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Holocaust Memorial Center to Host Survivor Ela Stein Weissberger for Members-Only Event, March 12
Weissberger will discuss her experience as a prisoner at the Theresienstadt concentration camp and an original cast member of the children’s opera Brundibár, which tells the story of a brother and sister who join forces with a sparrow, cat and dog to outwit an evil organ grinder. - February 22, 2014 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
OneHope Reaches Its Billionth Child with the Gospel
Ministry hits major milestone and plans to reach nearly 100 million more children in 2014. - February 19, 2014 - OneHope
Local Church Helps Community Get "White Hot" with Heat Ticket Giveaway
Leroy McDowell, pastor of The Gate Restoration Center, will be helping the people of his church's community get "White Hot" this march. The church will be giving away a pair of Miami Heat tickets every Sunday in march. Its all apart of the theme of the church's next sermon series... - February 19, 2014 - The Gate Restoration Center
Religion Communicators Council Discovers Basic Principles of Good Design
The Nashville Chapter of the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) meets monthly to learn from one another and hone their skills in public relations and communications. This month, members got a crash course in basic design. - February 19, 2014 - Religion Communicators Council
OneHope's Hazel Hoskins: Not Just “Sitting There"
Hazel Hoskins gives an inside look into her half a century as a missionary and evangelist’s wife. - February 17, 2014 - OneHope
Jackson UMC Gives Butts County Couple a Free Wedding
Raising awareness of Christian marriage, JUMC donates a local couple a wedding, reception and honeymoon to start the bride and groom in radical hospitality. - February 14, 2014 - Jackson United Methodist Church
Ausar Auset Society Washington, DC to Enstool New Queen Mother
The “Celebrating the Tradition of African Queens” ceremony and celebration for the enstoolment of Hem Shekhem Sanekhem Nerta EnKamit as an Ur Aua-t (Queen Mother) in the Washington, DC Hesp (region). The Kings and Queen Mothers of Ausar Auset International have many responsibilities some of which include for providing oversight and support for the spiritual needs and programs for members and families. - February 13, 2014 - Ausar Auset Society - Washington, D.C.
Seminar Will Provide Law Students and Graduates with Strategies and Competitive Edge
Chabad of Southside is proud to announce a seminar for law students and legal professionals featuring three Florida Coastal School of Law Graduates who will provide strategies for navigating law school and the difficult job market on Saturday Night Feb. 22nd 8pm at Chabad. - February 12, 2014 - Chabad Lubavitch of Southside, Inc.
Keeping Your Child Healthy
Ganeinu Preschool is proud to present a free seminar to parents and child care givers with renowned Jacksonville Pediatrician Dr. Shiree Sauer providing key information to keeping children healthy on Sunday February 23rd at 6pm at the Ganeinu Preschool. - February 12, 2014 - Ganeinu - Early Childhood Development Center
Registration Open for Religion Communicators Council National Convention
Faith-group representatives to meet April 3-5 in Nashville, Tennessee. - February 08, 2014 - Religion Communicators Council
Forgotten Russia: Reaching the Children You Won’t See During the Olympics
OneHope and Russian churches host sports outreaches throughout Winter Games. - February 07, 2014 - OneHope
Christians Gathering to Positively Impact Denver for Jesus in 2014
The United Church of Montbello in Denver, 4879 Crown Blvd., will host a gathering of four churches and 3 denominations including the United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ and the Presbyterian Church USA on Sunday, February 9th at 2pm. Learn more about serving Jesus in the metro... - February 07, 2014 - United Church of Montbello
Saviors Day 2014 - A New Beginning for a New People | New Africa in America
Saviors Day is a time to connect with people and things that propel communities Forward. Forward to Growth; Forward to Development; Forward to Continued Progress. - February 06, 2014 - WDM Ministry
Torat Hanefesh School of Jewish Psychology's Conference on "Faith and Free Will"
January 27th, Tel Aviv. Nearly 300 men and women participated in a day-long conference held by the Torat Hanefesh School of Jewish Psychology. The conference's topic, "Faith and Free Will," drew many to a series of lectures on the topic delivered by teachers from the School of Jewish Psychology. en.torathanefesh.org - February 04, 2014 - Torat Hanefesh School
Message of the Cross Church Preaches the Original Message
The Message of the Cross Church, also known as the Church Purchased With His Blood, declares original bible truths, now lost in the churches of today. They believe that in order to receive God given results, you must not leave God’s prescribed order of doing things. This can be altered through new age ideologies, beliefs and shallow philosophies nurtured by humanistic views and overtones. - January 25, 2014 - Message of the Cross Church
Tickets on Sale for JFCS 10th Annual Celebrity Chefs & Wine Tasting & Golf Challenge
JFCS the premier local safety net social service organization, has opened ticket sales for its 10th Annual Celebrity Chefs Food & Wine Tasting & Golf Challenge to be held Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at The Resort at Longboat Key Club. - January 25, 2014 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
Realized Master Ramakant Maharaj, a Direct Disciple of Nisargadatta Maharaj, is Now Teaching in Nashik, Maharashtra, India
Ramakant Maharaj is a phenomenon, known only to a handful of people. He is, in fact, the only direct Indian disciple of Shri Nisargadatta Maharaj, in the world, who is actively giving initiation into this lineage of Masters. His teachings clarify questions and doubts arising from Nisargadatta Maharaj's Non-dual philosophy, as well as from the spiritual classic "I Am That," published forty years ago. - January 24, 2014 - Ramakant Maharaj
Join Fabulous Women on the Journey of Walking in Fabulosity 2014 with the the Fabulous I Am Women's Extravaganza! Come Out to Experience Total Transformation.
Detour Movement Inc. presents Fabulous I Am Women of God Extravaganza! Walk in Your Fabulosity in 2014. Attendees can expect to release any baggage, bondage, fear or toxic habits out of their life and relationships; restore their emotions, health, and confidence; renew their mind, body and spirit; transform their life and relationships, so they can start experiencing the relationships they truly desire. This event will be held on Fri. & Sat. 9th & 10th May 2014 @ 8AM Charleston, SC. - January 22, 2014 - Detour Movement Incorporated
Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus Hosts International Holocaust Remembrance Day Presentation, Jan. 26
World War II and decorated veteran Dr. Guy Stern will be the keynote speaker and detail his family’s traumatic experience under Nazi rule, his fortunate escape to the U.S. and his return to Europe as an officer in the American Secret Service. - January 19, 2014 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Bible Gets Digital Makeover for Kids
Bible App for Kids celebrates 2 Million downloads in 6 weeks. - January 18, 2014 - OneHope
Preschool Children Plant Tree for Tu B'Shvat
On Tuesday, January 13th students at Ganeinu – Early Childhood Development Center posted a very special certificate at their butterfly garden with great pride – certification from the North American Butterfly Association. Each week, students carefully tend to their garden which boasts... - January 17, 2014 - Ganeinu - Early Childhood Development Center
2014-2015 Interdenominational Ministers Fellowship Executive Board Installation This Wednesday
The Interdenominational Ministers Fellowship will install its new Executive Board members on January 15, 2014 at 11:45am at New Covenant Christian Church (DOC) on Osage Street in Nashville. - January 15, 2014 - Interdenominational Ministers Fellowship
JFCS Opens Call for Veteran Nominations to Recognize Excellent Service
Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is currently seeking nominations from the community for veterans who inspire patriotism, provide service to others and offer hope to veterans. The awardees will be recognized at a Tribute to Veterans Service to Community Awards Luncheon, sponsored... - January 11, 2014 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church in New Tampa Gets Approval to Build New Church
Fr. David DeJulio announced to his parishioners that Bishop Lynch has given approval to build the New Church. - January 09, 2014 - St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church
JFCS Seeks Respite Volunteers for Caregivers
Jewish Family & Children's Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS) is seeking respite volunteers for caregivers within the community to provide them much needed relief and companionship to their loved ones. - January 09, 2014 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
OneHope Introduces Incredible Islands: Digitally Enhanced Children's Ministry Tool Available to U.S. Churches January 15, 2014
Scripture-rich online game harnesses the power of technology to reach 21st-century kids in church and beyond! - January 09, 2014 - OneHope
Jews of Ponte Vedra/Jacksonville Beaches Address Relevance of Judaism in Modern Society
The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) will present To Be a Jew in the Free World: Jewish Identity Through the Lens of Modern History the institute’s new six-session Winter 2014 course that will begin during the week of February 5th. Rabbi Nochum Kurinsky of Chabad @ the Beaches will... - January 08, 2014 - Chabad @ the Beches
Marriage Book Emerges from Tribulations of Iraq War, Reality TV and Recording Contract
New book release, "Whole Armor of Marriage" written by Caroline Jens, wife of Sony recording artist and America's Got Talent finalist, Daniel Jens. - January 07, 2014 - Whole Armor Ministry
USA Mohel Launches Interactive Website for Improved Knowledge
Rabbi Nechemia Markovits, M.B. Certified Mohel, utilizes a website to improve knowledge of Bris (Brit) Milah - Ritual Circumcision. - December 31, 2013 - USA Mohel
Jewish Family & Children’s Service Updates Agency Name to Reflect Broader Region Served
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS), the premier local safety net social service organization, has changed its name to Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. to recognize the non-profit agency’s broader service region. Formerly... - December 28, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
USA Mohel Launches Interactive Website for Improved Knowledge
Rabbi Nechemia Markovits, M.B. Certified Mohel, utilizes a website to improve knowledge of Bris (Brit) Milah - Ritual Circumcision. - December 21, 2013 - USA Mohel
JFCS Expands to Charlotte County to Serve Homeless & At-Risk Veteran Families
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of the Suncoast, Inc. (JFCS) opened a Charlotte County office located at 514 Grace Street in Punta Gorda, FL on Monday, December 2, 2013. An expansion of JFCS’ Operational Military Assistance Program, the Charlotte County office will serve veteran families who are homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - December 20, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
A Mystical Christmas: Church to Have New Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
“A Mystical Christmas” is the theme of Unity of Palm Beaches’ Christmas Eve candlelight service on December 24, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. Readings from the traditional Bible stories will be intermingled with metaphysical vignettes. Twelve themes relative to thoughts of Christmas (Wonder,... - December 19, 2013 - Unity of the Palm Beaches Church
Xclaimed Ministries 5th Annual Community Christmas Festival
Xclaimed Ministries gives away free toys, clothes, food, home decor items and a message of Hope. - December 17, 2013 - Xclaimed Ministries, Inc
Fund-Raising Walkathon in Bukit Indah, Johor Bahru
"Walk With Friends 2014" Walkathon will be held in Bukit Indah on 1 March 2014. - December 05, 2013 - Walk With Friends 2014
JFCS Adopt a Family for the Holidays Program Seeks Adopters
Jewish Family & Children’s Service has kicked off its Annual Adopt A Family for the Holidays program and is currently in need of individuals or families willing to adopt a child or family to make a difference and help a needy family this holiday season. - November 28, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
Bethlehem Church Benefit for Typhoon Victims: A Requiem for Those Lost
On Sunday, December, 1, at 8:00 PM, over 80 musicians will perform a stunningly beautiful requiem in the sanctuary of Bethlehem United Church of Christ on Fourth Street, in Ann Arbor. This performance will have a single mission: to raise money for those who survived the most powerful typhoon in... - November 27, 2013 - Bethlehem United Church of Christ
Bethlehem Church Presents a Benefit Concert to Aid Typhoon Relief Efforts in Philippines Featuring Ann Arbor Area Musicians
A performance of Maurice Durufle’s Requiem will take place on Sunday, December 1st at 8 p.m. The performance is for the benefit of the victims Typhoon Haiyan that devastated the Philippines November 8. Proceeds will go to the multi-denominational Church World Service, one of the highest rated... - November 27, 2013 - Bethlehem United Church of Christ
Holocaust Memorial Center and Charles H. Wright Museum Partner for “Beyond Swastika and Jim Crow” Program Series
Events on Dec. 5 and Dec. 12 will focus on Jewish-African American Relations. The presentations are part of a current Holocaust Memorial Center exhibit, “Beyond Swastika and Jim Crow,” which is on display through Dec. 15. - November 27, 2013 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
The Salvation Army of Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties Accepting Monetary Donations for the Typhoon Disaster
The Salvation Army is in The Philippines, ready and waiting to head to typhoon disaster help to provide aid to those affected by the natural disaster. The Salvation Army of Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties is currently accepting monetary donations to help the national relief efforts. - November 27, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
USPS Toys for Tots Pickup is December 7
Toys are still needed for the Toys for Tots annual toy drive. Residents will not receive a postcard in their mailbox this year, but all donations can still be dropped off or left in mailbox. Pickup will be on December 7, 2013. - November 27, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
Bethlehem Relief Effort Benefit Concert
Bethlehem Church presents a benefit concert to aid typhoon relief efforts in Philippines featuring Ann Arbor area musicians and conductor Arianne Abela. A performance of Maurice Durufle’s Requiem will take place on Sunday, December 1st at 8 p.m. The performance is for the benefit of the... - November 24, 2013 - Bethlehem United Church of Christ
New Release of Marital and Relationship Help Book
Crosslink Publishing is proud to offer the newly published book by Kelli H. Smith, "Surviving the First Five: Insightful Encouragement for the Newly Married" hitting online bookstores everywhere on October 11, 2013. Available at www.amazon.com and www.barnesandnoble.com - November 22, 2013 - Kelli Smith, Inc.
Rick Hamlin, Editor of "Guideposts" Magazine, to Speak About Prayer at Titusville Presbyterian Church Dec. 1
Rick Hamlin, executive editor of “Guideposts” magazine and author of the recently-released book, “Ten Prayers You Can’t Live Without: How to Talk to God About Anything,” will speak about prayer and methods for developing a personal prayer life on December 1 at 4:30 p.m. - November 21, 2013 - First Presbyterian Church of Titusville
New Anglo-Catholic Church in Newtown Square, PA: Newman Fellowship Offers "A Change in Substance"
An Anglo-Catholic church is meeting in Newtown Square, in Southeastern Pennsylvania on Sunday mornings at 9:00. The Fellowship of the Blessed John Henry Newman (Newman Fellowship) offers traditional, high church worship and classical appeal. - November 20, 2013 - Newman Fellowship
The Salvation Army of Lee Hendry and Glades Counties Will Hold Kettle Kickoff
The Salvation Army (TSA) of Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties is pleased to announce the Kettle Kickoff, an event to start the 2013 Red Kettle Season for Lee/Hendry/Glades, Charlotte, and Collier counties. The Kettle Kickoff will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 15th at the Coconut Point... - November 15, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
Sally’s Café Names November 18-22 as Honorary "City of Fort Myers" Week
Sally’s Café & Marketplace located at 2476 Edison Avenue in Fort Myers will honor the City of Fort Myers from Monday, November 18th through Friday, November 22nd. On Tuesday, November 19th, Fort Myers’ re-elected Mayor Randy Henderson and his wife Ginny will be serving dinner for the Meals with Compassion program at Sally’s Café. - November 15, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades
The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln
Preeminent Abraham Lincoln actor, playwright and scholar, Dr. Gene Griessman will present “The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln” at Northwest Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Sandy Springs, GA on Sunday, February 9, 2013 at 7:00 pm. - November 12, 2013 - Northwest Unitarian Universalist Congregation
JFCS Receives $50,000 Grant for Building Strong Families Program
Jewish Family & Children’s Service of Sarasota-Manatee, Inc received a $50,000 grant from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation for its Building Strong Families (BSF) Program helping families in the North Port. - November 09, 2013 - Jewish Family & Children's Service
The Salvation Army Announces New Bonita Springs Offices
The Salvation Army Bonita Springs Outreach & Service Center will be relocating to new office space located in the Bonita Professional Park Complex at: 28331 South Tamiami Trail, Unit B8, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 (The old Family Health Centers Complex, behind the Car Wash). The current office... - November 08, 2013 - Salvation Army - Lee, Hendry, and Glades