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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders 2008

Whether inspiring their congregations to stand up against social injustice or urging a focus on God-centered family values, black religious leaders are a crucial component of a rich and diverse spiritual landscape. In honor of Black History Month, Beliefnet has compiled a list of some of the nation's most influential black spiritual leaders in 2008. While by no means comprehensive, the list includes some of today's most prominent--and controversial--spiritual figures, some up-and-coming figures of note, and several individuals whose lifelong efforts have earned them a place in history.

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders

In black communities, religious leaders have historically occupied a powerful position as gurus, advocates, stewards and preachers. In honor of Black History Month, Beliefnet has compiled a list of some of the nation's most influential black spiritual leaders in 2008.

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The Gay Bishop Debate

Our complete coverage of the Episcopal Church's decision to ordain an openly gay bishop

Related Topics: News, Homosexuality, Gay Bishop, Declines Selection, Gay, homosexual church leadersBy, Bishop Harms Anglicans, Episcopal church officials, African archbishop, Episcopal Church, Bishop

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A Seismic Shift in the Episcopal Church

The 2003 ordination of an openly gay bishop was a decision that continues to send shockwaves through the Anglican Communion.

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Barbara Crafton's: Life is hard but God is Good

Where is God when we suffer? Episcopal priest and author Barbara Crafton says she doesn’t think suffering is a sign of God’s absence. See why.

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Barbara Crafton: Forgiveness Means Letting Go

How can you forgive someone who's hurt you? Episcopal priest and author Barbara Crafton explains how to let go of the past and move toward forgiveness.

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Barbara Crafton: My Favorite Parable

Episcopal priest and author Barbara Crafton describes how her favorite parable, Jesus’ story about workers in the vineyard, teaches us how to handle life's unfair moments.

Related Topics: Preachers & Teachers, Barbara Crafton, Christianity, Parable, Christian Video, Episcopal, Bible, Jesus, favorite parable, lifes unfair moments, favorite, Episcopal priest, Workers

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The Episcopal Church's Bellwether Conflict

The controversy among Episcopalians over the ordination of gay bishops is a measure of our national quandary on gay rights.

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