December 30, 2002
United States Most Religious Among Wealthy Nations, Survey Says
A recently released study found that wealthier nations tend to place less importance on religion--with the exception of the United States--than poorer nations.
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December 29, 2002
"Cloning" Report Raises Ethical Questions
The announcement that a human being has been "cloned" by a group of scientists--a claim for which no evidence has yet been seen--rekindles interest in, and speculation about, how far science can and should go to alleviate human suffering.
December 16, 2002
Adventist Leaders Support Efforts to Educate Girls in 25 Countries
A new United Nations campaign to place girls into schools in 25 priority countries drew reactions from Seventh-day Adventist Church leaders last week.
December 16, 2002
Adventists Respond to Looming Famine in Africa
A carpenter in Malawi has given up making cupboards. With a famine hitting his country, he now only builds coffins.
December 16, 2002
Chile: Religious Freedom Conference Aims to Teach Children Tolerance
Teaching children about tolerance and respect was the focus of recent discussions with Seventh-day Adventist Church representatives, the International Religious Liberty Association and government officials in Chile.
December 16, 2002
President Addresses World Church, Shares Hopes For New Year
Reflecting on issues that are a concern to many people around the world, Pastor Jan Paulsen, president of the Seventh-day Adventist world church, expressed his hopes for peace and tolerance and spoke against war and violence.