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In books, preachers send lessons beyond congregations

Southern Nevadans already know Jud Wilhite, Benny Perez and Randall Cunningham as three of the valley’s most high-profile pastors. But, during the next few weeks, Southern Nevadans can get to know them as authors, too,

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Pope clears decks with appointments, tweaks

VATICAN CITY — Pope Benedict XVI is clearing the decks of his pontificate, tweaking the rules of the conclave, finessing the religious rites used to launch the next papacy and making some eyebrow-raising final appointments before he retires next week.

St. Peter’s church to celebrate its 70th anniversary

Question: How long has St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church been in Henderson? Surprising, but true, answer: Since before, technically speaking, there even was a Henderson.

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Pledge drive’s aim: Church for St. Anthony of Padua

Parishioners of St. Anthony of Padua parish will kick off a pledge drive in mid-April to raise money for the construction of their first church building.

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Las Vegas bishop not surprised by pope’s decision

Bishop Joseph A. Pepe of the Diocese of Las Vegas said Monday that, given the physical demands that come with the position, he is not surprised that Pope Benedict XVI would choose to resign.

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First Presbyterian Church, 1515 W. Charleston Blvd., will have a Hymn Festival, featuring brass, timpani, organ and a Mass choir from local congregations, at 5 p.m. Sunday. The event is free. A goodwill offering will be taken (384-4554).

Osteen upbeat on God’s message

Joel Osteen’s is an upbeat brand of theology, heavy on hope, encouragement and empowerment.

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Ministering to MMA fighters on their own turf

Josh Boyd isn’t a mixed martial arts fighter, or an MMA coach or trainer or official, either. So, there’s no particular reason that any of the fighters gathering backstage for a recent Tuff-N-Uff MMA event at the South Point should recognize him.

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Valley churches pursue ‘Christmas-and-Easter Christians’

In ministry, they’re known, usually derisively, as “C&Es,” and if you go to church only when the people outside are dressed as shepherds or when there’s an Easter egg hunt taking place in the parking lot, feel free to count yourself among them.

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