This former Buddhist monk left life at the monastery behind — but not his community Back in 2018, Annika Prom brought listeners the story of Venerable Prenz Sa-Ngoun, a then-20 year-old Cambodian-American Buddhist monk. In an effort to build a bridge between generations, Sa-Ngoun explained Buddhist practices and principles to viewers on Instagram and YouTube. It's been six years since Prom's original story, and a lot has changed. For one, Sa-Ngoun is no longer a monk. Libby Denkmann Play AudioListen 20 mins
Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple closed following arson that destroyed 'irreplaceable' historical documents The Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple, a hub for the local Japanese American community, is closed after an arsonist set fire to the building, police say. Natalie Akane Newcomb
Hanukkah celebrations inspire Jewish joy despite war and increasing antisemitism The war between Israel and Hamas, as well as a rise in antisemitism, has many Jews unsure how to celebrate Hanukkah this year. Some say they're focusing on hope and hospitality in dark times. Jason DeRose Play AudioListen 4 mins
7 in 10 U.S. adults consider themselves spiritual Although Americans have grown less likely to identify with an organized religion in recent decades, Pew Research has found many say they are spiritual in some way. Jason DeRose
Burien church proposes hosting homeless tent encampment as city's camping ban takes effect Oasis Home Church in Burien wants to open its parking lot as a space for people to temporarily live in their tents. Under a new city ordinance, it would be the only spot in Burien where people could do that legally. But now Burien’s city manager says the church doesn’t have the right paperwork to open the camp. Casey Martin
Churches confess and repent for sins against Native and Indigenous people Many Christian denominations in recent years have repudiated a doctrine that was used to justify the subjugation of Native and Indigenous people. That's now playing out in local congregations. Jason DeRose Play AudioListen 7 mins
Vatican gathering tackles topics from women in ministry to LGBTQ+ Catholics Roman Catholic leaders from around the world are gathering at the Vatican for a synod, or meeting, to address issues facing the church, including whether to allow women to become deacons. Jason DeRose Play AudioListen 5 mins
'We Are Not Strangers' depicts the little told story of allyship between Seattle's Sephardic and Japanese communities In his new graphic novel "We Are Not Strangers," author and illustrator Josh Tuininga explores the relationship between a Sephardic Jewish man and his Japanese American neighbor as they navigate the tension in Seattle on the precipice of World War II. Mike Davis Play AudioListen 13 mins
She chased 'ego death' — first in religion, then in parenthood Jia Tolentino has a nuanced perspective on her religious upbringing and her subsequent rejection of that belief system. And then what it meant to become a parent. Rachel Martin
Week in Review: Seattle Police Department, I-5, and Joe Kennedy Bill Radke discusses the week’s news with independent health journalist Joanne Silberner, Insider’s Katherine Long, and Seattle Channel’s Brian Callanan. Kevin Kniestedt Play AudioListen 52 mins
