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United Methodist Oregon-Idaho Conference votes to move 2027 meeting out of Idaho, cites LGBTQ+ and immigrant safety concerns

After a close and emotional vote, Bishop Cedrick Bridgeforth says the decision reflects the conference "wrestling in real time" with how to protect vulnerable members — while Idaho clergy warn the move risks abandoning the queer and immigrant United Methodists who live there.

Ask a Jew: What are the different Holocaust remembrance days and their meaning? 

Learn the differences between Yom Hashoah, International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Tisha B’Av, and how each honors Jewish Holocaust victims.

Inspiration comes from many voices

A columnist reflects on the wisdom found in quotes, books, films and everyday life, and how meaningful words can inspire faith, love and personal growth.

Belief at the Metaline Falls Bigfoot Festival

The Religion Desk visits the Metaline Falls Bigfoot Festival to explore Sasquatch folklore, belief and why the legendary creature continues to captivate people.

Idaho labor economist ran anonymous accounts promoting pro-Russian, far-right views

An Idaho Department of Labor economist has been identified as the anonymous author behind popular pro-Russian social media accounts tied to far-right content.

Our problems aren’t as big as we think? They’re one person at a time.

A columnist argues that churches and communities should address problems like homelessness through direct relationships, not growing bureaucracies.

Pacific Northwest’s LGBTQ+ community discovers inclusive faith spaces

Affirming churches across the Pacific Northwest are creating LGBTQ+ faith groups that offer belonging, spiritual exploration and support.

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