People are drawn to faith communities for a variety of reasons. Some come to learn more about God, while others are interested in finding their place in the world. Others may attend services to make their families happy ...

Category: Aid

For most religious people, faith and good works go hand in hand. Those who love God are called to care for others, particularly those who are in need. No matter how many resources a society has, there are always those wh ...

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Life can be hard to navigate sometimes. You may have a solid plan that gets derailed by an unexpected turn of events. Your children may not be connecting with their teachers or other leaders and start acting out as a res ...

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Many religions exhort their followers to care for the people around them. Whether they call them neighbors or the less fortunate or some other variation of the general sentiment, it's expected that people of faith want t ...

Category: Aid

If your church is interested in labor issues and advocacy, you probably talk often about supporting fair trade. There are economic, social and environmental standards that organizations must meet in order to be fair-trad ...

Category: Social Justice

Starting a new group at church can be a daunting prospect. You want to choose something that will pique the interest of your members without overwhelming them. One type of group that almost everyone can participate in is ...

Category: Health and Wellness

Society has an issue with violence. Any time a violent incident occurs, many people chime in on the action taken to respond to it. Those who side with law enforcement tend to view the response as an example of their oath ...

Category: Social Justice

There are several ways that depression can affect not only the people experiencing it but also those around them. They may have sudden mood swings or become increasingly sensitive or irritable. A depressive episode is of ...

Category: Health and Wellness

Your wedding day is likely designed to cater to your preferences and wishes. It's important to make sure your guests feel comfortable and are able to enjoy the day, too. Guests with accommodation needs may feel uncertain ...

Category: Weddings

Mahatma Gandhi is famously known for encouraging people to be the change they want to see in the world. What does this mean in a practical sense, though? Many of the world's problems are so big that it can be overwhelmin ...

Category: Health and Wellness