GLAAD, the nation’s lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media advocacy and anti-defamation organization, today released ‘Missing Voices: A study of religious voices in mainstream media reports about LGBT equality’ in partnership with the University of Missouri Center on Religion & the Professions. The study analyzes messages presented in national …

Is Jesus’ death on a cross and resurrection really about chocolate, fun and cartoon characters? Ernesto Tinajero Are Passover Pete, lattes and other marketing techniques good for denominations? https://spokanefavs.com/culture/social-issues/are-passover-pete-lattes-and-other-marketing-techniques-good-for-denominati Tracy SimmonsTracy Simmons is an award-winning journalist specializing in religion reporting and digital entrepreneurship. In her approximate 20 years on the …

This summer young adults ages 18 to 29 can explore the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism within Western at Sravasti Abbey, a Buddhist monastic community in Newport. During the Young Adults: Exploring Buddhism 2012  residential program, guests will be fully integrated into the Sravasti community and will learn meditation, participate in Dharma teachings …

The Memorial Celebration for Emily Knapp will be Sunday, April 15th at 2 PM at Colville United Church of Christ Tracy SimmonsTracy Simmons is an award-winning journalist specializing in religion reporting and digital entrepreneurship. In her approximate 20 years on the religion beat, Simmons has tucked a notepad in her …

Americans feel the “Christian faith” has a positive impact on help for the poor and raising children with good morals, according to a new poll, but it gets a bad rap on its impact on sexuality in society. In a new study conducted by Grey Matter Research, more than 1,000 …

Christian singer Fernando Ortega will performin Spokane on April 26. Ortega, known for his contemporary sound and interpretation of traditional Christian hymns, will sing at The Lincoln Center.  Although tickets are free, a request for donations will be made at the show. Proceeds go toward Christ Kitchen and Christ Clinic. …