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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1995
Page
6
The Saudi government counts 2,534,135 pilgrims for this year’s Hajj with 1,043,374 arriving from abroad marking an all time high. The Saudi Press Agency reported the figures a day after the rite concluded peacefully. In 1987 a clash left 402 dead.
Mike McCoy former NFL player travels nationwide to inspire youth and will address Rescue Mission's 108th anniversary dinner May 22 at the Liverpool Sheraton Inn. He leads Champions for Today and founded Pro Athletes Development Service. The event includes Volunteer of the Year honor. contact 472-6251 for details.
A survey of 625 Catholic and Protestant congregations shows Catholics donate less per member than other denominations. Dean Hoge of Catholic University notes no single explanation, with Anger or doctrinal disagreement not driving the gap. Generosity ranks Assemblies of God first at 628, Presbyterian USA 611, Southern Baptists 530, ELCA 415, Catholics 160. Active involvement and lifestyle norms correlate with higher giving.
The rector of St John's Episcopal Church in McLean Virginia announces resignation amid accusations his wife Ellen Cooke diverted about 22 million from the church’s New York HQ where she was treasurer. Cooke pledges responsibility and restitution while denying knowledge of the actions. The case centers on church funds spent on jewelry travel and family needs with no charges filed yet.
Life Management International owners William and Jannette Bireley allege $189 million in damages after a church leader warned against self-help groups. They claim M Russell Ballard's remarks in a 1904 conference guidance caused customers to leave. Church spokesman declined comment.
Christian leaders across Europe Britain and Ireland marked V E Day with statements admitting church sins in the persecution of Jews and urging renewed effort to resist racism and violence. They recalled the Holocaust and warned against forgetting to prevent future devastations.
In Benton Arkansas ukulele bands visit nursing homes and hospitals sharing spiritual and secular tunes. The Arkansas Baptist Ukulele Band Jamboree at Highland Heights Baptist Church drew senior adults and even visitors from Houston. Members report repeated bookings, touching moments with patients, and joy from simple, affordable instruments.
Pratt and a joint St Charles parish committee plan outreach to estranged Catholics. A welcome back service is set for 7:30 pm Sunday at St Charles with a repentant, restorative focus and a chance to share feelings about separation from the community.
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