These New Jersey “bread breakers” began a sandwich ministry during the pandemicPlus faith-based movies nominated for Oscars, jail ministries and more headlinesHi ReligionUnplugged readers, What do you do when a pandemic closes your church’s doors? Make sandwiches! That was the answer, at least, for the New Dover United Methodist Church in Edison, New Jersey, who have til date made nearly 100,000 sandwiches and delivered them to the hungry in surrounding areas. Those who’ve led the program told reporter Tracy Simmons how important they believe it is to reach out to those in the community who have needs and do their best to help — you won’t want to miss this story. You may have noticed that many Oscar nominations, announced last week, are about people of faith and religious themes. The movie with the most nominations, “The Power of the Dog,” is a slow-burn Western that takes its name and meaning from Psalm 22. Culture reporter Jillian Cheney explains its significance here. See you next week! If you like what you read, share this with your family and friends. Bread Breakers: New Jersey Church Finds Creative Way To Do Ministry During PandemicOscar-Nominated 'The Power Of The Dog' Gets Its Title From A Famous Psalm by Jillian Cheney
Jail Ministries Find Ways To Reach Incarcerated Amid Pandemic by Steve Rabey
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OpinionNot Just Nostalgia: Some Pandemic-Weary Souls Want To Make Sunday A Day Of Rest AgainIn Friday’s Weekend Plug-In column, Bobby Ross Jr. explores the old — and new again — concept of a weekly day of rest. Plus, catch up, as always, on all the best reads and top headlines in the world of faith. Don’t forget! You can subscribe to receive Bobby’s column early on Fridays for only $5 a month. Click the button below to subscribe! Which Is A More 'Christian' Chant: 'Let's Go Brandon!' Or 'Pray For Biden!' by Terry Mattingly Entering A Religion-Beat Minefield: What Is The Proper Definition Of The Word 'Cult'? by Richard Ostling Don’t miss our latest podcastThe Students’ Islamic Organization's Fight Against COVID InequalitiesSyed Azharuddin is part of the Students’ Islamic Organization or SIO. During the pandemic many college students studying out of hostels away from home were stranded by the lockdowns. The SIO works to provide food, funds and transport to students irrespective of their religion, in an effort to combat Islamophobic inequalities along the way. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify or listen directly on our website. In case you missed itEditorial picks from our archives ‘Redeeming Love’ Combines Worst Parts Of Faith-Based And Romance Films by Joseph Holmes
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These New Jersey “bread breakers” began a sandwich ministry during the pandemic
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