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An anti-evolution group is capturing headlines with its plans to distribute a special edition of The Origin of Species to tens of thousands of college students at secular universities next month, hoping that an introduction that promotes creationism will change the views of those who read it.But while that group is fighting for the hearts and minds of students at secular colleges and universities, there is also a theological and scientific struggle taking place at Christian colleges. Some professors, with support from prominent scientists, are trying to defend the teaching of evolution and to make it safe for those who…
LANDOVER, Md. – The evangelical movement is at a “head-snapping” generational change with younger evangelicals “revolting” against the tone of the Christian Right, says a prominent religious scholar.Across the nation, young evangelicals are naming Rick Warren or Bono as their role model for social engagement, rather than a Christian Right leader, says Michael Gerson, senior research fellow in the Center on Faith & International Affairs at the Institute for Global Engagement.
Nevaeh Rae Wallace was born on Valentine’s Day 2008, with an underdeveloped heart. Eight days later she had her first open heart surgery at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Four months later she had her second open heart surgery and for the next nine months lived the life of a normal baby, bringing joy to her parents, Matt and Jamie Wallace of Stoughton.But Nevaeh’s days were numbered. And now her family has initiated a fundraising project that will benefit other families who are facing health emergencies.
American evangelicals have approved a resolution calling for Congress to approve changes in immigration law. The resolution by the directors of the National Association of Evangelicals passed unanimously.
Toward the end of services at Calvary Gospel Church in Madison, the Rev. John Grant invites parishioners with heavy burdens to come forward and pray.Over the years, the majority of those prayers have dealt with health concerns, a pattern Grant does not find surprising. Throughout the Scriptures, Jesus heals. "That’s why I call him the great physician," Grant said.
Some African bishops at a Vatican meeting said they view President Obama’s election as a divine act, differing from some of their U.S. brethren, The Associated Press reports. Archbishop Gabriel Charles Palmer-Buckle of Accra, Ghana, said he believes God directed Obama’s election victory. "We believe God has his own plans. God directs history," he said Wednesday of the election. "We pray that it (Obama’s presidency) brings blessings for Africa and the whole world."
(RNS) The scraggly guy stood at Ed Dobson’s door, asking for money. He said he was a Vietnam vet and needed bus fare for a medical appointment in Lansing, Mich. Problem: It was the same story the same guy told three months earlier, when Dobson gave him $15. Dobson figured he probably blew that on booze and would do so again. Problem No. 2: Jesus said, “Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.” This time, Dobson gave him $20.
Chippewa Falls — Jason Zunker left two letters to be opened in case he died. After the Chippewa County sheriff’s deputy was killed while directing traffic last year, his family and close friends read his words."I don’t feel I have gone too soon," Zunker wrote. "I feel lucky every day God keeps me here. When I die, I know where I’m going. Don’t be sad because the Bible says it’s greater than anyone can even imagine when it’s your time to see it."
WASHINGTON (RNS) The White House and federal health officials have released guidelines recommending that worshippers take precautions against spreading germs to reduce the risk of contracting swine flu.
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