Page 13 of Religion and Churches News issued by the Send2Press® Newswire service.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif. and MIDRAND, South Africa, Jul 20, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On Mandela Day and throughout the year, the bright yellow jacket of the Scientology Volunteer Minister has become a symbol of service and the ability to make a difference. This year, Mandela Day marked a milestone for the Scientology Volunteer Ministers of South Africa.
| From: Church of Scientology
MEXICO CITY, Mexico and LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 19, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Share the energy and spirit of Mexico’s premier Church of Scientology as it works with the community to create an even brighter future for all. Mexico City, one of the largest metropolitan areas on Earth, combines ancient traditions, colonial influence and 21st-century cosmopolitan culture in its own unique style.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 14, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — As the UN launches its Youth Skills Day campaign for 2022 with its motto “transforming youth skills for the future,” Scientology Volunteer Ministers are providing educators throughout South Africa with the tools to accomplish this goal.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 11, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On the eve of the celebration of its anniversary, the Church of Scientology Pasadena shares the unique history of its Old Town home. Just off Colorado Boulevard in the Old Pasadena Historic District, the Church of Scientology opens its doors and invites those curious about Scientology to step inside through an episode of “Destination Scientology” on the Scientology Network.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 7, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Active in drug education and prevention throughout the year, Scientology Churches and Scientologists go all out in support of the UN’s International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — More than a thousand joined the Church of Scientology Los Angeles in East Hollywood for a 4th of July family festival filled with games and activities for the children.
| From: Church of Scientology
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 29, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In the heart of Hollywood, the Church of Scientology Los Angeles joined forces with local nonprofit Strike Out Against Drugs in a musical tribute to drug-free living. Visitors to the Hollywood Walk of Fame on International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking were treated to a different kind of rock concert this year.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 27, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After a two-year hiatus because of COVID, athletes are once more sprinting through the Czech Republic to reach youth with the truth about drugs. Founder Vlastimil Špalek and his team of drug-prevention activists are featured in an episode of “Voices for Humanity” on the Scientology Network.
| From: University of Los Angeles College of Divinity
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 27, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The University of Los Angeles College of Divinity (ULACD) basketball team, led by one of California’s most successful high school and college coaches, Michael Miller, posted the second-best record in the nation of any four-year college over the last four years.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 23, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Churches provide tools anyone can use to help in the face of the drug overdose crisis. In honor of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, learn and use these tools and help turn the tide on the drug overdose crisis.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 22, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The United Nations set aside June 26 as International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking “to promote action and cooperation toward the goal of an international society free of drug abuse.” And at no time has it been more urgent to do so. The Scientology Network marks the day by focusing on humanitarians who are working to end the drug abuse crisis in towns and cities across the world.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 16, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With International Day Against Drug Abuse and Human Trafficking one week away, Scientology Churches across the world rededicate themselves to handling “the other pandemic” – drug abuse and addiction.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 15, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Network’s “Documentary Showcase” presents the award-winning documentary “Big Sonia” Friday June 17, at 8:30 p.m. PT. Documentary Showcase is the weekly series providing a platform for independent filmmakers to share their work on important social, cultural and environmental issues.
| From: Church of Scientology
EAST GRINSTEAD, U.K., June 8, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Summer is a magnificent time to visit Saint Hill, L. Ron Hubbard’s home in the UK. Share the beauty and history of the quaint Sussex town of East Grinstead through an episode of “Inside Scientology” on the Scientology Network.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 6, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Each June, Scientologists celebrate the Maiden Voyage of the Freewinds, a ship powered by the purpose: to help create a better world. The Freewinds is a religious retreat that serves Scientologists as the pinnacle of their journey to total spiritual freedom.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With its 2022 motto “Only One Earth,” World Environment Day organizers recognize that sustainability depends on individual choices. Scientology Churches mark the 50th anniversary of World Environment Day June 5 by emphasizing personal accountability as the key to safeguarding the environment.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 31, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Seminars for hundreds of educators hosted by the Scientology headquarters in South Africa over the past two months launched an initiative to tackle a crisis affecting the country and the entire continent. As UNESCO observed Africa Week May 22-25, officials at the Education World Forum 2022 in London brought home the urgency of reversing the educational crisis affecting the continent.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 25, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Church of Scientology Copenhagen is celebrating its fifth anniversary in its new home in the heart of the city. Meet staff and parishioners in an episode of “Destination: Scientology” and learn what makes their city so special and how these qualities resonate with the city’s Scientologists.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 24, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With its purpose to serve as a home for the entire community, the Church of Scientology Los Angeles makes holidays special for local families. And May has been no exception. A Memorial Day festival Monday May 30 at the Church will round out a month of special activities.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In honor of International Day of Light, the Scientology Network features the impact of light on the work of artists featured in three episodes of the original series “Meet a Scientologist.” UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, sets aside May 16 as International Day of Light.
| From: Church of Scientology
PORTLAND, Ore., May 11, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — May 11 marks the ninth anniversary of the Ideal Church of Scientology of Portland. The Church invites everyone to visit – whether in person or online. The Portland Church of Scientology holds a very special place in the hearts and minds of Scientologists.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 9, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) – Published May 9, 1950, “Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health” burst onto the scene, creating an international phenomenon that continues to this day. And it was only two years later that L. Ron Hubbard founded Scientology, the world’s youngest major religion.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The heritage of Africa depends on what we do now to ensure future generations flourish and prosper says the Church of Scientology. In sub-Saharan Africa, 88 percent of children of primary and lower secondary school age (202 million) were reported as not proficient in reading.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 3, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — On World Press Freedom Day May 3, 2022, the Church of Scientology emphasizes that with freedom must come responsibility. The Church of Scientology International publishes a booklet to clarify religious freedom and its ramifications in today’s troubled world.
| From: Church of Scientology
MIAMI, Fla., April 28, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — April 29, 2022 marks the anniversary of the dedication of the new Church of Scientology Miami by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige. It is located at 2220 South Dixie Highway in Coconut Grove.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 27, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — 72 years ago, an article in Astounding Science Fiction hit the newsstands in April and set the stage for the explosive launch of “Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health,” which rolled out in May.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 21, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — An episode of Meet a Scientologist on the Scientology Network documents how Peter Vajda is preserving the Earth’s resources by salvaging barren farmland. Each year on April 22, Earth Day raises awareness of the importance of safeguarding the environment.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 19, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The Church of Scientology Los Angeles hosted a family fun day April 17 to make the holiday memorable for local families. L. Ron Hubbard Way was filled with music and laughter with some 5,000 guests from across Los Angeles joining parishioners and staff of the Church of Scientology for a joyful Easter celebration.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 14, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Churches promoted drug education on World Health Day April 7, with seminars, presentations and drug education distribution events to prevent drug abuse and overdose deaths. With a powerful new synthetic opioid known as ISO (isotonitazene) leaving disaster in its wake, the need for effective drug education and prevention has never been greater than now.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 11, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — State and city officials joined Scientologists, friends and community leaders from across Los Angeles in East Hollywood April 9 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the dedication of L. Ron Hubbard Way, named for the Founder of the Scientology religion. City and state officials who took part in the original dedication were among the crowd celebrating the milestone.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 6, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Seven years ago this month, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated Nepal. A Scientology Volunteer Minister led rescue workers, Scouts and volunteers who arrived from across the world on a mission to save lives. Sharma acted as interpreter for Los Topos, the famous Mexican search and rescue team.
| From: Church of Scientology
MADRID, Spain, April 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Volunteers from the Scientology Churches and Missions of Spain and the nonprofit Fundacion Mejora reach out to their communities with The Way to Happiness to improve the quality of life.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 31, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — March 25 was International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade. Churches of Scientology mark this day by raising awareness of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. And with good reason.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 29, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — At an open house at the Church of Scientology Amsterdam earlier this month, held in commemoration of World Civil Defense Day, Volunteer Minister Jan-Maarten Kruijt introduced those attending to the Scientology Volunteer Ministers program. He shared how he and a Christian priest worked together to help Uganda communities overcome challenges and increase sustainability.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 21, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — With its reputation as a hub for the entire community, the Church of Scientology of the Valley looks forward to helping neighbors turn the post-COVID new normal into “flourish and prosper.” The Church of Scientology of the Valley is featured in an episode of “Destination Scientology.”
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 19, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The United Nations created International Day of Happiness, March 20, because happiness is a fundamental human goal. But is there something that can help transform the desire for happiness into its accomplishment?
| From: Church of Scientology
TAMPA, Fla., March 16, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dedicated March 13, 2011, in honor of the birthday of Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, the home of the Church of Scientology Tampa is a complex known as Ybor Square. More than a treasured cultural landmark, the building evokes an entire way of life.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 12, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Millions across the globe celebrate March 13, L. Ron Hubbard’s birthday, to honor the man who has touched their lives in countless ways. This year marks the 70th anniversary of Scientology, the world’s youngest major religion, adding another dimension to the celebration.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 9, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard once wrote, “I like to help others and count it as my greatest pleasure in life to see a person free himself of the shadows which darken his days.” In honor of L. Ron Hubbard’s birthday, March 13, you are invited to watch a film on the Scientology Network that may very well change your life.
| From: Church of Scientology
LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 4, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In honor of International Women’s Day, Scientology Network is proud to present a marathon of shows featuring extraordinary women from diverse cultures and nations. First observed in 1911, International Women’s Day is commemorated annually on March 8.
