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Religion and Values
Utah governor wants appeal of court ruling on polygamy
For now, it appears to be legal in Utah for people to marry one person and live with other spouses.
Faith, hope and suds: Laundry Love brings needy into the fold
A faith-based movement provides clothes washing and hope to the homeless and financially struggling.
‘Just war’ reflected in Catholic doctrine
Vatican officials say the situation in Iraq could justify warfare to protect children and other victims.
More states license pastoral counselors
The hope is that licensing will make it easier for them to receive health insurance reimbursement.
Female Jewish scribe helps keep tradition alive
A Los Angeles rabbinical student repairs a Torah at the Jewish Academy of Orlando in Florida.
Religion Calendar
Sunday Worship in the Park, 9 a.m., with music by Trinity Lutheran Church’s Ethiopian/Eritrean choir and liturgical dance by Bonnie Wright. The service will be held at the gazebo in Riverbank Park, Main Street, Westbrook, and a brunch will follow. The rain location is 612 Main St. Summer Choral and Keyboard Concert, 7 p.m., with […]
Pope seeking dialogue with China
The pontiff says the Catholic Church does not come as a ‘conqueror’ but as a partner.
Pope beatifies 124 Korean martyrs as 800,000 attend his Mass in Seoul
Francis stresses that their lessons are relevant for South Korea’s small but growing Catholic church.
Reflections: Blessed to pay respects to mountain holy place
The places of our spiritual births should not be forgotten.