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Church renovation puts emphasis on community
Woking News and Mail
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July 11, 2025
The Community Day to mark the completion of the St Mary of Bethany Church renovation attracted more than 300 visitors (St Mary of Bethany) Face painting was popular at the St Mary of Bethany Community Day (St Mary of Bethany) On the ball:...
RELIGION HEADLINES FRI 7-11-25
SRN News
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July 11, 2025
Audio By Carbonatix (SRN NEWS ) Battles over the place of religion in the public schools are multiplying. Some states are passing laws to add chaplains and Bible lessons to classrooms, to set aside prayer time in the school day and to expand...
Jewish singles mix it up on July 4th
Jewish Herald-Voice - Texas
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Better Together Jewish singles get ready for July 4th action at Emanu El. Members of Better Together Jewish Singles Over 50 spent the Fourth of July evening at Congregation Emanu El for “Fireworks and Shabbat” – friendships, fun and food. As many...
Catholic baseball player now in the big leagues says faith, family still rank No. 1 for him
Detroit Catholic
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July 11, 2025
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (OSV News) -- Left fielder Will Robertson takes home field advantage wherever he goes. The Loose Creek native's wife, Morgan, and their baby daughter, Jonnie, travel with him from city to city to see him play. "We're living the...
Jews in Muslim Lands: The Jewish View
The Independent - California
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Last week, Abdul Awwal gave a couple of glowing examples of how well Muslims have treated Jews through history. The examples themselves are taken out of context. More importantly, the very premise is that, under Muslim rule, the place of Jews was...
Religion News In Brief for the Weekend of July 12-13
Bennington Banner - Vermont
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WEEKEND OF JULY 12-13 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH — OLD BENNINGTON Summer Worship at Old First Church: Sunday service, 10 a.m. (July and Aug.) at Vermont’s Colonial Shrine in Old Bennington. Visit the church’s website at www.oldfirstchurchbenn.org...
Catholic schools oppose proposal to scrap senior high
Interaksyon
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July 11, 2025
Catholic education institutions are pushing back against a proposal to abolish the senior high school program, warning that such a move would roll back years of progress in preparing Filipino students for college and the workforce. Implemented...
Jewett resigns from BATA board
Record Eagle - Michigan
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TRAVERSE CITY — Brad Jewett, former vice chair of the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners, officially resigned from the board of the Bay Area Transportation Authority this week, ending a long saga that included lawsuits and contentious...
Religion Briefs: Elm Grove Baptist Church Men’s Day Program
The Advocate - Louisiana
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Elm Grove Baptist Church, 1069 W. 38th St., Baton Rouge, invites you to its Men’s Day Program at 8:15 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 10. The guest speaker will be Justice John M. Guidry. All are welcome to attend. Vacation Bible School at Faith Seventh-day...
Church bells restored and can keep ringing for many years to come
SomersetLive
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July 11, 2025
The St Andrew’s Church at Brympton d’Evercy features two church bells that hang in the lantern-like bell-cote, dating from the 15th or 16th century. The larger bell carries the inscription ‘anno domini 1659 TLCWTP’ with floral stops and a running...
“Church Life Africa” Initiative Mobilizing Young Lay Catholics as “foot soldiers” for Theological Renewal in Africa
ACI Africa
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July 10, 2025
“Theology must have walking shoes. It’s not just about priests. Lay people, too, need to know theology because we’re all called to holiness,” Dr. Gray said. On his part, Fr. William Orbih of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja echoed similar...
Catholic Bishops in Angola Denounce Persecution of Catechists, Decry Neglect of Social Services, Infrastructure
ACI Africa
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July 10, 2025
The Angolan member of the Society of the Divine Word (SVD) faulted civil and religious authorities for remaining silent in the face of such abuse. “They feel abandoned. Neither the civil authorities, police, nor even their own Church community...
Catholic Activist Initiates Petition for Kenyan President to “withdraw” Vote in Favor of LGBT at United Nations
ACI Africa
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July 10, 2025
Specifically, the Catholic activists argue that President Ruto’s vote gives the SOGI Expert and LGBT activists power to push for the legalization of same-sex unions, the promotion of “gender identity ideology in schools” and the silencing of...
Catholic Priest Shares How He Battled Depression, Emerged from "dark pit" of Temptation to Suicide
ACI Africa
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July 10, 2025
Regarding his experience with the psychologist, whom he described as “an angel” and a true gift from the Lord, he emphasized the great difference it made that he was a “deeply Catholic” person. “During the sessions, we also worked with the Bible....
Jewish students staying strong
Jewish Independent
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July 11, 2025
Since Oct. 7, 2023, antisemitism and intimidation have been rife on campuses, including the University of British Columbia, where there have been numerous incidents of graffiti and personal attacks on the university’s president, among others....
Church calls for reform of tax and spend regime
Christian Today
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July 11, 2025
(Photo: Getty/iStock) The Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales has issued reflections on the issue of taxation. “Render unto Caesar” features 12 chapters covering different aspects of taxation from a Catholic perspective, written by a...
Church Leaders in Taybeh Denounce Escalating Settler Harassment and Arson in West Bank
Greek City Times
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July 10, 2025
In a joint statement released on Tuesday, Father Daoud Khoury (Greek Orthodox), Father Jacques-Noble Abed (Melkite Greek Catholic), and Father Bashar Fawadleh (Latin Church) reported that illegal settler outposts have been established on the...
Catholic Bishop in Cameroon Announces Diocesan Synod on “what kind of Buea Diocese do we want”
ACI Africa
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July 10, 2025
“It is in this light that I have decided to convene a Diocesan Synod to enable us to reflect on ‘What kind of Buea Diocese do we want after celebrating 75 years’,” Bishop Bibi says. He explains, “This Synod will give us the opportunity to evaluate...
Church Says Anti-Conversion Law Violates Article 25; Urges Maharashtra Govt To Reconsider Move
Free Press Journal
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The Archdiocese of Bombay has expressed concerns over the Maharashtra government's plan to enact a law to prevent religious conversions. | X @itsmeharsh_09 Mumbai: The Archdiocese of Bombay has expressed concerns over the Maharashtra government's...
Christians face 'increasingly perilous existence' in Syria; church bombing serves as 'brutal reminder'
The Christian Post - Washington D.C.
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July 11, 2025
By Samantha Kamman, Christian Post Reporter Friday, July 11, 2025 Emergency responders work at the site of a blast at the Mar Elias Church on June 22, 2025, in Damascus, Syria. A suspected suicide bombing has killed at least 20 people and injured...