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Anxious times call for calm measures
By Religion News LLC — September 11, 2018
New book from renowned priest encourages its readers to “Keep Calm and Carry On” SAN FRANCISCO – It is no secret that there are many occurrences happening in our world today that could cause one to be anxious. However, we are instructed to “have no anxiety at all” (Philippians 4:6). Popular priest, writer and TV host […]
Extraordinary leadership noted as former congressman Frank Wolf leaves 21Wilberforce
By Religion News LLC — September 10, 2018
WASHINGTON – 21Wilberforce announced that former Congressman Frank Wolf will leave 21Wilberforce on September 30th after serving four years as the Distinguished Senior Fellow. “Congressman Wolf has been instrumental in shaping 21Wilberforce to the force for change that it is today,” said Randel Everett, Founder and President. “His leadership has been extraordinary. 21Wilberforce is grounded […]
Imagine Zero
By Religion News LLC — September 5, 2018
Mobilizing the local church. Eliminating Bible poverty for everyone, everywhere. In spite of the exponential explosion of data and unparalleled access to information, there are an estimated 1.5 billion people around the world who still do not have a complete Bible in their own heart language. Of the 7,000+ languages on the planet, only 670 […]
New program equips Calvin students for leadership in the church
By Religion News LLC — September 5, 2018
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship (CICW) announces the establishment of the Ministry Leadership Fellows—a two-year program available to incoming Calvin College students who show potential for leadership in the local church. The initiative, open to students interested in any major or field of study, is available beginning with the 2019 […]
Zondervan launches free 6-week Bible study, ‘Trace the Themes,’ to guide individuals, families, and small groups through major Bible motifs
By Religion News LLC — September 4, 2018
Based on the “NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible” Zondervan is pleased to announce the launch of a free six-week Bible study, “Trace the Themes: A Guide to Unpacking the Bible’s Major Motifs,” available at TraceTheThemes.com. Based on the new “NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible,” “Trace the Themes” features a 36-page study guide and six video […]
What is beyond the doors of human existence?
By Religion News LLC — August 28, 2018
New book from prolific author sheds light on how we can experience joy and a piece of Heaven on earth SAN FRANCISCO – Respected author and philosopher Dr. Peter Kreeft seeks to open wide the doors to the “More” — the doors that exist outside of our visual reality, but that contain greater meaning than we […]
Religion News Service welcomes Bob Smietana as editor-in-chief
By Religion News LLC — August 16, 2018
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Religion News Service (RNS), an independent, nonprofit source of global news on religion, spirituality, culture and ethics, has appointed Bob Smietana as its new editor-in-chief. Smietana is an award-winning religion reporter and editor who has spent two decades producing breaking news, data journalism, investigative reporting, profiles and features for magazines, newspapers, trade […]
Is creating a vibrant, Catholic community as easy as pasta night?
By Religion News LLC — August 7, 2018
Building a community of Catholics isn’t as difficult as it seems SAN FRANCISCO – Humans naturally crave fellowship and friendship but oftentimes, in today’s world, it is hard to come by or create, even in Catholic parishes or Christian churches. Enter BUILDING THE BENEDICT OPTION, by Leah Libresco, a delightful and inspiring handbook on why […]
Filmmaking organization dedicated to shattering stereotypes of Muslims nominated for first Emmy award
By Religion News LLC — August 7, 2018
SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Sultan and the Saint, a 60 minute docudrama film produced by Unity Productions Foundation (UPF) has been nominated for an Emmy® Award in Outstanding Lighting Direction and Scenic Design by the 39th Annual News and Documentary Emmy® Awards. The film tells the little-known story of St. Francis of Assisi and the Sultan of Egypt, […]
World Youth Day Cross and Icon to travel around United States
By Religion News LLC — August 2, 2018
OCP Recording Artist Steve Angrisano to be featured at Washington, DC event on August 25 PORTLAND, Ore. – The official World Youth Day (WYD) Cross and Marian Icon, entrusted to the youth and young adults of the world by Pope Saint John Paul II in 1984, will make a multi-city tour of the United States […]
Religion News Service announces Advisory Council
By Religion News LLC — August 1, 2018
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Religion News Service (RNS) announced today the launch of its 2018-2019 Journalism Advisory Council. This diverse group of 19 national leaders in journalism and academia will be available to advise the RNS Board of Managers, CEO and editor-in-chief as they implement a series of major grants and partnerships that significantly increase the […]
Religion News Service welcomes new board members, columnist
By Religion News LLC — July 30, 2018
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Religion News Foundation (RNF) is pleased to announce the appointments of Muhammed Chaudhry and Judith Golub to the Religion News Service (RNS) Board of Managers, and the addition of Simran Jeet Singh to the slate of RNS columnists. Mr. Chaudhry and Ms. Golub last month joined the RNF Board of Trustees, which […]
A Pope, the pill and the perils of sexual chaos
By Religion News LLC — July 25, 2018
New documentary explores the rotten roots of the sexual revolution and its devastating effects on love, marriage and the family SAN FRANCISCO – The sexual revolution flaunted the empty promise of sexual freedom, so-called stronger marriages, the control of unwanted pregnancies and more opportunities for women to advance in the workplace. Did all this sexual license […]
Call to pause: Evangelical men join evangelical women in the call to hit pause on culture war
By Religion News LLC — July 18, 2018
In light of the current abortion situation in the U.S., a rising chorus of leading Evangelical women called the Senate to stop its rush to confirm a replacement for Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court and put a “Pause on the Culture Wars”. A significant core of leading Evangelical men has now joined the […]
Humanae Vitae was right 50 years ago. It’s still right today.
By Religion News LLC — July 17, 2018
Dr. Janet E. Smith’s new book delivers indisputable evidence that Humanae Vitae was never wrong SAN FRANCISCO – Fifty years have passed since the bombshell of Humanae Vitae was dropped on the world, declaring the Catholic Church to be against artificial contraception and laying out a handbook for faithful spouses on the meaning of conjugal […]