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Faithful try to grow literal Garden of Eden
July 3, 2008
People who grow gardens grow in faith, according to the Rev. Marsh Hudson-Knapp, which accounts in large part for the Bible garden he helped established adjacent to his church a quarter-century ago. “A lot of people’s spirituality is rooted in nature,” said Hudson-Knapp, pastor of The First Congregational Church of Fair Haven, Vt.
Family Church opens doors
June 28, 2008
Family Church of Lawrence has opened its doors at 5150 Clinton Parkway, say founders Pastor Ron and Vicki Channell.
Faith Forum: How can I stay faithful in hard times?
June 28, 2008
• In tough times, turning to Jesus offers a sure path to assistance • Difficult times are an unfortunate reality in a fallen world
Staying at home: Longtime associate pastor takes over at First Southern Baptist
June 28, 2008
For 23 years, Joe Stiles has been a familiar face at First Southern Baptist Church. Now, he’s the face of the church. At 4 p.m. Sunday, Stiles, 48, will be installed as senior pastor at the church, 4300 W. Sixth St.
Lawrence Marketplace offers new services
June 21, 2008
If you are involved with a Lawrence house of worship, club or a non-profit organization, the World Company invites you to get involved with a new project involving our Lawrence Marketplace product.
Spiritual comfort: Resources abound for religious members of Lawrence’s retirement communities
June 21, 2008
The wooden cross is the focal point of the room. It is in the middle of the wall, hanging gracefully above a vase of carnations and is framed by two long candlesticks. To one side is a piano, to the other a pulpit. In the back, members file in, right past a print of Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.”
Lawrence pastor retells Noah’s tale
June 21, 2008
The story of Noah and his ark is usually characterized as one of two things: a children’s tale with lions and tigers and bears — oh my! — or an adult tale of what happens when God becomes angry with society.
Prayer service set at Baker Wetlands
June 19, 2008
Save the Wakarusa Wetlands will observe National Prayer Day at sunrise Saturday at the Baker Wetlands, south of Lawrence.
Faith Forum: What do Christianity and Buddhism have in common?
June 14, 2008
I had a discussion regarding Buddhism with my son Jesse, who lives and teaches in Japan. Jesse told me about Pure Land Buddhism, the most popular form of Buddhism in Japan, China and South Korea.
Faith calendar
June 7, 2008
Church services
St. Luke AME secures expansion funds
June 7, 2008
An historic Lawrence church has received a major grant to help renovate its aging building.
Faith Forum: Can a sin be repented years later?
June 7, 2008
Parable reflects Jesus’ forgiving nature. Repentance can take awareness, time.
What are God’s feelings about war?
May 31, 2008
The sayings of Jesus are overwhelmingly in support of empathy and vulnerability. They leave no room for a God in sympathy with war. Consider “love your enemies,” “turn the other cheek” and the warning “for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword.”
Razzle dazzle
Dazzlers Christian Dance group marks decade of moving to unique beat
May 30, 2008
Girls line the stage, black dance shoes highlighting each outfit. They kick, spin and jump as kid-safe “Hannah Montana” and “High School Musical” tunes blare as they get good feel for the large stage in Free State High School’s auditorium.
Faith briefs
May 24, 2008
Faith news from around Lawrence.

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