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California Missions-an Ideal Historical Trip By: John Smith
Before taking down any kind of travel long or short it is very important to do a well research about the place to be visited. The internet has become the easiest means for gathering any kind of information about the place. The history, architecture, churches of importance to visit and the visiting hours etc., everything is available in the internet.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-04-23)
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Organizing Spiritual Retreats By: John Smith
If you've been given the responsibility of planning a spiritual retreat, follow this basic guide for a successful trip.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-04-13)
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Spiritual Retreats: The Path To Finding Yourself By: John Smith
The daily demands of life puts a crushing burden on most people. Everyone moves from one activity to another without any breaks or respite. Everybody engages in the same activities day after day. Even weekends and holidays take on the appearance of a chore. This hectic lifestyle isn't one just lived by professionals. School and college students, professionals, stay-at-home mothers and even the elderly can become burdened by the monotony of their lives.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-04-09)
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Choosing Funeral Services For A Memorial By: Mark Spenser
If you are organizing a traditional memorial service as per the customs of your religion, the service will most likely be held at your place of worship. In this case, the leader of the congregation there will most likely conduct the service. On the other hand, if you are having a non-religious memorial service, you can have it at a funeral home and any one can officiate the service. Usually, a close and loved one of the deceased is chosen for the purpose.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-04-09)
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Worshipping The Many Forms Of The Devi By: Chetan Merchant
The Goddess Durga, according to Hindu scripture, is the manifestation of the feminine side of the divine. In many different incarnations, she uses her strength and sagacity to rid the universe of evil. Devi pooja, or worship of the goddess, therefore, is a very important part of the scared duties of a pious Hindu. Here is some useful information about the most prominent incarnations of the Goddess, and the reasons to worship her.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-04-07)
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Missions Of California -an Amalgamation Of Religion And Tourism By: Massimo Felix
They educated the locals, taught them livelihood means like rearing of cattle and masonry work. They taught only one group at a time, making them settled in the nearby lands of the missionary building. Once their particular mission was over, they turned into newer areas in search of newer indigenous settlements.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-04-07)
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Missions Of California - The Founding Steps By: Mark Spenser
Missions are important historical architectures scattered around California. They were built by the Spanish priests in the early 18th century and these served as the conversion centers of the locals into Christianity. The lands of the Churches were given to the locals after their downfall and they form the landings of California. These form the crux of tourism today as most of the tourist goes to California only to visit them.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-04-06)
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Missions Of California - An Early Message Of Christianity By: John Smith
These missions were founded by the Spanish in the late 18th century. Their primary aim was to spread Christianity among the people of America. This was the first attempt made by the Spanish to make America their colony and these missions building set up were 21 in number. Missions were both religious and military in nature.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-04-06)
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Everything You Need To Know About Spiritual Retreats By: Todd Dawson
Going for a retreat can be beneficial to your physical, mental and spiritual health. A retreat is capable of bringing about positive changes in your life by helping you achieve inner peace. The world is at war and it is important to get away from the chaos of our surroundings to a place of serenity so that you have the ability to create positive effects in your environment.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-03-31)
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Missions Of California: A History By: Todd Dawson
During the 17th century, when new territories were being annexed, Spanish Franciscan priests started building religious and military stations in California. The purpose of this effort was to spread the message of Christianity among the local community there, mainly the Native Americans. From 1769 to 1833, the Catholic priests built 21 such outposts throughout the region.(read entire article)(posted on: 2015-03-26)
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