Study finds Mormons live longer and healthier lives
UCLA epidemiologist James Enstrom reports that California Mormons who follow the Word of Wisdom health code show markedly lower cancer and cardiovascular death rates. Among high priests the cancer death rate is 34 percent of the normal rate and cardiovascular deaths are 14 percent. wives show similar gains. The study analyzed responses from 10,000 Mormons and notes potential lifestyle impact.
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St Paul Lutheran Christmas Program At 6 30 P M
St Paul Lutheran Church at 421 S Peoria hosts a Sunday School Christmas program at 6:30 p m with traditional and new carols showing the Christmas story through a lamb viewpoint. Contact 288 2757 for details. Time change for Disciples of Christ caroling at First Christian Church now 6 p.m. Sunday due to Christmas Eve. Everyone welcome. dress warmly. 288 1222.
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Vatican warns against Eastern meditation in Christian prayer
The Vatican letter approved by Pope John Paul II cautions Christians about contemplative practices from yoga and Zen Buddhism. It warns symbolizing well being can become an idol and threaten the soul, urging adherence to established prayer methods and warning of potential mental disturbance and moral deviation.
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Christmas Story Ridiculousness and Hidden Truths Explored
A columnist argues Christmas legends have skewed reading of Luke chapter two. He contrasts nurses and shepherds with divine messages and the manger scene, urging objectivity while noting God’s choice of lowly, humble witnesses.
Religious leaders press for middle ground on abortion debate
Ten Protestant church leaders urge preserving choice while valuing human life. They call lawmakers to protect freedom of conscience and avoid slogan solutions, urging civility and acknowledging differing views within a united reverence for life and conscience.
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