Tag: catholic diocese of spokane

Washington lawmakers push bills requiring clergy to report child abuse, sparking fierce debate over confession privacy. Catholic bishops vow to protect confessional despite abuse reporting mandate.

Bishop Thomas A. Daly appoints Rev. Lucas E. Tomson as the new rector of Bishop White Seminary, religious attendance at historic lows including in Washington, an event where attendees learn about the saint behind Santa Claus and more wrap up this week's latest religion news.

Washington Attorney General investigates Spokane, Seattle and Yakima dioceses for potential misuse of funds and alleged cover-ups of child sex abuse. Learn more about this historic move.

Investigation into Catholic Church sex abuse allegations in Washington: Attorney General takes Archdiocese of Seattle to court for refusing to release records.

Shine 104.9 will host a worship service before Bloomsday begins while pro-Palestinian protesters plan to Stand with Palestine at two locations during the run; in addition, a new Christian-owned coffee shop opens downtown, pastor Gene Jacobs' funeral service is scheduled and more is found this week’s FāVS News Roundup.

Spokane hosts several Earth Day events, Dr. TJ Romano is named Spokane's new Catholic education director, the Spokane River Forum opens registration for its H20 symposium and more are in this week's FāVS Religion News Roundup.

Read about Eucharistic Expo 2023, Mayor Woodward possibly being censured by Spokane City Council, a Pride community crosswalk being graffitied and a Whitworth University speaker who will talk about library freedom.