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May 2022
Gonzaga University engages campus, community in diversity, equity, inclusion
Art contest is a way to invite students to study the impact of the Holocaust
Former Spokane pastor presents climate issues in a virtual visit to Guatemala
Professor links 'militant masculinity' in media with rise of Christian nationalism
Opportunity Presbyterian quilters make and donate thousands of quilts and more
Family Promise of North Idaho promotes housing stability along with its shelter
Tri-Cities Immigrant Coalition connects congregations to help resettle Afghans
Five days at border were 'life-changing' for team of seven from St. Aloysius
'San Pedro Syndrome' raises some questions about some mission approaches
Sounding Board: Jewish and Black panelists consider 'Separate Histories and Common Challenges'
Our Place's food bank offers choices for guests, so they feel they are shopping
House of Charities plans to relocate and build new, low-barrier 24/7 shelter
April 2022
Family Promise shelter, programs open doors to permanent housing
History professor tells of Expo '74's impact on environment then and now
The Fig Tree coordinates interfaith panel on spring holy days and earth care
While facts may push people away, curiosity and stories build relationships
Seth Holmes produces film about farm workers and indigenous teens' families
Commercial studio finds a philanthropic niche: nonprofit fundraising events
YWCA's Our Sister's Closet gives clients access to clothing for jobs, esteem
Conferences raise ethics, voices for renegotiations of Columbia River Treaty
EWU Food Pantry responds to food insecurity for its two campus communities
School board and staff member discuss new Spokane schools Equity Policy
5K Walks will be held in Moscow, Post Falls launch mental health awareness
EWU auditorium shines yellow and blue lights on curtains in solidarity with Ukraine
Slavic churches, community form Ukrainian Relief Coalition to provide aid
Benefit speakers value ways The Fig Tree spreads seeds of hope for all
Sounding Board: Conference minister reflects on ways to live in this time of pandemic uncertainty
Chewelah church keeps its Advent message of 'Hope' lit year round
Hope for Creation Conference offers numerous presentations
March 2022
Volunteers drive posts in stream, weave branches around them, to make dams
Expanding diversity on campus is about recruiting and retaining faculty, students
Hope for Creation Conference readies community to celebrate Expo '74's 50th
Carl Maxey Center opens doors and opportunities for Spokane's Black community
Three housing advocates offer solutions on issues of housing and homelessness
Kristine Hoover leads workshops on elements for 'Securing Our Democracy'
In showing that rivals can live in peace, Olympics challenge war games over Ukraine
Educator warns about influence of the far-right seeping into mainstream spaces
Holy Names Sisters grant helps support Fig Tree newspaper, directory, interns
February 2022
EWU professor engages students through reflection, questions, interactions
Martin Luther King Day goes online bringing words of challenge, dreaming
Faith-based advocates present an overview of issues before legislature
Interfaith panel looks at issues of concern and impact of faith teachings
Professor is a wilderness guide leading students to explore natural world
Rising costs lead Habitat North Idaho to build multi-unit housing units
Bitterroot Mountain Publishing House provides avenue for local authors
Priest sees possibility to end divisions, bring hope in political spheres
Communications professor suggests some tools help counter hate speech
Each year, each edition is the same but new in this journalistic journey
'Between the trees' in poetry and photographs connects people with camp
January 2022
New PICA leader helps expand services to Pacific Islanders in Spokane area
Fr. Pat Conroy former chaplain to Congress sees hope despite political divisions
Volunteers build carts for people who cannot walk because of wars, disease
Couple share their Sikh tradition of hospitality through food in restaurant
Church's building expansion includes technology for hybrid worship, meetings
Two teachers use 'amplifier art' to help students understand Anne Frank
Sounding Board: Gail Hammer says expressing joy is a way to counter oppression and end hate
Editorial: The late Desmond Tutu's words are his best legacy and his challenge for today
Editorial: Stories matter: life-giving stories inspire us to the work God calls us to do