Us Vs. Them
When we do public events on anti-Muslim bigotry, we begin by asking those gathered to read the First Amendment to the US Constitution. Why? Because the framework of the public and political conversation is “Us vs. Them.” Everything stated in that environment is seen in terms of whether it supports or opposes your side. When…
Read MoreInterview on Paxis with Taylor Weech
https://www.breaker.audio/praxis/e/51889150 Host Taylor Weech interviews Pastor Terry Kyllo about his work with Neighbors in Faith. He is coming to Spokane on a Faith Over Fear Roadshow with Aneelah Afzali to share their work on using Muslim-Christian dialogue to overcome anti-Muslim bigotry and the conversation covers a huge array of topics related to anti-Muslim sentiment in…
Read MoreInterfaith Response to Marysville Shooting
M’ville’s interfaith service shows ‘unity in the community’ (slide show) MARYSVILLE – Instead of tearing the community apart, the school shooting at Marysville-Pilchuck last October has brought about “unity in the community.” by Steve Powell Wednesday, February 25, 2015 3:55pm MARYSVILLE – Instead of tearing the community apart, the school shooting at Marysville-Pilchuck last October…
Read MoreFather Treacy at Ninety-Nine
https://www.goskagit.com/news/at-the-rev-william-treacy-continues-legacy-of-compassion/article_ff2d689a-dc90-5244-86d5-e935be43032c.html At 99, the Rev. William Treacy continues legacy of compassion By LEAH ALLEN @Leah_SVH MOUNT VERNON — Listening to the Rev. William Treacy speak is like taking a step back in history. “So, what would you like to know?” the Catholic priest asks, a soft smile spreading across his face. Everything. But with…
Read MoreSolidarity with our Sikh Neighbors after Bellingham Hate Crime
Man pleads not guilty to allegedly assaulting Sikh Uber driver by Nick Popham | KOMO News Friday, December 13th 2019 WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. – A 22-year-old Bellingham man pleaded not guilty to allegedly assaulting an Uber driver who wears a turban and is a follower of the Sikh religion. The driver is still recovering…
Read MoreKOMO TV after Sri Lanka Tragedy
https://komonews.com/news/local/sri-lanka-attacks-hit-home-with-puget-sound-community-leaders-and-residents Sri Lanka attacks hit home with Puget Sound community, leaders and residents by Suzanne Phan/KOMO News Sunday, April 21st 2019 A view of St. Sebastian’s Church damaged in blast in Negombo, north of Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sunday, April 21, 2019. Hundreds of people killed, many more hurt in Sri Lanka after explosions at…
Read MoreIn the Wake of the Tree of Life Tragedy
https://komonews.com/news/local/religious-groups-stand-in-solidarity-in-wake-of-synagogue-shooting by Suzanne Phan / KOMO News Sunday, October 28th 2018 SEATTLE — Interfaith communities are standing together and showing their support for Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life synagogue on Sunday. In Seattle, different communities are coming together to support those touched by the tragedy and to pray for healing. A prayer vigil is…
Read MoreTerry On KOMO radio after the Orlando Shooting
https://komonews.com/news/local/even-leaders-struggle-to-find-right-words-in-wake-of-this-latest-mass-shooting Even leaders struggle to find right words in wake of this latest mass shooting by Brian Calvert Monday, June 13th 2016 Some will look to their FAITH for comfort on a day like today. But as KOMO’s Brian Calvert finds out, even some faith leaders are struggling to come up with the right words.…
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