Sentences with phrase «functions by religious organizations»

Shifts internal to religious organizations themselves are likely to focus on schisms and mergers, the resolution or reopening of conflicts between organizations, the assumption or abandonment of certain functions by religious organizations, or the emergence of new organizational forms.

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Edward L. Cleary explains, «Instead of the tribal chief acting as family, political and religious ruler, those three functions have been separated and taken over by individuals and groups within family systems, political parties, and religious organizations «12

It is also generally permissible for a judge to serve as an usher or a food server or preparer, or to perform similar functions, at fund - raising events sponsored by educational, religious, charitable, fraternal, or civic organizations.