In a Thanksgiving proclamation, issued March 23, 1798, President John Adams asked for “His infinite grace, through the Redeemer of the World, freely to remit all our offenses, and to incline us by His Holy Spirit to that sincere repentance and reformation.” Adams’ Thanksgiving proclamation enlisted the Almighty not only the cosmic struggles but the…

I know I shouldn’t choose amongst the many great features on Beliefnet but whenever I’m personally feeling down, this is the spot on Beliefnet I visit: the Gratitude Circle started by member DariaMcB in September 2000 — and is still going strong. As a Thanksgiving ritual, read what other people are grateful for. It will…

UPDATE: A court found Lori Drew guilty of three misdemeanor counts in the MySpace suicide case. But I hope that in focusing on the legal issues, we don’t lose sight of the blood-curdling ethical aspects. Consider this account about the trial on Wired.com: Ashley Grills [a former employee of Lori Drew, who was given immunity…

Instant classic. Feist depicts the angel responding to the prayers of Stephen Colbert, on his Christmas special. Perfect casting:Due to increased prayer amounts,Seraphim will have delaysServicing thy prayer accountsFor the next 5 million days The Colbert ReportMon – Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c A Colbert Christmas: Feist Sings Ron Paul InterviewBob Barr Interview Green ScreenBill O’Reilly…

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