Religion

With the Obama election, evangelicals seek a role as faith in politics enters historic era

11-29-2008

Mickey Sheridan is in denial. In the weeks since the election of Barack Obama, the 58-year-old self-professed 'holy roller' refuses to acknowledge the Illinois senator will soon be inaugurated as America's 44th president.

Faith in Practice

Anthony Cook: Sealing the deal

11-29-2008

I knew a young couple two or three years ago — lets call them Dee and Kay. They had already dated for a couple of years when I met them, and, as their relationship became more serious, Kay got pregnant. I had talked, and continued to talk, to Dee about marriage every chance I got.

Experts: Yoga's stress reduction helps alleviate other problems

11-29-2008

RALEIGH, N.C. — The ancient practice of yoga is increasingly finding a new following — among doctors and medical researchers who are working to prove its benefits for a variety of illnesses.

Musical at Iowa college acts out scary Bible tales

11-29-2008

DES MOINES, Iowa — Don't expect to hear these Bible stories at church. Cannibalism, rape, a bear that mauls children — this is the Bible? They're among six stories from the Old Testament acted out in Terror Texts, a musical at Northwestern College in Orange City.

11-22-2008 Headlines

• Pastors hope Obama will become member at their churches

• Interfaith Ministries annual Thanksgiving service is Sunday

• Church leaders tell 'how the game is played'

• The new lonely crowd

• In new novel, Wally Lamb sweeps up history, violence and family heartache

• $50 million gift is genesis for Bible-translation project

• World church group to deliver Christmas messages, peace prayers to Bethlehem

11-15-2008 Headlines

• Lineville author recounts Southern childhood and life on the road with beloved Gospel group

• Anthony Cook: Christian connections

• Christian fraternities offer different path

• Clubbing for God

• Here's the steeple; open the door, and where are the young people?

11-08-2008 Headlines

• In the midst of an economic crisis, local churches offer sanctuary while facing concerns

• Dothan church group knits comfort

• 'Last Supper' wax figures soon to be revealed again

• Graham memory Web site inspires book

11-01-2008 Headlines

• The religious left offers a faithful alternative to the Christian right

• Though 'somewhat weakened,' the Christian right remains influential

• Anthony Cook: God is in control

• Modern obstacles do not stop flow of ancient holy oil

• Robert Schuller's son removed from post at Crystal Cathedral

10-25-2008 Headlines

• First Christian Church to host Neighborhood Halloween Project

• Some Muslims embrace Christian homebuilder charity

• 'The 700 Club' isn't just for Republicans anymore

• Church takes on atheism by embracing doubt

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