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Faithful Five: Weekend Events
October 31, 2008
Here’s my “faithful five” — five events going on in the faith community this weekend, Nov. 1-2. If what you read below intrigues you, go check it out for yourself:
1. Hottest show in town. First Baptist Church of Edmond and First Baptist Church of Moore will each offer the “Fireproof Simulcast,” with... Read More
October 31, 2008
Here’s my “faithful five” — five events going on in the faith community this weekend, Nov. 1-2. If what you read below intrigues you, go check it out for yourself:
1. Hottest show in town. First Baptist Church of Edmond and First Baptist Church of Moore will each offer the “Fireproof Simulcast,” with... Read More
Prayers for Jennifer Hudson
October 30, 2008
Numerous prayers and message of encouragement for Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Hudson are being posted on Guideposts.com.The reason: Hudson is the subject of Guidepost’s November cover story.
“The tragic news of the past weekend is particularly saddening to us at... Read More
October 30, 2008
Numerous prayers and message of encouragement for Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Hudson are being posted on Guideposts.com.The reason: Hudson is the subject of Guidepost’s November cover story.
“The tragic news of the past weekend is particularly saddening to us at... Read More
Mormon calendar creator faces music
October 29, 2008
A Brigham Young University student has been excommunicated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and recently he learned that he won’t be getting the diploma he earned from the university.
The Religion News Service reports that Chad Hardy created a calendar featuring shirtless Mormon... Read More
October 29, 2008
A Brigham Young University student has been excommunicated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and recently he learned that he won’t be getting the diploma he earned from the university.
The Religion News Service reports that Chad Hardy created a calendar featuring shirtless Mormon... Read More
U.S. a force for good ...
October 27, 2008
The majority of Americans believe the United States has a moral obligation to be engaged on the international stage.
So says a new survey by Greenberg Quinlan Rosner Research Inc. for Religion & Ethics Newsweekly and the United Nations Foundation.
Results from the September 2008 survey... Read More
Oct. 26: Faith Bookshelf
October 26, 2008
Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska is the subject of a new book highlighted in today’s “Faith Bookshelf.”
“Sara Palin: A New Kind of Leader” is a biography by Joe Hilley (Zondervan).
The book explores themes from her career in politics, her life as a hockey mom and her strongly held Christian faith,... Read More
October 26, 2008
Gov. Sarah Palin of Alaska is the subject of a new book highlighted in today’s “Faith Bookshelf.”
“Sara Palin: A New Kind of Leader” is a biography by Joe Hilley (Zondervan).
The book explores themes from her career in politics, her life as a hockey mom and her strongly held Christian faith,... Read More
On TV: Mark Schultz
October 25, 2008
Contemporary Christian recording artist Mark Schultz is scheduled to appear on the ABC show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” on Sunday night.
The show airs at 7 p.m. on ABC.
Schultz will perform his song “He’s My Son.”
A news release promoting the episode said that a portion of the show will be... Read More
October 25, 2008
Contemporary Christian recording artist Mark Schultz is scheduled to appear on the ABC show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” on Sunday night.
The show airs at 7 p.m. on ABC.
Schultz will perform his song “He’s My Son.”
A news release promoting the episode said that a portion of the show will be... Read More
Sign me "Tickled Pink"
October 24, 2008
With October designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, there are any number of activities, products and specialty items featured with the breast cancer awareness color of pink.
Now comes the “Tickled Pink: Prayer Devotion (Group Publishing, $7.99),” designed as a personal way for women... Read More
October 24, 2008
With October designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, there are any number of activities, products and specialty items featured with the breast cancer awareness color of pink.
Now comes the “Tickled Pink: Prayer Devotion (Group Publishing, $7.99),” designed as a personal way for women... Read More
Stick figures and pillowcases
October 24, 2008
Ministry leader Pam Kanaly is known for her whimsical stick figure drawings that she has used to embellish and illustrate many things over the years.
Those stick figures, along with scriptures, have adorned pillowcases that Kanaly has presented at Arise Ministries’ annual Survive ‘n’ Thrive Single... Read More
Money woes top prayer lists
October 23, 2008
Many people are praying for relief from their money problems, according to a new poll conducted by Guideposts.com.
When asked “What are you praying for these days?” 32 percent of poll respondents answered “financial relief.”
That was the top response, outpacing the second highest response “United... Read More
Catholic synod on Web
October 22, 2008
A new Web site, www.ScriptureSynod.com was recently launched to keep Roman Catholics informed about the Synod with Pope Benedict in Rome.
Pope Benedict and about 250 bishops from around the world are participating in the gathering, which has the theme “The Word of God in the Life of the... Read More
October 22, 2008
A new Web site, www.ScriptureSynod.com was recently launched to keep Roman Catholics informed about the Synod with Pope Benedict in Rome.
Pope Benedict and about 250 bishops from around the world are participating in the gathering, which has the theme “The Word of God in the Life of the... Read More
Heaven on Earth
October 22, 2008
What’s your vision of heaven on earth?
National Geographic wants to know.
In conjunction with Tuesday’s release of its new book “Visions of Paradise(National Geographic Books, $35),” National Geographic is inviting the general public to submit images that best represent their unique vision of... Read More
October 22, 2008
What’s your vision of heaven on earth?
National Geographic wants to know.
In conjunction with Tuesday’s release of its new book “Visions of Paradise(National Geographic Books, $35),” National Geographic is inviting the general public to submit images that best represent their unique vision of... Read More
God, you've been served ...
October 21, 2008
OK, here’s another item to add to the weird news of the day list.
Religion News Service reports that a Nebraska legislator’s lawsuit against God has been dismissed … because the Lord can not be served notice of the litigation.
“Given that this court finds that there can never be service effectuated on... Read More
October 21, 2008
OK, here’s another item to add to the weird news of the day list.
Religion News Service reports that a Nebraska legislator’s lawsuit against God has been dismissed … because the Lord can not be served notice of the litigation.
“Given that this court finds that there can never be service effectuated on... Read More
Bible inspires winning Oklahoman
October 20, 2008
Ashley Phillips of Wagoner recently won the American Bible Society’s Share Your Story Now Flips Ahoy contest.
Phillips, 20, was selected at random among contest entrants and she won a new Flip Video Camcorder. Also a $1,000 donation was made in her name to The Light of the Amazon, the Bible... Read More
October 20, 2008
Ashley Phillips of Wagoner recently won the American Bible Society’s Share Your Story Now Flips Ahoy contest.
Phillips, 20, was selected at random among contest entrants and she won a new Flip Video Camcorder. Also a $1,000 donation was made in her name to The Light of the Amazon, the Bible... Read More
Oct. 19 Faith Bookshelf
October 19, 2008
This week’s Faith Bookshelf is a mixed bag — no certain theme, just several books that have been released recently:
1. “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Middle East Conflict” by Mitchell G. Bard, Ph.D ($19.95, released September 2008).
This updated guide provides readers with an intense look at... Read More
October 19, 2008
This week’s Faith Bookshelf is a mixed bag — no certain theme, just several books that have been released recently:
1. “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Middle East Conflict” by Mitchell G. Bard, Ph.D ($19.95, released September 2008).
This updated guide provides readers with an intense look at... Read More
Coming full circle ...
October 18, 2008
There are days when you feel unappreciated, when your best effort doesn’t seem good enough and perhaps no one really cares what you do or say.
Well, I haven’t had one of those days — I’ve had one of those years.
That is until Sister Barbara Joseph Foley called me to say the family of Stephen Beachboard... Read More
October 18, 2008
There are days when you feel unappreciated, when your best effort doesn’t seem good enough and perhaps no one really cares what you do or say.
Well, I haven’t had one of those days — I’ve had one of those years.
That is until Sister Barbara Joseph Foley called me to say the family of Stephen Beachboard... Read More
Midpoint rally for "40 Days for Life"
October 18, 2008
’40 Days for Life,” the anti-abortion campaign being conducted across the country, is at the midway point.
Individuals and churches in Oklahoma who are participating in the campaign are planning midpoint rallies in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
The Tulsa rally is set for 8 a.m. today at 6135 S 32 Place, the lot... Read More
Faithful Five: Weekend Events
October 17, 2008
Here’s my “faithful five” — five events going on in the faith community this weekend, Oct. 17-19. If what you read below intrigues you, go check it out for yourself:
1. Cars for a cause. Del Baptist Temple is hosting its second annual Car Show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday,this time to benefit the... Read More
October 17, 2008
Here’s my “faithful five” — five events going on in the faith community this weekend, Oct. 17-19. If what you read below intrigues you, go check it out for yourself:
1. Cars for a cause. Del Baptist Temple is hosting its second annual Car Show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday,this time to benefit the... Read More
"Love Dare" on bestsellers list
October 17, 2008
As the faith-themed movie “Fireproof” continues to hold its own as one of the Top 10 feature films since its September premiere, a book that started out as a central plot device in the storyline has soared to the top of a bestsellers list.
“The Love Dare” hit No. 1 on the New York Times Paperback... Read More
October 17, 2008
As the faith-themed movie “Fireproof” continues to hold its own as one of the Top 10 feature films since its September premiere, a book that started out as a central plot device in the storyline has soared to the top of a bestsellers list.
“The Love Dare” hit No. 1 on the New York Times Paperback... Read More
On TV: New Gospel Channel reality show
October 17, 2008
A new reality series called “Revolve: Rockin’ the Road” debuts tonight on the Gospel Music Channel.
It’s the cable channel’s first foray into dramatic reality programming as well as its first original series targeting teens.
The five-episode series follows four advance team members of The Revolve... Read More
October 17, 2008
A new reality series called “Revolve: Rockin’ the Road” debuts tonight on the Gospel Music Channel.
It’s the cable channel’s first foray into dramatic reality programming as well as its first original series targeting teens.
The five-episode series follows four advance team members of The Revolve... Read More
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