Sentences with phrase «religious organization leaders»

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«I will make absolutely certain religious orders like the Little Sisters of Poor are not bullied by the federal government because of their religious beliefs,» Trump wrote in October in a letter to the leaders of Roman Catholic organizations.

Messages of fidelity, monogamy, and delay of first sexual experience can be transmitted in a secular manner» for example, through life - skills programs at schools» and / or these messages can come through religious leaders and organizations.

After a back - and - forth with a variety of Christian leaders, most notably the Catholic Church, the rule was amended and some religious organizations were given an exemption.

WHEREAS, hundreds of Muslim scholars and intellectuals from over 120 countries, along with representatives of Islamic and international organizations, as well as leaders from diverse religious groups and nationalities, gathered in Marrakesh on this date to reaffirm the principles of the Charter of Medina at a major conference;

The controversy pits leaders of religious groups that sponsor about 1 million Boy Scouts against activists who want the organization to end its ban on openly gay Scouts and Scout leaders.

A religious or political student organization may determine that ordering the organization's internal affairs, selecting the organization's leaders and members, defining the organization's doctrines, and resolving the organization's disputes are in...

On February 1, a group of 51 faith - based, human rights and civil rights organizations, led by Muslim Advocates, called on House Speaker John Boehner and Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi to urge King and his committee to address all forms of religious extremism rather than focusing on Islam.

Religious organizations were welcome as long as they were malleable: as long as their leaders didn't need to profess anything in particular; as long as they could be governed by sheer democracy and adjust to popular mores or trends; as long as they didn't prioritize theological stability.»

Researchers asked 1,000 Americans in a phone survey, «Should student religious organizations, recognized by publicly funded colleges, be allowed to require their leaders to hold specific beliefs?»

So we enter with a depth of relationship with locals, religious leaders, tribal leaders, local organizations.

The marginal status of organized religion is very likely the basic cause of the difficulty of attracting leaders for religious organizations.

Observing the practice of a cultic group, the outsider may be inclined to compare the «control» exercised by a religious leader to that in political or economic organizations without realizing that obedience may in each case be very differently motivated, and that it hence may not be really the same thing.

In response, Urbana leaders said that they didn't deny the group an exhibitor spot because they are pro-life, but because Students for Life isn't or doesn't claim to a be, a religious organization.

Government policies would not be criticized by religious leaders as long as religious organizations» finances were not questioned.

In Indonesia, many Muslim citizens and organizations are committed to citizen equality and religious freedom, and Christian leaders are reaching out to them, according to Robert Hefner, director of the Institute on Culture, Religion, and World Affairs at Boston University.

According to Forum 18, this included requiring their leaders to become Russian citizens, to join an existing centralized religious organization, or in some cases to pass a state religion expertise text.

First, the Religious Right has always been a sub-culture of leaders and organizations, committed to a particular political agenda, within the evangelical movement.

Christians living in better circumstances, however, need to take up the cause of their suffering brethren: they need to educate themselves about what is happening, spread the news, ask their own religious leaders to speak out, support reputable organizations that are working for religious freedom, and appeal to their political leaders to do far more in their contacts with key diplomats and oppressive governments.

When you read the narrative, what Balmer means by Religious Right is really a coalition of leaders and organizations within the evangelical world who have sought to organize evangelical voters along a particular set of issues.

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This country is based upon separation of church and state and some of these organizations, if they had their way, would make this country a western version of some Islamic countries where the religious leaders are the people pulling the strings, not the political people.

Washington (CNN)-- An atheist organization known for being provocative plans to take that reputation to the next level this week by putting up seven billboards that call out prominent politicians and religious leaders.

I should note that most of the teens in my study had some religious affiliation, which makes these findings all the more interesting and provocative for current leaders of religious organizations.

An executive order President Obama signed Monday prohibiting sexual orientation discrimination in federal hiring may not immediately affect many religious organizations, but leaders are still raising their eyebrows.

At the same time interfaith organizations, often initially viewed with suspicion by religious leaders, have encouraged people of different religions to meet and get to know each other, in the hope that they can work together for peace and to uphold moral values.

Some of us were professors of religious studies, history or sociology; some were journalists; others were leaders of evangelical organizations; and several others were simply folk interested in evangelicalism.

I am writing to you as the President of the American Family Foundation, an organization of professionals, including religious leaders, mental health professionals, academicians, and attorneys who are committed to inform the public about the dangers of destructive cults...

This change would also respect the right of religious chartered organizations to continue to choose adult leaders whose beliefs are consistent with their own.»

Leader in your Community: Whether it's school, a scout troupe, a religious organization or a community group, demonstrating your leadership skills is something your kids will remember.

Jewish leaders and religious and human - rights organizations around the country are concerned about an increase in anti-Semitism on college campuses and among the young in general.

Trump's order to ease limits on political activity by religious organizations is being met with enthusiasm and dread from religious leaders, with some rejoicing in the freedom to preach their views and endorse candidates and others fearing the change will erode the integrity of houses of worship.

While commending religious bodies and political organizations for their prayers, outpouring love and solidarity during the President's medical trip to London, Governor Sani Bello urged all Nigerians to always be positive and pray for their leaders.

Rockland Human Rights Commissioner Constance Frazier is already engaged in a renewed plan of action that will include faith - based organizations, community groups from all corners of our county, religious leaders and everyone else interested in promoting understanding and respect.

Civil society organizations, active traditional authorities and religious leaders all constitute a positive addition to democratic consolidation.

The pair, Miss Lois Boahemaa who is a JHS «2» student of Modern Preparatory School at Jema and Master Abubakari Osman who is in form «3» at D / A Junior High School (JHS) at Pramposo have therefore called on the government, district assemblies, civil society organizations, parents, traditional and religious leaders to work collectively to eliminate things that impede the rights and safety of children.

Assembly Minority Leader Brian Kolb was briefed this morning on the draft language for the chapter amendment's religious exemptions this morning, saying the measure described to him dealt with religious organizations like Catholic Charities.

«The Fulani are capable of changing their leaders: traditional, political, religious and cultural (I mean by cultural those so - called Fulani socio - cultural organizations that eat fat on the Fulani but can not champion their cause or defend their rights).

The regional coalitions consist of business leaders, women's organizations, religious leaders, and labor groups, all trumpeting their support for the Women's Equality Agenda — a 10 - point plan Governor Cuomo introduced in his state - of - the - state speech in January.

Joined by area politicians and community leaders, the parents, students and teachers rallied in support of the Education Investment Tax Credit which would increase support for public and religious schools by creating a tax incentive for individuals and corporations to donate to scholarship programs administered by nonprofit educational organizations.

Representatives of the Roman Catholic Church, Orthodox rabbis and other conservative religious leaders fought the measure, and their GOP allies pressed hard for stronger legal protections for religious organizations.

«There may come a time when religious leaders and faith - based organizations generate more interest in protecting the environment and more willingness to demand action, but we haven't seen it yet.»

This component must include all stakeholder groups, such as parents or guardians, business leaders, religious organizations, local governmental agencies, local libraries, civic clubs, etc., to collectively establish and support strategies that create and ignite enthusiasm for reading.

on Prop B — a coalition of individuals and animal welfare organizations supporting the statewide ballot measure to stop puppy mill cruelty — is pleased to announce that former U.S. Senator Jack Danforth has endorsed Proposition B. Sen. Danforth is the latest prominent Missourian to join the broad list of Prop B supporters, which includes veterinarians and vet clinics, businesses, elected officials, animal protection groups and religious leaders from across Missouri.

Prop B is supported by Missouri veterinarians and veterinary clinics; animal welfare charities and organizations, including the Humane Society of Missouri, the Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation, Central Missouri Humane Society, Humane Society of Southwest Missouri, Wayside Waifs, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF), Best Friends Animal Society and The Humane Society of the United States; prominent Missouri figures such as Tony La Russa and Linda Bond; as well as responsible dog breeders, elected officials, religious leaders and Missouri businesses.

We have worked with yoga teachers and trainers, holistic doctors and healers, religious leaders, families for reunions and weddings, not - for - profit organizations, corporate leaders for team building, herbalists and botanists, photographers, educators, language instructors, and others seeking a private rainforest retreat.

Religious leaders from Interfaith Power & Light partner organizations around the country at the 2014 national conference in Washington, DC.

Indigenous groups, labor, youth, scientists, food justice and clean water activists, religious groups, and civil rights organizations joined environmental groups in calling on world leaders attending the UN Climate Summit in New York this Tuesday to start taking real action to halt climate disruption.

Our decades of experience in this area make Carr Maloney distinctively qualified to handle any issue facing religious institutions, leaders, agencies, schools, clinics, charities and other affiliated associations or organizations.

Everyone responded to help those in need — people from every ethnic / cultural background, religious organizations, law enforcement, health care providers and government leaders.

I linked this result to how religious organizations» leaders came to think about using bankruptcy to deal with their organizations» financial problems.