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.
Students, faculty and staff at Gonzaga University are organizing a walkout on today (Wednesday) at noon to stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people and advocate for their liberation, according to a press release.
The news cycle since then has been full of stories about pro-Palestine student protests on college campuses across the country. These stories are growing increasingly complex with moving parts that can be difficult to follow. In a world that is so politically divisive, this provides us with a great opportunity to practice nuance.