Since 1983, the World Council of Churches and its assemblies have influenced the founding and ongoing publication of The Fig Tree newspaper.
Fig Tree editor Mary Stamp has attended assemblies since the 6th Assembly in Vancouver, BC, in 1983. A document on "Communicating Credibly" was part of the background in founding The Fig Tree in 1984.
This year, The Fig Tree is being represented by Mary, staff member Marijke Fakasiieiki and volunteers Catherine Ferguson and Gen Heywood, all as accredited press.
"We plan in this issue and online at thefigtree.org to provide links for people here to gain a taste of the event. Because the Assembly is Aug. 31 to Sept. 8, we will provide coverage of it . . . . .
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Holocaust Exhibit at Gonzaga invites people to do further study and engage in action
Freedom Project East program helps people released from prison reintegrate
Serving seniors in rural communities requires partnering with everyone on everything
Community team transforms a motel into a haven to house 90 refugee families
Pastor's sabbatical takes her on a trek to intersect with others around the world
Unity in the Community continues its legacy of celebrating the region's cultures
Bonner Homeless Transitions draws hidden homeless from forests into services
Disability Action Center has impact by making life for many more accessible
Spokane artist created COVID bubble by providing activities for neighbors' triplets
VetsGarage provides tools to occupy veterans' hands and minds so they gain skills
Soundingboard: WCC pre-assemblies set the stage for issues and discussions at 11th Assembly
Editorial: Stories and history help solidify who is in power, can keep other voices silent
Editorial: One woman's story lends insight into stories of many who are usually silent