The Faith Outreach program of The Humane Society of the United States seeks to engage people and institutions of faith with animal protection issues, on the premise that religious values call upon us all to act in a kind and merciful way towards all creatures. Religious Statements on Animals
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Official, historical and contemporary statements on animals from the Seventh-day Adventist Church. istockphoto
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Christine Gutleben celebrates the progress of a program. E. Wells
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Reflections on the All Creatures Tour with The Myriad.
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Explore our library of Religious Statements on Animals. istockphoto
In Focus: Seventh-day Adventist Church
One of the founders of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Ellen G. White, counseled Adventists to take the suffering of animals into consideration when making dietary choices. Your Faith and Animals: Submit a Story to the Francis Files Read the December Humane Steward
News & Resources
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January 28, 2010
Lent: Planning Your Menu
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January 12, 2010
Seventh-day Adventist Church
Seventh-day Adventist, religious statements on animals. Fact sheet includes official, historical and contemporary statements on animals for the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
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December 17, 2009
Camels and The Nativity
A camel named Omar was once on live display for a Christmas nativity. Now, he at our Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch sanctuary an elephant named Babe his best friend.
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December 17, 2009
Rock Tour Reflection: Band of Animal Advocates Reaches Thousands
In 2009, The Humane Society of the United States faith outreach program embarked on a nationwide concert tour with The Myriad to bring the work of The HSUS to audiences through music and video
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December 17, 2009
Rejoicing for Animals: Year in Review
In 2009, we toured with a rock band; spurred academic discussion on moral and ethical responsibilities towards animals; forged partnerships with faith-based organizations; and so much more.