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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1983
Page
9
Observances begin as themes of hope and renewal frame Rosh Hashana two days in Orthodox and Conservative Judaism with prayers for forgiveness. Leaders stress life, accountability, and repairing the world, urging renewal despite human failings and emphasizing responsibility to seek justice and mercy.
Christian music star Dallas Holm, a seven time Dove Award winner behind Rise Again, explains he aims to minister not entertain. He says entertainment does not change lives and outlines his concert format and ministry approach in Cedar Rapids.
A Cedar Rapids woman Mary Whalen facing four to six weeks to live speaks of acceptance, faith, and choosing comfort over aggressive treatment. Her friend Maggie Lee recalls their 25 year bond as they discuss funeral plans, afterlife beliefs, and making meaning in final days. Mary plans her funeral music and hopes to be present at her own farewell.
In San Diego AP report Francis MacNutt notes mainline denominations increasingly accept the charismatic renewal though still cautious. He says the movement offers fresh life beyond individual experiences and highlights the enduring friendship of Mary Whalen and Maggie Lee, whose deep bond and reflections on love and living frame the piece.
An interfaith delegation reports concrete signs of vigorous religious growth in China. Rabbi Arthur Schneier of the Appeal of Conscience Foundation notes expanded, functioning religious facilities and large inter generational attendance at services after a follow up visit two years later.
The religion page requests all news items be written and submitted to the page editor by Wednesday noon. This deadline ensures timely placement and space planning for the Saturday edition.
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