Page 10 of Religion and Churches News issued by the Send2Press® Newswire service.
| From: Church of Scientology
KANSAS CITY, Mo. and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 18, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Kansas City is the heart of the United States. It’s the focal point, the epicenter,” says Deshaun, an executive at the Church of Scientology. “With the flow of energy that comes through this city, it is one of those spots where you can go, ‘You know what? This is the heart of America. I can put myself there and make a difference.'”
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Voices for Humanity on the Scientology Network documents the work of Scientology Volunteer Minister Daniel Okello whose grassroots program is creating a brighter future where before there was only despair.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif. and JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Sept. 5, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world,” said South African President Nelson Mandela. And for the 1,300 new graduates of the Scientology Tools for Life Courses attending a recent graduation at Castle Kyalami in Midrand, South Africa, Madiba’s message has taken on new meaning.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 4, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE – the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues – presents the broadcast debut of “Man in Red Bandana” on Monday, September 11, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In the U.S. alone, every five minutes someone dies of overdose. International Overdose Awareness Day is observed both to remember the victims of drug overdoses and to inform the world of the urgent need to adopt effective drug education campaigns.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — More than 109,000 Americans died of drug overdose in the 12-month period ending Jan. 2023. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association reports fentanyl-related fatalities among children and teens increased more than 30-fold between 2013 and 2021. But there are simple actions anyone can take to help save lives, according to Foundation for a Drug-Free World, the drug education and prevention campaign the Church of Scientology supports.
| From: Church of Scientology
CLEARWATER, Fla. and LOS ANGELES, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After winning the PRNEWS Platinum Award for Government Relations in 2022, Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) Florida is once again a finalist for 2023. Learn about CCHR Florida President Diane Stein and the battle she leads to prevent coercive psychiatry from harming Florida families. Watch her episode on Voices for Humanity on the Scientology Network.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Each year, the Church of Scientology of Los Angeles holds an awards ceremony and banquet for World Humanitarian Day to honor local Volunteer Ministers and the volunteers of other Los Angeles nonprofits deserving of recognition. The Scientology Volunteer Ministers program is a religious social service created by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard to provide help whenever and wherever needed.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In today’s hectic world of smartphones and social media, people can become more focused on their screens than on the world around them. But, there are those whose work and commitment prove that human connection and kindness are not a thing of the past. And among them are the Scientology Volunteer Ministers, a religious social service sponsored by the Church of Scientology International.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 19, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “I never realized until I had my first son just how much you can love another person and just how far you’re willing to go for them,” says Scientologist Cristal Logothetis. In an episode of Meet a Scientologist on the Scientology Network, Logothetis describes how she came across the image of a three-year-old boy who drowned off the coast of Greece at the height of the Syrian refugee crisis.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif. and JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Aug. 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Shadrack Mpho Lekoana, a minister of the Uniting Reform Church in South Africa, was in search of a way to bring help to those in need. His congregants found strength when they came to him for help but went home with the same problems. “As ministers, we are called to change the lives of the people, and we need to have the tools,” Rev. Lekoana says in an episode of Voices for Humanity on the Scientology Network.
| From: Church of Scientology
BERGAMO, Italy, Aug. 14, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Motorbikes roared through the city of Bergamo this June and leaned into the curves around Lake Iseo on one of Italy’s most breathtaking and challenging highways. The bikers wore bright green vests bearing the logo of Foundation for a Drug-Free World proclaiming “Dico No alla Droga” (Say No to Drugs) on the 6th annual Motogiro for a Drug-Free Italy. This and many other drug prevention events are featured on the Scientology Network in an episode of Voices for Humanity.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif. and BUDAPEST, Hungary, Aug. 9, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — There is a good reason why The Way to Happiness is in such high demand. This booklet comprising 21 common-sense principles is not only the single most-translated nonreligious book. Some 250,000 groups and individuals have embraced it and use it to help others. And friendship has everything to do with its popularity.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif. and BUDAPEST, Hungary, Aug. 9, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Everyone is special” was the message at a celebration of “Everybody’s Day” this summer in Újpalota, Hungary. Volunteer Ministers from the Church of Scientology Budapest joined the Baptist Charity Service, the Red Cross, and an Újpalota family support association to make this a memorable day for children in the underserved community on the northeastern border of Budapest.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif. and TOKYO, Japan, Aug. 7, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In celebration of their anniversary August 8, the staff and parishioners of the Church of Scientology Tokyo extend an invitation to watch Destination: Scientology – Tokyo on the Scientology Network and learn what they love most about their city and their Church.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 2, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — At a concert at the Church of Scientology of the Valley community auditorium, legendary pop singer/songwriter Pomeranz introduced “Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health” to the Filipino community in Los Angeles, just as he did nearly 20 years ago in Manila.
| From: Church of Scientology
NEW YORK, N.Y., July 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Join the staff and parishioners of the Church of Scientology and Community Center Harlem in a celebration of their July 31 anniversary. “Harlem – it’s pretty much inside of me,” says Phil, an executive at the Church of Scientology Harlem in Destination: Scientology – Harlem on the Scientology Network. He describes Harlem as “a very, very proud community.”
| From: Church of Scientology
DUBLIN, Ireland, July 26, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — National Affairs Office of the Church of Scientology in Dublin hosted an open discussion. A new community-based initiative emerged in view of the need for prevention among at-risk groups and communities. According to the latest statistics from the Health Research Board, two people in Ireland die every day of drug-related causes, most of them of overdose.
| From: Church of Scientology
PASADENA, Calif., July 22, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In the heart of Old Town, just ten miles from downtown Los Angeles, the Church of Scientology Pasadena combines a love of the region’s history with its commitment to ensuring a bright future for all. Pasadena is an eclectic mix of old and new-with the California Institute of Technology and NASA Jet Propulsion Lab.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 15, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “Racing and driving cars at their limit – it’s my passion,” says Christopher Hill in an episode of the new season of Meet a Scientologist on the Scientology Network. From the time he was 2 or 3 years old, Hill knew that he wanted to race cars. He pursued this, beginning with kart racing as a teen.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 13, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — When Glory Matipile discovered a childhood friend had suddenly disappeared, it changed her life forever. An episode of Voices for Humanity on the Scientology Network documents how this human rights advocate is saving lives.
| From: Church of Scientology
MEXICO CITY, Mexico, July 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On the anniversary of the July 2010 dedication of their Church, Mexico City Scientologists share what they love most about their megacity and their passion for helping their community.
| From: Church of Scientology
NEW YORK, N.Y., July 11, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Human Rights Office of the Church of Scientology International congratulates Youth for Human Rights International for its Summit at the UN, which provided youth activists from around the world with tools to achieve their humanitarian goals.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., and WASHINGTON, D.C., July 8, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — VOICES FOR HUMANITY – the weekly series presenting heroic change-makers from a variety of faiths, cultures and nations, working to uplift their communities – announces an episode featuring community activist Kim Bey.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 6, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE – the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues – presents the award-winning documentary “Humanité, the Beloved Community” on July 7, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 5, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE – the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues – presents Fathers of Football, illustrating the important role high school football plays in small-town America.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif. and GAUTENG, South Africa, July 5, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — VOICES FOR HUMANITY – the weekly series presenting heroic change-makers from a variety of faiths, cultures and nations, working to uplift their communities – announces a new episode featuring human rights activist Glory Matipile, premiering on July 5, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 3, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST – the weekly series spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists from around the world and all walks of life – announces an episode featuring elite chocolatiers Armando Siracusano and Gabriella Comis on July 4, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 1, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Kick off a memorable Independence Day weekend at a family fun day in Hollywood hosted by the Church of Scientology Sunday July 2, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Each year, the Church of Scientology Los Angeles hosts an Independence Day Festival.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 26, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network commemorates the United Nations annual International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking June 26 with a full day of programming dedicated to highlighting the effectiveness of drug prevention through education.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE – the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues – presents the documentary classic “Most Valuable Players,” on June 23, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST – the weekly series spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists from around the world and all walks of life – announces an episode featuring master large-scale painter Angelika Mehrens, premiering June 27, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., and CLEARWATER, Fla., June 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — VOICES FOR HUMANITY – the weekly series presenting heroic change makers from a variety of faiths, cultures and nations, working to uplift their communities – announces a new episode featuring the work of anti-drug activist Julieta Santagostino on June 21, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 20, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST, the weekly series spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists from around the world and all walks of life, announces an episode featuring beekeeper and entrepreneur József Hegyi, premiering on June 20, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE – the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues – presents the documentary Climbing Blind on June 16, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., and CHIAYI, Taiwan, June 13, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — VOICES FOR HUMANITY – the weekly series presenting heroic change makers from a variety of faiths, cultures and nations, working to uplift their communities – announces a new episode featuring educator and community activist Miao-Hsiang Lin, premiering June 14, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s MEET A SCIENTOLOGIST, the weekly series spotlighting the everyday lives of Scientologists from around the world and all walks of life, announces an episode featuring filmmaker Matt Brown premiering June 13, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 9, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s DOCUMENTARY SHOWCASE – the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to air films on important social, cultural and environmental issues – presents the award-winning documentary “Forgive – Don’t Forget” premiering on June 9, 2023.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 8, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Church of Scientology “We Are Giants” ad continues to increase its tally of awards by winning five more, including one Gold, at the 44th annual Telly Awards, one of television’s most prestigious international competitions for creative excellence.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 8, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Launched in 2018, Scientology Network continues to raise standards in the television industry, including being the first and only network to air all content in 17 languages. To date, more than 250 inspiring programs – all produced in-house – have been viewed 24/7 on satellite, live streaming or on demand in 242 nations and territories.
