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GALLERY

Bible Road Signs of Faith in the American Landscape

If the high price of gasoline is keeping you close to home this summer, take our virtual road trip with documentary photographer Sam Fentress. In a project that spanned 25 years, he took pictures of religious signs in 49 states.

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GALLERY

Who's Who: Fallen Religious Leaders

Beliefnet's gallery of fallen religious leaders including Father Alberto Cutié, the beloved Cuban-American leader of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Miami, who shocked his followers when paparazzi photos showed him kissing and cuddling a woman on the beach and Ted Haggard, the evangelical leader of New Life Church in Colorado Springs, who admitted he was guilty of "sexual immorality" and had purchased methamphetamine from a gay prostitute.

Related Topics: Ted Haggard, Father Albert Cutié, Community, Money, Prison, offense, Abuse Scandal, extravagant lifestyle, Leader, boarding schools, donation money, yoga center

ARTICLE

Crunchy Con

Rod Dreher blogs about religion, culture, and politics for Beliefnet.

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GALLERY

Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders 2007

Whether inspiring their congregations to stand up against social injustice or urging a focus on God-centered family values, African-American 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 African-American spiritual leaders. 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.

Related Topics: Role Model, Spiritual, Leader, african american, religious leaders, affordable housing, Women, spiritual values, best selling author, spiritual leaders, Social

GALLERY

Gallery Sacred Spaces Across America

A house of worship is a spiritual home, a community center, a place of prayer--and, often, a work of art. The book "House of Worship" offers a glimpse into some of the most interesting and original houses of worship in the United States.

Related Topics: Faith Communities, Gallery, Church, Buddha, Buddhism, Islam, Earth, Sacred Travel, Power Spots, Christianity, Mulitfaith, Judaism, Jewish, Muslim, interior, Presbyterian Church, Islamic Cultural Center, Temple, Buddhist Temple, Saints Chapel, prayer niche, chapel, plaza entry angles

VIDEO

Papal Visit: Choir Pays Tribute

A local choir puts their own spin on a welcome for Pope Benedict XVI, to the tune of "We Will Rock You." (Papal coverage from WTTG-Fox5 and myfoxdc.com in Washington, DC)

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GALLERY

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.

Related Topics: Role Model, Spiritual, Church, Women, religious leaders, spiritual values, congregation, black spiritual leaders, Leader, influential black, social justice congregations

GALLERY

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.

Related Topics: Faiths, African-American, Black Americans, Spiritual, Church, Women, religious leaders, spiritual values, congregation, black spiritual leaders, Leader, influential black, social justice congregations