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The Leading U.S. Islamic Home Financing Provider Launches New Mobile App
Guidance Residential’s new mobile app, "giOS for Homeowners" brings riba-free home financing to the fingertips of homebuyers and refinancers. - February 28, 2018 - Guidance Residential
Hosanna Transitional Living Opens Sober Living Home for Teens
Hosanna Transitional Living opened a Christian-based post-treatment transitional housing and sober living environment for adolescent males in Castro Valley, California. The sober living program is a much needed addition to California’s current substance abuse treatment matrix due to a severe shortage in adolescent transitional living. - February 27, 2018 - Hosanna Transitional Living
University of Central Florida Students Visit Clearwater’s Scientology Information Center and Social Betterment Centers
On Saturday Feb 18th, students from Orlando’s University of Central Florida (UCF) visited downtown Clearwater to learn what is Scientology at the Scientology Information Center. They left with an understanding of the Church’s beliefs and how its humanitarian programs help the world. - February 24, 2018 - Church of Scientology
Several Faiths Join Together to Celebrate International Women’s Day
Diverse women of faith are joining together to celebrate International Women’s Day. - February 23, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
ICNA Outraged at School Killings in South Florida
The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) expresses its outrage at the shooting that took place in a high school yesterday in South Florida. The indiscriminate attack at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High school in Broward County killed 17 according to the latest media reports. “Our hearts... - February 15, 2018 - ICNA
Gulfport Ecumenical Fellowship to Host Church Security Seminar with Local Police
Gulfport Police Lieutenant Paul Podlin to offer local church leaders a seminar on church security, responding to an active shooter situation and working with local law enforcement, sponsored by the Gulfport Ecumenical Fellowship on March 1 at 6 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church. - February 15, 2018 - Gulfport Ecumenical Fellowship
Nashville Church of Scientology Holds World Interfaith Harmony Breakfast and Dialogue
The Church of Scientology in Nashville opened its doors to all religious communities for a special interfaith breakfast and dialogue in observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week. - February 10, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Alive Again Ministries Offers Treatment for Addiction for Girls with Life Controlling Issues
Alive Again Ministry is a Christian organization that operates a beautiful home serving 12 girls at any one-time, teaching them life skills, spiritual healing, and biblical love. The program engages the girls with a healthy diet, exercise and counseling for a period of one year. - February 08, 2018 - Alive Again Ministries
New Book Edited by Amy Kalmanofsky Examines Sexual Violence in Sacred Texts
FSR Books releases a new book that explores sexual violence in sacred texts, within the context of an interfaith dialogue among Jewish, Muslim and Christian feminists. - February 08, 2018 - Dog Ear Publishing
American Public Television Co-Produces and Syndicates “Jesus: Countdown to Calvary,” with Hugh Bonneville, for Easter 2018
Co-produced by RTÉ, American Public Television (APT) and ARTE, and releasing on public television stations nationwide March 1, 2018, “Jesus: Countdown to Calvary” is a new documentary, syndicated by APT (aptonline.org), in which actor Hugh Bonneville (Notting Hill, Downton Abbey,... - February 06, 2018 - American Public Television
Halal Socks Stands in Solidarity to Honour Quebec Mosque Shooting Incident
January 29th marks the one-year anniversary of the Quebec City mosque shooting incident that devastated the Muslim Community across North America. The mass shooting resulted in six worshippers being killed and nineteen injured. In response to this tragedy, Toronto-based company Halal Socks released... - January 23, 2018 - Halal Socks Inc.
Wright Scoop Launches Book
The Wright Scoop – Sylvia Hoehns Wright launches book, "Lawfare, American Property Rights versus Muslim Supremacy." - January 17, 2018 - The Wright Scoop
Nashville Church of Scientology Welcomes Community to an Open House Event on World Civil Defense Day
The Nashville Church of Scientology is observing World Civil Defense Day on March 1st with a church safety seminar. - January 13, 2018 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Downtown Clearwater’s Epiphany Celebration Brings New Visitors to Scientology Information Center
On January 6th, a celebration was held in honor of the Day of the Epiphany in Downtown Clearwater. Hosted by the Puerto Rican restaurant La Fondita de Leo, the event brought several thousand members of the Puerto Rican community to downtown to enjoy food, music and good company. People covered the street, mingled on the sidewalks and dozens of curious visitors stepped into the Scientology Information Center for the first time. - January 13, 2018 - Church of Scientology
Report Launch and Panel Discussion - Friday, January 19, 2018 "Bearing Faith: The Limits of Catholic Health Care for Women of Color"
Columbia Law School’s Public Rights/Private Conscience Project and Public Health Solutions announce the release of a groundbreaking report on how the rules governing care at Catholic-affiliated hospitals in the U.S. impact women of color’s access to reproductive health care. - January 11, 2018 - The Center for Gender & Sexuality Law
Theology of Prince by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Even though Prince was an internationally renowned artist, little is known about the impact of religion and spirituality on his music and artistic expression. Through this Call for Submissions on the Theology of Prince, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities will curate and publish art, poems, essays, and academic papers from a variety of religious, spiritual, and theological perspectives. - January 09, 2018 - United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Prayer Points for 2018: Prayer is the Door to Success in 2018
Christian prayer portal PrayRay.com has announced its main prayer points for the 2018 year. These Prayer points for the 2018 are for Christian people to pray for world, local community and personal needs and issues. - January 09, 2018 - PrayRay.com
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) Honors the Newest Women of Empowerment Members
P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) is proud to recognize their newest Women of Empowerment members who have been honored for their contributions and achievements in the many fields listed. About The New Women of Empowerment Members P.O.W.E.R. (Professional... - January 04, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Nashville Church of Scientology to Host World Interfaith Harmony Breakfast
The Church of Scientology in Nashville is opening its doors to all religious communities for a special interfaith breakfast and dialogue in observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week in 2018. - December 28, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
N2L Records Announce Release of New Single by the Mighty Men of Faith
N2L Records, a subsidiary of Baysco Entertainment Diversified Company L.L.C., is pleased to announce that the award winning Bay Area quartet Mighty Men of Faith will release “River of Life” on January 8, 2018. It will be available on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon, and other popular music... - December 20, 2017 - Baysco Entertainment Diversified Co. L.L.C.
In-Gauge of Polk County Announces Church - Guardian Training
Armed Guardian Training for faith based organizations - Because we are no longer safe in our places of worship. - December 20, 2017 - In-Gauge of Polk County
Maryknoll Lay Missioners Sends Forth Their Lay Missioner Class of 2017
This is MKLM’s 50th Lay Missioner Class Since 1975. - December 08, 2017 - Maryknoll Lay Missioners
Powerful New Book "Rabbi Sha'ul – A Jewish Testimony" Now Available on Amazon
Meticulously researched and written by Max Debono-De-Laurentis, "Rabbi Sha'ul – A Jewish Testimony" takes readers back thousands of years, to days predating the New Testament, to discover exactly how he lived and remained as a Jew. "It's one of the only books to take such a... - December 05, 2017 - MDDL Discernment and Study Ministry
Nashville Church of Scientology Spreading Joy During the Holiday Season
Scientologists believe in spreading the warmth and joy of the holiday season to the community and beyond. - December 02, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Maryknoll Lay Missioners Celebrates Jean Donovan with a Presentation of Her Guitar
The event commemorates the anniversary of the martyrdom of the four churchwomen in El Salvador in 1980. - December 01, 2017 - Maryknoll Lay Missioners
Exquisite, Monumental Tapestry by Artist Byron Keith Byrd Will be Featured at Art Basel Miami 2017 in Blink Group Projects Exhibit
At Spectrum, Booth 315, December 7th - 10th - November 30, 2017 - Elizabeth Bryan Studio
Dreama M. Kelly Recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dreama M. Kelly of Petersburg, West Virginia has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 5 years in the field of life coaching. About Dreama M. Kelly Dreama M. Kelly is a Life Coach at Your Life... - November 28, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Reverend Rayne L. Dabney Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Reverend Rayne L. Dabney of East Syracuse, New York has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for 25 years in the field of healthcare. About Reverend Rayne L. Dabney Rev. Dabney serves as an... - November 22, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
The New Readable Bible Targets Millennials with Its Modern Formats
A new Bible in modern formats hopes to increase Bible readership, especially in young people, with its inviting design and easier readability. - November 22, 2017 - The Readable Bible
Pastor Daniel Adeyekun & His Wife Filed a Federal Lawsuit in Chicago Against the Celestial Church of Christ, USA Diocese Seeking Over $2 Million in Damages
Plaintiffs, Pastor Daniel Adeyekun and Olashile Adeyekun, his wife, filed a federal lawsuit against the Celestial Church of Christ, USA Diocese, the Celestial Church of Christ, Chicago Oshoffa Parish, the Celestial Church of Christ, Region B and several Church Clerics, Elders and Members including... - November 16, 2017 - Otubusin & Associates, P.C.
Laura Bush, Former Pres. Obasanjo Help Vision Africa Celebrate 20th Anniversary
Former First Lady Laura Bush and former Nigerian Pres. Olusegun Obasanjo were special guests as Vision Africa, a ministry that seeks to heal the bodies, minds and souls of Africans, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. Mrs. Bush, a longtime champion for Africa and its people, spoke at the... - November 10, 2017 - Vision Africa
The Greatest of All Time: Tennessee Mass Choir Celebrates Its 27th Year Anniversary and Launches Inaugural Concert
Known as one of the greatest gospel groups in the country, The Tennessee Mass Choir will bring together the best in gospel music at the 27th year anniversary celebration, Music From The Masses, on November 18th. - November 04, 2017 - Music From the Masses
Bhai Sahiba Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa Awarded Sikhs in Education at the Sikh Awards 2017 in Toronto
Bhai Sahiba Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa, PhD, was honored with the Sikhs In Education Award at the eighth annual Sikh Awards 2017, which took place at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Toronto. This award is bestowed to any Sikh educational establishment, teacher or individual that is taking a strategic approach to recognizing, educating and developing the talent and skills within the community. - October 30, 2017 - Create Inner Peace
Bhai Sahiba Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa Honored in Jewels of the Punjab Leading Global Punjab Personalities
Panth Rattan Bhai Sahiba Bibiji Inderjit Kaur Khalsa has been honored by Maneesh Media with inclusion in Jewels of Punjab – Leading Global Punjabi Personalities, 34th publication, released on the eve of India’s 71st Independence Day, August 14, 2017, in New Delhi, is a commemoration... - October 30, 2017 - Create Inner Peace
Local Knights of Columbus Are Asking the Community to Come Together and Pray the Rosary
Knights of Columbus Abnaki Council 334, located at St. Michael Parish, is inviting all members of the Central Maine area to participate in the organization’s Family Rosary Program. This service will be conducted on Sunday, October 29th, prior to the 10am mass at St. Augustine Church. This... - October 26, 2017 - Knights of Columbus - Abnaki Council 334
First Interfaith Youth Event Held at the Scientology Information Center
The Tampa Bay Youth Coalition of Interfaith Tampa Bay held its first annual event to “Honor our Youth” event at the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater on September 30th. Forty members from a diverse range of churches and groups attended. - October 07, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Feminists Shamefully Silent on Plight of Muslim Women, Says Feminist Phyllis Chesler in New Book from New English Review Press
Speaking about her new book, “Islamic Gender Apartheid: Exposing the Veiled War Against Women” from New English Review Press, Phyllis Chesler mourned the fact that so many American progressives, including feminists, have so disgracefully abandoned their Muslim and other tribal sisters... - October 02, 2017 - New English Review Press
Father Richard Klingeisen Honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Legacy Member
Father Richard Klingeisen, of Reedsville, Wisconsin, has recently been recognized as a Legacy Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as well as a Lifetime Industry Leader of the Month (January) for his outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Religion and Healthcare. - September 30, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Tampa Church Will Host a Choir from Germany as They Focus on Hurricane Victims Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 11:00am
Mount Olive Church is a very compassionate and caring church and they love to reach out to help the community. The Mount Olive Church leader teaches us to always reach out to help that's why they are having a concert with this amazing choir from Germany and the proceeds will go to the hurricane victims. All are invited to support this event. - September 29, 2017 - Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church
Dr. Rick Hertless and John Rose's New Book "Fear Not! Angels Have Your Back" Has Been Released on Amazon.com
Dr. Rick Hertless and John Rose have released their new book Fear Not! Angels Have Your Back. David Yanez, author of Igniter of Faith, says, "Fear Not! Angels Have Your Back is a great read that Rick and John have brought us. This book gives insight to the angels around us and the roles they play, with Biblical truths backed by Scripture. . . .” It is a must read for those who do not understand the security God places around us in troubled times. - September 27, 2017 - His Gospel Power
Strong Systems Solutions is Inviting All Pastors, Leaders, CFO’s, and Trustees to Join Them for Their First Official Meet & Greet, Demo Day for Strong Systems Solutions
Strong Systems Solutions will be introducing and discussing their New Cloud Based Software Accounting Program that will assist churches and faith based organizations, as well as conduct free consultations regarding Accounting and IRS Policies and Regulations. - September 23, 2017 - Strong Systems Solutions
Baha’is Celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Birth of Bahá’u’lláh
As 2017 begins, over 5 million Baha’is worldwide are preparing for major upcoming celebrations. On October 22, 2017, in some 100,000 localities worldwide including in Belize, Baha’is will celebrate the bicentenary of the birth of Bahá’u’lláh, the Prophet Founder of the Baha’i Faith. - September 23, 2017 - National Spiritual Assembly of Belize
Gay Daughter of Focus on the Family Executive Unmasks Her Coming Out Story with New Memoir
Releasing Oct. 1st, "Refocusing My Family," unmasks Amber Cantorna's true story of being raised in the epi-center of Christian family values and how coming out as gay tore that paradigm apart, shunned her from her family, and burdened her with a degree of devastation that nearly took her life. With grace and transparency, Amber’s book sheds light on the harm that religious and family rejection reeks on the human soul, and offers to LGBTQ people and their religious families, a better way to love. - September 22, 2017 - Beyond
Dr. Carol E. Parrish Harra Recognized as a Top Executive by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Carol E. Parrish Harra of Tahlequah, Oklahoma has been recognized as a Top Executive for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of religious ministry. About Dr. Carol E. Parrish Harra Dr. Parrish... - September 08, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Institute for Healing of Memories – North America Receives Grant Award from Disabled Veterans National Foundation
The Institute for Healing of Memories – North America is honored to announce it has received a Capacity Building grant from the Disabled Veterans National Foundation (DVNF) for $25,000, which will support Veteran Healing of Memories Workshops in Chattanooga, TN and Los Angeles, CA. Gloria... - September 06, 2017 - Institute for Healing of Memories - North America
Record Numbers of British Pilgrims at Hajj
Over 25,000 British Pilgrims stood on the plains of Arafah to perform Hajj this year, an increase to last years numbers after Hajj quotas were restored. The Council of British Hajjis (CBHUK) is a natonional charity who have a team deployed to support British Pilgrims. CBHUK met with the British... - September 06, 2017 - Council of British Hajjis
Looking for Rosh Hashanah Lunch and Dinner in a Glatt Kosher Restaurant in Manhattan, New York? Talia's Steakhouse & Bar Announces They Will Offer Prepaid Meals.
For over 15 years, Talia's Steakhouse has been offering prepaid Glatt Kosher lunch and dinner during Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Simchat Torah and Shabbat. - September 04, 2017 - Talia’s Steakhouse & Bar House
Tammy Lane Productions Presents the Apocalypse Experience as a Different Type of Event During the Halloween Season That Challenges You to Face Your Future and Fight Fear
Capernaum First Century Village Event Center and Live Productions along with Tammy Lane Productions brings an exciting, terrifying production to the Weatherford area. In its second year of production, the Apocalypse Experience combines professional actors with realistic special effects in a brick and mortar town for guests to experience a 45-minute live action walk through of what could happen during the end times. - September 02, 2017 - Capernaum First Century Village
New Book by Elisabeth Schüssler Fiorenza Challenges Thinking About Feminist Religious Theory
Elisabeth Schüssler Fiorenza’s new book challenges the tendency of feminist theory to leave behind religion as a place for feminist political theory and action. It's been released by Dog Ear Publishing. - August 31, 2017 - Dog Ear Publishing
Nashville Church of Scientology Fosters Hope on World Humanitarian Day
The World Humanitarian Day open house at the Nashville Church of Scientology inspired volunteers to take action and exemplify the spirit of the day. - August 30, 2017 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville