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Holy Week, the week preceding Easter, begins on Palm Sunday of the liturgical church year. Holy Week is the culmination of Lent. The Easter Triduum, consisting of Maundy or Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday bring christians to the highest point in the church year, Easter. Holy Week is also referred to as the Passion or Paschal celebration.  Free Printable Holy Week Activities

Why Christians Celebrate Epiphany

 We often use the word 'epiphany' to refer to a revelation or recognition of importance in our lives. Epiphany, in the liturgical sense, is a feast day celebrated mostly in the Catholic and Orthodox faiths. Epiphany is the day Christians remember the visit of the Magi to the stable in Bethlehem. In the eastern or Orthodox rites of the Church, Epiphany is also the day which we remember the baptism of Jesus by John in the Jordan river. Read more

Troy, Mich. Interfaith Group Preaches Peace in Detroit Faith Community

 Detroit is home to a diverse mix of culture, religion, faith, and ideology. The largest Islamic mosque and Muslim community in North America is located in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Michigan. Muslims from around the globe worship in Detroit. Detroit boasts all rites and denominations of Christianity, including Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, and Coptic. Various sects of Judaism -- Chabad Lubavitch Hasidic, Reformed, Orthodox, Conservative and Reconstructionist -- call Detroit home. Jewish Roots says that one sect, Humanistic Judaism, actually originated in Detroit. There are Baha'i, Jain, and Sikh communities. Hindu and Buddhist temples gather their faithful in Detroit. For the most part, the differing faith communities coexist very well. That's thanks in part to efforts like the Troy Interfaith Group (TIG). Troy Interfaith Group Preaches Peace in Detroit Faith Community

Bible Verses and Scripture Quoting Used as Weapons

The Bible is the Holy book for Christians, yet sometimes we used Biblical scripture verses as weapons. Is the Holy Scripture a teaching tool or a weapon? Read on...

Is the Bible a Weapon?

Bible Scripture Verses: Teaching Tool or Weapon?
When you read this title, did you think "Obviously, the Bible is a tool, not a weapon?" The Bible refers to itself as 'a sword of truth' and a sword can be used as a weapon. But as Christians, are we called to use Bible scripture for hurting or helping?
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Tattoos as Religious Symbols

Tattoos as Religious Symbols
Tattoos are becoming increasingly more popular. I don't take exception to anyone's right to wear a tattoo. I do object to the wearing of Christian tattoos and expecting other Christians to accept the tattoos as Holy.
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Jesus of Nazareth~ Must-See Movie for Lent/Easter

Best Movie for Lent and Easter: Jesus of Nazareth
Jesus of Nazareth is Franco Zeffirelli's definitive film about the nativity, teaching, miracles, passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Loving directed and produced by a Catholic, by the request of the Pope, Jesus of Nazareth, made in 1977, is a miracle of devotion, a proclamation of faith, a beautifully told story and a drama of the very first order. You must view this film for Lent or Easter.
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