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Scientology Volunteer Ministers Provides a Breath of Hope Amidst Chaos in Puerto Rico
This week, six Clearwater Scientologists who are members of the Scientology Volunteer Ministers (VMs) Disaster Response team travelled to Puerto Rico to assist in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria relief efforts. - September 30, 2017 - Church of Scientology
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
Westminster Presbyterian Church to Host Fall Festival and Blessing of the Pets
Oct. 7 community fall festival to feature blessing of the pets, pet supply drive for the Humane Society of South Mississippi, and free food, games and music for all ages. - September 27, 2017 - Westminster Presbyterian Church
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
Church of Scientology Piano Concert Provides Relief for Hurricane Irma Aftermath
On September 16th at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater, local residents took solace in music and enjoyed classical music concert in honor of National Piano Month. The performer was Polish pianist, Mr. Andreas Kazmierzack. - September 23, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Korean Temple Cultural Event is Open to the Public for the First Time
In honor of the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea, Cultural Corps of Korean Buddhism is kicking off festivities with a Cultural Week of Korean Temple Food and a real taste of what it’s like to visit Korean temples. The public will get to experience this without hopping on a plane and... - September 11, 2017 - Korean Temple Food
Gospel Music Singer/Songwriter, Kimberlee M. Leber, Provides Relief to This Hurting World on Her New Album "Like a Tree" Now Launching to Global Radio with AirPlay Direct
Offering musical medicine for the soul, the album truly provides a message for humanity at this critical hour of need. Clearly our world is crying for real hope, peace, and restoration right now. And Kimberlee, alongside her husband, are answering God's call to help meet those needs by releasing music that has been prayerfully pulled down from Heaven. And now, “Like a Tree” is being launched to global radio through AirPlay Direct, a digital delivery system for global radio programmers. - September 07, 2017 - Kimberlee M. Leber
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
Was Your Wedding Cancelled Because of Hurricane Harvey? The French Quarter Wedding Chapel is Helping Couples.
Couples are welcomed to call. As The French Quarter Wedding Chapel recovered from Hurricane Katrina, they are here to help their neighbors and couples in Texas. More information can be found on their website www.frenchquarterweddingchapel.com. - September 02, 2017 - The French Quarter Wedding Chapel
The Church of Scientology Announces Downtown Block Party Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
The Church of Scientology announces its next Downtown Block Party on September 23rd in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, on the corner of Cleveland Street and Fort Harrison Avenue. The event welcomes all people from all communities, and will feature a Hispanic flair. The event starts at 5pm. - September 02, 2017 - Church of Scientology
“Old Larimee,” The Lazy G Ranch Cook Brings the Old-West to Scientology Information Center and Saves the Day
The L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theater brought gun smoke, mystery and magic to downtown Clearwater at the Scientology Information Center performing, “The Magic Quirt,” on August 26th as an old-time radio show theater performance. - September 02, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Chosen Women's Conference Has a Powerful Purpose
The purpose of the Chosen Women's Conference is to empower, uplift, and bring out the value and worth of every female. - September 02, 2017 - Hickory Grove C.M.E Church
"Broadway and Beyond" Gives Another Hit Performance at the Scientology Info Center, This Time Celebrating Summer
On Saturday August 19th, at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater, Joanie Sigal and Tom Godfrey, the singing duo, “Broadway and Beyond,” performed their end of summer concert to a packed house. - August 23, 2017 - Church of Scientology
National Piano Month Celebrated with Chopin, Beethoven & Liszt Classical Piano Concert
In honor of National Piano Month, celebrated in September each year, Polish pianist, Mr. Andreas Kazmierzack will perform a classical piano concert on Saturday, September 16th at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. Refreshments will be served at 6:30pm, and the concert starts 7pm. - August 19, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Announces Interfaith Musical Event for 2018
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) has just announced that it will be holding an interfaith musical event in early 2018. - August 16, 2017 - Religion Communicators Council
"Broadway and Beyond" to Perform Long-Running Classics at Scientology Information Center This Summer
The Broadway and Beyond singing duo, Joanie Sigal & Tom Godfrey, will host their Summer concert at the Scientology Information Center on August 19th in Downtown Clearwater’s Historic Clearwater Building. The event starts at 6:30pm. Light refreshments will be served. - August 11, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Chef Maneet Chauhan to Headline Feed the Children Fundraiser Event in South River New Jersey
Pastor Jimmy Dynarski of the Tabernacle Baptist Church of South River is holding a food themed fundraiser to support fifteen orphan children of tribal India. Funds will help provide basic needs, education, and medicine to the children and immediate community. - August 10, 2017 - Tabernacle Baptist Church of South River
The Scientology Information Center to Host Its Next Old-Time Radio Show Theater Reading This August
The L. Ron Hubbard Golden Age Theater will perform their next theatrical reading presentation, “The Magic Quirt,” on August 26th at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. Written by L. Ron Hubbard, the story was originally published in 1948 in The Rio Kid Western Magazine. - August 03, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Free Tutoring Service Offered by Chinese Community Church of South Bay
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, will be offering free tutoring service for Junior High and High School students for the Fall and Spring semesters of the 2017-2018 school year. This free tutoring service, which is offered as part of... - August 02, 2017 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
Entrepreneur & Former Software Developer Launches Ground-Breaking App
Vicky E. Lynch, an entrepreneur and visionary, took her love of the Bible, education, and her knowledge of technology and melded it into a ground-breaking, inspirational app just for kids ages 3-12 years old. - July 29, 2017 - Words from a Childlike Heart
Enduo Clothes: A Free Clothing Giveaway
Faith Harvest Church launches its first annual free clothing giveaway on Saturday, August 5, 2017. The intent of Enduo Clothes is to empower those in need of apparel with gently used and new clothes. This event, which targets women, men, youth, and infants, will be held at Faith Harvest Church in... - July 28, 2017 - Faith Harvest Church
Church of Scientology Celebrates "Freedom of Religion" for All Faiths
On July 22nd the Scientology Choir, guest singers and members of the local community came together in support of freedom of religion at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. Guests were treated to the 2nd Annual “Night of the Arts for Human Rights” concert, focusing on Human Rights Article 18, “Everyone shall have the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion.” - July 27, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology, Downtown Merchants & Tampa Bay Families Celebrate Summer Together
July 15th the Church of Scientology sponsored Block Party in downtown Clearwater brought local merchants, non-profits and over 2,500 residents of Tampa Bay in a joyous family celebration of summer. - July 27, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization Announces July Historic Fort Harrison Tour
The Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization invites the Tampa Bay community to its monthly tour of the Historic Fort Harrison on July 29th. The tour will take place from 1:30pm-3:30pm at 210 South Fort Harrison. Those interested in attending may RSVP to Amber Skjelset, tour hostess and Manager of the Scientology Information Center to participate. - July 15, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Aga Khan’s Diamond Jubilee Marks 60 Years of a Commitment to Faith, Pluralism and Improved Quality of Life
Shia Ismaili Muslims join with partners of the AKDN in celebrating His Highness’s endeavour to promote peace and progress. - July 10, 2017 - Aga Khan Development Network
The Scientology Information Answers Questions, Makes Friends with the World
This week the Scientology Information Center will be celebrating its 2 year anniversary. The Center is located at 500 Cleveland Street in downtown Clearwater, has brought 14,195 visitors from all over the world in to the center to learn about Dianetics, Scientology and the Church’s humanitarian activities. The Information Center is operated by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization. - July 08, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Welcome Reverend Julie Eklund, New Pastor of Redeemer UCC Sussex, August 1st 2017
Welcome Reverend Julie Eklund, new Pastor for Redeemer UCC, Sussex, WI. Julie is a recent Masters of Divinity graduate from the Chicago Theological Seminary, Chicago, Illinois. Rev. Julie and her husband Dustin and two sons are relocating to the area from Rockford, IL. Please join the people of... - July 07, 2017 - Redeemer United Church of Christ
St. Paul Lutheran School Principal in Grafton, Wisconsin Receives National Recognition
Mr. Michael Yurk, principal of St. Paul Lutheran School in Grafton was selected as a 2017 National Distinguished Principal. The National Association of Elementary School Principals established the program in 1984 to recognize and celebrate elementary and middle-level principals who set high... - July 01, 2017 - St. Paul Lutheran Church and School
The Church of Scientology Hosts Community 4th of July Reception
On Tuesday, July 4th the Church of Scientology Information Center will host a special Open House Reception for the community in honor of Independence Day in Downtown Clearwater from 5-10pm. - June 30, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Georgia Scientologists Recognize the International Day Against Drug Abuse
The Church of Scientology Atlanta hosted motivational speaker James Brown, who, in 1992, was shot in the neck over a drug deal and paralyzed from the neck down. Mr. Brown, in coordination with the Georgia Foundation for a Drug Free World, now uses this experience to teach at risk youth the importance of leading a drug-free life. - June 29, 2017 - Church of Scientology Atlanta
Classical Music Soothes Old Scars at the Scientology Information Center
On Saturday, June 17th, pianist Andreas Kazmierzack performed a classical piano concert at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater in honor of Fathers Day. The performance has special significance for Kazmierzack, a father of four. - June 23, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Summer Suppers Respond to a Call for More
A summer tradition since 1966, Summer Suppers have been a seasonal staple for tourists, summer folks and locals alike. The Summer Suppers will take place on Tuesday, July 11, 25 and August 8. - June 21, 2017 - Niantic Community Church
Scientology Choir Supports Human Rights at Special Concert
On Saturday, July 22nd, the Scientology Choir of Clearwater will perform at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. Refreshments will begin at 6:30pm, concert starts 7pm. - June 18, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Sets August Meeting
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) has just set an August business meeting to form a nominating committee for chapter officers. - June 16, 2017 - Religion Communicators Council
AiMP Network: Empower Your Health, Empower Yourself - Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle
The Apostles in the Marketplace (AiMP) Network will be presenting their health series tagged “Empower Your Health, Empower Yourself - Promoting A Healthy Lifestyle” 10 am on Saturday, June 24th, 2017 at Canaan Plaza, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. The popular saying, “health is... - June 15, 2017 - Apostles in the Marketplace
Church of Scientology Honors Fathers in Classical Concert
On Saturday, June 17th, in honor of Father’s Day Pianist Andreas Kazmierzack will make his debut performance at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. Refreshments will begin at 6:30pm, concert starts 7pm. - June 07, 2017 - Church of Scientology
The Murder Mystery of “Careful Cassidy” Performed at the Scientology Information Center
The L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Golden Age Theater performed the humorous detective mystery, “They Killed Him Dead” by L. Ron Hubbard this past weekend at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater to a packed house of radio theatre enthusiasts. - May 27, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Rabbi Receives Fellowship Honors
His four year involvement in educating the public about antisemitism, and his willingness to donate to the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews earned Rabbi Derrick Whitt the Patriarch Fellowship Honors. In a letter from IFCJ Founder/President Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, he expressed his... - May 21, 2017 - Kehillat HaDerech YHVH
Scientology Info Center Hosts Broadway Mother’s Day Tribute
Ms. Joanie Sigal and Mr. Tom Godfrey, veteran performers who make up the singing duo, “Broadway and Beyond,” performed on Saturday May 13th at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. The performance was in honor of Mother’s Day. More than 60 guests attended. - May 19, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Colleen Mitchell Wins Independent Press Award for Debut Title, "Who Does He Say You Are?"
Missionary and blogger Colleen Mitchell has been recognized with an Independent Press Award for her first book, "Who Does He Say You Are? Women Transformed by Christ in the Gospels." - May 18, 2017 - Franciscan Media
Ragan Sutterfield Wins Independent Press Award for Book on Wendell Berry
Author and Episcopal priest Ragan Sutterfield has been recognized with an Independent Press Award for his book "Wendell Berry and the Given Life." - May 18, 2017 - Franciscan Media
Paula D'Arcy Wins Independent Press Award for "Stars at Night"
Author, speaker, and retreat leader Paula D'Arcy has been recognized with an Independent Press Award for her book "Stars at Night: When Darkness Unfolds as Light." - May 18, 2017 - Franciscan Media
Thomas Moore Wins Independent Press Award for "The Soul of Christmas"
The bestselling author of "Care of the Soul" has been recognized with an Independent Press Award for his book "The Soul of Christmas." - May 18, 2017 - Franciscan Media
Officially Introducing a New Website and Email Address for New Broken Vessels Ministry That Assists Single Women with Children and Widows
Introducing a New Website and Email Address for New Broken Vessels Ministry who Assists Single Women with Children and Widows through biblical teaching and counseling as well as through food and clothing giveaways. - May 17, 2017 - New Broken Vessels Ministry
FCCI’s Terence Chatmon Invited to Speak at UN
Chatmon to discuss how public-private partnerships lead to economic development and help meet Sustainable Development Goals. - May 17, 2017 - FCCI
Richard Rohr Wins Independent Press Award for "Eager to Love"
The author and Franciscan friar Richard Rohr has been recognized with an Independent Press Award for his book "Eager to Love: The Alternative Way of Francis of Assisi." - May 17, 2017 - Franciscan Media
Apostle in the Market Place Held the Nation Building Workshop on the 6th of May 2017
The honourable minister of industry, trade and investment, Dr. Okechukwu enelamah shares blueprint of his agenda for economic reform at the nation building workshop and industry experts such as Ibukun Awosika, Bismark Rewane, Seni Sulyman, Omobola Johnson discuss ways to revamp the Nigerian Economy. - May 17, 2017 - Apostles in the Marketplace
Apostles in the Market Place- Launching of Keys to National Transformation
This book is written by the finest and the brightest of men who know the principles of national transformation and every reader would find their role in nation building as they understand that the transformation of any society cannot be left to only those in government - May 15, 2017 - Apostles in the Marketplace
Religious Studies Class Features Scientology
On April 25th, representatives from the Church of Scientology delivered a presentation on Scientology to 13 students of the Religious Studies Class at St. Petersburg College, Seminole campus. - May 15, 2017 - Church of Scientology