National Diabetes Month
According to most grocers, Thanksgiving is the biggest food holiday in the United States. Interestingly, November is also National Diabetes Month. It’s kind of ironic when you think about it. According to the CDC, ...
Category: Health and Wellness, Holidays and Observances, Religion
Are You Nice or Kind?
Niceness and kindness are two words that are often used interchangeably, but there is a big difference between them. Nice people generally act in ways that conform to society's views. A kind person acts out of a deep lov ...
Category: Health and Wellness, Morality, Religion
Reformation Day: October 31
Halloween might be the holiday every child looks forward to all year, but Protestant churches remember October 31st as Reformation Day. It was 500 years ago that Martin Luther wrote his “Ninety-Five Theses” a ...
Category: Holidays and Observances, Religion, Christianity
The Hindu Festival of Lights
If you love a good fairy tale where good triumphs over evil or knowledge beats out ignorance, then you'll really appreciate the Hindu festival of lights, called Diwali or Deepavali. In the northern hemisphere, this holid ...
Category: Ceremonies, Holidays and Observances, Religion
A Reminder to Choose Charities Carefully
Most people want to help others in need, no matter what your faith background is or isn't. Tropical Storm Harvey has left thousands of people in Texas needing basic requirements, shelter, food and clothing, and many orga ...
Banned Books That Might Surprise You
Jen Hatmaker, a Christian author, spoke out in support of the LGBT community and same-sex marriage. Her books were taken off the shelves at LifeWay Christian stores due to her beliefs. LifeWay has the right to sell which ...
Category: Freedom, Holidays and Observances, Morality, Religion
Historic Churches in Florida - Universal Life Church
St. Augustine, Florida, holds the claim to the "oldest continuously occupied settlement of European origin" in the mainland United States. It was founded in 1565 by a Spanish conquistador. The Spanish ruled the community ...
Category: Religion, Spirituality, Christianity
Talking About Suicide in Faith Communities
According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States. On average, there are about 121 suicides each day, and half of those involve firearms. Men are ...
Category: Aid, Faith Healing, Health and Wellness, Religion
A Primer on Religion in Charlottesville
The eyes of America have been on Charlottesville. Cville, as it is colloquially known, is home to Monticello, the estate of Thomas Jefferson. Monticello is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that should be on everyone's bucket ...
Category: Religion, Spirituality, Christianity
September Days to Remember
"The Fantasticks" ran for 42 years off-Broadway, and it's been produced in 67 countries around the world. Its popularity is probably due to its memorable songs, the story and the minimalist set design. The opening number ...
Category: Holidays and Observances, Religion