National Day of Prayer observed in Defiance
Targeting seven areas of influence in community life, Defiance Regional Ministers Association... More
- By JACK PALMER palmer@crescent-news.com
Local Religion
Civic appreciaton/prayer luncheon held in Paulding
Emmanuel Baptist Church in Paulding hosted its fifth annual Civic Appreciation/National Day of... More
Church of Christ lectureship features four speakers
Defiance, Oakwood and Paulding Churches of Christ will hold their fifth annual Northwest Ohio... More
Church events, 5/4/12
Free Lunch and Afternoon of Laughter With Christian Comedian -- Galilee Baptist Church, 1544... More
Special program on drug abuse and human trafficking presented
Independence United Methodist Church hosted a special program on drug abuse and human trafficking... More
Michigan caucus backs 'Judeo-Christian' beliefs
A prayer caucus being formed in the Michigan Legislature that specifically endorses... More
Oakwood outdoor prayer
The Oakwood Area National Day of Prayer service was held Thursday noon outside the village town... More
Church events, 4-27-12
"Triple S" Dinner (Soup, Salad, Sundae Bar) -- Union Chapel Church of God fellowship hall,... More
New C-N photo policy in effect
The Crescent-News religion section has a new photo policy regarding submitted photos. Before any... More
Voice of the Martyrs head dies amid abuse allegation
Police in Oklahoma are investigating whether the executive director of an international Christian... More
David Yount column, 4-27-12: The Bible is how God chose to speak to humankind
Whereas dictionaries and encyclopedias are alphabetized for easy reference, the reader of... More
Methodists to weigh gay issues again at General Conference
Delegates to the General Conference of the United Methodist Church that started Wednesday in... More
Paulding church to honor public servants
Emmanuel Baptist Church in Paulding will host its fifth annual Civic Appreciation/National Day of... More
- By JACK PALMER palmer@crescent-news.com
Triumphant Quartet to perform in Defiance
The Dove-nominated Triumphant Quartet will make a special musical appearance this weekend as part... More
- By JACK PALMER palmer@crescent-news.com
Church events
Spring Rummage Sale -- Neapolis Church Of Christ (Central & Main), today until 6 p.m.; and... More
Group files complaint against starting county commission meetings with prayer
The practice of clergy offering a Christian prayer before Reno (Kan.) County Commission meetings... More
Missouri House endorses more abortion restrictions
Physicians prescribing abortion-inducing drugs could face greater requirements than those... More
'Gentle Worship' services held at Defiance Area In-Patient Hospice Center chapel
Rev. Dave Brobston of St. Paul Lutheran Church leads the "Gentle Worship" service (above) held on... More
Vatican orders crackdown on U.S. nun association
The Vatican orthodoxy watchdog announced Wednesday a full-scale overhaul of the largest umbrella... More
- RACHEL ZOLL AP Religion Writer
Defiance church hosts new community meal
Trinity United Methodist Church has joined the growing list of area churches offering regular... More
- By JACK PALMER palmer@crescent-news.com
Abuse scandal continues to take toll on U.S. church
NEW YORK (AP) -- Roman Catholic dioceses and religious orders received nearly 600 credible clergy... More
Church events, 4-13-12
Mini-Bible School -- Melrose United Methodist Church, 712 State St., Melrose, Saturday, noon-3... More
Gospel singer relied on his faith during homeless time
ATLANTA (AP) -- James Fortune used to watch his children sleep in the bathtub before he lay... More
Local church ministry develops wrestling skills, builds character
Studies have shown that churches with innovative ministries that reach out to non-members have... More
- By JACK PALMER palmer@crescent-news.com
Church events, 4-6-12
Two-Part Easter Drama "The King is Coming" -- Pettisville Missionary Church, 19055 County Road D,... More
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