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New Church Seeks to Help Local Children Through Its Backpack Giveaway Event
As summer begins to wind down, parents are turning their attention to the new school year. Back to school time can be exciting for both parents and children alike. Unfortunately, it can also be a stressful time for families that are having trouble making ends meet. Source Church, a new... - August 19, 2016 - Source Church
Baltimore’s Bolton Street Synagogue Affiliates with the Reform Movement
After 30 years as an unaffiliated congregation, Bolton Street Synagogue announced this week that it has joined the Reform movement, making Bolton Street the only Reform Congregation in central Baltimore City. - August 14, 2016 - Bolton Street Synagogue
Scientology Information Center Features: "Golf Matters" to Help Students Learn Life Lessons
Golf enthusiast, Robert Dooley gives back to youth at Scientology Information Center during National Golf Month. - August 13, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Nashville Religion Communicators Council to Meet at Remnant Fellowship
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council holds bi-monthly meetings to discuss hot topics and have deep discussions on what is happening in the world today. - August 13, 2016 - Religion Communicators Council
Healthy, Life-Giving Community is at Heart of Evangelical Church Plant in Southeast Boise
One of the Pacific Northwest’s newest evangelical churches, Passion Church, is now forming in southeast Boise. Lead Pastor Keith Twigg said, “The heart of Passion Church is to see the furthest hearts in Boise and beyond be overwhelmed by the love, grace and forgiveness of Christ. Our... - August 11, 2016 - Passion Church
The District's Historic St. Luke's Episcopal Church Unifies Community with 3-Day St. Luke's Festival
Community Festival Brings Together Community Leaders, Law Enforcement, Churches. - August 06, 2016 - St. Luke's Episcopal Church
Scientology Information Center Announces Future Musical Events
The Clearwater Community Choir’s performance on July 24th sparked musical events to fill the future calendar. - August 06, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School Announces First Inclusive Education Program in the Charleston Diocese’s Greenville Deanery
Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School in Greenville, SC, has established the EMBRACE Program, the first inclusive education program in the Charleston Diocese’s Greenville Deanery. They will welcome two students during its inaugural 2016-2017 school year. This academic endeavor will provide an inclusive educational experience for students with mild to moderate intellectual abilities that have traditionally been separated into a segregated classroom and denied equal opportunities in education. - August 05, 2016 - Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School
North Dakota State University Joins Lutheran Services in America Great Plains Senior Services Collaborative
Lutheran Services in America, Incorporated (LSA) is pleased to announce an exciting addition to the Great Plains Senior Services Collaborative. North Dakota State University (NDSU), a top-100 research institution, will be the independent evaluator tasked with quantifying the impact of the... - August 04, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
First Baptist Church Covington Introduces "Celebration Station" Ministry for Children Grades K-5
Celebration Station is a children’s 52-week long program that compliments Celebrate Recovery, a Christ centered recovery program designed to help individuals overcome hardships, hurts, hang-ups, and habits. So while adults explore topics that bring healing and wholeness, kids can discover the same truths in age appropriate ways. - August 01, 2016 - First Baptist Church Covington
Princeton Seminary Director of Music to Lead "A Festival of Psalms" August 20-21
Dr. Martin Tel, Princeton Seminary's C.F. Seabrook Director of Music, to lead weekend of music, prayer, and worship--including seminars and a concert--at Westminster Presbyterian Church. - August 01, 2016 - Westminster Presbyterian Church
Endowment Fund for School Choice Announces Campaign to Raise $40 Billion to Fund Jewish Day School Students
The Endowment Fund for School Choice ("Endowment Fund") announced today it is open for business. The Endowment Fund's goal is to provide every Jewish Day School student with a $10,000/yr voucher. The Endowment Fund is requesting the public's support to make this goal a reality. The vouchers would apply to day school students across the United States. The Endowment Fund for School Choice is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. - August 01, 2016 - Endowment Fund for School Choice
Alameda County Salvation Army is Under New Leadership
New County Coordinators and Chairman of the Board Take Charge of Local Social Services Nonprofit - August 01, 2016 - The Salvation Army of Alameda County
More and More Visitors Are Travelling to India from All Over the World to be with Ramakant Maharaj
The emergence of Self-Realized Master, Shri Ramakant Maharaj, as a rare Jnani and authentic teacher, is attracting untold disenchanted seekers. Is this Master the catalyst that will herald change? Have we entered the "Post-Neo-Advaitin" period? - July 29, 2016 - Ramakant Maharaj
An Evening of Music Unites a Diverse Community
Members of a multitude of faiths, including Christians, Muslims, Jews, Scientologists and others came together at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater to experience a special evening of music on 24th of July. Seventy members of the community ranging from ages 5 to 90 attended. - July 29, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Invitation: Harvest DFW Free Concert Event This Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 6 PM
Join Bishop Foreman and Harvest Christian Center on Saturday, July 30, 2016 at 6:00 PM CDT for their first Harvest DFW summer event for life-giving music, a life-giving message, and a life-giving worship experience with music by Harvest Worship & Pharell’s Artist, Koryn Hawthorne, from NBC’s The Voice. This event is free, but you must register at www.harvestcc.me/dfw. - July 23, 2016 - Harvest Christian Center
Scientology Information Center Leads to Operation Hope
When Ms. Esther Fife attended a monthly networking reception at the Scientology Information Center last week, she found something that she wasn’t expecting. - July 23, 2016 - Church of Scientology
LSA Forms National Collaboration with The Arc of the United States to Support Aging Caregivers and Their Family Members with Disabilities to Plan for the Future
Lutheran Services in America, Incorporated (LSA), is proud to collaborate with The Arc of the United States’ Center for Future Planning on an initiative to connect older caregivers who support a family member with intellectual and developmental disability to future planning resources. The... - July 21, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
Spanish Edition of "Selfless Self," a Companion to Nisargadatta's "I Am That" - Out Now
"El Ser Sin Ser: Conversaciones Con Shri Ramakant Maharaj," the Spanish Translation of "Selfless Self," just published, is an important book from the Self-Realized Master, Shri Ramakant Maharaj, who spent nearly 20 years with the legendary Shri Nisargadatta Maharaj. - July 18, 2016 - Ramakant Maharaj
Viennese Opera Singer Performs at Scientology Information Center
On August 27th, 2016 Opera Singer Susanne Epple, performs for the first time at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater, from 6-8pm. Light Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. - July 15, 2016 - Church of Scientology
ISKCON Turns 50
July 13th the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) celebrated the 50th anniversary of its incorporation. Iskcon of Houston will celebrate on August 25th with a Festival of Flowers at 1320 West 34th Street in Houston. - July 14, 2016 - Iskcon of Houston
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Discusses Violence, Faith and Hope
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council holds bi-monthly meetings to discuss hot topics and have deep discussions on what is happening in the world today. - July 14, 2016 - Religion Communicators Council
Scientology Information Center Invites Community to 6th Business Reception
Entrepreneurs, members of the business community and Chamber of commerce are invited to the 6th Business Reception at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater on July 13th, 2016 from 6-8pm. The event will provide light refreshments. - July 09, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Nashville Religion Communicators Council to Meet at Islamic Center of Tennessee
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council holds bi-monthly meetings to discuss hot topics and have deep discussions on what is happening in the world today. - July 09, 2016 - Religion Communicators Council
Northwest Christian Church to Reach New Families with the Addition of a Certified Special Needs Children’s Ministry
As part of its long term vision to connect the local community to Christ, Northwest Christian Church announced today that it will launch a new ministry for Special Needs Children in early October called “UNlimited.” It will be part of NWCC’s current KidsTown children’s... - July 05, 2016 - Northwest Christian Church
Lutheran Services in America Welcomes New Board Members, Announces New Elected Officers
Lutheran Services in America, Incorporated (LSA) has welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors and announced newly elected officers following its Annual Conference in Minneapolis, Minn. in April. Larry Bradshaw, President and CEO of National Lutheran Communities & Services (NLCS), was... - July 01, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
The Church of Scientology Invites Community to Anniversary Block Party
On July 16th 2016 in celebration of their one year anniversary, the Scientology Information Center and the six humanitarian centers supported by the Church of Scientology are inviting all to their first annual Block Party. The event will take place on Cleveland Street and Waterson Avenue in Downtown Clearwater from 5-9pm. - July 01, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Book About Pastor’s Brain Tumor Diagnosis Hits Amazon Best-Seller List Due to Pre-Orders; Book Now Available
Pastor Glenn C. Stewart’s Book About His Inoperable Malignant Brain Tumor Diagnosis Hit an Amazon Best-Seller List Before Launch Thanks to Pre-Orders, Book Launch June 28th. - June 28, 2016 - LifeEquip, Inc.
The Scientology Information Center Hosts Tour of the Historic Fort Harrison and Community Centers for Local Travel Club
On June 21st, 2016 the travel club of a local retirement community attended a special luncheon including a tour of the Historic Fort Harrison. The tour was followed by a visit to the Scientology Information Center and the humanitarian organization centers supported by the Church of Scientology. These centers address human rights education, drug prevention, and common sense morals. - June 25, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Summer Short Term Mission 2016 Sponsored 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 sponsoring a short term mission among the Navajo people in Arizona from July 17, 2016 to July 23, 2016. - June 21, 2016 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
Clearwater Scientology Choir Does First Community Performance at Scientology Information Center
On July 24th from 6-8pm the Clearwater Scientology Choir, which performs for Church of Scientology Sunday services and special events, will be doing their first public performance for the community at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. All are welcome and audience participation is invited. Light refreshments will be served. - June 17, 2016 - Church of Scientology
"Dharma Delight," a Visionary Post Pop Comic Guide to Buddhism and Zen
Part graphic guide, part personal testimony, part art book, "Dharma "Delight illustrates how seeking the path of compassion and acceptance can be as zany and exuberant as it is profound. It is a happy exploration of Buddhist Enlightenment - what it is, where to seek it - and how to recognize the perfection in ourselves. - June 16, 2016 - Soji Zen Center
Vacation Bible School 2016 Sponsored by Chinese Community Church of South Bay
The Chinese Community Church of South Bay, located in the Torrance area of Los Angeles County, is offering a Vacation Bible School for children from June 24, 2016 to June 25, 2016 at the church premises. - June 14, 2016 - Chinese Community Church of South Bay
Gifted Seven Year Old Teaches Adults the Importance of Music at Scientology Information Center
On June 4th, Mr. Maurice Mickens – the President of Harlem Nights, an organization supporting non-profits, invited his friends to the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater to gain support for the Harlem Nights “Art and Music” summer camp. The event showcased a young lady learning the flute who demonstrated the importance of music to people of all ages. - June 10, 2016 - Church of Scientology
New Cowboy Faith Shield Introduced by Lifestyle Brand "Cowboys of Faith"
New Cowboy Faith Shield developed to help Christians live better and more peaceful lives. - June 09, 2016 - Cowboys of Faith
Santa Barbara Nonprofit Becomes Member of National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster
Institute for Congregational Trauma and Growth (ICTG) has been named an official member of National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD). Founded in 1970, NVOAD is an association of 100+ organizations aimed at mitigating and alleviating the impact of disasters nationwide. The NVOAD... - June 04, 2016 - Institute for Congregational Trauma and Growth (ICTG)
The Scientology Information Center Celebrates Diversity with Community
Friday May 27th the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater hosted a special reception during the “Blast Friday Concert” and the one year anniversary of the local Puerto Rican/Caribbean food restaurant, “La Fondita de Leo” from 6-10pm. - June 03, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Christian Publishing Company Will be Launching a New Interfaith Guide This Summer
A new interfaith guide will soon be available to the public. As the world seems to be searching for peace where ever it can be found, world leaders like Pope Francis have put inter-religious dialogue at the top of their agendas. Other religious leaders are also encouraging interfaith education in a move towards ecumenism and understanding. - June 02, 2016 - Search for Peace
Pastor Responds to the Transgender Directive from the White House
Frank Policastro, pastor of Real Life Church in Myrtle Beach, SC, in response to recent transgender directives from the White House, announced the formation of the Real Life Learning Academy. “We owe it to our children to provide a safe learning environment without the confusion of political... - June 02, 2016 - Real Life Church
2016 Provider Exchange® Launches Second Cohort at LSA Annual Conference
Focusing on Finding Families for Older Youth in Foster Care - May 31, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
Dying to Be Free - The Compelling New Book Written by the Child of a Catholic Priest
After an unexpected accident and near-death experience, Hannah Robinson found herself radically transforming her life, while a remarkable new insight altered her relationship with her father; a practising Catholic priest. - May 30, 2016 - Hannah Robinson
Old Time Radio Show Lovers in for a Treat at the Scientology Information Center
On June 12th 2016 the East Coast Golden Age Theatre will bring some old-fashioned fun with a theatrical presentation of the Pulp Fiction Classic “They Killed him Dead” by L. Ron Hubbard. The performance will take place from 3 – 5pm in the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. The event is open to the community and includes audience participation. - May 28, 2016 - Church of Scientology
LifeEquip Announces Community Leader, Glenn C. Stewart, to Release Book About His Brain Tumor Diagnosis
Orlando (DeBary) Church Leader, Glenn C. Stewart, Diagnosed with Brain Tumor; Writes Book About the Experience - May 27, 2016 - LifeEquip, Inc.
"Be With You: Thoughtless Reality" by Shri Ramakant Maharaj - Now Available in Spanish
The Spanish translation of "Be With You: Thoughtless Reality" will introduce Spanish-speaking seekers throughout the world to Shri Ramakant Maharaj's teachings. - May 22, 2016 - Ramakant Maharaj
Local Networking Sparks Support for Community Center
On May 11th the Scientology Information Center located in the Historic Bank of Clearwater building hosted a reception for business professionals in support of economic community development. The networking sparked support for a local cause to help keep inner city youth off the streets during the summer of 2016. - May 19, 2016 - Church of Scientology
Lutheran Services in America Joins Grantmakers in Aging
Lutheran Services in America, Incorporated (LSA) has joined Grantmakers In Aging (GIA) as an associate member, aligning two national organizations dedicated to improving the lives of seniors in the U.S. “Lutherans are the largest faith-based group serving seniors today and we are honored to... - May 18, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
West Coast Chinese Christian Conference Announces 2016 Winter Conference
Rev. Walter Lau and Rev. Gordon Sau Wah Siu to Speak for WCCCC at Mount Hermon - May 15, 2016 - West Coast Chinese Christian Conference
LSA Announces Partnership with Resilience AmeriCorps to Help Underserved Communities be Better Prepared for Shocks and Stresses
Lutheran Services in America, Incorporated (LSA) announces a partnership with the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), the federal agency that administers AmeriCorps VISTA, to participate in the Resilience AmeriCorps program. This new initiative helps communities plan and... - May 15, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
Women Empowerment Week
Local author and motivational speaker, Stephinie R. Johnson has declared 5/15/2016-5/21/2016 to be “Women Empowerment Week.” This is a widespread social media event which will allow users from all around the globe to support women and help to increase the empowerment and encouragement of women who suffer from domestic violence. - May 13, 2016 - Poetic Representations Co., LLC
The 66th Anniversary of Dianetics Celebrated in Clearwater at the Scientology Information Center
The Scientology Information Center celebrates the Anniversary of Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health published on May 9th, 1950 written by L. Ron Hubbard during the month of May at 500 Cleveland Street. - May 13, 2016 - Church of Scientology