Religion News – Newsletter for January 1, 2011

This Ram devotee was born a Muslim

PATNA – He is called Hanuman because of his devotion towards Lord Ram. He can name all the Hindu gods and goddesses in a single breath, and he performs the priest’s duties at a Bihar temple with unwavering dedication – no one can tell that Sidheswar Das was born Mohammad Sadique.

…. Source  : This Ram devotee was born a Muslim.

Pope calls for solidarity between all in New Year’s message

ROME – Pope Benedict XVI called for solidarity between all people in need in his annual New Year’s message Friday.

Modern times are filled with all manner of suffering and drama, some provoked by human evil, other by nature, said the pope. But God’s message of joy and freedom would also reach all people suffering …. Source  : Gaea News Network.