Learning and Doing: Preparing for B’nai Mitzvah

For Jewish youth coming of age, their b'nai mitzvah is likely the culmination of months of preparation and anticipation. Here's how to help your loved one prepare for an unforgettable coming of age ceremony.

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Quick Tips for Planning Your Child’s Baptism

Baptism is a symbolic affirmation of one's faith - and for children, a cleansing of original sin and introduction to the church. But there's a lot more that goes into child baptism than one might think.

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Teaching Your Children About Spirituality

Spirituality is an important part of life for many people - and a difficult concept for parents to explain to their children. We've got a few ways to introduce your child to the spiritual side of life

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4 Non-biblical Creation Stories and the Cultures that Produced Them

People throughout history have sought to explain their place and purpose in the cosmos. And that curiosity manifested itself in creation stories as unique as the cultures themselves. Here are a few from around the world.

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Types of Religious Belief

There are many types of religious beliefs that have evolved throughout the ages. From belief in one god, to many-- to no gods at all. Here are the primary belief systems of the world and where they came from.

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Blessing of the Animals: Lasting Legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi

October 4th is the feast day Saint Francis of Assisi. Saint Francis is known for the blessing of the animals and his belief that animals should be our equals and that we are cosmically linked to all creatures.

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The Religious Beliefs of Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein is one of the 20th century's greatest minds, known worldwide for his scientific genius. Many have wondered about the religious beliefs of this titan of science.  Did Einstein worship a God?

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The Wizard of Oz: Children’s Classic or Atheistic Allegory?

The Wizard of Oz is one of America's most beloved tales. Throughout the years, many have had their own interpretations of just what Dorothy, Toto, and all the rest might really represent, including atheists.

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How to Get Baptized

Are you planning on having you or a loved one get baptized soon? There are some common steps you'll probably need to go through, depending on the specifics of the baptism. Here are the ways you can prep for baptism.

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Universal Life Church Files Lawsuit to Protect Online Ordination

The ULCM has thousands of active ministers and members across the State of Tennessee, individuals whose Constitutional and spiritual rights have been denied them by Tennessee lawmakers without good reason. 

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