, The World Premiere of
"Creation," a live stage production integrating faith and science will debut
on June 9th at the Crystal Cathedral. He describes five categories of faith-based organizations (FBOs)
that deliver mental health services and provides details on their
organization and mission , along with examples that illustrate their
functions.

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Seeking a source to serve as the voice of science proved a challenge.

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Today
there is a growing consensus that religious factors influence the mental
health and wellbeing of persons with mental illness.

A unique combination of both the history and the current research of mental
health and religion, along with a thorough examination of faith-based
organizations operating in the field, "Faith and Mental Health" is a
resource for the healthcare community, including medical school
professionals and caregivers; for religious professionals from pastoral
counselors to chaplains; and for everyone concerned with the future of
mental health care.

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Koenig begins by examining the evolution of the relationship between
religion and mental health through the centuries. Drawing on hundreds
of research studies and clinical trials that examine the effectiveness of
religious psychotherapies from Christian, Muslim, and Buddhist
perspectives , Dr.

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Michael Guillen, PhD, a
Harvard University professor and former ABC News Correspondent was the ideal
fit.D. Koenig
outlines these obstacles that stand in the way of scientific research on
the relationship between religion and mental health: methodological,
focus/priority, funding , and attitudinal.

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He focuses on the role of clergy, religious organizations, and faith
communities in caring for those with emotional problems and severe mental
illness. He is director and founder of Duke's
Center for the Study of Religion/Spirituality and Health; editor of the
International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine , a medical research
journal; and editor-in-chief of Science and Theology News, a monthly
international newspaper.

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All things evolve -- it's synonymous with life," says
Milner. "The spiritual story of the beginning of time is the cornerstone of
Judaism, Islam and Christianity. Historically, major
religious traditions have related to the mentally ill and emotionally
vulnerable in ways that range from positive to fearful to violent.

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More than a decade in the making , Creation is a true example of faith,
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provides an unprecedented source of practical information about the
relationship between religion and mental health.

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"It humbled
me and made me realize science and divinity are not adversarial," says Milner.

Dr. Board certified in general
psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and geriatric medicine, he is professor
of psychiatry and behavioral sciences and associate professor of medicine
at Duke University Medical Center.

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'Creation: Once Upon All Time' to Debut June 9th at Crystal Cathedral

"'Creation' is my interpretation that I hope will be enjoyed by
all.,
internationally recognized for his groundbreaking research on how religious
involvement is associated with better physical health, opens a window on
mental health in a new book, just released by Templeton Foundation Press.

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With an original musical score by one of Hollywood 's most prolific and
sought after orchestral masters, Jeff Atmajian ("Big Fish;" "Mona Lisa Smile; "
"The Manchurian Candidate;" "The Passion of the Christ"), "Creation" is
appropriate for the whole family.
"Writing 'Creation' has been a life changing experience, it has expanded
my faith , making it deeper; more real and beautiful," says "Creation"
playwright Carol Milner, daughter of Dr.
"There are so many scientists who want to provide their perspective, but lack
the ability to speak to the people," says Milner.
Incorporating science into her story was a sobering venture ."
"Creation" is a production that will appeal to many different religious
beliefs."
Tickets, directions and box office hours can obtained online at
http://www.

In "Faith and Mental Health: Religious Resources for Healing" ($29. Koenig describes the ways that religious faith can
contribute to mental health. He has published extensively in the fields of
mental health , geriatrics, and religion.

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"But it does not contradict the treasured force of my faith. Based on this research, he offers an evaluation of whether
religious faith represents a resource or a liability in terms of mental
health. He examines ways of overcoming
these barriers, suggesting and detailing possible solutions that will
require the cooperation between government agencies and private and
faith-based groups.

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The show is scheduled to run through
mid-September. Koenig, M.

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A 200 -foot screen, live actors, computer generated imagery (CGI), daring
aerialists, large scale puppetry and a powerful musical score, come together
to shape a total immersion sensory experience.

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"Michael has the ability to think as a scientist, but explain his
position in a way that I understood," says Milner. Prices range from $14 to $51.

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"Creation" opens with the beginning of time and human existence and
develops into a breathtaking modern-day show of life, conviction, love and
change as the story follows a boy and his grandfather on their journey of
self-discovery and enlightenment .
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Includes specific and multiple religious greetings, as well as greetings devoted to other types of spiritual practices.

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Relying on her faith, the Church and her father, Milner remains steadfast
in her values, while allowing herself to rationalize the scientific
possibilities of evolution. "Evolution means the beauty of change, and no one
can stop the process.creationlive . Koenig completed his undergraduate education at Stanford University,
his medical school training at the University of California at San
Francisco, and his geriatric medicine, psychiatry, and biostatistics
training at Duke University Medical Center.

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It's our universal connection to Heaven,"
says Milner .com or by calling the "Creation" ticket office at
(800) 549-6177.

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Using scientific
methodology , he explores how religious beliefs and practices are related to
coping and positive emotions, as well as the use of religion for
psychiatric disorders, substance abuse disorders, and severe mental
illness.

Even as faith-based groups strive to support the delivery of mental health
services , barriers remain to both research and implementation.