Religion News – Newsletter for December 22, 2010

Americans mull whether to buy real or fake Christmas tree

WASHINGTON – Over 40 million Christmas trees are expected to be sold in the US this season but Americans are divided over whether to buy a fake or a real tree.

With some 13 million artificial trees and 30 million real ones are expected to be sold in the US this year, a lot is …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Americans mull whether to buy real or fake Christmas tree.

Bhopal to host largest Muslim gathering after Haj

BHOPAL – A tented township is coming up near here for one of the world’s largest Muslim gatherings, the 63rd Aalmi Tablighi Ijtema, with speical arrangements for the stay of an estimated 400 physically challenged people.

The global congregation by Tablighi Jamaat is to be held Dec 25-27 at Itkhori in Islam Nagar, around 12 …. Source article  : Bhopal to host largest Muslim gathering after Haj.

Mexicans attribute miracles to late Pope

Monterrey (Mexico), Dec 22 (IANS/EFE) An exhibition of personal items belonging to the late Pope John Paul II is drawing thousands here, with some claiming that the pilgrimage has helped them overcome illness.

“People who come here feel very touched, even moved to tears. They say they feel the presence of John Paul II,” said …. Original article  : Mexicans attribute miracles to late Pope.