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Elizabeth Backstrom

Elizabeth Backstrom majored in journalism at Western Washington University and currently works as remotely as a grant writer. Her background is in news writing and features, but if an overabundance of caffeine is consumed, she has been known to write a humor piece or two. Backstrom attended various Christian churches growing up in Washington State and in her free time enjoys reading about history, religion and politics.

Ask An Evangelical: Why are megachurches tied to the Evangelical church?

The definition of megachurch is pretty broad; technically it's any church with more than 2,000 members.

Video of Today’s Coffee Talk: Does Age Matter in Worship?

How does our birth year influence the way we worship or think about faith?  Does it have any influence at all, or are the differences just between styles of worship?

Spokane churches help families get out of debt

For many people, a new year means a fresh start for a diet or a fitness plan. For students in Financial Peace University, it’s a time to turn over a new leaf in the budget.

How to listen to people you disagree with

The name of this post probably surprised you. It was supposed to be ‘How to talk to people you disagree with.’ But as I started researching this topic, I realized that title wasn’t right.

The complications of prayer

Too often, we use prayer as a substitute for action on actionable things. Sometimes, we can’t fix a problem. Not everyone can help cure cancer. But usually there’s at least one physical thing we can do to help someone.

“Me too” movement shows us we’re not alone

I'm floored by the number of women sharing the 'me too' status this week, to say they have been sexually assaulted or harassed. I shouldn't be, but I am. 

We’re doing happiness wrong

Who gets to say if sadness or anger is legitimate, and what does happiness look like, anyway?

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