Non kosher McDonalds Opens Stir in Jerusalem
In Jerusalem a non kosher McDonalds drew protests as Orthodox authorities oppose dairy with meat in the first city restaurant. McDonalds defended its choice citing public demand and plans for separate kosher and non kosher outlets.
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Jerusalem
New Jerusalem
Irene Shalmor
Bey
Nonkosher
Shalmor
House Debates Religious Freedom Amendment
House Republicans opened a contentious debate on a constitutional amendment to protect religious expressions in schools and public buildings. Leaders delayed a July 4 vote, scheduling nationwide hearings as supporters urge action to curb federal erosion of religious rights while opponents warn of minority coercion.
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GOP
House Judiciary
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Catholic Bishop Opposes Death Penalty in South Carolina
Hwan Valnoue Bishop Vavia Thompson of Charleston released a strong statement opposing capital punishment in a state with a fervent death penalty advocate, saying he would seek repeal. He notes the church supports limiting executions but recognizes the state's right to have it. Thompson maintains his stance predates any political fervor and urges weighing human life against retribution.
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Vavia Thompson
Charleston
S.C
Thompson
South Carolina
Charlie Condon
Condon
Methodists Adopt Resolution Opposing All Gambling
The Alabama- West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church adopted a resolution against gambling in any form. Delegates from nearly 700 churches and over 140,000 members in south and central Alabama and the Florida Panhandle cited crime, addiction, and family hardship to justify the vote.
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United Methodist Church
Alabama
Florida Panhandle
Faith Notebook concert and Juneteenth events in area churches
A series of church concerts and events span this weekend. At 3 p.m. Sunday Faith Notebook at Frie dens United Church of Christ features Geraldine Tza0 and choir with donations supporting the church music program. door tickets available. Proceeds from the First Universalist piano fund concert go toward a new grand piano with Patricia Marcus, Andreas Hirl and other performers. Juneteenth talk by Tarwell Thompson at Plymouth Congregational Church follows the Emancipation Proclamation history. Believers' Chapel hosts Kent Henry worship events June 17 with a $20 fee at Northern Boulevard location. Vera House announces its annual recognition dinner at Crumlins Country Club with keynotes by Charles J. Hynes. awards to Rev. Doug and Joanne Eddy and Immaculate Conception Church. All Saints Orthodox Missions hosts Orthodox Christianity in America talk at 7:30 p.m. in Syracuse. Fayetteville Latter-day Saints meet in the new building at 10 a.m. Sunday. North Central New York United Methodist Renewal Fellowship lectures June 17 by Rev. Mary Drake at Calvary United Methodist in Mattydale, with Holy Communion. Compiled by Melanie Gleaves-Hirsch.
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Syracuse
Piano Fund
Patricia Marcus
DeWitt
Andreas Hirl
Melanie Brunet
Barbara Griffin
Jim Potts
Believers’ Chapel
Kent Henry
Integrity Music
Henry
Believer's Chapel
Northern Boulevard
Thompson Road
Cicero
Doug Eddy
Joanne Eddy
Vera House
Mary Vera
Immaculate Conception Church
Fayetteville
Charles J. Hynes
Kings County
North Central
New York
United Methodist Renewal Fellowship
Mary Drake
Calvary United Methodist Church
Mattydale
Drake
Christ Community United Methodist Church
Stiles Road
Melanie Gleaves-Hirsch
Hinduism a Faith With Deep Roots and Rich Beliefs
Beginnings date to 7000 B.C. Worship in congregations and home shrines. Sacred writings include The Vedas, Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavadgita, Puranas. Six Vedanta schools shape ethics and morals. Deities Brahma Vishnu Shiva. Yoga, reincarnation, karma explain the soul’s journey.
Reform Judaism leaders push personal faith over ethnic ties
In New York, Rabbi Paul Menioff and Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie, both baby boomers, lead Reform Judaism toward a new era. They urge a heartfelt worship and a compelling religious vision to engage 1.3 million North American Reform Jews, stressing renewal, inclusivity, and vibrant synagogues.
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New York
Israel
Paul Menioff
Central Conference of American Rabbis
Menitoff
Eric H. Yoffie
Union of American Hebrew Congregations
Yoffie
North America
Learning through music at Dr Weeks Elementary School
A small student band concert at Dr Weeks Elementary School reminds the author that education offers more than facts. Teachers guide pupils as they perform standard tunes, with a saxophonist solo and praise for perseverance amid calls to protect funding for schools. The piece links personal growth, faith, and the hope that every pupil finds their purpose through learning and even failing.
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Dr. Weeks Elementary School
Dr. Weeks
U.S. Department of Education
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