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Bangladesh court again rejects bail for Hindu leader who led rallies

DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — A court in southeastern Bangladesh on Thursday rejected a plea for bail by a jailed Hindu leader who led large rallies in the Muslim-majority country demanding better security for minority groups. Krishna Das Prabhu, 39, faces sedition charges after he led huge rallies in the southeastern city of Chattogram. Hindu groups say there have been thousands of attacks against Hindus since early August, when the secular government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was overthrown. Prabhu didn’t appear at the hearing, during which Chattogram Metropolitan Sessions ...

Consider God’s plan for your life this year

Why do people make New Year’s resolutions? It’s an interesting tradition, isn’t it? The turn of the calendar year feels like a clean start and a chance to do things differently: eat better, exercise more consistently, quit bad habits, learn something new, become better at time management, recommit to mornings with God, quit an addiction, etc., etc., etc.! Whether it’s for better physical, mental or spiritual health, financial breakthrough, stronger relationships or increased opportunities, it seems we all make resolutions because we want something better in life. That is, ...

Local church briefs

Worship in the Woods LOCK HAVEN — Every Friday and Saturday night during December from 6-9 p.m., everyone is invited to come to the Big Woods Bible Church parking lot to enjoy a display of lights celebrating the true meaning of Christmas. Each service runs for 30 minutes during the 6-9 p.m. time frame. Big Woods Bible Church is located at 241 S. Hanna St., Lock Haven. Worship services SALONA — Mt. Bethel/Salona United Church of Christ invites you to worship service each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Churches alternate services between the two locations. Dec. 29 service will be at ...

Finding Faith: Finding joy

Joy to the world the Lord has come, Let earth receive her king. Let every heart prepare Him room, And Heaven and nature sing, And Heaven and nature sing, And Heaven and Heaven and nature sing! “Joy to the world” is one of my favorite hymns to sing during the Christmas season. When I hear ...

Local Church Briefs

Live Nativity Services WINGATE — Wingate Faith Church will once again present A Live Nativity — The Reason for the Season — on Dec. 21 and 22, 2024. There will be two shows each evening, at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The Live Nativity is a 20 minute pre-recorded presentation with narration, beautiful Christmas music, live actors and live animals. Bleacher seating is available or you may bring your own lawn chair. Dress warm for the outdoor temperatures and bring a cozy blanket! This is a free event that is held at the Eagle Towing and Recovery site, 1049 S. Eagle Valley Road, just ...

Young nuns: Two diverse paths to a rare life of faith

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Less than 1% of Catholic nuns in the United States today are 30 or younger. Seyram Adzokpa and Zoey Stapleton are two of the young women who have made the rare decision to join a religious community and begin the long process to become nuns. Here are their ...