R.E.M. R.E.M., American rock-music group, pioneers of the so-called alternative style of rock music, and one of the most popular and critically acclaimed bands of the 1980s and 1990s. Formed in Athens, Georgia, in 1980, its members included guitarist Peter Buck, singer Michael Stipe, bassist Mike Mills, and drummer Bill Berry. The letters R.E.M. are […]
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Our teen has been viewing pornography on our computer. How should we respond?
QUESTION We’ve done our best to monitor our children’s online activities, but our teen has apparently found a way to visit pornographic websites in spite of our best efforts. What can we do about this? ANSWER You should take immediate and decisive action. Sit down with your son and tell him that you know […]
Understanding Family Diversity
O U T L I N E Systems Theories and Family Differences Ways in Which Families Are Different Ethnicity, Race, and Culture Economic Differences in Families Gender Role Identity Families and Religiosity Geographic Region Application to Early Childhood Education Programs Celebrating diversity Inclusiveness Ethical Considerations Relating These Factors to Developmentally Appropriate Practice Accreditation Guidelines Family […]
Early Christian Church
Saint Alban Saint Alban (lived 3rd century), first English martyr. His martyrdom has traditionally been connected with the persecutions of Emperor Diocletian about 305, but some scholars believe that he suffered under Septimius Severus about a century earlier. Alban’s cult is unique in that it links England with the early patristic age (2nd century to […]
Church and State
I INTRODUCTION Church and State, relationship between the organized church and the government of a country, especially with regard to the extent of their powers within each other’s sphere of activity. The problem of church and state has come into relatively sharp focus in the tradition of Western Christianity, although the phrase designates a basic […]
Q&A: Dealing With Previous Relationships
Q&A: Dealing With Previous Relationships by Focus on the Family Is it wise to live together before getting married? Will living together help you figure out whether or not you should get married? Is premarital sex ok if both partners are committed to the relationship? Dr. Bill answers your questions. Dr. Bill Maier is an […]