The Christian zoo accused of backing creationism
A kitemark devised to help teachers find suitable school trip destinations has been awarded to a Christian zoo accused of promoting creationism. Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in Wraxall, near Bristol, is among the latest organisations to receive the Learning Outside the Classroom ‘quality badge’, developed by the last Government. The zoo already runs sessions for more than 15,000 pupils a year from key stage 1 to A-level. But it has attracted controversy for its views on evolution and creation, arguing that science has tried to ‘remove any notion of God from our understanding of life. This is unjustified and we look to put the case for a Creator across to those who wish to investigate,’ the zoo’s website says. James Gray, education officer at the British Humanist Association, criticised the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom, the educational charity that awards the badges, for its decision.The zoo continues to be picketed by opponents who try to discredit its work. Pray: that the work of this zoo would continue to be recognised for promoting God's truth. (Jn.8:23)
Russia: Orthodox patriarch urges Christians to pray for rain
Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill has told Christians to pray for rain as wildfires continue to spread in parts of Russia. 'The death toll has doubled and an average of 700 people have died each day in Moscow since late last week due to the smog’ reports Al Jazeera. Patriarch Kirill mourned the loss of life and destruction during a visit to one of the worst affected areas on Monday. ‘Grief has come to our nation, human lives have been lost, hundreds have lost shelter and thousands have been left without sustenance, including children. I call upon everyone to unite in prayer for rain to descend on our earth.’ Patriarch Kirill’s call coincided with the Day of the Prophet Elijah, when Orthodox Christians traditionally pray for rain. The Russian Government said the most serious fires were raging in the Ural, Volga and Central district. Pray: that God would hear and answer the cries of His people as they pray for rain. (Job.5:9-10) More:http://www.christiantoday.com/article/orthodox.patriarch.prays.for.rain.as.deadly.wildfires.rage.in.russia/26418.htm
Russia: Orthodox patriarch urges Christians to pray for rain
Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill has told Christians to pray for rain as wildfires continue to spread in parts of Russia. 'The death toll has doubled and an average of 700 people have died each day in Moscow since late last week due to the smog’ reports Al Jazeera. Patriarch Kirill mourned the loss of life and destruction during a visit to one of the worst affected areas on Monday. ‘Grief has come to our nation, human lives have been lost, hundreds have lost shelter and thousands have been left without sustenance, including children. I call upon everyone to unite in prayer for rain to descend on our earth.’ Patriarch Kirill’s call coincided with the Day of the Prophet Elijah, when Orthodox Christians traditionally pray for rain. The Russian Government said the most serious fires were raging in the Ural, Volga and Central district. Pray: that God would hear and answer the cries of His people as they pray for rain. (Job.5:9-10) More:http://www.christiantoday.com/article/orthodox.patriarch.prays.for.rain.as.deadly.wildfires.rage.in.russia/26418.htm
Russia: 'Missiles deployed' in breakaway region of Abkhazia
Russia says it has deployed S-300 anti-aircraft missiles in the breakaway region of Abkhazia in Georgia. The Georgian government - which refuses to acknowledge Abkhazia's independence - says it is ‘concerned’ by the move. The announcement comes just days after an unscheduled visit by Russian President Dmitry Medvedev to the region. Russia recognised Abkhaz independence in 2008 after winning a brief war with Georgia over nearby South Ossetia. In a statement released by the Russian government, Air Force Commander-in-chief General Alexander Zelin said the role of the missiles would be ‘anti-aircraft defence of the territory of Abkhazia and South Ossetia’. Pray: that this military build-up will not raise tensions in the Caucasus region. (Ecc.3:1-8)
