Lifestyles

Skyler Babcock takes advantage of Oakland Park, one of the city’s two public disc golf courses, even in the dead of winter.

The Upanishads contain many of the teachings of Hindu religion today, particularly reincarnation and the concept of Brahman.

A youth ministry has been opened for skateboarders in Hermann. The place resembles the idea of “marketplace ministry,” which is an attempt to build communities around the idea of Christians telling their friends, coworkers, anybody, about God.

Because Americans consume nearly twice the dietary guideline for sodium, consumer organizations and nutritionists are recommending that Americans regulate their sodium intake.

Desiring music to be more than simply an outlet of expression, the Straws have created a musical world for their children with the intention of building self-discipline into their character.

More than half of the reported flu cases in Boone County were reported in the last week, and Health Department official are now offering a free vaccination.

For many Christians around the world, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent.

A revised proposal for artwork to be included in the renovation of City Hall is available online for viewing and comment.

Critics question legality of marriages by friends who get ordained online.

With the flick of his baton, Alex Innecco connects with vocal and instrumental performers across Columbia

MU senior Lindsey White teeters on the edge of the ice melting into Hinkson Creek at Stephens Lake Park in Columbia on Saturday.

Baptist, Islamic and Unitarian Universalist congregation leaders will gather Friday at Karis Community Church to debate and discuss their religions’ opinions of Jesus.

Online ordination allows a good friend to officiate a wedding.

Gov. Blunt’s decision not to seek re-election has left Missouri religious groups looking for a candidate to bear the social conservative standard. Most say the agenda won’t change, no matter who the candidate is.

Two Columbia families reflect on the role of adoption on identity in the Jewish community as their adopted pre-teen girls prepare for their bat mitzvahs.

Popular design trends and additional content are just two ways publishers have kept the Bible as one of the top-selling books each year, despite the fact that 91 percent of households already one a copy.

In the month since 'The Golden Compass' was released, church leaders across the world have condemned it as a damaging influence on young audiences.

Stage crews are responsible for the massive preparation and setup before the curtain is raised on a performance at Jesse Auditorium.