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November 16, 2022 - Portland’s mixed bag of homeless solutions

By Eric Fruits, Ph.D. Cascade Policy Institute Last week, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler and his council colleagues introduced five resolutions to deal with the city’s housing and homelessness crises. As in a natural disaster, thousands are shelterless, lawlessness is rife, and public health is in danger. But, this is a […]


November 14, 2022 - Convoy of Hope performs as super-charity amidst disastrous Hurricane Ian

There are a few reasons why the non-profit Convoy of Hope played an over-sized role in the disaster recovery during the category 4 hurricane Ian this year. Specifically, the organization helped more than 115,000 people recover from Hurricane Ian. First, Convoy of Hope moves at incredible speed. The Convoy trucks […]


November 11, 2022 - California Prop 1 passes

By Stop Prop 1 “We are extremely disappointed and saddened that Proposition 1 has passed in California. Despite strong support for some limits on abortion, the majority of California voters chose death over life. We will continue to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. It’s not acceptable for […]


November 9, 2022 - Who is Kevin Palau?

By Luis Palau Ministries, Oregon headquartered organization Who am I, Kevin Palau, president of the Luis Palau Association, when Luis Palau is not here with us? The good news is that God gives us the answer very clearly in Scripture. I am a beloved son, a beloved child empowered by […]


November 7, 2022 - Are People in Heaven Praying for Those on Earth?

By Randy Alcorn Eternal Perspectives Ministry Oregon headquartered ministry The answer is possibly yes—at least sometimes. Consider the evidence. Christ, the God-man, is in Heaven, at the right hand of God, interceding for people on Earth (Romans 8:34), which tells us there is at least one person who has died […]


November 3, 2022 - Abortion on ballot in 5 states

By League for Religious and Civil Rights, Catholic League president Bill Donohue comments on states that have abortion on the ballot: In August, voters in Kansas turned back an effort to amend the state constitution: it would have declared there is no right to an abortion. Now voters in five […]


November 1, 2022 - Stan Baumhofer: A call to make mental health treatment more effective

By Stan Baumhofer Longtime health advocate and candidate for State Representative. The number of Oregonians experiencing mental health issues during the pandemic has exploded. Of course, this trend has persisted for a long time, greatly exacerbated in recent years. We see more suffering from untreated mental health issues and addictions. […]


October 31, 2022 - Our own weakness actually helps our children build faith

By Randy Alcorn Eternal Perspectives Ministry Oregon headquartered ministry . Note from Randy: I’ve long told parents that saying, “I’m sorry, please forgive me,” may teach our children more than we would have by never failing, and far more than pretending we never fail. Likewise, sharing honestly with our children […]


October 28, 2022 - VATICAN II-60 YEARS LATER

By Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights It was sixty years ago today that the Second Vatican Council convened. Some changes were made affecting the liturgy, ecumenical relations—especially with Jews—canon law and religious life. The Church also issued important documents on religious liberty. It is a matter of debate […]


October 25, 2022 - Churches help people flee smoke

By Faith News Note, When smoke from wildfires polluted the air quality in Oregon, Clackamas County took the initiative to open three air quality relief shelters for homeless people, according to KATU. When monitors hovered near 200, indicating very unhealthy air quality, churches in Oregon City, Canby, and Molalla opened […]