Forgiveness of Charleston church shooter prompts discussion
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Under an outdoor tent a few blocks from Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Sharon Simmons paused while cleaning up from the …
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Urban farmer brings dream of organic market to life
By SARAH SCHUCH The Flint Journal BEECHER, Mich. (AP) — When urban farmer Jacky King gets an idea, he makes it happen. Back in September, …
A Prayer of Forgiveness
“Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” ~ Luke 23:34 ESV Millions watched television on June 19 to witness the bond hearing …
Black churches targeted because of importance to community
WASHINGTON (AP) — The black church has long been the cornerstone and sanctuary for African-American life. It’s also long been a target for racists and …
Just the artifacts: Pastor remains passionate about archaeology
By GRACE PETERSEN Norfolk Daily News NORFOLK, Neb. (AP) — Archaeology: Long hours, hard work and totally worth it. The Rev. David Cox, interim pastor …
At this church, it’s cowboy boots + no-nonsense sermons
By BOB SHAW St. Paul Pioneer Press HAM LAKE, Minn. (AP) — Even in the most liberal translations, the Bible doesn’t mention 10-gallon hats or …
When The Father Knows Best
” Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.” ~ Proverbs 23:22 NIV How do …
A Prayer for Fathers
“These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at …
Seafarers find a home away from home at ministry
By R. NORMAN MOODY Florida Today CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Gil Magtuloy sits at a computer monitor inside Space Coast Seafarers Ministries and listens …
Judge erases suspensions from student preacher’s record
EVERETT, Wash. (AP) — A federal judge erased three suspensions from the school record of an Everett student who preached and handed out Christian booklets. …