Saturday is World Heart Day, created by the World Heart Federation, an association of nearly 200 organizations in over 100 countries. At least 80 percent of heart-related illnesses are avoidable, according to the federation. Generally, changes in diet, exercise and lifestyle habits, such as tobacco, make a big difference, but researchers are learning that there […]

A core percentage of conservative Christians is unlikely to change its beliefs, the author says.

Saturday Blessing of the Animals, 9 a.m., 10th annual prayer service and blessing in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. The event is open to the public, with or without a pet. Parish of the Holy Eucharist, Sacred Heart Church, 326 Main St., Yarmouth. Fifty-cent clothing sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. George’s Episcopal […]

But opponents of the Maryland ballot question say clergy from black churches are with them.

For a year, Josh’s freezer was always full. Every time he would use a casserole provided by faithful family members or friends, someone would replace it with a dish tastier than the last. Not being a cook, Josh never realized how many varieties of recipes there were for lasagna and chili. He also discovered some […]

Editors Note: For Yom Kippur high holiday services, please contact individual synagogues for their schedule. Saturday Indoor sale, 8 a.m. to noon, Salvation Army Tabernacle, Union Avenue and Sixth Street, Old Orchard Beach. Clothing swap shop closet, 9 a.m. to noon, Elm Street United Methodist Church, 168 Elm St., South Portland. Free. Volunteers and donations […]