The downtrodden are not 'takers' from society
Think "if not for the grace of God go I" when looking at people on welfare. And those poor still contribute to the common good, sometimes more generously than most of us.
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Think "if not for the grace of God go I" when looking at people on welfare. And those poor still contribute to the common good, sometimes more generously than most of us.
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As the Pacific Science Center gears up for its half-century birthday, Mossback digs into what caused Seattle's scientific love affair and what it means for the city now.
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It was a matter of listening to gay parishioners and learning about their loving lives in the church.
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It's all there, sorta, in the New Testament.
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"Hunger Games"? How about "Compassion Games"? A new effort will build on the community's resources and a 2008 visit by the Dalai Lama to make a difference.
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Adnan Latif suffered from mental health issues and was once cleared for release from Guantanamo.
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State Sen. Debbie Regala's vote in support of marriage for gay couples fit with her record as an elected official. But her decision to vote according to personal convictions came at a cost.
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Crosscut's guide to a culturally enriching weekend in the city. Or at least some fun.
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In a major reversal, congregations are thriving in city centers. And it's not just Mars Hill.
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Crosscut's guide to a culturally enriching weekend.
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Understanding the role of women in Islam starts from the inside.
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A debate about the causes of decline in churchgoing overlooks some key structural issues, such as undersized churches.
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Thoughts from a great Western writer on loss, wilderness and moving on.
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After a long struggle, Seattle may be the first city to offer permanent places of remembrance for its deceased homeless citizens. What public memorials tell us about art, activism and how we deal with death.
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Obama's public announcement in support of same-sex marriage has pushed Seattle's black clergy to re-examine their beliefs about morality, marriage and civil rights.
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There are hopes in the U.S. church that some of the huge numbers of inactive members will return.