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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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Can Pakistan's Nonviolent Past Save Its Future?

In the aftermath of the assassination of Benazir Bhutto, an episode of Pakistani history may provide hope for the future

Related Topics: Faiths, Islam, Terrorism, khan, non violent conflict resolution, Islamic, British colonial rule, rich spiritual tradition, Pakistan, superior weapon sounds, lawless border regions

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'The Challenge Goes Out to All American Muslims'

Four Muslim Americans discuss the issues facing Muslims in today's post-9/11 landscape, and see a positive future ahead.

Related Topics: Faiths, Islam, Community, Muslim, Muslim Women, Muslims, extremist thoughts, persecuted minority, dont work, Terrorism, physical safety

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'We Are What We Do'

ISNA's new president Ingrid Mattson says American Muslims' 'special obligations' are as important now as when 9/11 occurred.

Related Topics: Faiths, Islam, Terrorism, religious leaders, Human Rights, Muslim Women, American society, Community, obligation American, umbrella organization thats, Muslim

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A Passion for His Presence

These 12 trend-setting music ministers have one aim-to bring listeners to a deeper place of worship.

Related Topics: Entertainment, Music, Worship, leading worship, worship leader, Music Ministry, music pioneers, worship songs, god, baby boy, gospel artist

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The Emerging Republican Theocracy?

The GOP has succeeded in mingling theology, popular culture, and theocracy, says a former architect of the Republican majority.

Related Topics: News, Politics, Political, Religious, Church, mdash, Religious Right, political party, evangelical churches, Theocracy, Theology, churchstate separation

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Score One More for Women Imams

With my leading a mixed congregation--including a Grand Mufti--in prayer, another step was taken to legitimizing women imams.

Related Topics: Faiths, Islam, Prayer, Women Imams, Muslim, grand mufti, bars women, Leadership, leadership positions, woman officiating, mufti, communitys commitment

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Islam Through the Front Door

Asra Nomani, founder of the Muslim Women's Freedom Tour, explains her effort to find a place for women in Islam.

Related Topics: Faiths, Islam, Prayer, prayer service, Muslim, womens place, Women, prayer hall, Islamic Studies, Social Justice, Community

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