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Washington state settles controversy over child abuse law that tested the limits of ‘priest-penitent’ privilege

Washington’s new clergy reporting law sparked debate over child protection vs. religious freedom. Here’s how the state’s final decision reshaped both.

The hidden mental health crisis killing America’s clergy

A hospital stay after a heart scare sparks reflections on clergy burnout, chaplaincy, and the quiet toll on the mental health of caring for others in moments of crisis.

Spokane’s Cathedral of St. John celebrates 100th anniversary of land dedication

Spokane’s St. John’s Cathedral celebrates 100 years with events honoring its past, while shaping a vision of hope, inclusion, and community for the future.

Shane Claiborne to speak on Christian nationalism, Gaza at area universities

Christian activist Shane Claiborne calls Christian nationalism a threat to faith and democracy during talks at Whitworth and Eastern Washington universities.

After years of debate, Washington governor to act on clergy abuse reporting bill tomorrow

Tomorrow, Washington governor will act on long-awaited SB 5375, requiring clergy to report child abuse—even in confidential clergy-penitent talks.

Ask a Bahá’í: How Do Bahá’ís Get Clergy?

There are no clergy in the Bahá’í Faith. Each person is enjoined by Bahá’u’lláh — the Promised One of all Religions, who founded the Bahá’í Faith — to investigate truth for ourselves, to learn and not rely upon “the knowledge of [our] neighbor” and “see with [our] own eyes.”

Lent’s message for pastors

Study finds many Americans are unimpressed with clergy.

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