LOS ANGELES (W.) March 23, 2007 -- There's a couple firsts with pop punk band Relient K's latest album, "Five Score and 7 Years."
It's the first album with new producer Howard Benson. And the first full-length album with bassist John Warne and Jon Schneck. (Lead vocalist Matt Thiessen, guitarist Matt Hoops and drummer Dave Douglas round up the lineup).
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Monday, March 26, 2007
Morality in Media facing money woes
NEW YORK (W.) March 22, 2007 -- An organization that has been taking on obscenity in the media says it is facing a financial crises after key funding was pulled.
"You can’t save the world if you can’t pay the bills," writes Christopher Manion, Morality in Media's vice president, in a letter to supporters. "It’s a sad truth. Many a fine project has disappeared into the dustbin of history because of a lack of funding. And now Morality In Media is facing a financial crisis."
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"You can’t save the world if you can’t pay the bills," writes Christopher Manion, Morality in Media's vice president, in a letter to supporters. "It’s a sad truth. Many a fine project has disappeared into the dustbin of history because of a lack of funding. And now Morality In Media is facing a financial crisis."
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Unchurched, unchanged: Poll
VENTURA, Calif. (W.) March 21, 2007 -- The number of adult Americans not attending church has remained constant in the past 13 years, according to The Barna Group, which found 33 percent of adults don't attend any service.
Unchurched means the adults have not attended any religious service of any type in the past six months.
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Unchurched means the adults have not attended any religious service of any type in the past six months.
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ACLJ backing "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" student's free speech
WASHINGTON, D.C. (W.) March 20, 2007 -- The American Center for Law and Justice, a law group known for defending Christian causes, has filed a brief in support of the so-called "Bong Hits for Jesus" student.
The Supreme Court announced yesterday plans to take the case, which involves a student in Alaska being disciplined for displaying a banner reading "Bong Hits for Jesus" in front of television cameras as a runner holding the Olympic torch passed by. [A bong is used to smoke marijuana]. The banner was destroyed by a principal and the student was disciplined.
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The Supreme Court announced yesterday plans to take the case, which involves a student in Alaska being disciplined for displaying a banner reading "Bong Hits for Jesus" in front of television cameras as a runner holding the Olympic torch passed by. [A bong is used to smoke marijuana]. The banner was destroyed by a principal and the student was disciplined.
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Christian group says "Ford dropping public support for homosexual agenda"
NEW YORK (W.) March 19, 2007 -- In a letter to supporters, the America Family Association says "It appears that Ford Motor Co., i response to AFA's boycott, is silently dropping public support for the homosexual agenda."
AFA said it has a list of reasons why it believes Ford has changed course. The auto manufacturer has stopped advertising in gay publications such as OUT and The Advocate and has stopped sponsoring the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation Media Awards, which it sponsored for years.
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AFA said it has a list of reasons why it believes Ford has changed course. The auto manufacturer has stopped advertising in gay publications such as OUT and The Advocate and has stopped sponsoring the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation Media Awards, which it sponsored for years.
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Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Fridays with Kathy Troccoli - Part V - Starting over
NASHVILLE (W.) March 16, 2007 -- If you like Kathy Troccoli's music or been impacted by her ministry, thank a girl named Cindy.
It was Cindy who played a role in leading Troccoli to Christ one summer in Long Island.
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It was Cindy who played a role in leading Troccoli to Christ one summer in Long Island.
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Pace gets support from religious groups
WASHINGTON, D.C. (W.) March 15, 2007 -- Religious groups are holding a press conference today to support Gen. Peter Pace, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Pace told the Chicago Tribune that homosexuality was immoral just as adultery is immoral and should not be condoned by the military.
Several gay activist group quickly called for an apology. Pace responded by saying he regretted speaking about his personal views. But lawmakers have joined in the criticism of Pace. Sen. John Warner (R-Va.), former Navy secretary, said in an AP story: "I respectfully but strongly disagree wit the chairman's view that homosexuality is immoral." Defense Secretary Robert Gates said in an AP story that "personal opinion really doesn't have a place here."
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Pace told the Chicago Tribune that homosexuality was immoral just as adultery is immoral and should not be condoned by the military.
Several gay activist group quickly called for an apology. Pace responded by saying he regretted speaking about his personal views. But lawmakers have joined in the criticism of Pace. Sen. John Warner (R-Va.), former Navy secretary, said in an AP story: "I respectfully but strongly disagree wit the chairman's view that homosexuality is immoral." Defense Secretary Robert Gates said in an AP story that "personal opinion really doesn't have a place here."
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Christian group says "Ford dropping public support for homosexual agenda"
NEW YORK (W.) March 19, 2007 -- In a letter to supporters, the America Family Association says "It appears that Ford Motor Co., i response to AFA's boycott, is silently dropping public support for the homosexual agenda."
AFA said it has a list of reasons why it believes Ford has changed course. The auto manufacturer has stopped advertising in gay publications such as OUT and The Advocate and has stopped sponsoring the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation Media Awards, which it sponsored for years.
To read more, visit WordNews.org
AFA said it has a list of reasons why it believes Ford has changed course. The auto manufacturer has stopped advertising in gay publications such as OUT and The Advocate and has stopped sponsoring the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation Media Awards, which it sponsored for years.
To read more, visit WordNews.org
ACLJ backing "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" student's free speech
WASHINGTON, D.C. (W.) March 20, 2007 -- The American Center for Law and Justice, a law group known for defending Christian causes, has filed a brief in support of the so-called "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" student.
The Supreme Court announced yesterday plans to take the case, which involves a student in Alaska being disciplined for displaying a banner reading "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" in front of television cameras as a runner holding the Olympic torch passed by. [A bong is used to smoke marijuana]. The banner was destroyed by a principal and the student was disciplined.
To read more, visit WordNews.org
The Supreme Court announced yesterday plans to take the case, which involves a student in Alaska being disciplined for displaying a banner reading "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" in front of television cameras as a runner holding the Olympic torch passed by. [A bong is used to smoke marijuana]. The banner was destroyed by a principal and the student was disciplined.
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Wednesday, March 14, 2007
School tells kids to be mum on gay event: CWA
DEERFIELD, Ill. (W.) March 14, 2007 -- Students in Deerfield HIgh School who were required to attend a "Straight Gay Alliance Network" panel discussion were told to keep the event to themselves and not tell anyone -- including parents.
The required event, attended by freshman, involved a panel discussion led by gay and lesbian upperclassmen during a "freshman advisory" class which Concerned Women for America said secretively featured inappropriate discussions of a sexual nature in promotion of high-risk homosexual behaviors.
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The required event, attended by freshman, involved a panel discussion led by gay and lesbian upperclassmen during a "freshman advisory" class which Concerned Women for America said secretively featured inappropriate discussions of a sexual nature in promotion of high-risk homosexual behaviors.
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Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Domain .XXX a bad idea, promotes legalizing obscenity, groups say
NEW YORK (W.) March 13, 2007 – The U.S. Department of Commerce has received a letter from 33 groups opposing a revised proposal to create a .XXX domain for pornographic Web sites on the Internet, according to Morality in Media.
The revised proposed .XXX domain, like the original proposal, is being proposed by ICM Registry, the company bidding to provide registry service for the Triple-X domain if it is created, Morality in Media said.
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The revised proposed .XXX domain, like the original proposal, is being proposed by ICM Registry, the company bidding to provide registry service for the Triple-X domain if it is created, Morality in Media said.
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Fire destroys home of bestselling author; kills son-in-law
TUCKER, Ga. (W.) March 12, 2007 - A fire destroyed the home of author Cecil Murphey and killed Murphey's son-in-law.
Murphey, his wife, Shirley, and daughter Cecile escaped, but Cecile’s husband, Alan Hege, was trapped inside and died in the flames.
Family members said Hege’s body was cremated last week and a memorial service will be held later in the month. Fire officials said the fire was started downstairs by sparks from a scented candle Cecile had blown out.
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Murphey, his wife, Shirley, and daughter Cecile escaped, but Cecile’s husband, Alan Hege, was trapped inside and died in the flames.
Family members said Hege’s body was cremated last week and a memorial service will be held later in the month. Fire officials said the fire was started downstairs by sparks from a scented candle Cecile had blown out.
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Ministry urges churches to sponsor Silent Witness Week
NEW YORK (W.) March 9, 2007 -- Christ United Methodist Church in Memphis ordered 2,500 buttons. Swift Creek Baptist Church in Midlothian, Va., ordered 1,000 buttons.
American Family Association said some churches and individuals are starting to catch the vision of Silent Witness Week, which runs from April 1-8.
The association is asking churches to participate in the special week, observed during Holy Week.
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American Family Association said some churches and individuals are starting to catch the vision of Silent Witness Week, which runs from April 1-8.
The association is asking churches to participate in the special week, observed during Holy Week.
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Friday, March 09, 2007
Fridays with Kathy Troccoli -- Starting out (part III)
NASHVILLE (W.) March 9, 2007 -- When Kathy Troccoli started recording Christian music, at 22, she didn't know where her place in Christian music would be.
The industry, still in its infancy at the time, didn't quite know either. Now, 25 years later, with 17 No. 1 songs on the Christian radio charts, 19 Dove Award nominations, three Grammy nominations, five songs hitting the top 10 mainstream radio charts, it's fairly obvious.
"I'm not sure at the time, and it's nobody's fault, not even my own," she told WordNews.org. "I meet the Lord. I have such a radical falling in love, not knowing I didn't have Him. And here I am a club singer. What do you do with this torch singer. ... It was a process of finding myself."
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The industry, still in its infancy at the time, didn't quite know either. Now, 25 years later, with 17 No. 1 songs on the Christian radio charts, 19 Dove Award nominations, three Grammy nominations, five songs hitting the top 10 mainstream radio charts, it's fairly obvious.
"I'm not sure at the time, and it's nobody's fault, not even my own," she told WordNews.org. "I meet the Lord. I have such a radical falling in love, not knowing I didn't have Him. And here I am a club singer. What do you do with this torch singer. ... It was a process of finding myself."
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Wednesday, March 07, 2007
Former ACLU leader arrested on child porn charges
ARLINGTON, Va. (W.) March 7, 2007 -- The former president of the American Civil Liberties Union's Virginia chapter has been arrested by federal authorities on child pornography charges, Liberty Counsel said.
Charles Rust-Tierney, 51, was arrested in February by federal authorities and charged with receipt and possession of child pornography in violation of federal law, Liberty Counsel said. The criminal complaint by the U.S. Attorney's Office said for several years Rust-Tierney visited a Web site containing graphic child pornography, Liberty Counsel said.
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Charles Rust-Tierney, 51, was arrested in February by federal authorities and charged with receipt and possession of child pornography in violation of federal law, Liberty Counsel said. The criminal complaint by the U.S. Attorney's Office said for several years Rust-Tierney visited a Web site containing graphic child pornography, Liberty Counsel said.
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Miller's "Preaching" book named Book of Year by Preaching Magazine
NASHVILLE (W.) March 7, 2007 -- Calvin Miller's new book "Preaching: The Art of Narrative Exposition" has been named 2007 Book of the Year by Preaching magazine.
The recognition is announced in the March-April 2007 issue of Preaching.
According to Preaching editor Michael Duduit, Miller's "Preaching" is, "an important contribution that will help any preacher explore new approaches to proclaiming biblical truth."
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The recognition is announced in the March-April 2007 issue of Preaching.
According to Preaching editor Michael Duduit, Miller's "Preaching" is, "an important contribution that will help any preacher explore new approaches to proclaiming biblical truth."
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Tuesday, March 06, 2007
Dozen students suspended for praying before school
VANCOUVER, Wash. (W.) March 6, 2007 - Two Heritage High School students here were suspended for 10 days for gathering to pray before the start of the school day.
The suspension has gotten the attention of Liberty Counsel, which is now providing legal assistance to the students who were suspended.
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The suspension has gotten the attention of Liberty Counsel, which is now providing legal assistance to the students who were suspended.
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The God Gap? How much is faith an issue with GOP, Dems
VENTURA, Calif. (W.) March 5, 2007 -- The Barna Group has researched the so-called "God-gap" between Republicans and Democrats and finds in many areas "the gap between the parties is not that large."
Barna examined 32 measures of religious commitment, belief and activity. The results found that Republicans still have an advantage in attracting born again Christian voters, but Democrats "are not as far behind on measures of Christian commitment as might be assumed."
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Barna examined 32 measures of religious commitment, belief and activity. The results found that Republicans still have an advantage in attracting born again Christian voters, but Democrats "are not as far behind on measures of Christian commitment as might be assumed."
To read more, visit WordNews.org
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