Mexico sect following Our Lady of the Rosary vows fight over public schools
NUEVA JERUSALEN, Mexico — Sprouting out of the corn fields of western Mexico rises a hill crowned with two arches and four towers, marking the gates of an improvised “holy land” that farmers built...
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St. John Baptist marks anniversary St. John Baptist Church, 1712 E. 29th St., will continue celebrating its 67th anniversary today and Sunday. There will be a musical and special guest from 7 to 9 p.m....
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Prayer walk to be held today in city The God Belongs In My City Prayer Walk, a national faith movement, is organizing prayer walks in cities across the United States. In Lubbock, the walk will begin at...
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All paths lead to a supreme being A.M. Bhattacharyya, an active member of the Hindu community: From the perspective of Hindu faith, the answer is “yes.” Let us explore the purpose of a religion in our...
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Jesus taught forgiveness The Rev. R.L. Baynham, pastor of Metropolitan Baptist Church in Kansas City, Kan.: When this statement was made, it was under the old beliefs and practices of the children of...
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Half-day meditation course by Buddhist Nun set for Jan. 12 Kelsang Chondzin, American Buddhist nun and new Lubbock resident teacher at Bodhichitta Kadampa Buddhist Center, 6701 Aberdeen Ave., one block...
View ArticleLetter: People who believe in creation make him cry
People who believe in creation make him cry This letter is in response to the letter “Theory of evolution is a fictitious story.”Humanity has arrived into the 21st Century. Through the wonders of...
View ArticleLetter: The Bible talks about scoffers
The Bible talks about scoffers Here we go again. Reference the Jan. 19 letter regarding creationism. Today’s intelligent sophistication boasts a hollow position decrying as myth the flood, God’s...
View ArticleCyndi Lee's new memoir helps her love herself
“May I Be Happy: a Memoir of Love, Yoga, and Changing My Mind” (Dutton), by Cyndi LeeYoga students are often motivated and even inspired by watching teachers twist their strong bodies into pretzeled...
View ArticleLetter: Science and creation beliefs are not exculsive
Science and creation beliefs are not exculsive This letter is in response to the Jan. 19 letter “People who believe in creation make him cry.” As a Christian, I respectfully disagree with the writer’s...
View ArticleLetter: Science and creation beliefs are not exclusive
Editors note: This is being published a second time due to editing errors.This letter is in response to the Jan. 19 letter “People who believe in creation make him cry.” As a Christian, I respectfully...
View ArticleHealth-and-fitness trips for adventurous travelers
RINCON, Puerto Rico — Several years ago, I found myself needing a certain type of vacation — one that would help me reset life and that combined my passions: fitness and sports, the outdoors and...
View ArticleLetter: Universe wasn't random chance
There are many who believe our universe came to be by accident, and there is no God. Call me naive, but I can’t accept that. Robert Jastrow, founding director of NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space...
View ArticleLetter: Question about doctrine of the Trinity
Is the Christianity of today the same as it was in the day of Jesus? “All scripture is inspired by God ... ” 2 Timothy 3:16. Is the doctrine of the Trinity inspired by God? Jesus said the only true God...
View ArticleLetter: Trinity was established in Genesis chapter 1
Trinity was established in Genesis chapter 1 Re: The letter “Question about the doctrine of the Trinity,” A-J, March 17.The answer is an emphatic “yes.” Since God is eternal, then the words he speaks...
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Saint Joseph to hold father/daughter dance Saint Joseph Hall, 21st and Division in Slaton, will hold a father/daughter dance on Saturday, May 11, from 6 to 11 p.m. The Junior Catholic Daughters will...
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Kadampa to host meditation class Kelsang Chondzin will teach a half-day meditation course at Bodhichitta Kadampa Buddhist Center, 6701 Aberdeen Ave., No. 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 18, The...
View ArticleKadampa Center to host meditation class
Kadampa Center to hold meditation class Kelsang Chondzin will teach a half-day meditation course at Bodhichitta Kadampa Buddhist Center, 6701 Aberdeen Ave., No. 4, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May...
View ArticleLetter: Reader discusses history of council in 381 A.D.
Reader discusses history of council in 381 A.D. Re: The letter “Trinity is confirmed by scriptural references.” A-J, April 14.The letter should be amended so slightly, in my humble opinion. The author...
View ArticleLopez: A different type of inclusion
The scene was exotic enough to make an amateur photographer going for a walk instead sit down for the long haul. We were gathering on a grassy patch on the U.S. Capitol’s grounds. The first to arrive...
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