By FāVS News Staff
Faith and community events across the region this week include a Buddhist monastic gathering in Newport, a recovery meeting in Boise, a Seattle forum on women and the Catholic Church, a virtual conversation on religion and voting rights and a pro-life walk in Spokane.
Recovery Dharma (Oct. 12 | Boise, Idaho | Buddhist)
A peer-led Recovery Dharma group meets Monday, Oct. 12, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Boise Institute for Buddhist Studies, 901 N. 15th St. The weekly meeting offers a Buddhist approach to recovery from addiction of all kinds, opening with readings on the program, followed by meditation and individual sharing. No Buddhist practice experience or RSVP is required. Donations are welcomed to cover the cost of the space, and attendees are asked to remove their shoes before entering the meditation room. Details
Western Buddhist Monastic Gathering (Oct. 12-16 | Newport, Washington | Buddhist)
Sravasti Abbey hosts the Western Buddhist Monastic Gathering Monday, Oct. 12, through Friday, Oct. 16, the group’s first in-person meeting since 2019. The gathering is for Buddhist monks and nuns living in the West and represents monastics from many traditions. This year’s theme is “Learning from the Diversity of our Intergenerational Sangha,” with presentations, meditation, shared meals and fellowship. Organizers say plans are still evolving and early registration helps shape the agenda. Details
Climate Psychology and Spiritual Resilience (Oct. 14 | Parkland, Washington | Community)
Pacific Lutheran University’s Department of Religion hosts a discussion on climate anxiety and resilience Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Scandinavian Cultural Center. PLU religion professor Suzanne Crawford O’Brien and climate psychologist Leslie Davenport will discuss their new books on climate anxiety, resilience and working toward a just and sustainable world. The event is open to the public and will be livestreamed. Registration is encouraged; contact crawfosj@plu.edu with questions. Details
Phoebe Forum: Women, Service, and the Catholic Church’s Future (Oct. 14 | Seattle | Community)
Seattle University’s Institute for Catholic Thought and Culture, in partnership with Discerning Deacons, hosts a lecture and presentation on the changing roles of women in the Catholic Church Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 4 to 5:30 p.m., at the Advancement and Alumni Building, Rolfe Room. Facilitated by Anna Robertson, director of distributed organizing at Discerning Deacons, the lecture will cover topics such as the new Catholic teaching on women and the history of the diaconate. The event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Details
Faith, Power & the Ballot Box: Religion and Voting Rights in the Midterms (Oct. 14 | Online | Community)
Religion News Service hosts a live virtual conversation on faith and voting rights Wednesday, Oct. 14, at noon Eastern (9 a.m. Pacific). RNS events host Niala Boodhoo will talk with Bishop Dwayne Royster of Faith in Action, the Rev. Dr. Jay Augustine of Big Bethel AME Church and RNS reporter Adelle Banks about how religious leaders are mobilizing congregations around voting rights ahead of the midterms. The event is free, but registration is required to attend live. Everyone who registers will receive the recording. Details
Next Chapter Open House (Oct. 15 | Spokane | Community)
Next Chapter, a Spokane nonprofit that provides free home goods and furnishings to households exiting homelessness, hosts an open house Thursday, Oct. 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m., at 4718 N. Ash St. Organizers say the group has served nearly 200 households since opening last year and describe itself as the only organization in the region offering a full showroom and furniture for newly housed people. Attendees can learn how to support the program. Registration is requested. Details
Walk for Life NW (Oct. 17 | Spokane | Catholic)
The 11th annual Walk for Life NW takes place Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Riverfront Park Rotary Fountain. An information tent opens at 12:30 p.m., with a speaker and the walk beginning at 1 p.m.
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