Religions Around The World

In the early morning hours, monks can be seen walking on their alms round in Kanchanaburi, Thailand
Showing humility and detachment from worldly goods, the monk walks slowly and only stops if he is called. Standing quietly, with his bowl open, the local Buddhists give him rice, or flowers, or an envelope containing money.  In return, the monks bless the local Buddhists and wish them a long and fruitful life.
Christians Celebrate Good Friday
Enacting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in St. Mary's Church in Secunderabad, India. Only 2.3% of India's population is Christian. 
Ancient interior mosaic in the Church of the Holy Saviour in Chora
The Church of the Holy Saviour in Istanbul, Turkey is a medieval Byzantine Greek Orthodox church.
Dome of the Rock located in the Old City of Jerusalem
The site's great significance for Muslims derives from traditions connecting it to the creation of the world and to the belief that the Prophet Muhammad's Night Journey to heaven started from the rock at the center of the structure.
Holi Festival in Mathura, India
Holi is a Hindu festival that marks the end of winter. Also known as the “festival of colors”,  Holi is primarily observed in South Asia but has spread across the world in celebration of love and the changing of the seasons.
Jewish father and daughter pray at the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem, Israel.
Known in Hebrew as the Western Wall, it is one of the holiest sites in the world. The description, "place of weeping", originated from the Jewish practice of mourning the destruction of the Temple and praying for its rebuilding at the site of the Western Wall.
People praying in Mengjia Longshan Temple in Taipei, Taiwan
The temple is dedicated to both Taoism and Buddhism.
People praying in the Grand Mosque in Ulu Cami
This is the most important mosque in Bursa, Turkey and a landmark of early Ottoman architecture built in 1399.
Savior Transfiguration Cathedral of the Savior Monastery of St. Euthymius
Located in Suzdal, Russia, this is a church rite of sanctification of apples and grapes in honor of the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord.
Fushimi Inari Shrine is located in Kyoto, Japan
It is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, which straddle a network of trails behind its main buildings. Fushimi Inari is the most important Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice.
Ladles at the purification fountain in the Hakone Shrine
Located in Hakone, Japan, this shrine is a Japanese Shinto shrine.  At the purification fountain, ritual washings are performed by individuals when they visit a shrine. This ritual symbolizes the inner purity necessary for a truly human and spiritual life.
Hanging Gardens of Haifa are garden terraces around the Shrine of the Báb on Mount Carmel in Haifa, Israel
They are one of the most visited tourist attractions in Israel. The Shrine of the Báb is where the remains of the Báb, founder of the Bábí Faith and forerunner of Bahá'u'lláh in the Bahá'í Faith, have been buried; it is considered to be the second holiest place on Earth for Bahá'ís.
Pilgrims praying at the Pool of the Nectar of Immortality and Golden Temple
Located in Amritsar, India, the Golden Temple is one of the most revered spiritual sites of Sikhism. It is a place of worship for men and women from all walks of life and all religions to worship God equally. Over 100,000 people visit the shrine daily.
Entrance gateway of Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple Kowloon
Located in Hong Kong, China, the temple is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, or the Great Immortal Wong. The Taoist temple is famed for the many prayers answered: "What you request is what you get" via a practice called kau cim.
Christian women worship at a church in Bois Neus, Haiti.
Haiti's population is 94.8 percent Christian, primarily Catholic. This makes them one of the most heavily Christian countries in the world.

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CAFF College Guide Names Title Sponsor

America’s Christian Credit Union Provides “Unique Synergy”

GREENVILLE, S.C. — The Center for Academic Faithfulness & Flourishing (CAFF) has reached an agreement with America’s Christian Credit Union (ACCU) to become the title sponsor for the CAFF College Guide, a free online directory of over 250 Christian colleges and universities from across the United States. The Guide presents independently verified results for 150 objective measures of institutional commitments, requirements, features, and performance, so that families can understand each college’s character and offerings.

“We are thrilled to partner with the CAFF College Guide in our shared mission to empower students and families with the tools they need to make informed, faith-aligned decisions about higher education,” said Vicki VannBerstein, CEO of ACCU. “Financial stewardship and educational opportunity go hand-in-hand, and this collaboration reflects ACCU’s deep commitment to supporting the next generation of Christian leaders.”

Founded in 1958, ACCU has a long history of service to Christian colleges and universities as well as a commitment to making Christian education affordable. Its private student loan program offers highly competitive rates, while its college banking and lending options can help institutions steward existing resources and access capital for growth.

“ACCU is the perfect partner for the CAFF College Guide, because it serves both groups the Guide serves—Christian colleges and Christian families,” CAFF Executive Director P. Jesse Rine noted. “Our mutual commitment to Christian education provides the foundation for the unique synergy we can achieve together through this partnership.”

To learn more about how ACCU’s financial offerings can advance faith-based institutions and support Christian families, please contact Frank Clement, Vice President for Strategic Partnerships, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

To create a free user account and begin exploring the CAFF College Guide, please visit https://www.christiancollegeguide.com.

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About CAFF

The Center for Academic Faithfulness & Flourishing (CAFF) is a nonprofit organization that exists to empower Christian colleges and universities to advance their faith-based missions, equip campus leaders with the resources necessary to flourish in our present age, and encourage broader support for these unique and valuable institutions. To learn more, please visit https://www.faithfulcolleges.org/.

Contact:
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Center for Academic Faithfulness & Flourishing
(864) 438-1128
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