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United Methodists plan annual Oklahoma gathering
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Why Do Some People Have Inner Peace While...
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Was Jesus religious enough for HHS?
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When describing how his disciples should serve the needy, Jesus told a parable about a Good Samaritan who rescued a traveler...
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Oklahoma City pastor will face trial in fatal shooting of son-in law
Michael Scott Elder, 53, is charged with first-degree murder in Feb. 20 death of son-in-law, Gary Davidson, 27 Read More
Michael Scott Elder, 53, is charged with first-degree murder in Feb. 20 death of son-in-law, Gary Davidson, 27 Read More
Car show will be June 22 at Douglas Boulevard United Methodist Church in Midwest City
The second annual Open Class Car Show will be June 22 at Douglas Boulevard United Methodist Church, 208 S Douglas Blvd. in Midwest City. Early bird registration deadline is June 10. Read More
The second annual Open Class Car Show will be June 22 at Douglas Boulevard United Methodist Church, 208 S Douglas Blvd. in Midwest City. Early bird registration deadline is June 10. Read More
Session for senior adults is planned
A free seminar for senior adults is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 5 at McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church, 419 S University in Norman. Read More
A free seminar for senior adults is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 5 at McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church, 419 S University in Norman. Read More
Why God? Why? Clergy respond to difficult questions in storm's aftermath
Local spiritual leaders discuss the difficult theological questions that arise in the aftermath of natural disasters and tragedies. Read More
Local spiritual leaders discuss the difficult theological questions that arise in the aftermath of natural disasters and tragedies. Read More
United Methodists plan annual Oklahoma gathering
The Oklahoma United Methodist Conference will hold its annual conference meeting Monday through Thursday at Oklahoma City University and St. Luke's United Methodist Church. Read More
The Oklahoma United Methodist Conference will hold its annual conference meeting Monday through Thursday at Oklahoma City University and St. Luke's United Methodist Church. Read More
Sikhs open new Oklahoma City house of worship
The Sikh faith community recently celebrated the grand opening of their new Oklahoma City house of worship with a special ceremony and community dinner. Read More
The Sikh faith community recently celebrated the grand opening of their new Oklahoma City house of worship with a special ceremony and community dinner. Read More
Was Jesus religious enough for HHS?
When describing how his disciples should serve the needy, Jesus told a parable about a Good Samaritan who rescued a traveler who had been robbed and left for dead. This businessman didn't care that his act of kindness took place in public and that the injured man didn't share his faith. This raises an haunting... Read More
When describing how his disciples should serve the needy, Jesus told a parable about a Good Samaritan who rescued a traveler who had been robbed and left for dead. This businessman didn't care that his act of kindness took place in public and that the injured man didn't share his faith. This raises an haunting... Read More
Why Do Some People Have Inner Peace While Others Do Not?
"Because they think they have more thinking in their head," says Patrick, age 5. Too much of the wrong kind of thinking in our head is called worry. Lewis and Faye Copeland tell the story of a man who was offered a job to do all the worrying for the boss. "You get $100,000 to... Read More
"Because they think they have more thinking in their head," says Patrick, age 5. Too much of the wrong kind of thinking in our head is called worry. Lewis and Faye Copeland tell the story of a man who was offered a job to do all the worrying for the boss. "You get $100,000 to... Read More
Hobby Lobby argues case before federal judges
Attorneys for the Oklahoma City retailer restate its claim that the religious beliefs of the firm's owners are violated by a federal requirement that the company provide insurance coverage for emergency contraceptives. Read More
Attorneys for the Oklahoma City retailer restate its claim that the religious beliefs of the firm's owners are violated by a federal requirement that the company provide insurance coverage for emergency contraceptives. Read More
Oklahomans compete in tonight's "American Bible Challenge" finale
The Wagner Warriors, three brothers from from Tulsa and Owasso, are competing tonight in the Season 2 final competition of “The American Bible Challenge.” The trio, Joshua, Daniel and Jesse Wagner, will face off against the Sisters of Mary and the Girls of Grace. Read More
The Wagner Warriors, three brothers from from Tulsa and Owasso, are competing tonight in the Season 2 final competition of “The American Bible Challenge.” The trio, Joshua, Daniel and Jesse Wagner, will face off against the Sisters of Mary and the Girls of Grace. Read More
Details emerge about memorial service for Oklahoma tornado victims
A memorial and prayer service to honor Oklahoma tornado victims will be an evening event, a spokesman for Gov. Read More
A memorial and prayer service to honor Oklahoma tornado victims will be an evening event, a spokesman for Gov. Read More
May 23 Today's Prayer
Dear God, we lift our voices, hearts and minds in praise to You today and all our days. Read More
Dear God, we lift our voices, hearts and minds in praise to You today and all our days. Read More
More prayer services planned tonight
Several more metro churches have shared their plans to host special prayer services tonight. Read More
Several more metro churches have shared their plans to host special prayer services tonight. Read More
Several metro area churches hosting prayer services tonight
Several Oklahoma City area churches are hosting prayer services tonight in effort to provide prayers and solace to people affected by the storms that have ravaged the state in the last few days. Read More
Several Oklahoma City area churches are hosting prayer services tonight in effort to provide prayers and solace to people affected by the storms that have ravaged the state in the last few days. Read More
May 22 Today's Prayer
With truly open hearts, dear Lord, we can see Your presence where we least expect it. Read More
With truly open hearts, dear Lord, we can see Your presence where we least expect it. Read More
Memorial/Prayer service tonight in Norman
NORMAN– Two Norman churches — New Life Bible Church and Norman Community Church — have joined together to host a community-wide memorial and prayer service at 7 p.m. Read More
NORMAN– Two Norman churches — New Life Bible Church and Norman Community Church — have joined together to host a community-wide memorial and prayer service at 7 p.m. Read More
Pope expresses solidarity with Oklahoma tornado survivors
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis has expressed his “closeness to the families of all who died in the Oklahoma tornado,” with special concern for “those who lost young children.” The pope posted a Twitter message to the survivors Tuesday, and followed up with a telegram to the archbishop of Oklahoma... Read More
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis has expressed his “closeness to the families of all who died in the Oklahoma tornado,” with special concern for “those who lost young children.” The pope posted a Twitter message to the survivors Tuesday, and followed up with a telegram to the archbishop of Oklahoma... Read More
Family reunites at Moore church, prepares to search for missing relatives
A Moore family that survived the tornadoes of May 3, 1999, and May 8, 2003, reunited at First Baptist Church of Moore after experiencing tornadic activity near their homes Monday. Read More
A Moore family that survived the tornadoes of May 3, 1999, and May 8, 2003, reunited at First Baptist Church of Moore after experiencing tornadic activity near their homes Monday. Read More
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