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The Church in China - Olympic Hopes and High Anxiety
The Christian Church in China has different hopes and expectations about the 2008 Olympics to be held in Beijing. - April 27, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
5k & 10k Race in Middleboro on May 3rd Supports the New Samuel Fuller School
The Samuel Fuller School is hosting a 5k walk/run and a 10k run at 10:00 on Saturday, May 3, 2008. The race celebrates the opening of the new Samuel Fuller School and also serves as a fundraiser for scholarships. - April 25, 2008 - Samuel Fuller School
New Non-Profit, Informed Conscience, Aims to Increase Public Understanding of Homosexuality as It Relates to the Catholic Church
Informed Conscience, a newly established non-profit organization based in San Diego, California, was formed to increase public awareness and understanding of homosexuality, especially as it relates to the teachings of the Catholic Church. The goals of Informed Conscience are to: 1) Give Catholics... - April 18, 2008 - Informed Conscience
Pastor Avery Kinney Leads Perfecting Word Praise Church to It's New Location
Perfecting Word Praise Church moves to Oxon Hill, Maryland. Pastor Avery Kinney is the Senior Pastor of this non-denominational "house of perfecting." This ministry is the perfect church for people who are not. Pastor Kinney speaks words of life and renewed strength to those who have been depleted by life and functioning on fumes. - April 16, 2008 - Perfecting Word Praise Church
Frederick, MD Men’s Event Includes Music and Community Service
Dr. Del Tackett, Alan Autry, Promise Keepers join together to promote community service and biblical worldview. Come praise, learn and serve together with other like minded men. Saturday 4/12, 8 AM Westview 16 theater. - April 10, 2008 - Maryland Coalition of Men's Ministries
Can You do Anything You Can Get Away with
You can according to the self proclaimed "High Priest of Prickly Bog," leader of a new religion which follows the teachings of “The Great God Bongo.” He claims to have been anointed as such on April 9th 1997, by the ghost of a dead author named Hiram Blunt whom he says he met once in 1987. Apparently the author was alive at the time, although we have checked the records and not been able to trace any books he published before 2007. - April 07, 2008 - The Great God Bongo
Living Faith World Outreach Ministries Hosts Suspense Thriller
Young, attractive, Mary Smith, is your average 18-year old teenager. A 'good girl' by nature, she'll do whatever it takes to win the affection of her boyfriend. Meant to be thought-provoking and unforgettable, this nine-scene play will examine the consequences of our choices. Riveting... provoking... relevant. Trip to Hell is a tale you'll never forget. - April 07, 2008 - Living Faith World Outreach Ministries
"God’s Smuggler" Caught on HD
“Brother Andrew,” the best-selling author, recently revealed his principles of leadership. - April 04, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Food for Faith Launches 1st Christian Dramatic TV Series on the Internet
Fine Church Girls is a new internet TV series launched on Easter Sunday. It blurs the lines between reality and fiction, and takes place in a real church with a real clergy family involved in the story lines, which are all entirely scripted. Join Teal, Spencer, Victoria, Blanca and the rest of the cast of Fine Church Girls as they help us to laugh, cry, pray and hope while convincing us through their adventures and misadventures that faith is worth it. - March 27, 2008 - Food for Faith Productions
PFC World and PFC International Launch New Business Center
PFC World, the marketing wing of PFC International of Lake Charles, LA, opened the first of many marketing centers aimed at Christian Family Marketing. - March 22, 2008 - People for Christ International
Catholic Charities of Central Florida’s Announces the 1st Annual Adopt-A-Laugh Fundraiser
This event was created to benefit the program “Creating Families with Adoption.” Catholic Charities of Central Florida, Inc (CCCF) is on a mission to connect children needing a home with loving families in Brevard County. The event will be held April 26, 2008 at 7pm at the Cocoa Beach Country Club. Tickets are $50 per person. - March 21, 2008 - CCCF Adopt A Laugh
Scientology.org Video Channel Launches with 82 Scientology Videos
The Scientology.org video channel answers the question "What is Scientology?" while offering 82 informative and engaging Scientology videos and clips addressing Scientology beliefs and humanitarian programs. - March 20, 2008 - Church of Scientology UK
Internationally Known Journalist and Educator to Speak at Banquet and Fund-Raiser to Support New Middleborough-Based School
Joel Belz, the founder and a regular contributor of WORLD, a weekly news magazine from a Christian viewpoint, will provide a special message on the purpose and benefits of Christian education at the upcoming fundraiser for the new Samuel Fuller School which is set to open in Middleborough this coming fall. - March 19, 2008 - Samuel Fuller School
Health & Wellness Program
"Good health is ... not just an absence of disease; it is a state of positive well-being-ness. We are not just humans who are destined to fall sick and get cured. We have been created to feel bliss continuously inside us and ecstatic lightness at the Being level. This is good health." -Paramahamsa Nithyananda. The Health & Wellness is a 2-day meditation program designed by Paramahamsa to help us reconnect with the innate intelligence of our bodies, and to allow flowering of perfect health. - March 11, 2008 - Life Bliss New York
A Human Holocaust Exhibit Finds Homes in a City of Institutions
It is called “ONE SOUL: When Humanity Fails” and it is currently touring New York: booked next into Grand Central Station for a week in April (14-18) as well as the Bronx Library Center (April). Utilizing museum-quality, audio/visual technology, ONE SOUL recounts a startlingly, moving... - March 08, 2008 - Afikim Foundation
Renowned Artist Makoto Fujimura to Speak at the John Jay Institute and the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
World-renowned artist Makoto Fujimura will lecture at the John Jay Institute as part of their series “Cities of God: a neo-traditional vision for building good cities and towns.” Mr. Fujimura is a member of the prestigious National Council for the Arts and is founder of the... - March 07, 2008 - The John Jay Institute
Leaders Learning "What They Never Taught at Harvard Divinity School"
A new film has been released that explains “What They Never Taught at Harvard Divinity School.” - February 22, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Lisa Kemp-Williams Ministers at Golden Gate Nondenominational Church, West Palm Beach, FL
Prophetic psalmist to minister at Golden Gate Nondenominational Church Women’s Conference West Palm Beach, Fl. - February 15, 2008 - LKW Ministries International
Trying to Answer Unanswered Questions - Kenya
While many questions remain unanswered about the future of the current conflict in Kenya a documentary film crew delved into the roots and solution to the problems there. - February 14, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Hal Colston, Founder of Good News Garage and Neighborkeepers, Profiled in People Magazine’s “Heroes Among Us”
Hal Colston, founder of two successful anti-poverty programs, Good News Garage and Neighborkeepers, is profiled in the current issue (dated February 11, 2008) of People Magazine in their “Heroes Among Us” column. - February 11, 2008 - Good News Garage
96 Counties Now on Board for Statewide Operation Inasmuch
The inaugural Statewide Operation Inasmuch Day is building momentum. Coordinators from 96 North Carolina counties have now signed on to organize the one-day blitz on April 19, 2008. On this day, volunteers from all over the state will work together to provide assistance to those in need. Samples... - February 09, 2008 - Operation Inasmuch
Israel Hosts World's Largest Multicultural Bonding Event
Over 2500 Guests from 53 Countries to Participate in 2008 International Kabbalah Congress, spreading a Universal Message of Love to the World the Week before Valentine's. - February 04, 2008 - Bnei Baruch Kabbalah Education & Research Institute
"Soul Currency" Author Rev. Ernest D. (Ernie) Chu Introduces Coaching Program for Clergy, Churches
The Rev. Ernest D. (Ernie) Chu, former investment banker and now assistant pastor at The Center for Spiritual Living - Ft. Lauderdale, a Religious Science center in South Florida, now offers coaching for ministers and church boards. - January 30, 2008 - Soul Currency Institute
HFC International Begins Documenting the Harvest in HD
A U.K. based charity has begun production of four high definition films for TV and general release in 2008. Their award nominated films have been broadcast worldwide. - January 18, 2008 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Bishop of Rochester Will Install Rev. Julie A. Cicora as Rector of St. Peter's Church
On January 31, 2008 at 7 pm. Bishop Jack McKelvey will install the Rev. Julie A. Cicora as the new Rector of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Henrietta. Rev. Cicora left a leading position with Hewlett-Packard Company to become Priest-in-Charge of St. Peter's in October 2006. The Priest-in-Charge... - January 17, 2008 - St.Peter's Episcopal Church
Divorce Support Program to Resume at Doylestown United Methodist Church
The Spring Session of the DivorceCare program at Doylestown United Methodist Church will begin on January 14th 2008. - January 09, 2008 - Doylestown United Methodist Church
The Lutheran Christ Connection Supports a Different Type of Church Growth
Church Growth is a hot topic today and TLCC has some hot recommendations. - December 25, 2007 - The Lutheran Christ Connection
Southern California Church Challenges Teens to Get SHOCKed
Inland Southern California church presents a cutting edge, six-night youth rally called SHOCK Fest. SHOCK Fest is rated PG-13 and challenges teenagers to face some of the tough questions in their lives and to help them seek answers. - December 22, 2007 - Riverside Community Church
Pastors Lyle and Deborah Dukes Headline New Year’s Eve Weekend of Gospel Concerts and Services in Washington, D.C. Area December 28th – 31st
Get ready for three days of power as Pastor Lyle Dukes and Co-Pastor Deborah Dukes host the New Beginnings New Year's Eve Celebration at Hylton Memorial Chapel in Woodbridge, Virginia, December 28th-31st. - December 22, 2007 - Harvest Life Changers Church, International
Turn Your World Upside Down in 2008
Come meet Michael Berg from Youth with a Mission and learn how to “Turn Your World Upside Down in 2008,” Sunday, December 30, 10 AM. - December 16, 2007 - Without Walls Vineyard Church
New Book Bridges Gap Between Science and Religion
After a year of intense investigation of available evidence VandeWeghe found himself with not only his old degrees in engineering and economics, but also a new call to preach. - December 08, 2007 - Windmill Ministries
Operation GO! Ministries of Redemption World Outreach Center Presents Community Outreach Event, Holiday Hope
Operation GO! Ministries of Redemption World Outreach Center (RWOC) presents a Holiday Hope, a community outreach event sponsored by Redemption World Outreach Center and a coalition of partners. Holiday Hope provides a first-class Christmas meal and distributes 100,000 toys to those in need in Greenville County. This event puts the love of Christ into action. - December 07, 2007 - Redemption World Outreach Center
Actor Stephen Baldwin’s AsSALT Tour Brings an Extreme Message of Hope to Phoenix
His radical tour will spread an uplifting message to today’s hard to reach youth. - December 05, 2007 - The Breakthrough Ministry
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Kotseas Square, First Phase Completed of Saint Spyridon Greek Cathedral Family Center Also Significant to Revitalization of Elm Park
On Sunday, December 2, 2007 the Saint Spyridon Greek Community, and city and neighborhood officials will gather together at a Commemoration & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to recognize Kotseas Square, the completion and official acknowledgment of the Phase I, Family Center project. - December 01, 2007 - Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Cathedral
Tibetan Cultural Festival and Art Auction in Manhattan Benefits Refugee Students in Nepal and India
November 28 Event at The Soho Loft Includes Talk by the Venerable Lama Pema Wangdak - November 23, 2007 - The Vikramasila Foundation
Hope of Israel Congregation Have Moved to a New Location. 1009 Brighton Beach Ave, 2nd Fl Brooklyn, NY 11235. Ph:(718) 872-5080
Hope of Israel Congregation is a Messianic congregation where the word of God is preached first to Jews then all mankind. They are committed to the gospel of grace through our Lord Jesus Christ, to ministry as an expression of "faith working through love," and to the Bible, the written Word of God, as the only infallible and divine authority in all matters of faith and life. - November 21, 2007 - Hope of Israel
Israel Houghton & New Breed, Tye Tribbett & GA and J. Moss to Bring in the New Year in the Washington DC Area
Grammy, Stellar and Dove award winner Israel Houghton & New Breed and Stellar Award winner Tye Tribbett & GA are scheduled to join Pastor Lyle Dukes, Co-Pastor Deborah Dukes and the Harvest Life Changers Church, International to close out “The Year of the Open Door” and bring in 2008 beginning Friday, December 28, 2007 – Monday, December 31, 2007. - November 14, 2007 - Harvest Life Changers Church, International
Mathematics Professor Becomes Mega-Church Pastor
From a University professor to the Pastor of the largest church in Africa, Dr. William Kumuyi’s life has taken a change of direction – definitely for the better. - November 07, 2007 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Chicago Churches Look Beyond Race & Religion to Celebrate Thanksgiving
The Third Annual "Miracle on 127th" Street Thanksgiving Celebration unites nearly twenty churches of all denominations and cultures for one community-focused service. - November 04, 2007 - The Lighthouse Church of All Nations
Lisa Kemp-Williams in Clearwater and St. Petersburg, Florida for Television Ministry and Church Concert
Prophetic psalmist to minister on Christian Television in Clearwater, Florida, and in concert at Positive Impact Worldwide Ministries in St. Petersburg, Florida. - October 26, 2007 - LKW Ministries International
Sanctuary to Release Double CD
Sanctuary, a ritual music ensemble based out of Villanova, PA, will release its new CD Sacred Earth, on November 17. The release party for the ensemble’s new double-CD will take place at the Connelly Center, Villanova University, at 7:30. The release party will begin with cocktails and... - October 21, 2007 - The Augustinians of the Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova
Vine Memorial Baptist Church of Philadelphia Celebrates Its 75th Anniversary, "A Journey of Faith"
Rev. Dr. James S. Allen, and the Vine Memorial Baptist Church Celebrates 75 Years of Worship, Evangelism and Community Service to Philadelphia and Vicinity. - October 18, 2007 - vine memorial baptist church
'Soul Currency' Author Ernest D. (Ernie) Chu Receives Ordination Award
The Rev. Ernest D. (Ernie) Chu received the award of ordination from Religious Science International (RSI) at a special ceremony on Friday, Oct. 12, at The Center for Spiritual Living – Ft. Lauderdale, a Religious Science center in South Florida. “This is the highest award a Religious... - October 16, 2007 - Soul Currency Institute
Bishop Paul S. Morton One of the Guest Speakers During Men’s Conference in Woodbridge, VA
Bishop Paul S. Morton, the Senior Pastor of the 20,000 member, Greater St. Stephen Full Gospel Baptist Church in New Orleans, LA will join Pastor Lyle Dukes of Harvest Life Changers Church, International in Woodbridge, VA for the “Men Impacting the World Conference,” November 7th - 9th. - October 16, 2007 - Harvest Life Changers Church, International
Midwest Dance Troupe Will Host Conference to Give Teenage Girls and Young Women Tools for Living a Positive, Values-Based Life
Kim Sanderson, founder of Jazz For Jesus Dance Team, will offer young females an opportunity to learn a spiritual and practical approach to dealing with difficult life issues during the Broken and Beautiful Conference in Wichita, Kansas - October 15, 2007 - Jazz For Jesus
Book Seeks to Witness to the Lost in the Area of Deliverance and Healing
Jeanita Sykes is no stranger when it comes to ministry. As the founder and director of Voice of Zion Ministries, International, she is an answered prayer to those in need of healing, release and refreshing. “My testimony is one that has endured much throughout the years, but in the experience... - October 05, 2007 - Voice of Zion Ministries, Int'l
Lisa Kemp-Williams in Clearwater, Florida for Benefit Concert
Prophetic psalmist to host concert in Clearwater, Florida. - October 03, 2007 - LKW Ministries International
Young Singles Ministry Launches Cool Website - At The Intersection of Faith, Fun & Fellowship
A new online ministry of the Young Singles Ministry of Berean Baptist Church is serving up a large helping of spiritual resources and practical information at BereanSingles.com. - October 01, 2007 - Berean Baptist Young Singles Ministry
Augustinian Press Announces 2007 Christmas Card Series
The Augustinian Press is pleased to announce the release of its 2007 line of Christmas cards. These beautiful cards were created by artists Brother Jack Stagliano, O.S.A., and Fr. Richard Cannuli, O.S.A, and all proceeds support the care of elderly and infirm friars of the Province of Saint Thomas... - September 26, 2007 - The Augustinians of the Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova
St. Rita Shrine Director Elected to Augustinian Curia in Rome
The Augustinians of the Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova proudly announce the election of Fr. Michael F. DiGregorio, O.S.A., to the position of Assistant General for the Order of Saint Augustine. - September 26, 2007 - The Augustinians of the Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova