Squabbling over a word

From Malaysia-

THE raging controversy over the recent judgement of the Court of Appeal of Malaysia in the case of ‘The Herald’ remains unabated.

That judgement reversing the decision of High Court which had allowed the Catholic weekly publication to use the word ‘Allah’ in its Bahasa Malaysia section has caused much unhappiness among Christians in the country, especially those in Sarawak and Sabah.

The members of the Indian community in Miri have also expressed concern lest they too may get into trouble with the law because the word ‘Allah’ also appears in the Holy Book of the Sikhs.

The Christians are not happy because they think that the ruling of the court prohibits them from using their Bible, prayer books, hymns, standard texts for funeral services, lectures, sermons, and other communications relating to their religious practices. In almost all of these the term ‘Allah Taala’ appears from time to time.

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http://www.theborneopost.com/2013/10/27/squabbling-over-a-word/#ixzz2ivkWkGOQ

Christian Churches to observe Day of Prayer for Sikh Community on Sunday, August 12

From Milwaukee-

Bishop Steven Miller has asked that the following information, provided by the Wisconsin Conference of Churches (WCC), be circulated to all clergy and parishes in the Diocese of Milwaukee.

In the wake of the tragic shootings at the Sikh temple in Oak Creek, the Wisconsin Council of Churches is calling for Day of Prayer for the Sikh Community in Christian congregations throughout the state next Sunday, August 12. Download a bulletin for your church.

It is hoped that next Sunday will provide an opportunity for Christians to pray for the victims, their families, and for the Sikh community, which has experienced much tragedy and hardship in this country since the Sept. 11 attacks (Sikhs are at times mistaken for Muslims). It is also hoped that next Sunday will be an occasion for Christians in Wisconsin to learn more about the Sikh religion. For more information, see
(http://www.sikhs.org/summary.htm).

In the coming days and weeks there will be opportunities for Christians to stand in solidarity with the Sikh community. Two vigils were held Sunday night, in Madison and Milwaukee, and more are planned. The WCC will assist in getting the word out as events and other opportunities for support are planned; please check their website http://www.wichurches.org/ .

More here-

http://archive.constantcontact.com/fs026/1102482325133/archive/1110679838902.html