On Sunday, Feb. 6 at 11:30 the Archbishop of Washington, Cardinal Donald Wuerl held mass at St. John Catholic Church and then led a procession to the newly completed St. John Catholic School at 12:45 in Hollywood.St. John has been rebuilt from the ground up and has now opened to students...

4 Comments as of 2/8/2011 9:42 PM, Last Comment by

jcozzens

Religion can be defined in broad terms basically a system of belief in a greater power that involves a set of ethical and philosophical rituals. The main religions here are based on information provided by http://www.religioustolerance.org and are briefly discussed in no particular order.

2 Comments as of 1/3/2011 2:43 PM, Last Comment by

GrainOfSalt

In a world turning increasingly into a global society, Americans are becoming more knowledgeable about the cast scope of religious beliefs across the world. Though the majority of Southern Maryland centers of worship are Christian, there is diversity among the population when it comes to religious a

3 Comments as of 1/4/2011 3:38 PM, Last Comment by

Obscure_Omen

For some, attending church is a once a week activity, a few hours out of a Sunday morning set aside to worship. Members of Christ's Church in Waldorf, however, find that as a congregation, church need not only be relegated to Sundays.

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When it comes to choosing a center of worship, Southern Marylanders have a diverse selection. Among the variety of churches to choose from is Patuxent River Assembly of God, a dynamic Christian church that offers several worship options and programs for those seeking a church home.

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With the first week of December almost past already, Christmas is on the minds of many Southern Maryland residents.

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Chanukah or Hanukah—no matter how one spells it, the eight-day festival of light more than two millennia old begins today with the lighting of the first of eight candles on the menorah, a nine-branched candelabrum.

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As one of the oldest continual Baptist parishes in Maryland, Nanjemoy Baptist Church has a rich history and heritage that serves as a testament to the legacy of faith in Southern Maryland.

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Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and residents of Southern Maryland are sure to have several things on their minds. To help get into the spirit of Thanksgiving, this Wednesday evening Grace Brethren in Calvert County invites all who wish to come to join them in a Thanksgiving Eve service.

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Whether because of the economy, bad luck or other unfortunate circumstance, many children will go without the holiday fare as Southern Maryland celebrates Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. Families in need often depend upon local churches

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As the weather turns colder and less forgiving, those who have the luxury of a warm, dry place to sleep grow more appreciative. Those who have not, however, must seek shelter wherever they can, and often rely upon the kindness of strangers for a safe night's sleep.

2 Comments as of 11/8/2010 6:49 AM, Last Comment by

PARTY-GIRL-1

Living is about more than just existing. Many people would agree that it is about experiencing what the world has to offer and making the most of it. At Living Word Community Church, congregates make the most of this philosophy through their enthusiastic Pentecostal worship and praise services

2 Comments as of 11/1/2010 3:09 PM, Last Comment by

joxmas50

On Saturday November 6, the Waldorf Seventh Day Adventist Church in Charles County will be hosting guest speaker Dr. Philip Samaan. He will be addressing the congregation on the subject of Christ's Way to Restoration 

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The bright colors, the crisp air, the smells of harvest all fill the senses this time of year as the fruits of summer's labor provide autumn's bountiful gifts. It is the time of year when reaping what is sewn is forefront in the minds of people...

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Religion is embedded in the history and culture of Southern Maryland, stemming from the first handful of Catholic colonists who landed on St. Clements Island in 1634. They were led by Lord Baltimore, who set out to establish a place where people of all religions would be free to worship.

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Spirituality is personal to each individual. The degree to which it affects one is unique, which is cause for celebration. In Lexington Park of St. Mary's County, the Unitarian Universalist Church of Southern Maryland meets every Sunday to celebrate such individual spiritual growth.

4 Comments as of 10/11/2010 8:00 AM, Last Comment by

imthareaper

Located between Waldorf and White Plains in Charles County, New Hope Church of God places a high value on families, and on meeting the needs of all people. "We are a multicultural, spirit-filled Holiness church," says Sharon Jones, First Lady of NHCOG.

1 Comment as of 9/27/2010 7:45 PM, Last Comment by

jeannedelacr

Located in Prince Frederick off Solomons Island Road, Calvert County Baptist Church comes to Calvert County as a plant of the First Baptist Church of Glenarden, which is located in Landover.   CCBC is a growing and dynamic church, and believes it is bringing to Calvert County...

1 Comment as of 9/13/2010 12:13 PM, Last Comment by

FLboy

It is not about the place where people choose to congregate, it's about the faith of those who congregate. Such is the case for BridgeWay Community Church

1 Comment as of 8/29/2010 12:10 PM, Last Comment by

ForFun

It began as an informal get-together for Jewish families in the area, but over the years, the Congregation Sha'are Shalom has grown into a full worship center with Shabbat services, a religious school, holiday observances, social events and adult education.

2 Comments as of 8/24/2010 12:35 PM, Last Comment by

nell_post