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Religion & spirituality: We are a state of diversity, but not just in culture. Spirituality is expressed through numerous religious groups, many branches off of others. Learn more various religons and sects and how they are growing.

Court overturns Bible law ruling

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DENVER — An appeals court ruled Monday a Ten Commandments monument on the Haskell County Courthouse lawn in Stigler violates the Constitution because its primary effect is to endorse religion.
Monument plans move ahead

Court: Stigler 10 Commandments display is religious

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DENVER (AP) — A federal appeals court in Denver has ruled that a Ten Commandments monument outside the Haskell County, Okla., courthouse endorses religion.

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‘Joy-Full’ series continues Pastor Bruce A. Hess will continue his series, "Essentials for a Joy-Full Life” during the 9 a.m. and 10:40 a.m. services Sunday at Wildwood

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Muslim activists push to get holidays added to school year Sun, Jul 5, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 NEW YORK — Moneeb Hassan remembers having to choose between a final exam in American history or celebrating the Muslim holy day of Eid al-Adha. In the end, he chose both. Hassan, 17, is one...
Church takes new mission to aid locally this summer Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 NINNEKAH — You don’t have to go to a Third World country or another state to find people in need. People who need help are right down the street, Pastor Mike McReynolds said. Members of...
Marines push deeper into Taliban territory Today at 12:00 AM | NAWA, Afghanistan — U.S. Marines pushed deeper into Taliban areas of southern Afghanistan on Friday, seeking to cut insurgent supply lines and win over local elders on the second day of the...
New Anglican Church in North American denomination excites Oklahomans Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Several Oklahoma pastors are elated about the historic creation of the Anglican Church in North America, a denomination formed by conservative churches and members that left the Episcopal Church....
Billy Graham Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 DEAR DR. GRAHAM: I am concerned about the direction our country is going. We seem to have wandered far from the vision our forefathers had for our nation, including their strong belief in God. How...
Book Review: "Devotions: Wisdom From the Cradle of Civilization” Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 →"Devotions: Wisdom From the Cradle of Civilization” by Oliver and Danielle Follmi (Abrams, $29.95). From the publisher: "Devotions” captures the essence of the Middle...
Green theme at vacation Bible schools teaches kids to keep God’s world clean Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Youths planted flowers, recycled aluminum cans and picked up trash around their community as part of a conservation-conscious vacation Bible school at a south Oklahoma City church. Bethesda Church...
Bible Lesson Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 "Moses convened all Israel and said to them: ‘Hear, O Israel, the statutes and ordinances that I am addressing to you today; you shall learn them and observe them...
Jesus’ head to be sculpted Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Jesus’ head to be sculpted Sculptor Bob Willis will make a presentation at 5:30 p.m. Monday at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 4400 N Shartel. Willis, who works with Oklahoma Hospice, will...
Oklahoma churchs host Fourth of July services Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Fourth of July Churches will hold the following Fourth of July-themed activities and services: →Freedom Fest free hot dogs, chips to Edmond LibertyFest Parade goers, 9 a.m. to noon today,...
Combining world faiths unworkable Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 The world’s religions share many beliefs and values. I am often asked why the faiths’ leaders don’t come together in a global conclave to work out their differences and develop a...
Vacation Bible schools Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 The following vacation Bible school events will be offered in the metro area: →Vacation Bible school, 6:30 to 8 p.m. July 13-17, Antioch Institutional Baptist Church, 507 N Bath. 236-0867....
The book ‘ReThink Your LIfe’ defines minister’s life Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 People who know the Rev. Stan Toler’s busy schedule often wonder how he finds time to write books that range from collections of church humor to inspirational narratives and leadership...
Oklahoma ministries celebrate freedom this Fourth of July Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 The annual Edmond LibertyFest Parade runs right past First Christian Church, at Boulevard and Second Street. Years ago, church members decided to take advantage of the parade’s popularity...
Norman religion briefs Today at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 ‘Reunion’ services are planned Sunday will mark the first of five weeks of "summer reunion” worship services at First Baptist Church in Norman. Summer reunion combines the...
Marines go after Taliban Fri, Jul 3, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 NAWA, Afghanistan — U.S. Marines suffered their first casualties of a massive new military campaign Thursday as they engaged in sporadic gunbattles along 55 miles of Taliban-controlled...
Teens seek paint donations for renovation in Oklahoma City neighborhood Fri, Jul 3, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 Donations of paint are being sought for a project to renovate a neighborhood in Oklahoma City. About 200 Catholic teens from throughout the United States are scheduled to help rehabilitate homes in...
Minister brings ‘a lot of life’ to historic Bristow church Fri, Jul 3, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 BRISTOW — The Rev. Rebecca Montgomery got an unexpected baptism by immersion when fellow church members tossed her into a swimming pool, clerical collar and all, at a Father’s Day...
Oklahoma City pastor chosen for top board position Fri, Jul 3, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Comments Comment on this article0 An Oklahoma City pastor was elected to the International Church of the Nazarene’s Board of Superintendents Thursday during the denomination’s annual gathering in Florida. Delegates at...
Nation Briefs: Ruling blocks furlough plan Fri, Jul 3, 2009 at 12:00 AM | COURTS Ruling blocks furlough plan HONOLULU — A state judge has blocked Hawaii Gov. Linda Lingle from forcing public employees to take three unpaid days off per month. First Circuit Court...
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