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Päivi Räsänen: “This is not hate speech - it is love speech”

1 month ago | evangelicalfocus.com | Daniel Hofkamp |a Christian

In an exclusive interview, Finnish politician and committed Christian Päivi Räsänen reflected on six years of legal battles and the future of Christian freedoms in Europe. In September 2019, Evangelical Focus first reported on the criminal investigation against Finnish member of parliament Päivi Räsänen, following a tweet she posted in June of that year. Almost six years later, and after two court victories, the case is still open in Finland’s highest court.
Shifting from shock and disillusionment to a more realistic hope after Trump's election victory

Nov 18, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS NewsAlmost two weeks ago was election Tuesday. I went from feeling peaceful and optimistic about my country’s future to feeling horrified and scared of not only the future but also my fellow citizens. I was in shock that Donald Trump, insurrectionist, sexual abuser, convicted felon and pathological liar got elected to the highest office in the land. I cried. A lot. I worried. I breathed. I exercised and drank water.
Atheists inspired hope in my fight against hate at recent rally

Nov 4, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS News I was invited to speak at an American Atheists conference called Unite Against Hate that took place Oct. 25-26. The theme was on resisting white supremacy and Christian nationalism in the Pacific Northwest. Fellow speakers included lawyers who have dedicated their lives to fighting for the separation of church and state and for women’s rights to healthcare and professors who educate the public on fascism and Christian nationalism.
Confronting Implicit Bias: Rethinking Kamala Harris

Sep 26, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS NewsI have something to confess. I have racist tendencies within me that pop out from time to time without my approval. It’s not by choice but by circumstance. Racism was inherent in the foundation of America and has been in the air I breathe for all of my life. But I’m learning, trying to weed it out, and am better at seeing it in myself. And I noticed a new example recently.
Political Perspective: Biden's Shocking Endorsement of Harris through the lens of camping

Aug 1, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS NewsWe stopped for our traditional lunch at Burger Express — mainly for the huckleberry milkshakes. I sat down, ready to turn my phone off for the next three days while camping at Priest Lake when it buzzed. I checked the text, thinking it may be the friends we were meeting at the campground. A friend had sent me a screenshot. President Biden was turning down the Democrats’ nomination and endorsing Kamala Harris for President.
We’re all hypocrites

Jun 27, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS NewsI had a humbling experience the other day while driving to work. I was backed up at a stop sign. While waiting for my turn to go, I decided to pull out my phone and check the text message that I heard ping earlier. As I was doing so, a car coming toward me from the other direction passed the car in front of them. They crossed a double yellow line in the process and barely avoided hitting the next car waiting at their side of the intersection.
Embracing love over hate: Lessons from Spokane's Pride Parade

Jun 10, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS NewsAttending the Pride Parade in downtown Spokane on Saturday, my eyes were drawn to some signs along the route. “Repent, perverts!” The poster waved above the crowd of people on a long pole, evolved to rise above the protective angels that have come to be expected at Pride events around the country.
Redwoods Visit: Learning Indigenous Resilience & Sacred Activism

Apr 24, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS NewsI was lucky enough recently to visit the Redwoods National Park in Klamath, California. My kids, ages 5 and 7, were on spring break, and their little legs dictated most of our activities for the week. I love to travel and hike and have enjoyed undertaking 16-mile long day hikes. The longest hike we planned for this trip was 1.5 miles. With no long distances to cover or great goals to achieve, we were free to ramble.
Black History Month for White People: Racism Is Our Problem

Feb 26, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS NewsWalking through this world as a white woman means that race rarely crosses my mind. I am not reminded of my skin color when shopping in a nice store. I don’t draw the clerk’s attention or get followed as I casually shop. This is a common experience for people of color. Even Oprah has experienced racial profiling while shopping. Oprah!I do not fly into a fight-or-flight panic when pulled over by the police.
Harmony Increases When We Are More Curious about One Another

Jan 31, 2024 | favs.news | Sarah Hayward |a Christian

Commentary by Sarah Henn Hayward | FāVS NewsWorld Interfaith Harmony Week (Feb. 1-7) will soon be upon us, and oh how we need it. For all its ability to bring peace and order to our lives, religion has also been the fuel and catalyst for much fighting and strife. Religious beliefs can cause tension not only between people groups and nations but also between friends and family members.