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A Berean - What's in your Bible?

Hawaii lawmakers vote to celebrate ‘Islam Day’ - May 7

Posted: 07 May 2009 02:41 PM PDT

HONOLULU - Hawaii’s state Senate has overwhelmingly approved a bill to celebrate “Islam Day,” despite the objections of a few lawmakers who said they didn’t think the state should honor a religion connected to Sept. 11, 2001.   The resolution to proclaim Sept. 24, 2009, as Islam Day passed the Senate on a 22-3 vote Wednesday. The [...]


EU wants ‘Internet G12′ to govern cyberspace - May 7

Posted: 07 May 2009 02:31 PM PDT

EUOBSERVER / BRUSSELS - The European Commission wants the US to dissolve all government links with the body that ‘governs’ the internet, replacing it with an international forum for discussing internet governance and online security. The rules and decisions on key internet governance issues, such as the creation of top level domains (such as .com and [...]


Lakewood Church of Houston Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Posted: 07 May 2009 02:04 PM PDT

Founding Pastors John and Dodie Osteen Honored Contact: Andrea Davis, 713-253-1825 mobile, 713-491-1339, andrea@joelosteen.com HOUSTON, May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- This Sunday, May 10th, 2009 will mark the 50th anniversary since Lakewood Church with Pastor John Osteen opened its doors for the first time. This Sunday will be a celebration of the lives changed throughout the last 50 years and the people of Houston who have helped make Lakewood a landmark in the city and the nation. I Source: Lakewood Church


Consumer credit falls at fastest pace in 18 years - USA Today

Posted: 07 May 2009 01:54 PM PDT


Obama Puts Entire NASA Space Program On Hold - Fox

Posted: 07 May 2009 01:54 PM PDT


Protesters Prepare for Pope

Posted: 07 May 2009 01:25 PM PDT

As Israel prepares for the Pope's visit, protesters prepare to send a message: no Israeli land for the Vatican.


OCP Awards Over $135,000 in Grants to 69 U.S. Parishes

Posted: 07 May 2009 01:17 PM PDT

Contact: Ben Peterson, PR Specialist, OCP, 503-460-5363 PORTLAND, Ore., May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- In the latest round of the OCP Parish Grants awards, 69 parishes throughout the United States received over $135,000 of assistance. Since the inception of the program in 2001, more than 450 churches in total have been awarded over $930,000. Parishes in every diocese in the country have received benefits. "I believe the timing of this grant award is an act of divine providence," sai Source: OCP


Hershkowitz Meets Gaza Expellees

Posted: 07 May 2009 01:12 PM PDT

Minister Hershkowitz meets with expellees prior to investigation, committee to deal with their plight.


Al-Jazeera Airs Call for Biological Attack

Posted: 07 May 2009 12:48 PM PDT

Al-Jazeera has aired footage of a Kuwaiti professor calling to murder hundreds of thousands of Americans in biological attacks.


‘18 Kids and Counting’ Family Boosts Pigeon Forge Population for a Smoky Mountains Vacation

Posted: 07 May 2009 12:20 PM PDT

Expansive Duggar entourage to ride in May 8 Dolly Parton Homecoming Parade Contact: Tom Adkinson, APR, 615-341-3640, tadkinson@bohanideas.com PIGEON FORGE, Tenn., May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- While many families across America still are planning their summer escapes, the expansive Duggar family from the TLC reality TV show "18 Kids and Counting" is getting a jump on the travel season with a pre-Memorial Day vacation in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., and the Great Smoky Mountains. A six-mem Source: BOHAN Advertising|Marketing


Police: Gunman in Deadly Wesleyan Shooting Threatened Victim, Is Targeting Jews - Fox - May 7

Posted: 07 May 2009 12:13 PM PDT

 Authorities hunting nationwide for a gunman in disguise who killed a Wesleyan University student said the shooter had threatened the victim before, and they warned Jewish groups to be “vigilant” because he is apparently targeting them. Police identified the suspect, who opened fire Wednesday on junior Johanna Justin-Jinich while she was working at a cafe bookstore, [...]


Catholic Writers Guild, Catholic Marketing Network Hold Writers’ Conference

Posted: 07 May 2009 12:11 PM PDT

Contact: Ann Lewis, 317-755-2693, annlewis@joesystems.com; Karina Fabian, 701-727-6662, karina@fabianspace.com SOMERSET, NJ, May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- The Catholic Writers' Guild, in conjunction with the Catholic Marketing Network, will host its first-ever Catholic Writers' Conference LIVE! at the Doubletree Hotel & Executive Meeting Center, Somerset, NJ, from Aug 5-7, 2009. The conference will host publishers, editors and authors from all aspects of the Catholic writi Source: Catholic Writers Guild, Inc.


WHO: Up to 2 billion people might get swine flu - AP

Posted: 07 May 2009 11:51 AM PDT


Bibi Caves on Budget Amid Threats to Topple Govt.

Posted: 07 May 2009 11:47 AM PDT

PM Netanyahu promised not to harm weak sectors of society with his budget cuts following threats to topple his government..


National Organization for Marriage to Join Maine Marriage Coalition

Posted: 07 May 2009 11:39 AM PDT

"The people will be able to veto this bill," group says   Contact: Elizabeth Ray, 703-683-5004 ext 130, eray@crcpublicrelations.com; Mary Beth Hutchins 703-683-5004 ext 105, mhutchins@crcpublicrelations.com   AUGUSTA, Maine, May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- The National Organization for Marriage (NOM) today announced that it will join the Maine Marriage Coalition to push for a People's Veto of the same-sex marriage bill signed into law by Governor John B Source: CRC Public Relations


Netanyahu Gov’t Allows Second Cash Infusion to Hamas Regime

Posted: 07 May 2009 11:38 AM PDT

PM Netanyahu approves the transfer of millions of dollars to banks in Hamas-controlled Gaza. Kibbutz and Land of Israel activists oppose the move.


Craig R. Smith on Cavuto show today

Posted: 07 May 2009 11:15 AM PDT

Swiss America chief to talk business with Fox News Channel host


Conn. Students Warned to Stay in After Shooting

Posted: 07 May 2009 10:58 AM PDT

Wesleyan University students were told to stay in their dorms and the city's only synagogue closed Thursday as police warned that the man wanted in the shooting death of a woman at a bookstore may be bent on killing other students and Jews.


Obama’s National Day of Prayer Proclamation Only Mentions God Once

Posted: 07 May 2009 10:57 AM PDT

President Barack Obama issued a proclamation on Thursday afternoon – as required by federal law – marking the day as National Day of Prayer, but the proclamation is in contrast to the original proclamation making the first Thursday in May a national day of prayer and fasting.


U.S.: Escaped Killer Targeting Jews

Posted: 07 May 2009 10:40 AM PDT

A gunman who escaped after murdering a young college student in the United States may be targeting the Jewish community, police warn.


US Swine Flu Victims Had Chronic Health Problems

Posted: 07 May 2009 10:34 AM PDT

Health officials have released details about the chronic health problems suffered by the two people who died from swine flu in the United States.


Arab Suspects Arrested off Gaza Coast

Posted: 07 May 2009 10:08 AM PDT

IDF Arrests Arab men who refuse to stop off Gaza coast. PA warns: Hamas smuggling dangerous weapons via sea.


Texas Bank Returns Bailout Money

Posted: 07 May 2009 10:00 AM PDT

A Texas bank has become the 12th financial institution to return the money it received from the government's $700 billion bailout fund.


United Methodist Renewal Groups Host ‘Theology of the Body’ Seminar

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:57 AM PDT

Contact: Rev. Karen Booth, Transforming Congregations, 608-325-5712, 608-426-4337 cell, transcong@aol.com; Rev. Paul Stallsworth, Lifewatch, 252-726-2175, stpeters@clis.com MEDIA ADVISORY, May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- United Methodist renewal groups Lifewatch and Transforming Congregations will host an educational seminar on May 21 in New Bern, NC entitled "Theology of the Body: An Ecumenical Introduction to John Paul II's Teaching." Paul J. Griffiths, Warren Professor of Catholic Th Source: Transforming Congregations


Free Market Road Show Set to Begin as West Slouches Toward Socialism

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:49 AM PDT

Contact: Andrew Doran, EICEE, 734-276-7799, dorana@eicee.org ARLINGTON, VA, May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- Two decades after the Fall of Communism, as the economies of Central and Eastern Europe continue on the path to prosperity through free-market reforms, many in the West proclaim the death of capitalism. In response, the Educational Initiative for Central & Eastern Europe (EICEE) and a coalition of European think-tanks are launching the second annual "Free Market Road Show," May 11-20, Source: EICEE


Lavrov arrives in Washington to plan Obama’s visit to Moscow - TASS

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:29 AM PDT


U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Rose Gottemoeller outlines the U.S. position on a new strategic arms reduction treaty with Russia - Interfax

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:29 AM PDT


Nuclear talks get first breakthrough in ten years - Khaleej Times

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:29 AM PDT


US wants Israel, India, Iran to sign NPT - Arab News

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:29 AM PDT


A Mother’s Faith Brings a Son’s Healing

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:21 AM PDT

Contact: Dianne Rogers, 615-941-8232 NASHVILLE, May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- As mothers will be honored this Sunday for Mother's Day all over the world, one special testimony is a reminder of the faithfulness of God even to a Muslim mother. Bill Kristijanto, co-founder with his brother Ben of Christian band, Bread of Stone recently shared his testimony with major media outlets as One Cubed/CBN International, NewReleaseTuesday and Beautiful Faith during Gospel Music Week in Nashville, Tennes Source: Brimstone Services


Study: Supreme Court Avoids Use of Jewish Law

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:12 AM PDT

A new study shows that the Supreme Court rarely uses Jewish Law in its rulings. President Dorit Beinisch most averse to Jewish sources.


Main Hevron Road to be Opened to Arab Traffic

Posted: 07 May 2009 09:00 AM PDT

The 500 Jews keeping the flame of Jewish presence alive in the City of Patriarchs are bracing for the opening of a critical artery to Arab traffic.


Billions required to bolster US banks - Financial Times - May 7

Posted: 07 May 2009 08:34 AM PDT

US financial stocks soared on Wednesday as investors expressed relief the capital shortfalls identified by the government's "stress tests" at large banks such as Citigroup and Bank of America were not as big as some had feared. View full article


Husband’s Top Priority

Posted: 07 May 2009 08:31 AM PDT

Many people would say that a husband's first responsibility, after his relationship with Jesus, is to provide for and protect his wife and children. While this is important, the Bible has something even better.


Husband’s Top Priority

Posted: 07 May 2009 08:31 AM PDT

Many people would say that a husband's first responsibility, after his relationship with Jesus, is to provide for and protect his wife and children. While this is important, the Bible has something even better.


Pence: ‘We Are a Nation of Prayer’

Posted: 07 May 2009 08:31 AM PDT

Commemorates 58th National Day of Prayer Contact: Daniel Son, Press Office, U.S. Congressman Mike Pence, 202-226-4379   WASHINGTON, May 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- U.S. Congressman Mike Pence gave the following speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in honor of the 58th National Day of Prayer:   Photo: Click for YouTube clip   "The Father of our Country, George Washington, said on the occasion of the ninth of July, 1776 'The blessing and protect Source: CCN


‘Bighearted’ Fallen Soldier Saved a Terrorist’s Life

Posted: 07 May 2009 08:22 AM PDT

Family and friends spoke of fallen soldier Noam Levi as active, quick-thinking and kind. Last month, Noam fought to save a terrorist's life.


‘Bighearted’ Fallen Soldier Tried to Save Terrorist’s Life

Posted: 07 May 2009 08:22 AM PDT

Family and friends spoke of fallen soldier Noam Levi as active, quick-thinking and kind. Last month, Noam fought to save a terrorist's life.


Arabs to Exploit Pope’s Visit in ‘Battle for Land’ in Jerusalem

Posted: 07 May 2009 08:06 AM PDT

Jerusalem Arabs intend to try to involve the Pope in politics during his visit next week, according to statements made in interviews with Reuters.


Taliban Islamists Nearing Pakistani Nukes - May 7

Posted: 07 May 2009 08:02 AM PDT

Israel and the US should be focusing more on the Taliban's rise in nuclear Pakistan than on Iran's nuclear aims, more and more experts are saying. "Pakistan must move to the top of our strategic agenda," writes former US Ambassador to the UN John Bolton. Similarly, "Nuclear Taliban/Al Qaida is a far more ominous threat than [...]


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