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Newly Opened, Hallway of Life Recovery Center, Inc. Meets the Unique Needs of Women in Recovery in Delray Beach, Fl

Psychiatrist Owned and Operated Halfway House Empowers Women, Teaches a New Way to Live. - February 02, 2008 - Hallway of Life Recovery Center, Inc

Fasting for a Cause this Ash Wednesday

An ancient holiday gets a new spin - young people fasting to fight global poverty. Global Fast is a youth movement that empowers young people to create real change. With the motto, "Give one day, change lives forever," fasters around the nation have already impacted hundreds or thousands of lives in Haiti, the Philippines, Sudan and Ethiopia. Launching on Feb 6 through March, this year's Global Fast will create material and spiritual change through fasting, prayer and charity. - February 01, 2008 - Global Fast

Researchers Launch 'Pseudo-Scientology Website'

With everything from religion definitions to the writings of L. Ron Hubbard, to news highlights from around the world, to traditional Christian concepts, PseudoScientology.com offers an introduction and ongoing examination of the 20th Century's most misunderstood religion - Scientology. - February 01, 2008 - American Religious Studies Center

New Online Resource for the Kosher Community; New Web Site Provides Daily News, Kashrut Alerts, and Discounts for Kosher Consumers

With the launch of the Kashrutnews.com Web site, the kosher community now has access to a comprehensive resource for information about kashrut on the Internet. To help kosher customers make better food choices, Kashrutnews.com provides daily updates on changes to food’s kosher status due to mislabeling or new certification. The site also features product certification alerts, label clarifications, and discounts on kosher foods and helpful products. - January 31, 2008 - Kashrut News

"Soul Currency" Author Rev. Ernest D. (Ernie) Chu Introduces Coaching Program for Clergy, Churches

The Rev. Ernest D. (Ernie) Chu, former investment banker and now assistant pastor at The Center for Spiritual Living - Ft. Lauderdale, a Religious Science center in South Florida, now offers coaching for ministers and church boards. - January 30, 2008 - Soul Currency Institute

Dr. John Edward Millheim, Vice President of Shepherds Theological Seminary, Has Been Named a Princeton Premier Honored Member in Business

Dr. John Edward Millheim is an accomplished professional with an impressive academic history that includes two Doctoral Degrees. He earned a Ph.D. in Theology from Faith Theological Seminary, which traces its origins to the Princeton Theological Seminary. His second Doctoral Degree is a Ph. D. in... - January 25, 2008 - Princeton Premier

Jeong Jeon, Professor of Systematic Theology for Chesapeake Reformed Theological Seminary, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2008-2009 Princeton Premier Registry

Jeong Jeon, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology for Chesapeake Reformed Theological Seminary, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2008-2009 Princeton Premier Registry. Jeong makes his home in Columbia, Maryland and attended Westminster Theological Seminary where he earned a PH.D in... - January 25, 2008 - Princeton Premier

On Common Ground: Bridging the Mormon-Evangelical Divide

Celestine Publishing released its newest publication, On Common Ground. It presents real experiences and more than 2,000 principles Latter-day Saints and the rest of the Christian world share as true. - January 24, 2008 - Celestine Publishing, LLC

Christian Design Firm Creates Unique Website Entitled "Salted Websites" to Help Churches and Small Businesses Obtain a Website of Their Own

A fresh new idea in making professionally designed websites affordable for churches and small business owners has been created. Salted Websites are professionally designed, "ready-made" websites which can be customized for each individual customer by a professional designer. The websites are then created in a way so that the customer can edit the text on the pages themselves. This saves them from monthly maintenance fees for minor text updates. - January 24, 2008 - leppdesign, LLC

The New Spirituality for Dummies Offers a Substantial and Fun Approach to Spiritual Life

It's Spirituality For the Rest of Us. In stores, January 22, 2008. With a friendly and conversational tone, the new, improved 2nd edition of Spirituality For Dummies helps readers find their way through the maze of modern life to an authentic spirituality that is universal, personal, and inherently optimistic. - January 22, 2008 - Sharon Janis

Rev. Wayne P. Riddlebaugh, President of American Heritage Ministry, Inc. Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2008-2009 Princeton Premier Registry

Rev. Wayne P. Riddlebaugh, President of American Heritage Ministry, Inc. Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2008-2009 Princeton Premier Registry. Wayne makes his home in Pace, Florida and was ordained at The University Worship Center. Rev. Riddlebaugh represents his organization as Chief... - January 20, 2008 - Princeton Premier

Christian Distance Education Directory Adds Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral Degree Listings

The BakersGuide.com Christian Distance Learning Degree and Program Directory just added new online bachelors, masters, and doctoral degree listings. - January 20, 2008 - Baker's Guide to Christian Distance Education

Penny J. Turner, President and Speaker for Choices International, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2008-2009 Princeton Premier Registry

Penny J. Turner, President and Speaker for Choices International, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2008-2009 Princeton Premier Registry. Choices International is a ministry operated by donations that provides families with God's support and love. Penny is the acting President of the... - January 19, 2008 - Princeton Premier

Henry Kaye Launches a New Collection of Girls' First Holy Communion Dresses and Accessories

A girl’s first Holy Communion is an important milestone in her life. There’s no need to worry about what to wear for the special event as Henry Kaye offers a new range of pretty white dresses, shoes and accessories especially designed for first Holy Communions. - January 18, 2008 - Henry Kaye

Bishop of Rochester Will Install Rev. Julie A. Cicora as Rector of St. Peter's Church

On January 31, 2008 at 7 pm. Bishop Jack McKelvey will install the Rev. Julie A. Cicora as the new Rector of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Henrietta. Rev. Cicora left a leading position with Hewlett-Packard Company to become Priest-in-Charge of St. Peter's in October 2006. The Priest-in-Charge... - January 17, 2008 - St.Peter's Episcopal Church

Success on Catholic Matchmaker New Zealand

Catholic Matchmaker New Zealand has its first success story. “Cathie and David” have announced their engagement in the Christchurch Press last month, and plan an April Wedding. Catholic Matchmaker opened its doors in New Zealand on 29 September 07 and since then has been a steadily... - January 17, 2008 - Catholic Matchmaker New Zealand Ltd

BakersGuide.com Makes It Attractive to Find an Online Christian School

Baker’s Guide to Christian Distance Education unveiled its new site design intended to make it even more attractive for prospective distance learners to find an accredited Christian degree program. - January 12, 2008 - Baker's Guide to Christian Distance Education

Revelations Radio Network Announces Launch of End Times Bible Prophecy Radio Network

Revelations Radio Network, RevelationsRadioNetwork.com announces its long awaited official launch. Network programming includes 200 End Times Bible Prophecy and Christian shows. - January 11, 2008 - Revelations Radio Network

Divorce Support Program to Resume at Doylestown United Methodist Church

The Spring Session of the DivorceCare program at Doylestown United Methodist Church will begin on January 14th 2008. - January 09, 2008 - Doylestown United Methodist Church

1 Year Sabbatical for Christian Book Previews’ Founder: Stacy Oliver Takes Creative Hiatus

Stacy Oliver, founder of the pioneering Christian Book Previews website, is going on sabbatical for one year starting January 6, returning in January 2009. - January 07, 2008 - Christian Book Previews

Sure-Fire Way to Book Club Success in 2008; Bookclub Kit is Easy, Fun, and Insightful

With book clubs being the rage and leisure time at a premium, the release of the BookClub Kit wraps all the necessary elements together in one simple package, along with exclusive features for fun and meaningful book club gatherings. Christian Book Previews, a pioneer in online Christian review... - January 06, 2008 - Christian Book Previews

BakersGuide.com Readers Name Leading Christian Distance Education Programs

Readers of Baker’s Guide to Christian Distance Education (www.bakersguide.com) have selected their most popular Christian distance and online programs for 2007. Greenwich Theological Seminary, Northwest Nazarene University, Northwestern College, and A Beka Academy offered the most searched... - January 06, 2008 - Baker's Guide to Christian Distance Education

New Children's Picture Book, Creation's Praise, Provides Inspirational Thirty-One Day Devotional for Children

Creation's Praise, a bright and colorful thirty-one day devotional for young children. Written in poetical form and filled with animals and all creation praising and thanking God. Also included are daily opportunities for adults and children to spend time together praising and thanking God for His tender love and care. Designed, so adults can lovingly introduce their little ones to the great universal symphony of praise to God. - January 05, 2008 - Praise Expressions, Inc.

OurChurch.Com Launches NE1™ Website Builder

OurChurch.Com, a leading provider of web hosting, design, marketing, and advertising services to Christian organizations and individuals, has launched its new NE1™ Website Builder. NE1™ was developed for the Internet novice, the experienced website administrator, and anyone in... - January 04, 2008 - OurChurch.Com

Beyond the Firmament Author Releases "A Natural History of Creation" Video

Gordon J. Glover, author of Beyond the Firmament: Understanding Science and the Theology of Creation, has published a free online video entitled A Natural History of Creation. This nine-minute video combines artwork, text, and music to present an old-earth framework from creation through the... - January 04, 2008 - Watertree Press LLC

Nonprofit Promotes Religious Tolerance and Cultural Inclusivity

It’s the time of year when many individuals create their list of things they intend to do in the New Year to improve their minds, bodies, and/or spirits. For those who resolve to be more tolerant of others or who seek to become better educated about other cultures, Common Tables, a... - December 30, 2007 - Common Tables

Gavin W. Young Jr, Life Coach for Whitehawk Spirit Coaching LLC, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry

Gavin W. Young Jr, Life Coach for Whitehawk Spirit Coaching LLC, has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Gavin makes his home in Talent Oregon and earned two Masters Degree in Systematic and Historical Theology and Pastoral Ministry from Graduate Theological... - December 26, 2007 - Princeton Premier

The Illuminati Code

Ed Russo aims to satisfy Golden Illuminated Publications with print-on-demand availability of The Illuminati Code at Lulu.com. Ed Russo promotes a self-improvement method through a fiction novel as the main character is on a spiritual journey on his search for the truth about the Illuminati. Meanwhile he faces obstacles as the Illuminati is up against a rival. - December 25, 2007 - Illuminated Publications

The Lutheran Christ Connection Supports a Different Type of Church Growth

Church Growth is a hot topic today and TLCC has some hot recommendations. - December 25, 2007 - The Lutheran Christ Connection

"Spiritual Water" is This Year’s Most Appropriate and Controversial Christmas Stocking Stuffer

New Bottled Water Product Conveys the True Christmas Spirit & also Generates Widespread Media Attention - December 24, 2007 - Spiritual Brands, Inc.

David T. Chow, Executive Director for the Ambassadors for Christ Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry

David T. Chow, currently residing in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, earned a Masters Degree in Theology and Mission from Columbia International University. He is presently the Executive Director for the Ambassadors for Christ; an organization that has been endeavoring to reach Chinese intellectuals for... - December 22, 2007 - Princeton Premier

Timothy P. Vanduivendyk, System Executive for the Memorial Hermann Healthcare System Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry

Timothy P. Vanduivendyk earned a Doctorate of Ministry Degree from the Southern Western Baptist Theological Seminary. Prior to obtaining this degree, he earned a Bachelors of Science Degree from Baylor University. Now residing in the city of Sugarland, Texas, he is a System Executive and Chaplain... - December 22, 2007 - Princeton Premier

Southern California Church Challenges Teens to Get SHOCKed

Inland Southern California church presents a cutting edge, six-night youth rally called SHOCK Fest. SHOCK Fest is rated PG-13 and challenges teenagers to face some of the tough questions in their lives and to help them seek answers. - December 22, 2007 - Riverside Community Church

Pastors Lyle and Deborah Dukes Headline New Year’s Eve Weekend of Gospel Concerts and Services in Washington, D.C. Area December 28th – 31st

Get ready for three days of power as Pastor Lyle Dukes and Co-Pastor Deborah Dukes host the New Beginnings New Year's Eve Celebration at Hylton Memorial Chapel in Woodbridge, Virginia, December 28th-31st. - December 22, 2007 - Harvest Life Changers Church, International

Inspirational CD Series, the Eternal Words™ Available January, 2008

Anna Perry's Eternal Words(TM) CD series combine spoken scriptures and instrumentals to give hope, inspiration, and comfort for anyone struggling with common life situations such as the need for peace and compassion, financial worries, and substance abuse use. The CDs will be available the second week of January and retail for $15.95. - December 21, 2007 - Eternal Words

Calling Women to ‘Step Out of the Boat’

Encourages them to serve God and walk in their calling. - December 21, 2007 - Njeri Gakunju

Olive Tree Bible Software Announces 11 New Bible Software Collections

Olive Tree Bible Software announces the release of 11 new software collections, specifically designed to meet a variety of Bible reading and study needs. - December 20, 2007 - Olive Tree Bible Software

New Jewish Coins Use Old Wisdom to Aid in Life Balancing

Alan Goldberg, an Austin, Texas entrepreneur, has set out to create a new definition for Jewish coins. Alan has founded SoulCoin Co. and is marketing the company’s first coins—the Humility and Joy Coin Set—as “Coins of the Spiritual Realm.” The coin set is based on a parable of wisdom meant to help people balance their approach to life. - December 18, 2007 - SoulCoin Co.

Turn Your World Upside Down in 2008

Come meet Michael Berg from Youth with a Mission and learn how to “Turn Your World Upside Down in 2008,” Sunday, December 30, 10 AM. - December 16, 2007 - Without Walls Vineyard Church

Announcing MyCatholicVillage.com - The Premier Social Networking Site for Catholics

MyCatholicVillage.com is a worldwide faith network of Catholics who are linked together in a spirit of mutual support and friendship. MyCatholicVillage is the premier resource for Catholics to grow in their faith through Christ centered friendships with other Catholics. Vision and... - December 15, 2007 - MyCatholicVillage.com

Get the JLifestyle - New Jewish Lifestyle Magazine

An exclusive interview with model turned businesswoman Caprice, travel guide to Berlin and other compelling features and articles are in the first issue of JLifestyle, a free full colour glossy Jewish lifestyle magazine that is out now. - December 13, 2007 - JLifestyle

New Book Bridges Gap Between Science and Religion

After a year of intense investigation of available evidence VandeWeghe found himself with not only his old degrees in engineering and economics, but also a new call to preach. - December 08, 2007 - Windmill Ministries

Winner of Best Health and Holistic Website

The Christian Meditator wins 2008 Black Web Award for best health and holistic website. - December 07, 2007 - Christian Meditation

New Book for Churches Needing to Build

Few church leaders have the experience or training to navigate a building program in a manner that minimizes the risk and maximizes satisfaction with the resulting project. Written by an experienced church building consultant, "Preparing to Build" provides best practices and real world tips to help church leaders build with less stress, risk and cost. - December 06, 2007 - AMI Church Consulting Services

The Musical Comedic Genius of Sean Altman's Jewmongous is Making It's Way to the Ridgefield Playhouse

Sean Altman, in addition to being the founder and former leader of Rockapella, is part of a new breed of Jewish hipster comedy that includes Jon Stewart, Sacha Baron and Sarah Silverman. He is hilarious while drawing upon his Jewish heritage relating those bits of life we can all identify. He will do just that as he brings his “Jewmongous” to The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, December 20 at 8 p.m. - December 06, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse

Sacred Storytelling Workshop in La Canada, California December 2nd

Professional, national storyteller presents a free-of-charge workshop on "Storytelling in Sacred Settings" on Sunday, December 2, 2007 at 2:00 PM. The workshop, part of Sean's Southern California tour, will be held at St. George Episcopal Church in La Canada, California. Contact the church office at (818) 790-3323 for more information. - November 30, 2007 - Storyteller.net