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I’m not clergy, and that’s OK

Ci Cyfarth often jokes that he's "just the guy willing to do the paperwork." In reality, his role looks more like that of clergy. But becoming clergy in his path of Druidry takes many years. In his first piece for ColumbiaFAVS, he explains what that path to priesthood looks like. 
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Pope Francis’ first 100 days: What we’ve learned so far

| Jun 14, 2013

VATICAN CITY (RNS) A week before Pope Francis reaches the critical 100-day mark, Alessandro Speciale takes stock of his young papacy and what Francis’ early days say about this most unconventional of popes.
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A ministry of members: Why Mormons spend so much time at church

| Apr 24, 2013

When Kirsten Pinto mentions a church commitment, people often look at her with a sense of wonder: "Why are you always doing something at church?" In this article, she explains why involvement is so important to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 
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FAV(e) PLACES: Islamic Center of Central Missouri remains symbol of local Muslim community

| Apr 19, 2013

The golden spire and dome of the Islamic Center of Central Missouri, adorned by the crescent emblem, have been a symbol of Columbia’s Muslim community since the building’s construction in 1983.
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Atheists find a Sunday-morning connection with other nonbelievers

| Apr 17, 2013

(RNS) Sunday mornings at Houston Oasis may have the look and feel of a church, but there's no cross, Bible, hymnal or stained glass depictions of Jesus. There's also nary a trace of doctrine, dogma or theology.
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United Church of Christ history, part 2: Evangelical & Reformed

| Apr 10, 2013

Combine the influence of a few immigrant groups, a few Christian groups and add a measure of independence, and you've got the United Church of Christ. Steve Swope explains more about the rich history of this denomination – and adds a reminder of what really matters. 
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Take a walk with us: Be part of the Columbia Faith & Values Downtown Church Walking Tour

| Apr 1, 2013

You've walked past the downtown churches many times – but have you ever been inside? On our walking tour, you'll be able to do just that. On April 20, we'll learn about the history, art and architecture of five of Columbia's historic downtown churches. 
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Out of the streets and jails: Chosen Generation Ministries focuses on recovery

| Mar 27, 2013

Lorenzo Lawson spent 22 of his 59 years behind bars, and he had a reputation as a violent drug dealer and pimp. But along the way, he decided to become a Christian and studied to become a pastor. Today, he’s known for a different legacy as the senior pastor of Chosen Generation Ministries.
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Victims raise profile of ‘spiritual abuse’

| Mar 26, 2013

Spiritual abuse is when authoritarian religious groups use power and control to instill fear and guilt into worshippers. Similar to domestic abuse, if victims don’t deal with the trauma, survivor Karen Wanjico said, it can damage one’s mental health, relationships and worldview.
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History of the United Church of Christ, part 1: Congregationalists

| Mar 25, 2013

The United Church of Christ can easily be confused – and often is – with the more conservative Church of Christ. So what’s the difference, if there is any? Steve Swope explains the history of his denomination to remove some of the confusion. 
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List of Palm Sunday church cancelations

| Mar 24, 2013

The annual Blessing of the Palms has been canceled because of the snow. Several churches throughout Columbia have also canceled services. 
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