Buddhism
Want to Be Happy? Be Generous and Compassionate, Says Neuroscientist
In a study initiated by the Dalai Lama, a neuroscientist was asked to study kindness and compassion via the brains of Buddhists. Research on Buddhist monks’…
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Christianity
Pastors Fly Christian Flags Above U.S. Flag to Start “God Before Government” Campaign
A North Carolina church flew the Christian flag over the American flag during the Fourth of July weekend as a symbol of greater commitment and service…
Christianity
Muslims Raise Over $80,000 to Help Rebuild Black Christian Churches
American Muslim non-profit groups create a crowdfunding campaign to help rebuild black churches. Three Muslim organizations are campaigning during the holy month of Ramadan to rebuild…
Issues
Coexister Attempts to Break Down Religious Stereotypes in French Classrooms
The youth group advocates for inter-religious dialog in secular schools to help prevent and remedy religious misunderstandings and prejudice. Because of the recent terrorist attacks in…
Catholicism
In South America Pope Francis Continues Environmental Battle; Economists, Politicians, Scientists Disagree
Pope Francis declares we no longer can turn our backs on Mother Earth. Pope Francis has continued his campaign for environmental issues during his ongoing visit…
Ethics
UK Muslim leader: Take Action Against People Radicalizing Their Own Children
A Muslim leader in the UK demands that Islamist fanatics who radicalize children should be shunned by their communities. Rafiq Hayat, president of the moderate Ahmadiyya…
Christianity
In a Historic First, the Mormon Church Donates to Utah Gay Youth Program
The church told the Utah Pride Center they were “grateful to be able to serve your efforts in this worthy project.” In what is sure to…
Entertainment
Laura Prepon on Why She Loves Scientology: “Finally Something was Speaking my Language”
Things have become easier for Laura Prepon since becoming a Scientologist. Known for her starring role in That 70’s Show as Donna Pinciotti, Laura Prepon sat…
Christianity
Seattle Seahawks’ Russell Wilson on How His Faith Has Shaped Him in Interview with Rock Church Pastor
Wilson said that Jesus spoke to him in a dream when he was 14-years-old. Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is practicing abstinence with his new girlfriend,…
Entertainment
Entertainment giant Jerry Weintraub believed in “higher power”
Weintraub began paying attention to what he called a higher power after his success as a concert promoter for Elvis, Frank Sinatra and others. Long-time American…
Christianity
Islam Most Popular Religion Among Under 30 Chinese Population
A PEW report that predicts that by 2050, the Islam population will be as large as the Christian population. Islam is currently the most popular religion…
Baptist
Jimmy Carter: “Everybody Should have the right to get married, regardless of their sex”
“Jesus would encourage any love affair if it was honest and sincere and was not damaging to anyone else, and I don’t see that gay marriage…