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Vol XXXIII No. 124

Tuesday, April 18, 2000

Theologians discuss

      For centuries the disagreement between Catholics and Lutherans has hinged on the Doctrine of Justification. Traditionally Lutherans have emphasized that salvation is by faith alone, while Catholics maintained that good works are necessary for salvation. On October 31, 1999, representatives of the Roman Catholic Church and the Lutheran World Federation signed their first ever joint doctrinal statement, "The Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification." The statement acknowledged a basic doctrinal ... [more]
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Running in back of the pack
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Jackson drafted by Broncos in seventh round
      If seven wasn't Jarious Jackson's favorite number, it probably is now. He wore it on his quarterback jersey for four years at Notre Dame and Sunday, and he was chosen by the Denver Broncos in the seventh and final round of ... [more]
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Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters perform solid show
      "Let's play ball," exclaimed Anthony Kiedis through the microphone as the Red Hot Chili Peppers took the stage and jumped into a furious "Around the World" during their show with the Foo Fighters, April 8, in Bloomington, Ind. Play ball ... [more]
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