Apologetics
Londonistan Calling
This article by Christopher Hitchens discusses the disturbing radicalisation of young Muslims in Britain, suggesting that some kind of a show-down is inevitable: Will Britain become an Islamic society regulated by the shari’a, or will it fight for its right not to become one. Such ‘wake-up’ calls from Europe are becoming increasingly frequent. They can […]
National Day of Thanksgiving: a contrary view
ON LINE opinion – Australia’s e-journal of social and political debate The National Day of Thanksgiving: it’s the ‘white fella’ religious right again By Alan Matheson Posted Thursday, 24 May 2007 The National Day of Thanksgiving (NDOT), on May 26, 2007, is “a unique opportunity for Australians to celebrate and give thanks for our God […]
Climate change documentary provokes debate
Australian Broadcasting Corporation Broadcast: 25/05/2007 Reporter: A fierce debate has erupted over the ABC’s decision to broadcast a controversial documentary which debunks climate change. Transcript TONY JONES: Environmental groups will be keeping a close watch on tomorrow’s meeting on the Federal government’s $10 billion plan for the Murray-Darling Basin. A coalition of eight groups says […]
What’s Acceptable? What’s Possible? (Jim Wallis)
************************************************* SojoMail a weekly email-zine of spirituality, politics, and culture http://go.sojo.net/ct/31LWub11imHZ/ ************************************************* ================================================= QUOTE OF THE WEEK ================================================= “This is a Syrian-Lebanese war and we’re the fuel they are burning for this war. The army was bombing us, our houses have been destroyed, we had no food and no water.” – Abdel Hamid Najjar, a […]
U.S. & U.K. Muslims and terrorism
May 23, 2007 Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — One in four younger U.S. Muslims say suicide bombings to defend their religion are acceptable at least in some circumstances, though most Muslim Americans overwhelmingly reject the tactic and are critical of Islamic extremism and al-Qaida, a poll says. The survey by the Pew Research Center, one […]
U S Baby Gets Gun Permit
US Baby Gets Gun Permit _________ He can barely walk or talk, but 11-month-old “Bubba” Ludwig is already a fully paid up member of America’s firearms fraternity, with a 12-gauge Beretta shotgun and a gun permit to his name. The shotgun was a gift from his grandfather who bought it as an heirloom for his […]
Alcohol and Social Problems
AUSTRALIAN PRAYER NETWORK NEWSLETTER This week we highlight two major problems facing the youth of Australia which requires much prayer and great wisdom at the Governmental level to resolve. The Church too has a role to play in coming up with creative solutions at the local community level. * MORE ALCOHOL MORE OFTEN FUELS SOCIAL […]
Media
ACNS 4285 | ENGLAND | 15 MAY 2007 The Archbishop of York’s address at the London Press Club Awards Archbishop of York tells of his own captivity in repeated call for release of Alan Johnston Standing among you all, I feel like the youngest, the put upon and the most inexperienced lion in Daniel’s den […]
The Anglican Communion
ACNS 4284 | SOUTH AFRICA | 15 MAY 2007 The Most Revd Njongonkulu Ndungane Speech at Bishop’s Forum – in Cape Town I have been invited by Bishop Garth and members of Chapter to reflect on the state of affairs within the Anglican Communion. I shall start by addressing three points – the nature of […]
The Universe
There is no neutral ground in the universe: every square inch, every split second, is claimed by God and counterclaimed by Satan. -C.S. Lewis
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