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FāVS News @favsnews.bsky.social · Jun 19
Exciting news! 🌟- We have done a complete redesign of our daily newsletter.

Now called "First Light", it will share stories and updates about ethics and religion every morning in your inbox.
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Community Presbyterian Church has brought in the Rev. Betsey Moe to be their new interim pastor, and she’s bringing goals of community outreach, maximizing resources and gender equality with her to Post Falls, Idaho.

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Rev. Betsey Moe Joins CPC as Interim Pastor in Post Falls
New pastor Rev. Betsey Moe brings a focus on gender equality, outreach and shared resources as she begins serving Community Presbyterian Church.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Lucas Grayson reflects on Trans Day of Remembrance and the Spokane event mourning 58 trans lives lost this year in the U.S.

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Spokane Marks Trans Day of Remembrance Amid Rising Losses
Over 200 gathered in Spokane to honor trans lives lost this year, calling for visibility, healing and hope at Trans Day of Remembrance.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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Today’s columnist writes about the history of St. George’s Cross and how recently it has been used as a way to promote immigration and white supremacy.

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England's toxic crusader cosplay: Um, you know the Crusaders lost, right? - FāVS News
The classic Christian cross is a clear and powerful symbol. Whether hung above an altar or on the necklace of a believer, it represents faith in the divinity of Christ.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Spokane Valley’s Yaeger draws backlash after posting ‘Islam has no home here’

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November 22, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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The battle for a North Idaho city’s identity:
Recent elections in the North Idaho city tell a very different story about the town than the national news’ attention to Doug Wilson’s Christ Church would suggest.
Elections show Christ Church is not in charge in Moscow – RANGE Media
Amid a national leftward shift in voting, the North Idaho town has long gone progressive
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November 19, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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Refugee mothers find support, celebration at World Relief Spokane baby showers

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World Relief Spokane’s Baby Showers Support Refugee Moms
Refugee women in Spokane find community, joy, and support through World Relief Spokane’s baby showers, offering resources and connection for new moms.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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FāVS Board of Trustees President Rebecca Tallent explains why we are fundraising for a part-time reporter and how your support helps us promote diverse viewpoints.

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Support FāVS News: Help Fund Our Year-End Campaign
FāVS News launches a $15,000 year-end fundraiser to expand reporting and sustain quality religion and values journalism in the Pacific Northwest.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Today's columnist writes about how, during a dark time, she found beauty in God's creation.

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Finding God’s Beauty in Creation and Everyday Life
A personal reflection on questioning faith, healing through Scripture, and rediscovering God’s beauty in nature, joy, memories, and the world around us.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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Moscow church installs new pastor after years-long search, transformation

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United Church of Moscow Welcomes New Pastor
United Church of Moscow installs pastor Rev. Hannah Brown, bringing fresh leadership, preaching gifts, and a vision for renewal.
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November 17, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Three local faith leaders address actions by the Trump administration and call on Christians to "speak out for the way of Jesus."

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Christian Leaders Denounce Harmful National Policies
Faith leaders from multiple Christian traditions issue a unified statement urging Christians to oppose harmful national policies.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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A prominent Washington think tank led by a former Spokane Valley pastor is urging its members to collect signatures for ballot initiatives that would restrict queer rights and student privacy in the state.
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Washington Think Tank Pushes on Student LGBTQ RIghts
A Spokane-area leader urges support for initiatives limiting transgender rights and student privacy, sparking debate over gender policy, schools and faith.
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November 16, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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Spokane’s vibrant organ scene thrives amid national decline in church music

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Spokane Organ Community Keeps Tradition Alive
As churches lose organ music nationwide, Spokane’s organists keep the tradition thriving with concerts, lessons, and a rare 1914 Wurlitzer theatre organ.
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November 16, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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Fund Independent Faith Journalism Across the Inland Northwest - FāVS News
Help us raise $15,000 to sustain a part-time reporter for all of 2026—covering the stories that connect communities across Washington and Idaho.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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Bishop Cedrick D. Bridgeforth of the UMC is encouraging people to “go the M.I.L.E.” through a new podcast sharing stories of callings and service. 🎙️

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Bishop Bridgeforth’s “Going the M.I.L.E.” Podcast Inspires
United Methodist Bishop Cedrick D. Bridgeforth’s “Going the M.I.L.E.” podcast shares real stories of callings, ministry, and faith across the Northwest.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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We are excited to share the first instalment of our Building Bridges series! The series aims to bridge community divides by showcasing a wide range of faith topics.

Read about how international students are bonding over culture and religion in Spokane universities here: favs.news/spokane-inte...
Faith and Culture: International Students in Spokane
In Spokane, international students navigate faith, friendship and cultural adjustment in a landscape shaped by American Christianity.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Church of Jesus Christ announces location for Coeur d’Alene temple

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Church of Jesus Christ announces location for Coeur d'Alene temple - FāVS News
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the location for its planned Coeur d'Alene temple, releasing a rendering of the exterior.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:18 AM
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Seattle cathedral offers free trauma-informed yoga to hundreds each Monday

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Cathedral Yoga Brings Healing and Community to Seattle
At St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral in Seattle, free Monday yoga invites hundreds to find peace, connection, and body-positive practice in a sacred space.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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Local ‘Music Man’ returns to his roots and first love in new journey

“What I really want to do is have an opportunity to spread the gospel through music and give people an opportunity to feel it,” Gootherts said.

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Idaho Pianist Chris Gootherts Finds Faith Through Music
After 50 years on stage, Idaho musician Chris Gootherts relaunches his music career, blending jazz, faith and community in a spirit-filled revival.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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Rep. Pramila Jayapal to keynote Faith Action Network’s annual fundraiser Nov. 16

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Faith Action Network Dinner Unites Washington with keynote
A keynote at Faith Action Network’s Nov. 16 dinner in Seattle, Spokane and online honors the late Rev. Carol Jensen with a theme of “Unbreakable Spirit.”
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November 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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YWCA Spokane has launched its 10th annual Hope for the Holidays campaign, a community program supporting 90 families experiencing domestic violence, homelessness and financial hardship.

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Spokane Faith and Community Roundup: Hope, Music & Giving
From hostage survivors sharing hope to holiday giving, organ concerts and local aid efforts — this week’s Spokane faith and community highlights.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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There are a few places spread across two states and British Columbia with open-air worship spots, meditative gardens and even a monastic coffeeshop.

Learn more about these spiritual getaways below:
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5 Spiritual Getaways Across the Pacific Northwest
From a spiritual Buddhist center to a monastic bakery, discover five peaceful places in the Pacific Northwest go go visit.
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November 7, 2025 at 5:31 AM
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The Presbytery of the Inland Northwest has recently finished the first cohort of the Ezra 3 Project, a project aimed to empower churches, particularly those facing declining membership.

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Ezra 3 Project Helps Spokane Churches Serve Communities
Through the Ezra 3 Church Project, local Presbyterian churches are reimagining their spaces to meet community needs and revive congregational life.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Fascism expert to speak in Spokane on combating authoritarianism before it’s too late

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Joan Braune Warns: America Nears the Clock of Fascism
Gonzaga’s Joan Braune says time is running out to stop rising fascism in America. Her Nov. 8 talk offers ways to defend democracy before it’s too late.
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November 4, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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Is there a way for Christians to celebrate Halloween in a holy way that shares the love of Christ?

Columnist Mark Griswold shares his thoughts on today’s column.

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How Christians Can Reclaim Halloween with celebration
Instead of condemning Halloween, Christians can use it to share Christ’s love—meeting neighbors, celebrating joy, and honoring All Saints Day.
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November 3, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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@favsnews.bsky.social is looking for more volunteer columnists! If you live in Washington or Idaho and want to write about faith or ethics - message me! We especially need Jewish, Muslim and Evangelical columnists
November 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM