694 articles related to "religion"

Ignatius Of Loyola Forms The Society Of Jesus - The Jesuits

The Company of Jesus takes their solemn vows The first draft of their Constitution was approved and it was time for the little company to elect a superior. Ignatius called all the members in Italy, to come together for this holy purpose, during the ...

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Bible College: Lifestyle, Tips, Notes Before Applying

Your Bible College believes that every true Christian needs an uplifting, exemplary character. Inculcating Christian character is of great interest to Bible College administrators and staff, and they expect that you will maintain a set of values that...

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Diwali - The Festival of Lights

Diwali is celebrated all over India and elsewhere in the world where Indians gather together. Traditionally known by its Sanskrit name Deepavali, it actually means "a row of lights". Although predominantly a Hindu festival, it is observed by Sikhs an...

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5 Qualities to Look for in a Stewardship Consultant

With only 4 percent of American church members tithing, many churches badly need a boost in offerings. Unfortunately, most of us pastors have no training in stewardship development and have no idea how to lead people to generous, biblical giving. Th...

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MessiahWhich Leader Do You Follow?

Messiah is the Name for Jesus Christ the Savior of mankind. But Messiah did not always refer just to Him and His coming. And even today there are plenty of lesser "messiahs" who appear as leaders, some evil and some good. The sealed person is a good...

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Racism is Ugly

Racism continues to be a sensitive topic in the United States and it is showing its face boldly, especially since a black man became president. Have you ever seen racism? How dose it look to you? To me it looks very ugly and that is why I care to wr...

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Saint Frances of Rome and Purgatory

Saint Frances of Rome and Purgatory From Visions of Heaven, Hell and Purgatory   St. Frances is led to the deepest Dungeon of Purgatory The Angel brought Frances to the lowest level of Purgatory, to a a cavern filled with a roaring fire, its r...

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The Russian Orthodox Church

The Soviets did everything they could to squelch religion. They destroyed churches, or turned them into everything from stables to movie theatres. Despite the efforts of the Soviets, the Russian people remained secretly devoted to the Russian Orthodo...

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Understanding The Term Church

The term church was first used by Christ during the time when he declared that He will build the church as it was written on the book of Matthew 16:18. Definitely, the Apostles who heard it from Christ knew what it means, because they didn't que...

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Saint Bonaventure Becomes Head Of The Franciscans

That same year, 1257, when Bonaventure was barely 36 years old, one of the most serious and difficult challenges in his life would be given to him. He was chosen Minister General of the Franciscan Order. While this would seem to most to be a great ho...

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