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Considering Zacchaeus from Chinese perspective

July 30th, 2013

When Spanish professor Kim Yunez recently attended a Christian church service in China, she was struck by how the Biblical account of Zacchaeus might settle with the Chinese audience. She writes about the experience for the July 30 Huffington Post.

Read “Zacchaeus meets Mao: reflection from a first-time visitor to a church in China.”

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Talking to children about God

July 26th, 2013

A July 24 York Daily Record story examines when it’s appropriate to talk to children about religion and God. Don Murk, chair of the education department, discusses the value of children owning their faith instead of relying on their parents’ beliefs.

Read “York County parents face tough choices teaching their kids about God.”

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Quick and healthy breakfast tips

July 17th, 2013

Susan Gilbert, registered dietitian and nutritionist at Messiah College, offers expertise on the importance of breakfast as well as some of her favorite early morning meals in a July 14 Harrisburg Patriot-News article.

Read “Area dieticians share their quick and healthy breakfast tips.”

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Too many extracurricular activities drain families’ wallets

July 17th, 2013

Erin Boyd-Soisson, professor of human development and family science at Messiah College, is the lead expert in a MainStreet.com story about the appropriateness of saying “no” to children’s requests for more extracurricular opportunities than a family can comfortably afford.

Read “How to say no to kids’ extracurriculars draining your wallet.”

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University of Pittsburgh considers discontinuing religious studies program

June 18th, 2013

Douglas Jacobsen, distinguished professor of church history and theology, commented in a June 13 Pittsburgh Tribune-Review article about the University of Pittsburgh’s consideration of closing its religious studies program.

Read “Pitt’s graduate religious studies may end up on chopping block.”

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Linda Tedford featured in The Burg

June 5th, 2013

The Burg, a local Harrisburg community newspaper, featured Linda Tedford, director of choral activities at Messiah College, in its May 24 issue.

Read “Perfect Pitch: Linda Tedford, a life in harmony.”

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Linda Tedford featured in Choral Director magazine

June 4th, 2013

Linda Tedford, director of choral activities at Messiah College, is featured in the cover story of the May 2013 issue of “Choral Director” magazine.

Read “Choral Director.”

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Professor discusses cultural perceptions of television evangelists

June 4th, 2013

Douglas Jacobsen, distinguished professor of church history and theology, is quoted in a May 29 pennlive.com story about evangelist Joel Osteen and his impact on the Christian church.

Read “Defending success and fame: Joel Osteen says his is keeping the faith.”

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Identifying religious extremists

April 29th, 2013

Douglas Jacobsen, distinguished professor of church history, is quoted in an April 28 CNN.com story that examines brands of religious extremism in light of the recent Boston Marathon bombings.

Read “When religious beliefs become evil: 4 signs.”

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Professor offers advice for breastfeeding moms

April 26th, 2013

Erin Boyd-Soisson, associate professor of human devleopment and family science, offers advice for news moms about breastfeeding in public for an April 22 QualityHealth.com article.

Read “Breastfeeding in Public: How to Have a Better Experience.” 

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