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National Day of Prayer ~ Thursday, May 3
On Thursday, May 3, people across the country will join together in prayer to lift up the well being of our nation, our leaders, our armed forces, and our future.
Since the establishment of the United States, our nation has succeeded because of the faith and prayers of its founding fathers, leaders, and people. In 1775, when we were on the brink of birth as a nation, the Continental Congress asked the colonies to pray for wisdom in creating this new country. Ever since that time, prayer has been an integral part of our foundation and progress: read more…
Blockbuster Case in Education Goes to the U.S. Supreme Court
Four years ago, Chad Farnan was a high school student at Capistrano High School in Orange County, CA. Day after day, he would attend his Advanced Placement European History class and have to endure anti-religious statements from his teacher, such as, “When you put on your Jesus glasses, you can’t see the truth.” Chad realized that this offensive speech was an attack on religion and thus violated his First Amendment rights.
He came to Advocates for help, and we have brought this case before several different Courts. read more…
The 9/11 Cross – Offensive or Inspiring?
Ten years ago on September 11, the most devastating act of terrorism on American soil took place when two planes crashed into the World Trade Center in New York City. When the rubble fell to the ground, two steel beams remained, and they formed the shape of a cross.
Some would call this a reminder from God – that he endures through tragedy, and that he is with us through all circumstances. However, one group – The American Atheists – have filed a lawsuit saying that the “the 9/11 Cross” should not be included in a Memorial being constructed on the site of the incident. read more…