Tag: Religion and Churches

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 20, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Each year, the United Nations celebrates International Day of Happiness in recognition of the importance of happiness in the lives of people around the world. Few would challenge the importance of this oft-elusive state of mind. But is there a surefire way to achieve it? Scientology Churches across the globe say there is. And they share the secret on International Day of Happiness and throughout the year.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 13, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- March 13 is celebrated each year in Scientology Churches, Missions and groups as the anniversary of L. Ron Hubbard's birth. But it is also honored by hundreds of messages of respect, appreciation and gratitude from U.S. Congressmen, mayors, government ministries and religious and community leaders. They speak of the countless lives Mr. Hubbard has touched and uplifted the world over.

ANTAKYA, Turkey and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 8, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A team of Scientologists who are disaster response specialists from Pakistan has now joined volunteers from the Scientology Center of Tel Aviv and other emergency response-trained responders who are providing relief in Turkey. As aid pours into Turkey, the Scientology volunteers are primarily focused on seeing that supplies get into the hands of those most in need.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 2, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Sunday, February 26, bikers, low riders and Corvette club members rode through South Los Angeles in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the United in Peace Rides. Along the way, they stopped to pray for the victims of senseless violence. And, as it does each month, the Peace Ride ended at the Church of Scientology Community Center in South L.A., whose participation in each of the rides has been pivotal in the movement's success.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 1, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Growing up in Mitchel Plain wasn't easy, according to Luce-Lynn Fondling, a life skills coach and Scientology Volunteer Minister who works with community leaders, educators and both bullies and victims in schools. Drug dealers dominate her neighborhood. "There is violence everywhere," she says.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Feb. 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On February 18, 2018, thousands of Scientologists gathered for the opening of the Church of Scientology of Silicon Valley in Mountain View, California, where the language of the future is written in ones and zeros. And all are welcome to take a look inside this Scientology Church by watching "Destination: Silicon Valley" on the Scientology Network.

MELBOURNE, Australia and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 31, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For the anniversary of the dedication of the new Church of Scientology Melbourne by Scientology ecclesiastical leader Mr. David Miscavige in 2011, all are invited to learn more about the Church, its staff, and the unique character of one of the world's premiere cities by watching Destination: Scientology--Melbourne on the Scientology Network.

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Church of Scientology of Kaohsiung embarks on the Year of the Rabbit with the wish that the year brings happiness, prosperity, good fortune and peace to all. In an episode of "Destination: Scientology" on the Scientology Network, staff and members of the congregation share their love of the traditions of their country and its values and goals.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 14, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For more than 40 years, Scientology Volunteer Ministers have responded to natural and manmade disasters. And this year was no exception. The year had no sooner started than a massive mudslide devastated Quito, Ecuador.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 4, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Hundreds of committed changemakers see this new year as a turning point for South Africa. Empowered through community and economic development workshops at Castle Kyalami, Scientology headquarters in the country, they know that as they return to their communities and implement what they have learned, the impact will continue to swell, as those they empower reach out to others with the Scientology Tools for Life.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 31, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Don't miss the fun at a New Year's Day extravaganza the children will never forget. The Church of Scientology Los Angeles hosts a New Year's Day festival on L. Ron Hubbard Way in East Hollywood. All are invited to launch 2023 with a day filled with fun for the entire family.

GAUTENG, South Africa and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 28, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When Rev. Shadrack Lekoana of the Uniting Reformed Church in Southern Africa studied the Scientology Tools for Life courses, they rehabilitated his purpose and empowered him to accomplish it. Lekoana teamed up with the Church of Scientology to use these tools to end conflicts and competition among religions, which only distract religious leaders from their true vocation.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 21, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On a mild Southern California afternoon, with temperatures in the high 60s, eight tons of real snow appearing on Hollywood Boulevard would be a remarkable phenomenon. But that is exactly what happened at L. Ron Hubbard's Winter Wonderland, to the delight of local children and those visiting the Hollywood Walk of Fame with their families from out of town.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 20, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It was clear skies and perfect weather for a family outing this Sunday when more than 4,000 Angelenos filled the Church of Scientology Los Angeles and L. Ron Hubbard Way for the Church's annual toy giveaway. Children left clutching presents after an afternoon of ice skating, donut-eating contests, face painting, and complimentary cocoa, cookies, popcorn and cotton candy.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. and EAST GRINSTEAD, U.K., Dec. 19, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Share Christmas favorites with a trio of songs performed by the UK's own Jive Aces, the first jive and swing band to reach the final round of Britain's Got Talent. Join them as they unwrap a series of holiday favorites, rolling out a swing version of "Jingle Bells."

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 17, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Destination: Scientology--Kaohsiung" shows how the Church of Scientology Taiwan promotes the values and preserves the traditions of Eastern culture for future generations. In an episode of Destination Scientology on the Scientology Network, viewers gain an insight into the values and goals of the people of Taiwan and the staff and parishioners of the Church.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Dec. 15, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Once again this year, The Way to Happiness Foundation and the Los Angeles Churches of Scientology extend a wish for happiness to everyone watching the Hollywood Christmas Parade. The two-hour special on the 90th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade airs on The CW Network Friday, December 16, 2022, at 8 p.m. Eastern and Pacific and 7 p.m. Central.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Dec. 14, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Actor Jason Dohring, best known for his role in Veronica Mars, joined Santa and his elves for the opening of L. Ron Hubbard's Winter Wonderland on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Winter Wonderland has welcomed generations of children annually since 1983.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scientology Churches and Scientologists join the United Nations in the year-long campaign just launched to promote the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). This UN campaign culminates on Human Rights Day, December 10, 2023, on the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

CLEARWATER, Fla. and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 9, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Once more, Santa and his elves have arrived in Clearwater for the opening of Winter Wonderland downtown. Modern-day Santa's helper Pam Ryan-Anderson, featured on Meet a Scientologist on the Scientology network, creates holiday memories for children of all ages.