# Religion

Lutherans Ask Forgiveness for 16th-century Persecutions

Leaders of the Lutheran World Federation have approved a statement apologising for the 16th-century persecution by Lutherans of Anabaptists, religious reformers whose successors are found in groups such as the Mennonites.

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Former Nun Unites All Religions with a Charter for Compassion

Karen's wish was granted, as she won the TED prize last year, and put the money to work in seeking and receiving input from thousands of people across the world about what should be included in the Charter for Compassion. She then gathered together eighteen very prominent world religious leaders who spent many more weeks writing drafts of the charter.

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University Rallies to Give Shoes to 4000 Iraqi Children

Soon thousands of Iraqi children will have new shoes – in time for winter - thanks to the efforts of Oral Roberts University students, faculty, and staff. After the school (ORU) raised the money, students in the school of business took over negotiating the best price for the shoes.

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Christian Group Encourages Recycling

The ministry of Tri Robinson, a former biology teacher and Christian leader in Idaho is the belief that to focus on Scripture is to combat global warming and save the Earth.

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Christianity Today Stands Behind Wiccan Widow

A war widow has asked the US Veterans Administration to engrave a Wiccan religious symbol on her husband's grave. Of 30 symbols approved by the VA -- including one for atheists and humanists -- none is allowed for Wicca. She now fights for inclusion.

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U.S. Muslim Scholars Issue Edict Against Terrorism

Muslim scholars from the United States and Canada have issued a "fatwa" against terrorism. While many American Muslim groups have repeatedly condemned acts of religious extremism, the new edict carries the weight of an official judicial ruling.

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Dubai Tours Offer Positive View of Islam

Dubai's leaders are funding mosque tours for Western visitors that aim to clear up misconceptions about Islam, especially that the religion condones violence. The tours have become hugely popular.

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Catholic Charities Guts 1000th Home for Elderly and Disabled in New Orleans

After nearly a year of helping elderly and disabled homeowners begin the clean-up process in flood-ravaged New Orleans, Catholic Charities volunteers will gut their 1,000th home Wednesday.