Mission holds luncheon, meeting
Potluck, concert offered at Unity
Tents of Hope to be discussed
Catholics present 'Advent' series
Catholic faith class slated at church
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A reader recently complained that religion is based on “just a bunch of stories.” I replied that the stories happen to be true — not necessarily as science, history, or journalism — but as an indication of how things are and how people are meant to be. Full story »

Q. Monday is World AIDS Day. What does your faith or religious leaders say should be our attitude toward people with AIDS? What actions should we be taking, if any? Full story » Comments (1)

With the world economy tumbling, it's only natural for Americans to worry whether we can erect a safety net that will protect our homes, investments, and jobs, while ensuring our ability to afford health care and save for later years.
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Jim Wilson, author of "The Holy Spirit and the End Times: A Season of Unusual Miracles," will sign his book from 1 to 3 p.m. today at Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 1260 Churn Creek Road in Redding. The book features stories of God's prophetic way into Northern California. The event is free.
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Q. Americans are preparing for Thursday's Thanksgiving celebrations. Do you think we are as thankful as we should be? Full story »

• Episcopal diocese holds convention
• Unitarian sharing, potluck planned
• St. Joseph youth sponsor food drive
• All Saints’ thrift shop has open-house
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In an America notable for its faith, there is still plenty of disbelief to go around. The novelist Michael Crichton, who died recently, went to his grave disbelieving in global warming. Full story » Comments (17)

Editor's note: Each week, the Record Searchlight will pose a question to the religious leaders of our community. We will print the responses as space allows and post the remainder on Redding.com. We invite all faith leaders in the north state to participate and share their beliefs with our readers. Those who would like to participate are asked to contact Jessica Skropanic at jskropanic@redding.com or call 225-8265.
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In the Garden of Eden, our first parents were given dominion over the animals, a responsibility that passed to humankind after their fall from grace. Since then, we humans have utilized animals - both domesticated and wild - as a source of food, and placed exotic animals in zoos and circuses for our amusement.
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• Cornerstone hosts luncheon, craft sale
• Methodists hold parking lot sale
• Society discusses benefits of religion
• New pastors at Enrichment Center
• Universalists hold Talk about love
• Mission pastor a guest speaker
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Editor's note: Each week, the Record Searchlight will pose a question to the religious leaders of our community. We will print the responses as space allows and post the remainder on Redding.com. We invite all faith leaders in the north state to participate and share their beliefs with our readers. Those who would like to participate are asked to contact News Assistant Jessica Skropanic at jskropanic@redding.com or call 225-8265.
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Editor's note: Each week, the Record Searchlight will pose a question to the religious leaders of our community. We will print the responses as space allows and post the remainder on Redding.com. We invite all faith leaders in the north state to participate and share their beliefs with our readers. Those who would like to participate are asked to contact News Assistant Jessica Skropanic at jskropanic@redding.com or call 225-8265.
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• Many styles feted at Christian concert
• Unitarian fellowship doing park cleanup
• Gratitude topic of ECKANKAR service
• Unity to host 'A New Earth' study
• Mission to hold fellowship lunch
• Methodist women host thrift shop
• World Community Day celebrated
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Editor's note: Each week, the Record Searchlight will pose a question to the religious leaders of our community. We will print the responses as space allows and post the remainder on Redding.com. We invite all faith leaders in the north state to participate and share their beliefs with our readers. Those who would like to participate are asked to contact News Assistant Jessica Skropanic at jskropanic@redding.com or call 225-8265. <0x0090>
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