Open Directory - Society: Religion and Spirituality: Scientology: Church of Scientology: News and Media
See also: - An article that discusses the history and current tax exempt status of the Church of Scientology in the United Kingdom. [WCJB.uk.com] - Describes a special inter-faith Sunday Service held by the Church of Hawaii. [Honolulu Star-Bulletin] - Church of Scientology media relations site providing press releases, biographical information and demographics. - Interview with Scientology minister about plans for the move of the Church of Scientology of Boston to the Alexandra Hotel in the South End. [South End News] (December 16, 2009) - An article covers how the Volunteer Minister Tour became involved in a fun racing event of the Australian outback. [American Chronicle] (September 28, 2007) - A church parishioner opens a Scientology mission in Seminole Heights, in the Tampa Bay area, as a further outreach into the community. [Tampa Bay Times] (June 07, 2006) - After several years of global expansion around the world, the Church now plans to finish its long-delayed Flag Building by next year, officials say. [St. Petersburg Times] (April 25, 2006) - An article that discusses that although the Scientology birthing practice is stiring up questions, the experts say the idea isn't anything new. (April 19, 2006) - Interview with Diane Sawyer in which Cruise answers questions on this subject. [ABC News] (April 13, 2006) - An article describing how the church in Memphis wants to become more centrally located to better service the public and surrounding communities. [The Daily News] (February 03, 2006) - Robert Castagna of the Church of Scientology of Boston addresses the Undergraduate Government of Boston College to answer their questions about his religion. [The Heights and College Publisher] (November 03, 2005) - An article that outlines L. Ron Hubbard's history at George Washington University and how the current student body is learning of this and the religion he started. [The GW Hatchet] (September 02, 2005) - An article that discusses some of the basic principles of Scientology. [The Christian Century] (August 09, 2005) - This article covers the growth of Scientology in India and provides a summary of its basic principles. [Times News Network] (July 06, 2005) - On Access Hollywood, this actor said study technique helped him deal with dyslexia. [MSNBC] (May 24, 2005) - The church currently says it has more than 8 million members in 159 countries. [Deseret Morning News] (September 18, 2004) - An interview with Tom Cruise. [Guardian Unlimited] (September 12, 2004) - Covers local acceptance of the church by community leaders. [St. Petersburg Times] (July 19, 2004) - An article about the Buffalo church, the construction of its new quarters and its work to help the community. [Buffalo Business First] (July 19, 2004) - First of a two-part special report on the Church of Scientology's expansion in downtown Clearwater. [St. Petersburg Times] (July 18, 2004) - Hollywood star Tom Cruise raises $1.2m to provide alternative treatment for New York firefighters. [BBC News] (April 13, 2004) - Tom Cruise discusses the inner peace and serenity he projects in his latest movie, The Last Samurai. [Sydney Morning Herald] (November 21, 2003) - News about community activities and new buildings in the Tampa Bay area. [St.Petersburg Times] (July 06, 2003) - Describes the Church's newest addition to its presence in the Tampa/Clearwater area - a Life Improvement Center in Ybor City, Florida. [St. Petersburg Times] (June 03, 2003) - Scientology exhibition creates interest in New Zealand. (May 08, 2003) - Brief description of Scientology and comparison with Kabbalah. [Ball State Daily News] (March 09, 2003) - Explains why Volunteer Ministers raised the funds to pay to uniform the Clearwater Fire Department Honor Guard. [St.Petersburg Times] (August 23, 2002) - Shows the progress of the construction of the Church's headquarters in Clearwater, Florida. Includes photographs, and comments on impact it will have on the city. [St. Petersburg Times] (July 28, 2002) - Describes the Volunteer Ministers program to help those in distress after 9/11. [St. Petersburg Times] (February 08, 2002) - Actor Tom Cruise meets with the U.S. ambassador to Germany. [BBC] (January 30, 2002) - The Church reaches out to the community in Clearwater, and some civic leaders are responding. [St. Petersburg Times] (January 26, 2002) - An article which profiles the efforts of Scientology Volunteer Ministers as part of the 9/11 disaster response and a local Church leader who helped spearhead the effort. [The New York Times] (September 20, 2001) - Photo and description of renovations of new hotel catering to parishioners coming to Clearwater for advanced Scientology studies and counseling. [St. Petersburg Times] (August 14, 2001) - The Church won a partial victory when a judge dismissed one of four counts in a 4-year-old wrongful death lawsuit filed by the estate of Lisa McPherson. [St. Petersburg Times] (June 22, 2001) - Complaining about the spin put on news coverage, three readers discuss the Church's legal battles in Clearwater. [St. Petersburg Times] (June 07, 2001) - With help from the Citizens Commission on Human Rights, Florida state Rep. Larry Crow sponsored a bill to restore parental authority over treatments given to their kids in school. [St. Petersburg Times] (April 08, 2001) - Several commentaries claiming bias in St. Petersburg Times coverage, and taking up events affecting the Church in Clearwater. [St. Petersburg Times] (March 28, 2001) - Johnson Blakely Pope Bokor Ruppel and Burns hired to represent the Church in legal affairs in Clearwater. Partner Ed Armstrong will handle the account. [St. Petersburg Times] (December 02, 1999) - Coverage of Dutch case in which the Church's contention is upheld: that linking to a site that infringes copyrights is itself an infringement. [CNET News.com] (June 09, 1999) - The former mayor of Clearwater avoided mentioning the Church of Scientology. The mayor-elect admits to not knowing much about it, but hopes for better understanding between church and city officials. [St. Petersburg Times] (March 21, 1999) - Hollywood-style ground breaking event in Clearwater celebrates the launch of construction on the new building. [St. Petersburg Times] (November 22, 1998) - David Miscavige, the seldom-seen leader of the church, comes forth in his first newspaper interview to talk of a more peaceful time for Scientology. [St. Petersburg Times] (October 25, 1998) - Germany has apologised for the activities of a security agent suspected of spying. [BBC News] (April 09, 1998) - Members of the movement have protested in Berlin against alleged persecution of religious minorities in Germany. [BBC News] (October 27, 1997) - Travolta on his career and the German attitude toward Scientology. Excerpts. [Stern] (March 20, 1997) XML Feeds: - News source on Scientology Activities Worldwide [RSS]
