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Ask An Eastern Orthodox Christian: The Christian God

Eastern Orthodox theology traditionally approaches God as a divine mystery, not so much to comprehend God, but more so being content to encounter him

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FāVS Religion News Roundup: Aug. 1

Spokane community roundup: Churches repurpose land for housing, trans youth protections upheld in court, Latino festival canceled, and more

FāVS News seeks support for ‘Bridge Builders’ series

FāVS News launches a multimedia “bridge builders” series to highlight community connectors in the Inland Northwest. Support its mission-driven journalism with a monthly contribution.

Religion often a barrier for LGBTQ+ Washingtonians, new state survey finds

A Washington survey finds most LGBTQ+ people are disconnected from organized religion, citing discrimination, health barriers and lack of inclusion.

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Revoice empowers LGBTQ+ Christians holding to traditional sexual ethics

Through Revoice, Steve and Laura Lympus found a supportive Christian community for their mixed-orientation marriage and now help others do the same.

Washington’s child abuse reporting law begins, but priests get legal breather

Washington’s new clergy child abuse reporting law goes into effect July 27, but Catholic and Orthodox priests secure temporary exemptions amid ongoing legal battles. Learn more about the law and its impact on child protection.

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FāVS Religion News Roundup: Aug. 1

Spokane community roundup: Churches repurpose land for housing, trans youth protections upheld in court, Latino festival canceled, and more

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Ask An Eastern Orthodox Christian: The Christian God

Eastern Orthodox theology traditionally approaches God as a divine mystery, not so much to comprehend God, but more so being content to encounter him

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For and by Christians: How Idaho’s influential Christian nationalist group wants to reshape the state

With powerful allies in the pulpit and the Pentagon, the Idaho Family Policy Center seizes its moment.

With Pete Hegseth in the pews, a Christian nationalist church plant launches in DC

Christ Kirk DC is the latest example of Doug Wilson's growing sphere of nationalist influence among a cadre of conservatives.

Pope Leo XIV’s latest US bishop appointment sparks mixed reactions over LGBTQ+ outreach

Bishop-elect Thomas Hennen was appointed by Pope Leo XIV to lead the Diocese of Baker, Oregon, on Thursday (July 10).

Girls camp grieves loss of campers and counselors in Texas floods that killed over 100 people

Camp Mystic, a girls Christian summer camp in the heart of Texas' flash floods, said 27 campers and counselors killed, bringing the death toll to over 100 as of July 7.

55% of churchgoers say faith grew stronger during pandemic

New research challenges assumptions about COVID-19's impact on American religiosity, showing majority of church attenders report stronger faith since 2020.

Family, faith and freedom: What do Americans value most?

Nearly half of U.S. adults (49%) say family is one of their top three personal values —far more than any other value – according to a new Gallup-Aspen Ideas survey.  

At memorial, friends mourn loss of Jennifer Lyell, SBC whistleblower and publishing exec

On a hot and humid summer day, Thursday afternoon (June 26), a group of mourners gathered in a small chapel at Immanuel Nashville church to say goodbye to Jennifer Lyell.

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