Cassy Benefield

Cassy (pronounced like Cassie but spelled with a 'y') Benefield is a wife and mother, a writer and photographer and a huge fan of non-fiction. She has traveled all her life, first as an Army brat. She is a returned Peace Corps volunteer (2004-2006) to Romania where she mainly taught Conversational English. She received her bachelor’s in journalism from Cal Poly Technical University in San Luis Obispo, California. She finds much comfort in her Savior, Jesus Christ, and considers herself a religion nerd who is prone to buy more books, on nearly any topic, than she is ever able to read. She is the associate editor of FāVS.News.

Food rescue program combats rising hunger, reduces waste in Spokane region

Feed Spokane rescues food from restaurants from going in the trash that would otherwise damage the atmosphere to reduce rising food insecurity.

Family Policy Institute of Washington criticized for Christian nationalist ideas for recent series of articles

FPIW’s rhetoric on immigration, Islam and American identity sparks concerns about rising Christian nationalism and its impact on Washington politics.

How religion reporting changed my faith and politics: A personal journey

A writer shares how joining FāVS reshaped her faith, challenged Christian nationalism and deepened her passion for religion journalism.

Book Review: ‘Star-Spangled Jesus’ tackles Christian Nationalism with humor

April Ajoy’s memoir “Star-Spangled Jesus” blends humor and insight as she critiques Christian nationalism and rediscovers a more authentic faith.

Language at Charlie Kirk demonstrations is spoken under Christian flags. Is it Christian?

After Charlie Kirk’s killing, groups like TPUSA invoke faith to advance political goals. Some Christians say it distorts the message of Jesus.

Washington State keeps clergy as mandated reporters but shields confessional communication

A new WA law makes clergy mandated reporters but preserves the confessional privilege, raising debate over religious freedom vs child safety.

Bethany Presbyterian dedicates land for future resident housing & church campus

About 70 people showed up for Bethany Presbyterian Church’s land dedication ceremony Sunday (Sept. 28).

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