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United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen Creating Experiences for a New Main Street Coming to Newton in 2020
The United Methodist Communities Foundation is holding the Creating Experiences Gala on Saturday, October 12, 2019, from 6:00 to 10:00pm at the Panther Valley Golf and Country Club in Allamuchy, NJ to support UMC at Bristol Glen for a new main street. - September 29, 2019 - United Methodist Communities
Thirty New Videos Arrive at the Scientology Info Center This Week
On September 19, 2019 the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater announced the addition of over 30 new videos to its audio-visual library of 400 short films available to the public. - September 26, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Westminster Presbyterian Church to Host “The Origin of the Good Book: History, Archaeology and the Bible” November 2-3
Three seminars by Georgia Southern University Professor of Religious Studies Dan Pioske to highlight the roles of archaeology, the Dead Sea Scrolls and linguistics in the formulation of the Bible. - September 24, 2019 - Westminster Presbyterian Church
"Nightmare on 55th Street – When Bad Things Happen to God’s People" Stage Play 2019 Launch
This compelling gospel stage play, a dramedy (drama/comedy) is set in the urban city of Chicago and is written and directed by Dr. Kisia L. Coleman, the Lead Pastor of Kingdom Church International. Based on true events, the cast and crew consisting of both adult and young congregants, portray the... - September 24, 2019 - Kingdom Church Int'l.
United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen Wins Best Taste Award
Marks fourth consecutive year of recognition at A Taste of Newton. - September 22, 2019 - United Methodist Communities
Scientology Info Center to Host Reception for 2nd Annual Tampa Bay Humanitarian Film Festival
On Saturday, September 28th the Scientology Information Center will host the opening reception for the 2nd Annual Tampa Bay Humanitarian Film Festival in Downtown Clearwater. - September 21, 2019 - Church of Scientology
United Methodist Communities at Collingswood (UMC) and It's Never 2 Late (iN2L) Celebrate 20 Years of Senior Living Residents Having Fun with Innovative Technology
United Methodist Communities at Collingswood participated in the iN2L 60/20 tour, a cross-country road trip both celebrating 20 years of senior living residents having fun with iN2L technology and the 60th birthday of iN2L President and Co-founder Jack York. - September 15, 2019 - United Methodist Communities
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Visit Islamic Center of Tennessee
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - September 14, 2019 - Religion Communicators Council
Noted Artist Joanie Sigal to Perform a Fall Concert in Downtown Clearwater at the Scientology Information Center
With the official first day of Fall landing on Monday, September 23, a little over 2 weeks away, Ms. Joanie Sigal will return to Downtown Clearwater to welcome the season in Broadway style with a musical concert on Sunday, September 29. - September 14, 2019 - Church of Scientology
San Gorgonio High School Student Raises Funds for Pediatric Cancer
Announcement of a fundraiser for Pediatric Cancer hosted by Senior High School Student from San Gorgonio High School in San Bernardino - September 10, 2019 - Church on the Hill
Church of Scientology Atlanta to Host Human Rights Open House
Human Rights Open House will bring together inter-religious, multicultural groups and activists for International Peace Day. - September 07, 2019 - Church of Scientology Atlanta
Local Residents Tour the Historic Fort Harrison, Storm Shelter During Hurricane Irma in 2017
Clearwater natives, long term residents and out-of-state visitors gathered Saturday the 31st of August at the historic Fort Harrison for a tour of Clearwater’s iconic building, owned by the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization. - September 06, 2019 - Church of Scientology
The L. Ron Hubbard Theatre Brings a Piece of the “Big Apple” to Downtown Clearwater
On Saturday, August 24 the L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre brought a bite of the Big Apple with their performance of the Mr. Hubbard’s Sci-fi story, The Professor Was a Thief, to the Church of Scientology Information Center, to a "standing-room-only" audience. - August 30, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Fostering Hope LA Presents: 2nd Annual, A Night of Pure Comedy
A Night of Pure Comedy fundraiser event presented by Fostering Hope LA. Fostering Hope LA is a Torrance, California based non-profit organization serving young adults exiting foster care. This is a clean stand-up comedy event and all proceeds will go directly to Fostering Hope LA. Proceeds will be used to sustain their free job & life skills program offered to young adults exiting foster care. - August 24, 2019 - Fostering Hope LA
Five Talents Audio Releases a Radically Ancient Bible for This Generation
Best-selling faith-based voice actor creates a written Bible that’s designed to be spoken and heard. - August 24, 2019 - Five Talents Audio
Nashville Religion Communicators Council to Tour Islamic Center of Tennessee
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - August 23, 2019 - Religion Communicators Council
St. Symeon Orthodox Church Expands Food and Culture Fair Offerings
Congregation Invites Neighbors to Tour Church, See Iconographic Murals, Hear Internationally Acclaimed Choir, and Shop at One-Day Multi-Ethnic Bakery and Marketplace - August 22, 2019 - St. Symeon Orthodox Church
The Scientology Info Center Presents One of the Greatest Disappearing Acts Ever
Attend the Radio Theatre Production of “The Professor Was A Thief” by L. Ron Hubbard. - August 21, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Women's Retreat Sponsored by the YMCA of Middle TN and the Upper Room Offers a Wholistic Approach to Health and Spiritual Well-Being
The YMCA of Middle TN and The Upper Room invite women to a retreat this fall at the beautiful Nelson Andrews Leadership Lodge in Nashville. The 1 1/2 day retreat will offer workshops and worship to encourage women to live intentionally and integrate the five dimensions of health into their lives. The dimensions include physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and financial wellness to promote flourishing vitality in mission and ministry. - August 20, 2019 - Steal Away Women
Teleios Research Evaluates Christian Beliefs Concerning Salvation
Teleios Research surveyed Christian adolescents and millennials to determine their beliefs on what the Bible says happens at the time of salvation, defined as belief by faith alone in forgiveness of sins by Christ's death and resurrection. Of the 201 participants the majority were: female... - August 14, 2019 - Teleios Research
World Class Performer Highlights Artists from All Walks of Life at the Scientology Information Center
On Sunday, August 4th, renowned international entertainer Ruben Celiberti not only sang, danced and played the piano, but he gave a platform to up-and-coming artists to shine at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater in his event, “A Celebration of the Arts.” - August 10, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Top 5 Things for Locals to Learn at the Scientology Info Center in Downtown Clearwater
This week, the staff of the Scientology Information Center announced the results of their survey of some 3,000 visitors. The upshot? There are many facts that visitors are surprised to learn when they spend time in the Downtown Clearwater center. - August 03, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Teleios Research Surveys Young Christians About Security of Salvation
This study indicates that young Christians who identify as evangelicals overwhelmingly believe they are saved by grace. However, depending on the question, between 25 and 50% of respondents failed to express that their salvation was secure by faith alone in Christ's sacrificial death. - August 02, 2019 - Teleios Research
Twentyfour-Seven Announces Release of Contact Points for Victims of Sex Trafficking
Twentyfour-Seven has developed a patent pending method to deliver life saving information and services to sex trafficking victims in transit. - July 29, 2019 - Twentyfour-Seven Inc.
Teleios Research Evaluates Different Forms of Church and Biblical Resources
Teleios Research surveyed young Christians to evaluate opinions about accepted forms of church and biblical resources. Of the 185 participants the majority were: female (63%), <35 years old (72%), from the United States (70%), and evangelical (70%). This survey showed that these mostly young,... - July 26, 2019 - Teleios Research
World Class Performer – Ruben Celiberti to Perform a “Celebration of the Arts” at the Scientology Information Center
On Sunday, August 4th, renowned international entertainer Ruben Celiberti will present “A Celebration of the Arts, an Evening of Music, Song, and Dance” at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. The evening will include collaborations between Celiberti and up-and-coming artists. Refreshments will begin at 6:30pm, the performance starts 7pm. - July 25, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Teleios Research Surveys Young Christians About Prayer
Teleios Research recently evaluated adolescents and millennials regarding their beliefs and habits about prayer. The survey was promoted on the Christian Instagram accounts, InstaPray and GodsHolyScriptures. Of the 428 respondents, the majority were: female (76%), The survey found that... - July 24, 2019 - Teleios Research
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Tours New Tennessean Offices
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - July 20, 2019 - Religion Communicators Council
The Church of Scientology Hosts a Tropical Downtown Block Party this Weekend
On Saturday July 13th from 5-10pm the Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization will be holding its summer family-friendly Downtown Block party, this time with a tropical theme. The event will take place at its usual location on Cleveland Street at Fort Harrison Avenue and Watterson Avenue with non-profits and family activities throughout both streets. - July 13, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Christ Church's Largest Annual Gathering Welcomes Thousands for Prayerfest 2019
A day-long prayer and worship festival for the nation and world. The 9,000-member Christ Church will host Prayerfest 2019on Friday, July 26, 2019 from 9 AM to 3 PM at 140 Green Pond Road in Rockaway, New Jersey, USA. Hosted by Dr. David D. Ireland, founding and leading pastor of the multi-campus... - July 08, 2019 - Christ Church USA
The Scientology Information Center Serves Afternoon Tea, Camaraderie and Inspiration for Happiness
On Saturday, June 29th from 3-5pm, the Scientology Information Center sponsored an afternoon tea at the Center, located in the Historic Clearwater Building in Downtown Clearwater. - July 06, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Salvatorian Named First Hispanic Rector and President at Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology: Gómez Brings Cultural Sensitivity and International Experience
Fr. Raúl Gómez SDS has now been appointed the president-rector of Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology (SHSST) in Franklin, WI. Gómez is not only the first Hispanic to serve as rector and president of SHSST but also the first native-born one of a major Roman Catholic seminary in the US. He will assume the duties of this position July 1. - July 01, 2019 - Society of the Divine Savior | Salvatorians
Scientology Information Center Hosts Live Dramatic Reading of “Murder Afloat”
The L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theater brought the pulp fiction story “Murder Afloat” to a packed house in the century-old Clearwater Building in the downtown Clearwater Scientology Information Center on June 22nd as an old-time radio show theater performance. - June 28, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Scientology Information Center Celebrates Father’s Day in European Style with Entertainer Ruben Celiberti
On Saturday June 15th, the Scientology Information Center hosted a pre-Father’s Day performance by Argentinian entertainer Ruben Celiberti, with 80 plus in attendance. The performance was a tribute to his father who encouraged Celiberti’s artistic career. At the concert, Celiberti showcased his life-long talents of singing, dancing and piano playing. - June 20, 2019 - Church of Scientology
The Scientology Info Center Announces Surpassing 44,000 Visitors
As it approaches its 4th year anniversary, The Scientology Information Center in the Historic Clearwater Building announces that they have surpassed the 44,000 visitor mark. - June 15, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Scientology Open House Provides Answers to Questions and Common Sense Tools
The Scientology Information Center held an open house in downtown Clearwater during the May 31st Blast Friday concert; welcoming 100 guests and providing insight into the religion of Scientology and its beliefs. - June 06, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Lancaster Seminary Names Vanessa Lovelace Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Seminary
The Reverend Dr. Vanessa Lovelace will join Lancaster Theological Seminary, a graduate school of theology in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 2019, as vice president of academic affairs and dean. - June 03, 2019 - Lancaster Theological Seminary
Scientology Information Center Hosts Special Concert Honoring Those Who Have Served
On Saturday, May 26th, noted performer Joanie Sigal presented a stirring and inspiring musical performance to a packed Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater. - June 01, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Kirk Cameron Speaks at Plumstead Christian School’s Ninth Annual Founders Forum & Second Annual Multi-School Assembly
Each year Plumstead Christian School invites a nationally known Christian whose faith informs the way he or she lives. The 2019 Founders Forum keynote speaker, Kirk Cameron, is an actor, director, and producer best known for his early work on TV sitcom Growing Pains, the Left Behind movies, and Fireproof. Most recently Cameron has produced documentaries entitled Monumental and Connect, and he speaks on marriage and parenting in churches across the nation with his Living Room Reset. - May 28, 2019 - Plumstead Christian School
Local Pianists Sought for Scientology Information Center Community Performance This September
This September, in honor of National Piano Month, the Scientology Information Center will host a special piano concert on September 21st. Pianists of all skill levels are invited to participate. - May 25, 2019 - Church of Scientology
United Methodist Communities Participates in Senior Housing Now Rally
The residents and associates of United Methodist Communities’ five senior housing campuses joined other advocates from around the country last week to attend the Senior Housing Now Rally on Capitol Hill. They urged Congress to increase the funding for affordable senior housing. - May 20, 2019 - United Methodist Communities
Scientology Information Center to Showcase a Musical Tribute in Honor of Father’s Day
On Saturday, June 15th, renowned international performer, Ruben Celiberti, will present “A Tribute to My Father - an Evening of Music, Song, and Dance” at the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater. The event begins with a reception at 6:30pm followed by the performance at 7pm. - May 18, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Nashville Religion Communicators Council Hears from Creative Website Marketing
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to talk about topics of interest and hear from professionals in religious communications. - May 16, 2019 - Religion Communicators Council
Nashville Religion Communicators Hear Panel on the MeToo Movement, How to Bring Empathy, Passion and Conviction to Discussions
While the #MeToo movement may seem like a difficult topic to discuss openly, three scholars were able to speak to this, not just with empathy, but with passion and conviction at the second plenary of #RCCACP2019. - May 14, 2019 - Religion Communicators Council
Religion Communicators Convene to See in New Ways
More than a hundred journalists, editors, publishers and other communications professionals convened in early April at the Fourth Presbyterian Church in Chicago for the combined annual conventions of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) and Associated Church Press (ACP). - May 14, 2019 - Religion Communicators Council
The Scientology Information Center Celebrates Mother’s Day and Commemorates Dianetics’ Anniversary
On May 8th, Ms. Amber Skjelset, Manager of the Scientology Information Center announced that both Mother’s Day (on Sunday May 12th) the 69th Anniversary of Dianetics (May 9th) with be celebrated together with educational videos, refreshments and discussion. - May 11, 2019 - Church of Scientology
First Church of God's Motorcycle Blessing Kicks Off Prayers for Safe Riding Season
Bishop Timothy J. Clarke conducts annual blessing of motorcyclists. - May 03, 2019 - First Church of God
Local Visitor Gets Inspired at Scientology Information Center
A casual visitor seeking entertainment finds helpful life lessons. - April 27, 2019 - Church of Scientology
Scientology Information Center Delivers Talks on Scientology: From Millennials to Baby Boomers
On Saturday April 13th and Sunday April 14th Students from St. Pete College Clearwater Campus and a retirement sight-seeing group from Miami visited the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater for a talk about Scientology. - April 20, 2019 - Church of Scientology
The Scientology Information Center Celebrates Spring with a Concert by Joanie Sigal
On Saturday April 27th, the Scientology Information Center will host a solo concert with the dynamic Ms. Joanie Sigal to usher in Spring. - April 13, 2019 - Church of Scientology