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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 2000

Page

14

Pork ban across faiths and ancient diets sparks debate

The article traces pork avoidance from Old Testament laws through Christian and Muslim shifts, noting Peter's vision and Mark's teaching on foods. It cites zooarchaeology methods, Finkelstein's claims, and Alabama researchers Hesse and Wapnish, framing why pig avoidance permeated southwestern Asia and how social factors, hygiene, and discipline influenced beliefs.

Israel Peter Jesus Mark Hugh Anderson Canaan Israel Finkelstein B.C Finkelstein Brian Hesse Paula Wapnish University of Alabama At Birmingham Little, Brown Amy Dockser Marcus Alabama Asia Hesse Wapnish Abdullah Yusuf Ali Philo of Alexandria

Church dress codes loosen amid rising heat in Lawrence

In Lawrence, warm weather prompts churches to soften traditional attire. Heartland Community Church favors casual Sunday services with slacks and dresses common, while modesty remains—shorts and rude slogans are discouraged. St John the Evangelist stresses balance between respect and accessibility, allowing blue jeans but frowns on tank tops and caps.

Lawrence Paul Gray Heartland Community Church Gray God Charles Polifka St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Politka St. John

Texas Moderates Discuss Leaving Southern Baptist Convention

Texas Baptist leaders consider severing ties with the Southern Baptist Convention. The Baptist General Convention of Texas debates cutting funds to the national body and possibly admitting non Texas churches, potentially forming a rival denomination. Texas contributes about 14 percent of SBC’s budget and would lose large membership if split occurs.

Texas Datas Southern Baptist Convention Baptist General Convention of Texas Texas Convention U.S

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