An Ecumenical Ministry in the Parish of St Patrick's Catholic Church In San Diego USA

Established in 1921 & Served by Augustinians

米国サンディエゴの聖パトリックカトリック教会教区におけるエキュメニカル宣教

1921年創立、アウグスティノ会が運営

Jesus was political and so are we ~ how christians vote matters

Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

Thursday, June 12, 2008

Pew Forum Weekly UPDATE

Q&A: Courts Will Decide Church Property Disputes

When congregations split from their national denominations, complicated legal disputes over the ownership of church property often arise. To help sort out these issues and their constitutional implications, Research Associate Jesse Merriam spoke with church-state scholar Robert W. Tuttle. Read the Q&A »

In Brief: Hein v. Freedom From Religion Foundation
The Hein case was decided by the U.S. Supreme Court nearly one year ago, but it will have policy implications for years to come because it permits executive agencies to fund religious organizations and activities without fear of constitutional litigation. Research Associate Jesse Merriam gives a brief overview. Read the analysis »

California Gay Marriage Ruling Takes Effect June 16
A Pew Forum special report on gay marriage explores the issue and explains the impact of the California Supreme Court's much-discussed ruling, which goes into effect Monday.
Go to the gay marriage issue page »

June 11 - The Associated Press
Obama Meets with Christian Leaders

June 11 - USA Today
Amish Cases Highlight Beliefs

June 10 - Chicago Tribune
Abortion Foes Take Battle Beyond Roe

June 10 - Reuters
Baptists Reluctantly Embrace 'Liberal' McCain

June 9 - Religion News Service
Profile: The Rev. Michael Pfleger

June 8 - The Houston Chronicle
Controversy Highlights Pitfalls to Teaching Faith

June 8 - CBN News
Obama Reaches Out to Young Evangelicals

June 7 - The Times of London
Ignored and Spurned, the Church Has Lost its Faith - in Government

June 6 - Religion News Service
Muslim Leaders Affirm Saudi King's Interfaith Effort

June 5 - Religion News Service
For Bush and Benedict, a Personal and Political Bond

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