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News & Current Events :: Bibles Still Coming in from National Bible Drive
2007-09-19 22:57:00 Author: Eric Subject: Bible s Still Coming in from National Bible Drive Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:57 pm (GMT -4) Bibles Still Coming in from National Bible Drive USA (MNN) ― Love Packages' first-ever national Bible drive is still getting response. Last month, Love Packages' Steve Schmidt said they were trying to get churches across the United States to do a Bible drive. Christians were encouraged to donate unused, extra Bibles to Love Packages for use in the under-resourced Third World Church. "I would expect that, before the end of the year, from the August Bible drive we're going to get close to our goal of 200,000. We have Bibles coming in everyday. We have people bringing them in by the carloads (and) truckloads." Each container they send overseas contains 1 million pieces of literature. It gets into the hands of Christians because of partnerships, Schmidt explains. "We've set up distribution points, different places in the world with Every ... More About: News , Events
News & Current Events :: Pakistani Christian Unexpectedly Acquitted of Blas
2007-09-19 22:51:00 Author: Eric Subject: Pakistani Christian Unexpectedly Acquitted of BlasphemyPosted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:51 pm (GMT -4) Pakistani Christian Unexpectedly Acquitted of Blasphemy Charges Pakistan (MNN) ― Two days ago, a lower court in Faisalabad, Pakistan unexpectedly acquitted Shahid Masih of blasphemy. What's unusual is that the lower courts of Pakistan rarely acquit "blasphemy" suspects. The case stems from an accusation made by a Muslim teenager, Muhammad Ghaffar, on September 10, 2006. Ghaffar claimed he saw Masih rip up pages containing verses from the Quran during a theft of books from a medical clinic in Madina Town district of Faisalabad. The court cleared the case after prosecution witnesses changed their original testimonies. Voice of the Martyrs' Todd Nettleton says it's an answer to prayer. "It gives hope to the Christians in Pakistan that they have the opportunity for some kind of a just verdict even early on in the case without going t... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Home Schooling a Viable Option; May Be Easier than
2007-09-19 22:43:00 Author: Eric Subject: Home Schooling a Viable Option; May Be Easier than You ThinkPosted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:43 pm (GMT -4) Home Schooling a Viable Option; It May Be Easier than You Think, Says Attorney Rusty Pugh An advocate for the removal of children from secular, public schools says parents who truly desire to get their children away from homosexual indoctrination, drugs, violence and other anti-biblical influences should seriously consider home schooling -- because it's much easier to home school than most people think, he counsels. Bruce Shortt, an attorney who has written volumes on the ills of the public school system, advocates pulling all children out of the secular, government-run schools, and placing them in Christian schools or home-schooling them. According to Shortt, the common objection to home schooling is a fear of not knowing how to teach. He acknowledges home schooling may have been a challenge 20 or 30 years ago -- but argues that is not the case today.... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
Inspiration & Devotionals :: Days of Devotion
2007-09-19 10:00:00 Author: NewsFeeder Subject: Days of Devotion Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:00 am (GMT -4) Days of Devotion Margaret Manning September is a very important month for Jews and Muslims. For Jews, September contains two of their most high, holy days: Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. In the original language, Rosh Hashanah means "new year" and Yom Kippur means "day of atonement." What do these days entail for Jews? This is a time for serious introspection, a time to consider the sins of the previous year and repent before Yom Kippur. The ten days starting with Rosh Hashanah and ending with Yom Kippur are commonly known as the Days of Awe (Yamim Noraim) or the Days of Repentance.(1) These "Days of Awe" are filled with wonder and worship, days of reflection, fasting and prayer, days of solemnity and solace. These are days meant to set the tone for the rest of the year even as they remind Jews to reflect on what has gone before. Among the customs of this... More About: Inspiration
Inspiration & Devotionals :: Where the Light is Strong
2007-09-19 10:00:00 Author: NewsFeeder Subject: Where the Light is Strong Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:00 am (GMT -4) Where the Light is Strong Jill Carattini A classic variety show routine begins with a pitch-black theater except for a large circle of light coming from a street lamp. In the spotlight, a man is on his knees, crawling with his hands in front of him, carefully probing the lighted circle. After a few moments a policeman walks on stage. Seeing the man on all fours, he poses the obvious question: "Did you lose some¬thing?" "Yes," the man replies. "I have lost my keys." Kindly, the police officer joins the man's search, and two figures now circle the lighted area on hands and knees. But after some time, the officer stops. "Are you absolutely certain this is where you lost your keys? We've covered every inch." "Why no," the man replies matter-of-factly, pointing to a darkened corner. "I lost them over there." The p... More About: Inspiration
Inspiration & Devotionals :: The Power of Prayer
2007-09-19 10:00:00 Author: NewsFeeder Subject: The Power of Pray er Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:00 am (GMT -4) The Power of Prayer Jill Carattini Researchers have stumbled onto a subject that has long been tested, though perhaps never before quite so clinically. Over the last decade, millions of dollars have been spent on testing the effects of prayer in the field of medicine. The studies, which have targeted an assortment of medical conditions and religious traditions, have attracted criticism from all over the place. Some argue that science has no place exploring matters of religion. Others note the impossibility of creating a controlled environment or securing viable results. Still others argue these experiments at the outset have a faulty understanding of both God and prayer. The opinions of those conducting the studies are equally varied. One scientist insists the tests are meant to answer practical questions and not religious ones; another thanks God in the official report of his findin... More About: Inspiration , Raye
Prayer & Blessings :: Call To Prayer for Tuesday, September 18, 2007
2007-09-19 10:00:00 Author: NewsFeeder Subject: Call To Prayer for Tuesday , September 18, 2007Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:00 am (GMT -4) The destruction from floods and landslides during 2006 in northern Argentina remains. Pray for those affected and especially for the people helped through our ministry in the area. As for other matters, brothers and sisters, pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honored, just as it was with you. 2 Thessalonians 3:1 Read more... Source: Call To Prayer 24x7 Call To Prayer by International Bible Society_________________*The Post Above Was Automatically Inserted* Although we have thoroughly examined the source of this feed before approving it for automation, we are not responsible for any content from this feed source or their website. If you have any issues with the content of this post, please contact Patrick for a resolution. More About: Blessings
Inspiration & Devotionals :: Daily Manna from the Net for Tuesday, Septembe
2007-09-19 10:00:00 Author: NewsFeeder Subject: Daily Manna from the Net for Tuesday , September 18, 2007Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 4:00 am (GMT -4) The engulfing waters threatened me, the deep surrounded me; seaweed was wrapped around my head. To the roots of the mountains I sank down; the earth beneath barred me in forever. But you brought my life up from the pit, O LORD my God. 'When my life was ebbing away, I remembered you, LORD, and my prayer rose to you, to your holy temple. Those who cling to worthless idols forfeit the grace that could be theirs. But I, with a song of thanksgiving, will sacrifice to you. What I have vowed I will make good. Salvation comes from the LORD.' Jonah 2:5-9 NIV Listen (MP3) Read more... Source: Daily Manna from the Net [NIV] Daily Scripture reading by International Bible Society_________________*The Post Above Was Automatically Inserted* Although we have thoroughly examined the source of this feed before approving it for automation, we are not responsib... More About: Inspiration
News & Current Events :: Debate Pits 'New Atheist' Against Christian Apolog
2007-09-19 06:05:00 Author: Eric Subject: Debate Pits 'New Atheist' Against Christian ApologistPosted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 12:05 am (GMT -4) God Delusion Debate Pits 'New Atheist' Against Christian Apologist Nathan Black Staunch atheist Richard Dawkins of The New York Times bestseller The God Delusion will square off in a debate with popular Christian apologist John Lennox next month. The Oct. 3 debate, which takes place at the Alys Stephens Center in Birmingham, Ala., will tackle one of the world’s most critical and age-old questions – Does God exist? – and views expressed in Dawkins' latest book. Dawkins, labeled by BBC as "Darwin's Rottweiler," is a prominent spokesman for the "New Atheism." The once silent and ignored atheist minority has emerged as a vocal, insistent bunch that doesn’t just want to deny the existence of God, but wipe religion off the map, as prominent evangelical Chuck Colson put it. In the past two years, five books touting atheism have hit be... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Judge Blocks Opening of New Planned Parenthood Cli
2007-09-19 06:00:00 Author: Eric Subject: Judge Blocks Opening of New Planned Parenthood Clinic in ILPosted: Wed Sep 19, 2007 12:00 am (GMT -4) Judge Blocks Opening of New Illinois Planned Parenthood Clinic Randy Hall (CNSNews .com) - A federal judge has at least temporarily prevented the nation's biggest abortion provider from opening a new $7.5 million clinic in Aurora, Ill., while the city government investigates charges that Planned Parenthood used secrecy and fraud to obtain permission to build the 22,000-square-foot facility. U.S. District Judge Charles Norgle, Sr., on Monday gave Aurora officials 24 hours to file a response to a request from Planned Parenthood/Chicago Area (PPCA) for an injunction that would have forced the city to allow the new building to open on Tuesday as planned. In addition, Norgle gave PPCA another 24 hours to file its response to the information provided by city officials, and he set a hearing for Thursday morning, when he is expected to rule on the issue. Du... More About: Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: 'Gay-Friendly' Companies Up 41%
2007-09-19 05:53:00 Author: Eric Subject: 'Gay-Friendly' Companies Up 41%Posted: Tue Sep 18, 2007 11:53 pm (GMT -4) 'Gay-Friendly' Companies Up 41% Marriott, Macy's, Mastercard, Yahoo! join annual list As the House prepares to vote on a bill banning discrimination against homosexuals, another 57 corporations have been added to an annual list of the nation's "gay-friendly" major businesses, an increase of 41 percent over last year. For the sixth year, Human Rights Campaign, a homosexual-rights group, released its Corporate Equality Index of businesses earning a perfect score of 100. The score is based on employers' treatment of "gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender" employees. It measures factors such as non-discrimination policies, diversity training and benefits for domestic partners and transgender employees. An unprecedented 195 major corporations received a perfect score, compared to just 13 companies when the index began in 2002. Also, for the first ti... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Christians Help with Assessment of Ebola Outbreak
2007-09-19 05:48:00 Author: Eric Subject: Christians Help with Assessment of Ebola Outbreak in CongoPosted: Tue Sep 18, 2007 11:48 pm (GMT -4) Christians Help with Assessment of an Ebola Outbreak in Congo Congo-Kinshasa (MNN) ― The World Health Organization (WHO) confirms an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Measures are being taken to contain the spread of the deadly virus. Already, more than 150 people have died in the central province of Kasai Occidental. Ebola is one of the deadliest pathogens, killing 50 to 80 percent of the people it infects. Because it is highly contagious, health officials in Congo are trying to quarantine anyone with symptoms, and there's an ongoing media campaign to educate villagers about the crisis. 1995 marked Congo's last major Ebola outbreak in Kikwit. Then it killed 250 people in an area about 250 miles west of the current outbreak. The movement of the people in the bush is complicating efforts to quarantine the infected, and that... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: The Gospel is Moving Toward a People Group in Ghan
2007-09-19 05:45:00 Author: Eric Subject: The Gospel is Moving Toward a People Group in GhanaPosted: Tue Sep 18, 2007 11:45 pm (GMT -4) The Gospel is Moving Toward a People Group in Ghana Ghana (MNN) ― The Wycliffe Bible Translation team working with the Ahanta in Ghana has finished the New Testament consultant checks and the JESUS film dubbing. The Ahanta are found east of the Nzema in the southwest, occupying the area between Cape Three Points and the Pra River. According to SIL, their literacy rate is below 1% in a first language, slightly jumping in a second language to anywhere between 5% to 15%. That makes getting the Gospel to this people group a challenge. The team is hoping the manuscript will be ready for typesetting within the next couple of months. There are roughly 140,000 Ahanta speakers. Pray that those who see the JESUS film will respond in faith and obedience. Pray, too, for a God-honoring dedication celebration in 2008. Source: www.mnnonline.org More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Over 1,000 Take Part in Prayer March
2007-09-18 06:02:00 Author: Eric Subject: Over 1,000 Take Part in Prayer MarchPosted: Tue Sep 18, 2007 12:02 am (GMT -4) Over 1,000 Take Part in Prayer March Adrian G. Uribarri LEESBURG - More than 1,000 marchers walked from City Hall to Leesburg Regional Medical Center Saturday morning to show support for Danny Harvey, recently fired from the hospital after he refused to stop praying for patients in the name of Jesus Christ. "I'm here to support Jesus Christ and being able to pray in his name," said Aaron Schotsch, 39. "So many of our rights are being taken away all the time. Everybody's trying to make everything politically correct." The procession was solemn and quiet. Demonstrators were told not to bring banners nor signs, but they spanned several blocks. At the front of the crowd was Harvey, wearing a brimmed straw hat, black pants and, like many of his supporters, a T-shirt that read, "My Jesus My Freedom My Stand." "I was terminated because I pr... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Nigerian Pentecostalism Thriving on Miracles, Pros
2007-09-18 05:48:00 Author: Eric Subject: Nigerian Pentecostalism Thriving on Miracles , ProsperityPosted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 11:48 pm (GMT -4) Nigerian Pentecostalism Thriving on Miracles, Prosperity Promises Ethan Cole Millions are flooding to join Pentecostal churches in Africa where vows of miraculous healing and promises of pending fortunes attract the overwhelming population of sick and poor on the continent. In particular, the West African nation of Nigeria is experiencing the fastest growth in Christianity in Africa with Pentecostal churches playing a large role in this development. Nigeria is said to have the world’s third largest population of Pentecostals with 3.9 million members, following Brazil with 24 million and the United States with about 6 million adherents, according to the World Christian database. But what makes Nigeria as well as other African nations unique is their heavy emphasis – moreso than Pentecostalism in the West – on miracles, which incorporate traditional Af... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Evangelical Giants Passing; Who Will Defend Biblic
2007-09-18 05:39:00 Author: Eric Subject: Evangelical Giants Passing; Who Will Defend Biblical Truth?Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 11:39 pm (GMT -4) Evangelical Giants Passing; Who Will Defend Biblical Truth? Lillian Kwon The loss of another leading Christian in the conservative movement poses concerns for the older generation of evangelicals, at least for one who sees America tipping at any moment either to the right or to the left. "We're in a very critical time in our nation where the pendulum ... could swing in one of two directions," said Dr. James Dobson, founder and chairman of Focus on the Family and one of the most influential conservative evangelicals, this past week. "And so many of the things that we believe and have fought to defend are in question today." Dobson made his comments Thursday at the public funeral service honoring the life of Dr. D. James Kennedy, founder of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church and Coral Ridge Ministries, who died last week at age 76. ... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Christian Students Leading Revival in USA Public S
2007-09-18 05:31:00 Author: Eric Subject: Christian Students Leading Revival in USA Public SchoolsPosted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 11:31 pm (GMT -4) Christian Students Leading Revival in USA Public Schools A revival of faith and grace has been happening in America's Public Schools. A Revolution: and it's being led by dynamic Christian teenagers and children. A confluence of three significant Christian-youth events positively influencing America's public schools is converging upon campuses the week of September 23-29. A veritable "trinity" of Great Commission happenings: * "See You At The Pole" (www.syatp.org) * "Scriptures in Schools Week" Sept 23-29 * "Adopt-A-School-for-Christ" Campus Challenge Sunday 9/23 (www.everyschool.com) Millions of Christian students, along with teachers/staff, parents, and clergy, will participate at Public Schools across America. Preliminary rallies and concerts are being held in churches and venues the weekend ... More About: News , Events
News & Current Events :: Low Caste Party in India Takes Control of State
2007-09-18 05:24:00 Author: Eric Subject: Low Caste Party in India Takes Control of StatePosted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 11:24 pm (GMT -4) Low Caste Party in India Takes Control of State India (MNN) ― Gospel For Asia reports that a low-caste political party in India won state assembly elections in Uttar Pradesh. That's good news for the large percentage of Dalits and low castes who reside there. Already, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati has directed officials to initiate strict action against all those who disrupt law and order and destroy public properties. According to GFA, over the next five years, the Bahujan Samaj Party's (BSP) leader, Mayawati Naina Kumari, is promising to increase education for Dalits, maintain religious freedom, and uphold their justice. Their example brings hope to many beleaguered Christians because Uttar Pradesh is also one of the most influential states in Indian politics, boasting several of India's Prime Ministers. Shortly after the BSP took an... More About: News , Events , Current Events
News & Current Events :: Islam Expert: Europe Well on the Way to 'Islamizat
2007-09-18 05:17:00 Author: Eric Subject: Islam Expert: Europe Well on the Way to 'Islamization'Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 11:17 pm (GMT -4) Islam Expert: Europe Well on the Way to 'Islamization' Chad Groening A best-selling author and leading expert on Islam says that religion is well on its way to taking control of Europe -- and he's afraid that widespread violence may break out as a result. In his new book, Religion of Peace? Why Christianity Is and Islam Isn't, Robert Spencer, who is director of Jihad Watch, says that the war on terror is in fact a struggle against an Islamic jihad that would conquer and subjugate Western non-Muslims. He also asserts that Islam is well on its way to taking over Europe because the population has been silent for too long. "It looks as if the problem as advanced far beyond the point of any kind of peaceful or easy resolution," he explains. "Europe is either going to acquiesce in its Islamization and in the imposition of Islamic Sharia law... More About: News , Events , Current Events
News & Current Events :: Texas A&M Ministry Started Small; Now 1000's Gathe
2007-09-18 05:09:00 Author: Eric Subject: Texas A&M Ministry Started Small ; Now 1000's GatherPosted: Mon Sep 17, 2007 11:09 pm (GMT -4) Texas A&M Ministry Started Small; Now Thousands Gather in Christ's Name Allie Martin Thousands of students at one public university in Texas are being impacted by an ongoing ministry effort. Back in 1989, 12 Christian students met in a small apartment at College Station, home to Texas A&M University. Those weekly Bible studies were the beginning of a ministry known as "Breakaway." Now, each Tuesday thousands of students fill the university's basketball arena for Bible study, worship, and prayer. Ben Stuart, director of the ministry, says for many students it is a safe introduction to the claims of Christ. "So a lot of students will bring their friends to Breakaway, and we kind of think of it as the big end of the funnel. We kind of receive a lot of students, they will come and investigate the faith," he says. "And then... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
Physics, Chemistry, & Biology :: Molecular Machines: Support for the Design
2007-09-09 13:11:00 Author: Eric Subject: Molecular Machines : Support for the Design InferencePosted: Sun Sep 09, 2007 7:11 am (GMT -4) Molecular Machines: Experimental Support for the Design Inference Michael J. Behe A Series of Eyes How do we see? In the 19th century the anatomy of the eye was known in great detail and the sophisticated mechanisms it employs to deliver an accurate picture of the outside world astounded everyone who was familiar with them. Scientists of the 19th century correctly observed that if a person were so unfortunate as to be missing one of the eye's many integrated features, such as the lens, or iris, or ocular muscles, the inevitable result would be a severe loss of vision or outright blindness. Thus it was concluded that the eye could only function if it were nearly intact. As Charles Darwin was considering possible objections to his theory of evolution by natural selection in The Origin of Species he discussed the problem of the eye in a section of the book app... More About: Physics , Biology
News & Current Events :: Seminaries Victorious In 'Landmark' Religious Free
2007-09-09 12:20:00 Author: Eric Subject: Seminaries Victorious In 'Landmark' Religious Free doms CasePosted: Sun Sep 09, 2007 6:20 am (GMT -4) Texas Seminaries Victorious In 'Landmark' Religious Freedoms Case Allie Martin Seminaries in Texas have won what is being called a landmark religious freedoms case. Last week's unanimous ruling by the Texas Supreme Court overturned two lower-court opinions and a Texas law that gave the state power over seminaries and their training of pastors and ministry leaders. Liberty Legal Institute (LLI) filed a lawsuit on behalf of Tyndale Theological Seminary in 1999, after the state's higher education coordinating board threatened to fine the seminary thousands of dollars as punishment for issuing theological degrees without seeking government approval of its curriculum, professors, and board. Kelly Shackelford, president of LLI, says the justices' ruling on Friday was clear. "What the court said, 8-to-0, is I think true -- which is that really ... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Bring Your Bibles to Public Schools Week: Sept 23-
2007-09-09 12:17:00 Author: Eric Subject: Bring Your Bibles to Public Schools Week: Sept 23-29Posted: Sun Sep 09, 2007 6:17 am (GMT -4) Bring Your Bibles to Public Schools Week: Sept 23-29 MEDIA ADVISORY, Sept. 8 /Christian News wire/ -- The 10th annual, nationwide "Scriptures in Schools Week" is scheduled for September 23-29. Christian students, teachers, and staff in public schools throughout America are encouraged to bring their Bibles to school. "The only people keeping the Bible out of America's public schools are - us Christians," says Bob Pawson, SIS National Coordinator. "It's not the ACLU, Supreme Court, or school boards: It's just us." "But, good news! We Christians can lovingly and legally remedy this by simply bringing in our own personal Bibles. Let's fill America's public schools with Biblical information by using legitimate scholarly techniques. By simply exercising our American rights and liberties, we can help fulfill the Great Commissio... More About: Events , Current Events
News & Current Events :: Spike in Suicide Rates for Girls Sends Warning to
2007-09-08 22:27:00 Author: Eric Subject: Spike in Suicide Rates for Girls Sends Warning to ParentsPosted: Sat Sep 08, 2007 4:27 pm (GMT -4) Spike in Suicide Rates for Young Girls Sends Warning to Parents Audrey Barrick Suicide rates among young girls jumped in recent years by 8 percent – the largest spike in 15 years. Suicides for young people ages 10-24 had declined 28.5 percent between 1990 and 2003, but between 2003 and 2004, the rate increased dramatically, according to a report released Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “This is the biggest annual increase that we’ve seen in 15 years. We don′t yet know if this is a short-lived increase or if it′s the beginning of a trend,” said Dr. Ileana Arias, director of CDC′s National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, in the report. “Either way, it′s a harsh reminder that suicide and suicide attempts are affecting too many youth and young adults. We need to make sure suicide prevention effor... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Christian Leaders Urge APEC to Tackle Climate Chan
2007-09-08 22:24:00 Author: Eric Subject: Christian Leaders Urge APEC to Tackle Climate ChangePosted: Sat Sep 08, 2007 4:24 pm (GMT -4) Christian Leaders Urge APEC to Tackle Climate Change Ethan Cole Fifty Australian Christian leaders urged those at the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit to address the “moral challenge” of climate change. In a letter to the APEC heads, a panel from the Christian anti-poverty group Micah Challenge Australia pressed the Pacific Rim leaders to discuss how to cut greenhouse gas emission. “Our warming world can no longer afford to pay the price of our carbon-intensive industries, economies and lifestyles,” wrote Micah Challenge. “We ask you to focus your discussions on the need to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance international cooperation through the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol.” Leaders from the 21 Pacific Rim economies have been meeting in Sydney throughout this week ahead of thi... More About: News , Events , Current Events
News & Current Events :: Diocese Settles Abuse Claims for $198M
2007-09-08 22:20:00 Author: Eric Subject: Diocese Settles Abuse Claims for $198MPosted: Sat Sep 08, 2007 4:20 pm (GMT -4) Diocese Settles Abuse Claims for $198M Allison Hoffman SAN DIEGO (AP) -- The Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego said Friday it has agreed to pay $198.1 million to settle 144 claims of sexual abuse by clergy, the second-largest payment by a diocese. The agreement caps more than four years of negotiations in state and federal courts. Earlier this year, the diocese abruptly filed for bankruptcy protection just hours before trial was scheduled to begin on 42 lawsuits alleging sexual abuse. Bankruptcy could shield the diocese's assets, but a judge recently threatened to throw out the bankruptcy case if church officials didn't reach an agreement with the plaintiffs. The San Diego diocese initially offered about $95 million to settle the claims. The victims were seeking about $200 million. "The diocese has always been committed to resolving this litigation in a way th... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Equality Law Denies Christians Right to Oppose Hom
2007-09-08 22:17:00 Author: Eric Subject: Equality Law Denies Christians Right to Oppose HomosexualityPosted: Sat Sep 08, 2007 4:17 pm (GMT -4) Church of England: Labour's Equality Law Denies Christians Right to Oppose Homosexuality Steve Doughty Labour's latest equality law will deprive Christians of the right of free speech, the Church of England has warned. The Single Equality Bill could force vicars to conduct weddings for sex-change brides, deprive Christians of the right to oppose homosexuality and make church schools promote gay lifestyles in lessons, said the Archbishops' Council. Church charities may also be barred from saying grace before meals or displaying crucifixes, it claimed. The CofE document - endorsed by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams - warned that the Bill attempts to suppress freedom of speech and "amounts to an enforced secularism that fails to respect religious belief at all". The fierce response is the latest in a series of clashes... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Tribe Accepts Christ, Turns From False God
2007-08-31 23:57:00 Author: Eric Subject: Tribe Accepts Christ , Turns From False GodPosted: Fri Aug 31, 2007 5:57 pm (GMT -4) Tribe Accepts Christ, Turns From False God Papua New Guinea (MNN) ― After years of resistance, a people group in Papua New Guinea has found a new way of life. Missionaries from New Tribes Mission began working with the Bisorio people in 1977 and shared the Gospel with them for the first time in 1982. Until then, the group had lived in fear of evil spirits, and most of them had killed at least one other person. The new believers became very motivated to help others. "They were concerned about their relatives that lived out in the hills and began praying for their enemies that God would send someone that could come and share the good news with them as well," said Bob Kennell of NTM who was there when they first worked with the Bisorios. One group of Bisorio people in an area called Wilipa, however, was less reachable. Those people came to the missi... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current
News & Current Events :: Christians Help Local Believers Open Schools for t
2007-08-31 23:54:00 Author: Eric Subject: Christians Help Local Believers Open Schools for the PoorPosted: Fri Aug 31, 2007 5:54 pm (GMT -4) Christians Help Local Believers Open Schools for the Poor Ghana (MNN) ― The global war on poverty is being addressed head-on by Christians all over the world. Opportunity International is a part of that effort through their Microschools of Opportunity. It's a new initiative that provides loans to what they call "edupreneurs" who open schools in poor neighborhoods where education isn't accessible. Opportunity's Director for Strategic Partnerships and Education expert is Mokonan Getu. He says poverty is rampant. Getu thinks he knows one of the reasons why. "The governments have failed to provide school facilities in the remote areas and the poor areas." Getu says education is poor at best in poor areas. Because of that need, Opportunity International is coming alongside nationals in these areas and providing micro-loans to he... More About: News , Events , Current Events
News & Current Events :: Kindergarten Cops Rule: Witches In, Bibles Out
More articles from this author:2007-08-31 23:49:00 Author: Eric Subject: Kindergarten Cops Rule: Witches In, Bibles OutPosted: Fri Aug 31, 2007 5:49 pm (GMT -4) Kindergarten Cops Rule: Witches In, Bibles Out 'Sounds the death knell for religious freedom' A court decision that opens the doors of Culbertson Elementary School in Pennsylvania to books about witches – but rejects the Bible as being too "proselytizing" – is being challenged. The Arizona-based Alliance Defense Fund has submitted amicus briefs in a lawsuit filed when a kindergarten student, under an assignment in which parents were invited to read their child's favorite book, was denied permission to have his mother read a Bible story. A decision in U.S. District Court that sided with the school's decision to ban the Bible reading, while allowing teachers to suggest reading books about "witches and Halloween," effectively "sounds the death knell for religious freedom in public schools," the ADF argues. "By transmuting ... More About: News , Events , Current Events , Current 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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