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Cory Johnson

Cory Johnson is a freelance journalist based in Tacoma, Washington. He studied journalism and public administration at the University of Missouri and worked in newsrooms in his native Ohio, Missouri, and Mississippi. Two years in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps Northwest brought him to the PNW where he now lives in the Tacoma Catholic Worker community. When not writing, he's often found in a bluegrass show or outside with handlebars, hiking sticks, a paddle or camera in his hand.
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Giant Terra globe takes over Seattle cathedral for public display, gatherings

St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral hosts the Terra Exhibit, a 24-foot illuminated globe inviting visitors to reflect on Earth, faith and environmental stewardship.
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NW Washington community lecture to discuss power of song in healing, social movements

Washington state professor Chelle Stearns leads a Burlington Lutheran Church series exploring how music, choral singing and spirituals can foster healing.
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Peace pagoda rises beside world’s largest nuclear weapon stockpile on Kitsap Peninsula

The Pacific Northwest Peace Pagoda opens near Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, honoring nonviolent resistance and calling for nuclear disarmament.
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First Native saint’s icon arrives at Seattle cathedral, decades after her life-saving miracle

A new icon of St. Kateri Tekakwitha at Seattle's St. James Cathedral celebrates Native Catholic faith, healing and reconciliation across Washington.
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Seattle Catholics find a ‘revival’ of justice organizing in migrant solidarity campaign

Catholic leaders in western Washington say public prayer, processions and advocacy for migrants are energizing parishioners and strengthening community action.
Eastern Washington

Adventists raise $1.7 million to fund car, home repair and local needs in Northwest

The Seventh-day Adventist Church's Serve One More initiative in the Northwest is funding community service projects across Washington, Oregon and Idaho.
Central Washington

Tri-Cities church becomes first in Washington to earn mental health ministry certification

Shalom United Church of Christ became Washington's first WISE-designated church, affirming its commitment to mental health awareness, inclusion and support.

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