The IRS prohibits tax-exempt organizations, such as churches, from endorsing political candidates for public office. Most ministers abide by this rule.
Last year LifeWay Research reported that 90 percent of Protestant pastors agree that they should not endorse candidates from the pulpit, even though 44 percent of them personally endorse candidates.
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May 24
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BRIEF: Free film showing highlights Native American Reconciliation group
On June 1 One Peace, Many Paths will host a free showing of "Two Rivers", the award-winning documentary previously shown on PBS.
“Two Rivers” documents the true story of a Native American Reconciliation group that began in a couple’s home in Northern Washington State.
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VIEWPOINTS: When, if ever, is it OK to preach politics from the pulpit?
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YFC fundraiser
Spokane Youth For Christ succeeded in raising $75,000 during its annual fundraiser this month.
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POLL: Have you ever contemplated suicide?
The Rev. Martin Elfert, author of our Father Knows Best column, has been prompted to write two posts about suicide recently.
His posts come at a time when suicides are making headlines.
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To forgive, divine
In a world in which nearly everything is public and immediate, it seems a day doesn’t go by without and someone saying something, tweeting something, blogging something, preaching something stupid.
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Coffee Talk: Relationships & Spirituality
Join us at 10 on June 1 at Morning Sun Bakery for our next Coffee Talk, where we'll discuss relationships and spirituality. Do shared spiritual practices matter? How is spiritual conflict resolved in a relationship? What are the benefits and challenges of a shared faith? Join our panelists as they examine these issues and more!
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