Archive for July, 2009
Webcast: Fight Againt Poverty
Spotlight Webcast: Faith Based Communities Fight Against Poverty July 29, 2009 In the latest Spotlight webcast, Michael Gerson, a nationally syndicated columnist for the Washington Post, and Mark Rodgers, principal of the Clapham Group, discuss the role of faith-based organizations in shaping anti-poverty policy. Gerson and Rodgers, both co-founders of the bipartisan group, The Poverty [...]
Iran’s war on women
By Loredana Vuoto When it comes to democracy and freedom, Iranian women and voters are null and void. This was most clearly seen in Iran’s recent election whereby results were rigged in favor of current President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. Iranian authorities arrested hundreds of activists protesting Iran’s fraudulent June 12 elections, in which Ahmadinejad—backed by the [...]
The Poverty Forum
The Poverty Forum is composed of a select group of leaders and policy experts representing divergent political perspectives but sharing biblical values surrounding God’s concern for the poor and a commitment to address poverty. Through constructive dialogue about domestic poverty issues, the Forum has built consensus around a set of practical, common-ground policy solutions that [...]
Amazing Grace
In 1797, William Wilberforce, the great crusader for the British abolition of slavery, is taking a vacation for his health even while he is more sick at heart for his frustrated cause. However, meeting the charming Barbara Spooner, Wilberforce finds a soul mate to share the story of his struggle. With few allies, such as [...]
Open Doors USA
Millions of Christians around the world face daily the possible destruction of their property, their families and their very lives. For over 50 years, Open Doors has pursued a singular purpose: to stand with the persecuted church… building their courage, meeting their needs, sharing their stories and championing their faith. The mission of Open Doors [...]
The Jonas Brothers
In this concert film, from the same director as “Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour,” you follow the Jonas Brothers as they cross the country on their “Burning Up Tour.” The movie was filmed in Disney Digital 3-D and will only be shown in Digital 3D. Demi Lovato and Taylor Swift guest [...]
Bella
An international soccer star is on his way to sign a multi-million dollar contract when something happens that brings his career to an abrupt end. A waitress, struggling to make it in New York City, discovers something about herself that she’s unprepared for. In one irreversible moment, their lives are turned upside down…until an impetuous [...]
Faith and Law
Faith & Law is a volunteer, nonprofit organization that helps congressional staff better understand the implications of the Christian worldview for their calling to the public square, through monthly lectures, bimonthly reading groups and the semi-annual “Great Objects Day” conference. The Clapham Group: Provides a funding base through grant research, application and network maintenance Coordinates [...]
