A Question for the 40th Anniversary of Apollo 11: Apollo 11’s "Giant Leap" or Apollo 8’s "Genesis" Reading?

When NASA and the media celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing on July 20, 2009, they are certain to overlook a profound question, one that is explored in the latest books by Barry Vacker, a professor of media studies. That question? Which words spoken from the moon have proven more prophetic and powerful back on Earth: Neil Armstrong's "One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind" or William Anders' "In the beginning God created the Heaven and the Earth," from the famed Genesis reading of Apollo 8? (PRWeb Jun 23, 2009)


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Interfaith Prayers Press for Food Justice in New York City

United Food and Commercial Workers Local 1500 Joins Forces with Faith Leaders for Environmental Justice to Call for a Just and Sustainable Food System for New York City. (PRWeb Jun 23, 2009)


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New Garden Friends School to Collaborate with International Nonprofit for Conflict Resolution

New Garden Friends School, an independent preschool through 12th-grade educational institution in N.C. affiliated with the Quaker faith, has been named the first academic hub for Boston University-based Axis of Hope, an international nonprofit devoted to conflict prevention. New Garden teachers will be certified to lead Axis of Hope workshops and will use the organization's curriculum in their classrooms. They also will train other educators in the techniques the foundation uses to help kids understand, manage and prevent conflict. (PRWeb Jun 22, 2009)


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Ananda Village Celebrates 40th Anniversary of Yogananda’s World Brotherhood Colonies

Ananda Village in Northern California will celebrate its 40th year as a successful intentional spiritual community over the July 4th weekend with a series of uplifting public events. Ananda Village was the first Ananda World Brotherhood Colony, as envisioned by Paramhansa Yogananda. Ananda Village is now one of 7 Ananda World Brotherhood Colonies including in Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Sacramento and Mountain View, CA; Assisi, Italy; and Pune, India. (PRWeb Jun 22, 2009)


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The Year for Priests Opens: A Time for Rediscovering the Beauty and Importance of the Priesthood

Commentators from The Maximus Group are Available on Formation, Perspective, Life and Role of Priests (PRWeb Jun 20, 2009)


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Authors on Blog Tour Answer Questions about Asking Questions

Two Chicago authors are beginning a blog tour to talk about the challenges of parenting, connecting with one's children, and conversing with kids about everything from God to growing up. (PRWeb Jun 20, 2009)


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Salesian Missions Launches First-Ever National Awareness Campaign

Campaign ads ask, "What's your mission?" in support of Salesian Missions and utilizes social networking sites (PRWeb Jun 19, 2009)


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Ohio Catholic Priest Comes OUT as a Drag Queen with a Billboard Dance Hit

In celebration of Gay Pride Month, Big Mama Capretta reveals the surprise truth about her identity. By day, Capretta is none other than Father Anthony, a proud practicing Catholic priest from Columbus, Ohio! Big Mama Capretta's new hit single 'Big Mama's House' is currently #25 on the U.S. Billboard Club Play dance chart. (PRWeb Jun 18, 2009)


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Church Signs Fill Advertising Gap for Cash-Strapped Churches reports EZSignsOnline.com

More and more congregations are relying on Market Street Church Signs with changeable copy to advertise their services and events. It is one of the most cost-effective ways to advertise, because each time they need to advertise or promote a new church event, they can use the same sign. (PRWeb Jun 18, 2009)


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Smokey River Boys Will Participate in OBAMA Liberty Project for Handicapped School Children With Greatest Country Hits Package

The legendary Smokey River Boys released their #1 Greatest Country Hits package this week in conjunction with CMA Fest. The package contains the song "Lady Liberty" written for the OBAMA Liberty project for handicapped school children. Proceeds from the Liberty project will be given to various charity organizations worldwide. (PRWeb Jun 17, 2009)


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