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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Kyle Franklin

Kyle A. Franklin is a recent graduate of Gonzaga University, where he earned his Master's in Religious Studies. He completed his bachelor's degree in history and religion at Pacific Lutheran University in 2007 and has worked in both the ELCA Lutheran Church and the United Methodist Church.

Tim Cook’s coming out reminds us to follow our moral compass

Honestly, I do not feel like coming out is news anymore. Been there, done that. One's personal life is one's personal life.

What rewinding can teach us about biblical texts

The word "rewind" is one of my favorite words. It is not because of the way it sounds or even that catchy phrase: "Be kind--rewind!" Rewind is one of my favorite words because it is, to me, a great teaching tool.

Another school shooting – just another news story?

On Friday, (Oct. 24), we all heard terrible news yet again. Another school shooting. Another tragedy. And, unfortunately, just another news story...

Easily helping those around us

I recognize the extreme impact that simple acts can and do have on individuals. Let me explain.

Start simple, fight poverty

It has been about two years since the Spokane City Council passed an ordinance that restricts panhandling, sitting and lying down on sidewalks and rights of way.

Asking questions, changing perspectives

Several weeks ago, I was helping my parents move their new refrigerator into their house. I was wearing a pair of work slacks and, as we shifted the fridge from one angle to another, I heard the unmistakable sound of my slacks tearing.

Mercy for Fred Phelps

Fred Phelps, Westboro Baptist Church founder, died today. Simply put, I hate what this monster stood for, but if there is mercy for him, there is most certainly mercy for all.

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