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April 20, 2014 - The Cross & the NIKE Swoosh

By Paul Louis Metzger Multnomah University Professor New Wine Skins Ministry I wonder at times if we have replaced the cross with the Nike swoosh symbol on our church buildings. Just so you know, this post is not about the church if we mean by church those hypocritical people over […]


April 18, 2014 - New heaven film disputed by critics

Below is a video trailer of the new Heaven is for Real film followed by a skeptical theologian. Edit White Horse Media Press Release The real-life story behind ‘Heaven is for Real’ seems so encouraging. 4-year-old Colton Burpo, during emergency surgery in 2003, has a near-death experience, exits his body, […]


April 16, 2014 - Ore. students protest with “No Gay Day”

KPTV-12 Portland did a news report on four Oregon City High School students who wore “No Gay Day” to school during a Day of Silence event designed to raise awareness of gay bullying. Please watch the video below for more details. KPTV – FOX 12


April 15, 2014 - CEO champ hosts Good Friday Event

Open Arms International, Portland, Oregon The Portland Good Friday Breakfast is an uplifting community event that brings together leaders from the religious, business and civic communities to hear an inspirational message on the day which marks the historical death of Jesus Christ. This year, we tackle some of our most […]


April 13, 2014 - Abortion petition tries drive-thru

Drive-Through and Sign the Petition to Stop Taxpayer-Funded Abortion on Tax Day Press release by Oregon 2014 Petition Committee Churches across the state are loaning their parking lots to the petition effort to stop taxpayer-funded abortion. On Tuesday, April 15 —Tax Day —motorists will be able to drive-through and sign […]


April 11, 2014 - American Pope is plot behind new TV series

By Catholic League for Religious & Civil Rights Bill Donohue comments on a new TV series about a fictional American pope, His Holiness Pope Lenny: Paolo Sorrentino, the Italian director who won an Oscar for best foreign film, “The Great Beauty,” is planning a TV series about the Vatican. According […]


April 8, 2014 - Noah Film: Why I walked out

Noah Film: Why I walked out By Guest Opinion Imagine a new Hollywood movie on the Civil War where Abraham Lincoln is casted as the enemy who never speaks but conveys terror with his inhumane actions.  Imagine abolitionists are portrayed as evil and the Southern slave owners portrayed as humble […]


April 7, 2014 - New religion workplace guidance rules

Barran Liebman Oregon Law Firm EEOC Issues New Religion Guidance On March 6, 2014, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission provided new and updated guidance on employers’ responsibilities to protect against religious discrimination and facilitate accommodation. There are two publications—a question and answer guide entitled “Religious Garb and Grooming in the […]


April 6, 2014 - Gresham ministry helps women find hope & homes

Beth Rhinehart Bethany House, Inc Founder, Director Bethany House, founded over two decades ago, by Beth Rhinehart, has helped over 1,000 women and children find healing, hope, and practical help for living better lives. By providing a safe living environment, personal counseling and support, educational opportunities, career development, parenting classes, […]


April 4, 2014 - God’s Not Dead film surprises at box office

From God’s Not Dead Official Blog You may have heard God’s Not Dead was an incredible success this last opening weekend. It wouldn’t be possible without you, our fans, so we want to say a BIG Thank You!! Here’s just some of the press coverage we’ve gotten below: Moviefone: ”Take […]