Pope ends first day of Benin visit with cathedral service
Pope Benedict XVI closed day one of his Benin visit in Cotonou addressing a cathedral service. He urged reconciliation across ethnic and faith groups and warned against eroding values while modern Africa embraces progress and modernity. A peace concert and future visits to Ouidah and inter faith meetings are planned. About 60,000 pilgrims are gathered in Benin's economic capital.
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Benedict XVI
West Africa
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Bernardin Gantin
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Esi Annan
Ghana
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Accra
Pope Benedict
Thomas Beni Yayi
Europe
Rome
Conway 2025 tries for 2011 plan with wide input
Davidson outlines Conway Area Chamber led Conway 2025 planning. More than 1,400 residents completed a survey to pick 12 focus areas including Education Transportation Public Safety and Downtown business. Over 300 volunteers offered to help write the plan, with links to project sites provided.
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Conway Area
Conway
VFL promotes faith through flag football and friendships
The Vine and Flag League uses flag football to build relationships rather than just win. Members emphasize unity, integrity, and Christian attitudes, with referees from church members and end of year awards for sportsmanship and faith.
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VFL
Cowan
Digman
Pat Skiersch
SIU Carbondale
Jesus
Community food pantries calendar for Carbondale area
The Good Samaritan Food Pantry serves Jackson County residents Mondays and Fridays 9 to 11 a.m. at University Baptist Church 700 S Oakland Ave as part of Good Samaritan Ministries. Victory Food Pantry at Victory Dream Center 607 E College hours 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday with Friday Nov 25 closure. Matthew 25 Ministries Food Pantry runs at Carbondale Church of God 1461 County Line Road with food distribution details.
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the Good Samaritan Food Pantry
Jackson County
University Baptists Church
Oakland Ave
Good Samaritan Ministries
Carbondale Interfaith
Jesus
Sabbath Baptist Church
4Th & Maple
Benton, IL
Doug Burkhammer
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