Justice Department Settles Claims Against Toms River, New Jersey Over Zoning Code That Restricts Houses of Worship
Posted by: News_Desk on 03/10/2021 09:08 PM
Washington, D.C... The Justice Department today announced an agreement with the Township of Toms River, New Jersey, to resolve allegations that the Township violated the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) by severely restricting where houses of worship can locate within its jurisdiction.
One Year Anniversary of The Ministry House in Avery
Posted by: thepinetree on 03/08/2021 06:30 PM
Avery, CA...March 8th Update for The Ministry House. Today is the 1st anniversary of The Ministry House (It is also the 23rd anniversary of New Life Worship Ministries!) We are delighted, so thankful for our community's help in spreading the word that we're here to help. Freely we receive and freely we give.
Executive Order on the Establishment of the White House Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships
Posted by: thepinetree on 02/15/2021 04:20 PM
Washington, DC...By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in order to better serve people in need through partnerships with civil society, while preserving our fundamental constitutional commitments, it is hereby ordered:
Statement from President-elect Biden on Religious Freedom Day, 1/16/21
Posted by: News_Desk on 01/19/2021 03:03 PM
Washington, DC.... Two hundred and thirty-five years ago, the Virginia General Assembly passed Thomas Jefferson’s landmark Statute for Religious Freedom, laying a foundation of liberty to be enshrined in our Constitution and passed down through the generations. Today, Religious Freedom Day, is a symbol of that commitment — and a reminder that the work of protecting religious freedom, for people of all faiths and none, is never finished.
Washington, D.C.... The First Lady and I send our warmest wishes to all Americans as we celebrate Christmas. While our gatherings might look different than in years past, this Christmas, like every Christmas, is an opportunity for us to celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and show our heartfelt gratitude for the abundant blessings God has bestowed upon our lives and country.
Angels Camp Says Goodbye to the Amani Children's Choir & Help the Choir Return Home to Uganda
Posted by: thepinetree on 08/02/2020 10:24 PM
Angels Camp, CA...A couple of weeks ago we had the pleasure to catch one of the last concerts performed (Outside) before they started their journey to get back home to Uganda. Their's is a heartwarming COVID-19 story. The normal plan for the Amani Choir is for them to come over to the U.S. every other year for a series of concerts as outreach and to support their ministry in Uganda.
New Guidance For Places of Worship, Hair and Barbershops to Reopen Safely
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/28/2020 10:04 AM
San Andreas, CA...On Monday May 25, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom issued guidance to places of worship and providers of religious services and cultural ceremonies on how they can safely reopen during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. While the guidance itself does not obligate places of worship to resume in-person services, it is strongly recommended that they continue remote services and other related activities for groups who are most at risk for sever COVID-19 illness.
Counties Statewide Can Reopen Places of Worship for Religious Services and Retail Stores
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/25/2020 04:22 PM
Sacramento, CA...The California Department of Public Health today announced the statewide reopening of places of worship for religious services and in-store retail shopping. Modifications are required to keep Californians safe and limit the spread of COVID-19. Subject to approval by county public health departments, all retail stores can reopen for in-store shopping under previously issued guidelines. Under new guidance, places of worship can hold religious services and funerals that limit attendance to 25% of a building's capacity – or up to 100 attendees, whichever is lower – upon approval by the county department of public health.
Refuge Church in Angels Camp is Bringing Church to You Today
Posted by: thepinetree on 05/24/2020 08:42 AM
Angels Camp, CA...Refuge Church in Angels Camp is Bringing Church to You Today. In person COVID-19 Social Distancing & Sanitized services begin May 31st.