Macon Telegraph: Religion http://www.macon.com/147/index.xml News, sports and entertainment from Macon Telegraph en-us Copyright 2008 Macon Telegraph Religion 60 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 04:18:57 EST http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss McClatchy Interactive's PubSys feedback@macon.com Ancient sect on verge of extinction http://www.macon.com/147/story/540529.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/540529.html Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:45 EST BAGHDAD — On the western bank of the Tigris River, some of the last survivors of a dying sect still gather on most Sundays, as they have for at least the past 2,000 years, to perform the baptism rituals that are central to their religion. Spreading the gospel behind grease paint http://www.macon.com/147/story/540441.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/540441.html Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:45 EST MODESTO, Calif. — Sid Teske’s role as Turnip the clown is a far cry from his previous career as an industrial psychologist. The meaning of the Advent season http://www.macon.com/147/story/540398.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/540398.html Fri, 28 Nov 2008 20:27 EST We are at the beginning of Advent. Advent is a term derived from the Latin word “adventus,” which means “arrival.” It is a time of waiting for the arrival of Christmas. During Advent we look with anticipation and celebration toward the Christ event when Jesus came to Earth as a baby in Bethlehem more than 2,000 years ago. Children’s informality sign of change http://www.macon.com/147/story/540399.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/540399.html Fri, 28 Nov 2008 20:27 EST QUESTION: It seems to me that children are far too familiar — too informal — with adults today. When I was a kid, we always addressed grown-ups by “Mr.” or “Mrs.” Or if they were in the family, we called them “uncle” or “aunt,” or “Grandpa” or “Grandma”. We would never have referred to an adult as Sam or Alice. But today’s parents don’t teach that courtesy to their children. Some of them introduce 4-year-olds to adults by their first names. Feline pain reliever won’t hurt or help suffering dog http://www.macon.com/147/story/540405.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/540405.html Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:42 EST These reader questions were answered at the 2008 West Indies Veterinary Conference Nov. 9-14, hosted by Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. Ross graduates are eligible to practice veterinary medicine in all 50 states, 10 provinces of Canada and Puerto Rico upon completion of the requisite licensing requirements (which include a final year at one of the over 20 stateside vet schools that partner with Ross). Thanksgiving services cross many divides http://www.macon.com/147/story/533667.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/533667.html Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:20 EST Putting aside denominational and racial differences to celebrate Thanksgiving is becoming a Macon tradition. Child deaths test faith-healing exemption http://www.macon.com/147/story/533755.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/533755.html Sat, 22 Nov 2008 01:06 EST OREGON CITY, Ore. — When Dr. Seth Asser saw row after row of flat headstones marking children’s graves in a small cemetery not far from the end of the historic Oregon Trail, he knew many of these early deaths should not have happened. Everyone should join the dance http://www.macon.com/147/story/533677.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/533677.html Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:18 EST In II Samuel 6:14, David is dancing mightily before the Lord. He is doing an exuberant victory dance. God has been a liberator. Not everyone (especially his wife) approved of such vigorous dancing and movement back then. Some would not approve still. Child’s slower development likely biological http://www.macon.com/147/story/533668.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/533668.html Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:20 EST QUESTION: We have a 6-year-old son who is a late bloomer and is having trouble learning to read. Even though he is immature, I don’t understand why this would keep him from reading. Home 4 the Holidays pet adoption: A testimonial http://www.macon.com/147/story/533669.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/533669.html Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:20 EST Ethel is one of those dogs that makes you wonder, doesn’t that tail ever get tired of wagging? D.C. churches hope Obama will become member http://www.macon.com/147/story/533676.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/533676.html Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:38 EST WASHINGTON — Frederick Douglass once worshiped in the fifth pew on the 16th Street side of Metropolitan AME Church. President Bill Clinton prayed in the front pew before both of his inaugurations. Here’s the church, here’s the steeple, open the doors, and where are the young people? http://www.macon.com/147/story/525868.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/525868.html Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:47 EST MINNEAPOLIS — Assyrian Christians who fled Iraq find refuge in California http://www.macon.com/147/story/525892.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/525892.html Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:48 EST TURLOCK, Calif. — Samuel survived the ambush, but his attackers got rid of him just the same. Adopted children can present special challenges http://www.macon.com/147/story/525860.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/525860.html Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:48 EST Question: Are adopted children more likely to be rebellious than children born to biological parents? If so, are there any steps I can take to prevent or ease the conflict? My husband and I are thinking about adopting a toddler, and the question has me worried. Texas church advocating daily sex for married couples http://www.macon.com/147/story/525862.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/525862.html Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:48 EST GRAPEVINE, Texas — Marriage is the only right place for sex, says Ed Young, senior pastor of the Grapevine, Texas-based Fellowship Church. Private schools feeling pinch as economy worsens http://www.macon.com/147/story/525859.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/525859.html Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:00 EST HACKENSACK, N.J. — In a turbulent economy, the price tag of an elite education may be too steep for families suffering financial distress, some private schools are learning. Anger over gay marriage vote directed at Mormons http://www.macon.com/147/story/525861.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/525861.html Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:00 EST Supporters of gay marriage, frustrated over a ballot-box defeat in California, have channeled much of their anger toward the towering white spires of Mormon temples. Graham prepares to see Jesus, his wife again http://www.macon.com/147/story/518661.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/518661.html Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:30 EST CHARLOTTE, N.C. — For half a century, he trotted the globe, Bible in hand, a dashing, wavy-haired figure of history preaching to 210 million people in 185 countries. Appeals judge to speak at church in Macon http://www.macon.com/147/story/518663.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/518663.html Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:31 EST Judge M. Yvette Miller, a Macon native, will step into one of the state’s highest judiciary positions when in January she begins a two-year term as chief judge of the Georgia Court of Appeals. Macon to host Missionary Baptist State Convention http://www.macon.com/147/story/518662.html http://www.macon.com/147/story/518662.html Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:34 EST The Missionary Baptist State Convention runs from Monday through Thursday, with evening services starting at 7 nightly in the Macon Coliseum. Highlights will include music from a 300-voice, districtwide choir; late-night services; a baptism service; and Wednesday night communion.