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First confirmation class at Flowing Forth United Methodist Church in Aurora
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First confirmation class at Flowing Forth United Methodist Church in Aurora

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With laying on of hands by family members and mentors, Jason Howard of Batavia, foreground, is confirmed as a member of Flowing Forth United Methodist Church in Aurora Sunday. Five Batavia youth comprised the church’s first confirmation class since Flowing Forth was formed in October 2018 in a merger of...

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Hesham Shehab
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Antisemitism exists on all sides of political spectrum

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In the wake of the shooting at the San Diego-area synagogue in California Saturday, April 27, which left one worshiper dead and two wounded, and the ongoing outcry against an anti-Semitic cartoon published in The New York Times, we are reminded that antisemitism exists on all sides of the political...

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National Day of Prayer May 2 sponsored by Aurora Christian Ministry Network

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The National Day of Prayer in Aurora, 9:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, May 2, will have planned stop for a prayer focus. The event is set to take place rain or shine. Umbrellas have been utilized in the past. Neighborhood walks are for 7 a.m. or 7 p.m., or...

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A helicopter drops candy-filled eggs in Faith Lutheran's ninth annual event in Aurora. The crowd was so large that even with no more than 10 to a child, the supply of 15,000 was exhausted. See page 20. A video of the event can be viewed at facebook.com/ thevoice.us
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Ninth annual candy-filled Easter egg drop by helicopter

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A helicopter drops candy-filled eggs in Faith Lutheran’s ninth annual event, April 20 in Aurora near the intersection of Eola Road and ‪Liberty Street‬. The crowd was so large that even with no more than 10 to a child, the supply of 15,000 was exhausted.  The idea for the egg...

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A "Way of the Cross" prayer service at the Planned Parenthood facility in Aurora Friday drew more than 450 individuals on Good Friday, April 19, to pray the Way of the Cross for Victims of Abortion. Bishop Daniel Conlon of the Diocese of Joliet led the service. It was one of the largest pro-life events held at Planned Parenthood Aurora since its opening in 2007. Pro-Life Action League photo
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“Way of the Cross” prayer service in Aurora on Good Friday

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A “Way of the Cross” prayer service at the Planned Parenthood facility in Aurora Friday drew more than 450 individuals on Good Friday, April 19, to pray the Way of the Cross for Victims of Abortion. Bishop Daniel Conlon of the Diocese of Joliet led the service. It was one...

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Actors portray the walk to Gethsemane where Jesus is nailed to the cross, along with two thieves in an annual passion play in Plano each Good Friday. Submitted photo
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Passion play in Plano Good Friday

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Actors portray the walk to Gethsemane where Jesus is nailed to the cross, along with two thieves in an annual passion play in Plano each Good Friday. Submitted photo The Good Friday Via Crusis/Living Stations of the Cross are a tradition at St. Mary Parish in Plano and feature a...

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Understanding of nonconformist Jesus true resurrection

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“In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” — George Orwell When exposing a crime is treated as committing a crime, you are being ruled by criminals. In the current governmental climate, where laws that run counter to the dictates of the U.S. Constitution are...

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Meaning of Good Friday prior to Easter personal exploration

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Good Friday this year, it was more than 150 years since Abraham Lincoln’s death. Had he lived to finish his second term, the history of the United States would no doubt have been far different. Some historians believe that if Lincoln had lived, he would probably have been more successful...

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Signs across the street from Wayside Cross Ministries, 215 E. New York Street, Aurora, call attention to the residence of a convicted murderer recently let out of prison after completing his 35-year term. Emotions have run high the last two weeks. Protesters, between 35 to 40, held a rally Friday, April 5. They crossed the street and walked to City Hall and the Water Street Mall for another rally. Carter Crane/The Voice
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Protest of convicted murder living at Wayside Cross Ministries in downtown Aurora

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Signs across the street from Wayside Cross Ministries, 215 E. New York Street, Aurora, call attention to the residence of a convicted murderer recently let out of prison after completing his 35-year term. Emotions have run high the last two weeks. Protesters, between 35 to 40, held a rally Friday,...

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Most difficult calling: Grace for everyone, even unworthy

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By Deena Sherman –  Practicing Christianity is not easy. Jesus’ words in scripture warn us of that repeatedly. So as my heart breaks for those whose lives were directly affected by the evil acts of Tom Kokoraleis in 1981-1982, I am reminded of the most difficult calling of Christians: To...

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Responses to criticism from Wayside Cross in Aurora

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A response to recent news articles: Wayside Cross Ministries (WCM) did not seek out Thomas Kokoraleis upon his release from prison. He came to us seeking our help. Ours being a Bible-based, Christ-centered ministry, we are mandated by our Lord Jesus Christ to love our neighbors. According to Luke 10:25-37,...

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Oswego residents Barbara and Rick Kayer, right, Sunday receive Oswego's Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist United Methodist Women 2019 Service Award. Presenters, left, are Carol Dodd, Yorkville; and Janet McCarty, Oswego, Church of Good Shepherd UMW president. Al Benson/The Voice
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United Methodist Women 2019 Service Award presented to Barbara and Rick Kayer

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Oswego residents Barbara and Rick Kayer, right, Sunday receive Oswego’s Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist United Methodist Women 2019 Service Award. Presenters, left, are Carol Dodd, Yorkville; and Janet McCarty, Oswego, Church of Good Shepherd UMW president. Al Benson/The Voice...

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Rabbi Edward Friedman gives remarks in front of windows representing the 12 tribes of Israel during a “Meet Your Jewish Neighbor” program Sunday at Temple B’nai Israel in Aurora. Al Benson/The Voice
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“Meet Your Jewish Neighbor” program at Temple B’nai Israel in Aurora

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Rabbi Edward Friedman gives remarks in front of windows representing the 12 tribes of Israel during a “Meet Your Jewish Neighbor” program Sunday at Temple B’nai Israel in Aurora. Al Benson/The Voice...

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One A-Chord choir sings at Oswego's Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist's UMW 150 years of service observance Sunday, March 24. Sue Gilla of Aurora supplied organ and piano music. Guest preacher was Dottie Priddy of Channahon, former Aurora District UMW president. Al Benson/The Voice
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Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist’s UMW 150 years of service observance

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One A-Chord choir sings at Oswego’s Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist’s UMW 150 years of service observance Sunday, March 24. Sue Gilla of Aurora supplied organ and piano music. Guest preacher was Dottie Priddy of Channahon, former Aurora District UMW president. Al Benson/The Voice...

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The Islamic Foundation in Villa Park remembers and prays for the victims and families of the New Zealand Mosque shooting Sunday. The Islamic Foundation is at 300 W. Highridge in Villa Park. The theme was: Come join us in prayer and stand united with us against hate. We show solidarity with those who were lost in New Zealand in a brazen Islamophobic act. Mohammad Imran Khan, 37, owner of a restaurant in New Zealand, was one of 50 killed in the shooting. His family attends The Islamic Foundation. Nate Sippel photo
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Peace and Unity vigil in Villa Park:

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The Islamic Foundation in Villa Park remembers and prays for the victims and families of the New Zealand Mosque shooting Sunday. The Islamic Foundation is at 300 W. Highridge in Villa Park. The theme was: Come join us in prayer and stand united with us against hate. We show solidarity...

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Fasting and Feasting: 40 ways, days, to the Golden Rule

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Spiritual and religious themes are relevant in the Spring, a time of planting seeds, growth, rebirth. They coincide. Firm roots, greenery developed from the brown, care, and nurturing, offer hope and positive thoughts. It is cyclical. Tending to religious matters is personal. Most serious religions offer a consistent strain of...

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Vocalist at Trinity Episcopal Church in Aurora March 17

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Trinity Episcopal Church, 218 East Benton Street, Aurora, 2019 Concert Series will present Paul Kraus and a St. Patrick’s Celebration and Cabaret Gregory Gyllsdorff, accompanist. They will play Irish songs starting at 3 p.m. Sunday March 17. Suggested donation is $25, cash or check only. Money raised will help benefit...

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Fired CNN contributor speaker at American Muslim event

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By Hesham Shehab –  Recently-fired CNN contributor Marc Lamont Hill will be keynote speaker for a Chicago-based group the Israel government recently declared “terrorists in suits.” Hill, who was fired as a contributor for CNN following a speech at the United Nations where he used the anti-Israel eliminationist rhetoric “from the...

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