Many issues divide people of faith, and few inspire as much fervor as abortion. The debate on this topic sparks heated pleas on all sides. How do religious leaders and the people in their faith communities respond? The a ...

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A lot goes into making sure your wedding day goes off without a hitch. Most professional planners advise that you give yourself at least six months to plan your special day. However, even if spring blooms are starting to ...

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Anointing is the act of pouring or sprinkling a substance on a person's head or body for a particular purpose. The rite can be as simple as a small smear on the forehead or as robust as a thorough dousing of the entire b ...

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The concept of a cash registry sparks lively debate among wedding planners and engaged couples. This trend is attractive to many people, but traditionalists tend to scoff at the idea. Whether a couple is thinking about s ...

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Many traditional weddings have two groups of attendants. The bridal party assists the female partner, and the groomsmen assist the male partner. While there is nothing inherently wrong with this if it's truly your prefer ...

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Planning a wedding is a big job. You have to find a good location, a great caterer, and a qualified minister to make sure the ceremony goes smoothly. You may get so involved in planning the day that thoughts of what your ...

Category: Health and Wellness Weddings

Pope Francis has been outspoken about the climate crisis for the decade he has been head of the Catholic Church. He mentions it often in his addresses, and it was the focus of one of the encyclical letters he sent in the ...

Category: Religion Science

One of the first things you and your partner are likely to discuss after you get engaged is who will be in the wedding. You may assume that your officiant has to be your minister, but the truth is that anyone you deem wo ...

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A destination wedding is an exciting option for many couples. If you and your partner love to travel, it makes sense to start your life together with a grand trip. It also gives you the opportunity to combine your weddin ...

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Getting ready to marry the love of your life brings many joys. Planning a wedding can also trigger a lot of painful reminders that society does not always have you, your beloved and your friends in mind when it decides w ...

Category: Gay Weddings