022, 7:37 PM EST) – A federal judge in New Jersey on Wednesday rejected an attempt by a group of Woodcliff Lake residents to strike down regulations resolving allegations that the city violated the…