Archive - Carrie Brown McWhorter
Federal legislation on hate crimes a concern for pulpits
As a congressional conference committee seeks compromise on the Defense Authorization Act for 2008, hate crimes legislation attached to the bill continues to concern some political and religious leaders. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Nov 27, 2007
Topic: Family, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality, Citizenship, Legislation
ALCAP adds Web resources to help with battle against gambling, alcohol
With the launch of a new Web site, increased demand for its educational program and an upcoming legislative session, Alabama Citizens Action Program (ALCAP) Executive Director Dan Ireland believes the organization is well positioned to continue its work as “Alabama’s moral compass” long into the future. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Nov 26, 2007 - (2)
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Addictions, Gambling, Substance Abuse
Fruits, veggies can fend off heart disease, stroke, some cancers
I have trouble chewing.”
“Food just doesn’t taste the same anymore.”
“It’s hard to cook for one person.”
“I’m just not that hungry anymore.” more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Oct 15, 2007
Topic: Family, Elderly, Living, Health
Dementia affects whole family; churches have chance to minister
The first signs may seem minor — lost car keys, a misplaced checkbook. But then a kitchen fire caused by a pot forgotten on the stove or an angry reaction to not being able to find the right word makes it clear this is no minor problem and may, in fact, be a sign of dementia. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Oct 15, 2007
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Elderly, Living, Health
Physical, spiritual strengthening work together for quality of life
When the author of 3 John wrote that his prayer for the early believers was to “enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well” (3 John 1:2), he emphasized a connection between body and spirit that Bobby Butler teaches daily. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Oct 15, 2007
Topic: Family, Elderly, Living, Health
Eating ‘whatever they want’
Food advertisements and product labels boldly proclaim “reduced fat,” “sugar-free” and “low sodium,” but how much attention are consumers really paying to what they eat each day? more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Oct 15, 2007
Balanced diet, exercise lead to fuller life, experts say
Martha Brown considers herself pretty savvy when it comes to preventive medical care. In her 60 years, she has reared four children, cared for aging parents and watched over the health of her husband and herself. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Oct 15, 2007
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