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Scientologists launch building boom to help grow the faith

Title: Scientologists launch building boom to help grow the faith
Date: Friday, 2 April 2010
Publisher: The Oklahoman
Author: Megan Mollman
Main source: newsok.com

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CHICAGO (RNS) The windows are boarded-up and there's a "Keep Out" sign in the windowsill. Many in the Printer's Row neighborhood are unaware that the vacant brick building is slated to become Illinois' new welcome center for the Church of Scientology at the end of the year. The $4-million purchase of the seven-story structure is part of a nationwide push by Scientologists to open a host of new church buildings and draw new members into the faith. In all, more than ... [Read the rest at newsok.com]