Erika Kirk to Speak at Pursuit Church for Make Heaven Crowded Tour Amid Planned Protests
KIRKLAND—Erika Kirk, the widow of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) founder Charlie Kirk who was assassinated on September 10, 2025, is scheduled to appear as a speaker at the Pursuit Church – Kirkland on July 24 as part of the Make Heaven Crowded Tour. Other speakers include Pursuit Church Pastor Russell Johnson, along with Ross Johnston, […]
Celebrating a beacon of hope: Hundreds honor the legacy of Dr Gregory Jantz
EDMONDS—Hundreds came together at Westgate Chapel in Edmonds on Saturday, August 2, not just to mourn but to celebrate the life of Doctor Gregory Jantz who unexpectedly died in a vehicle accident at his home on July 4. As founder of The Center: A Place of Hope, Jantz spent over 40 years pioneering whole-person care, […]
Fatal shooting on the steps of Pursuit Church in Seattle’s University District
SEATTLE—A 28-year-old man, Lebron Givuan, was fatally shot in the chest on the steps of Pursuit Seattle Church in Seattle’s University District on Thursday evening, marking the city’s 23rd homicide of the year. Up to 30 bullet casings were found at the scene. “A man was murdered in front of his wife and son while […]
Parkgate: Christian group claims Seattle Parks denied venue near Pike Place, approved Cal Anderson Park
SEATTLE—What started as a peaceful rally by the Christian grassroots movement DontMessWithOurKids at Cal Anderson Park on Saturday, May 24, 2025, quickly turned into hours of violent clashes testing the faith of churchgoers, and the resolve of Seattle police, counter protesters, and elected officials. Led by former Republican Representative Matt Shea who is now Lead […]
Jews and Christians rally demanding UW end antisemitism on campus
SEATTLE—Approximately 500 attended a “United for Israel March” at the University of Washington, led by Pursuit Church NW, on Sunday, May 12, to take a stand against antisemitism that is plaguing the university’s campus. They were met with less than 200 pro-Hamas counter protesters whose faces were covered. The rally and following march were peaceful. […]
Son of Hamas founder stands with Israel at Snohomish event amidst statewide protests
SNOHOMISH, Wash., November 20, 2023—Son of Hamas author and former member of the controversial Palestinian group Hamas, Masab Hassan Yousef, spoke at Pursuit NW Church in Snohomish Monday, November 5, condemning the attacks of his former resistance movement and showing his support for Israel. “I’m not an advocate for the Jewish people or anyone – […]
Pursuit NW church to Health District, “We ain’t cancelling church!”
Snohomish, Wash. – The Pursuit NW, located in the city of Snohomish, received a 14-page letter from the Snohomish Health District on February 22 warning the church of potential prosecution by the Washington State Attorney General’s Office for complaints that it was violating the Governor’s Healthy Washington – Roadmap to Recovery proclamation orders. In the […]
Letter to the Editor: Protect Crime Victim Services in Snohomish County
Crime victim services in Washington are facing a serious funding cliff, and consequences will be felt in communities like ours if action is not taken this legislative session. Dawson Place Child Advocacy Center serves children and families impacted by abuse, sexual assault, and other serious crimes in Snohomish County — some of the most vulnerable […]
WSCJTC Arlington Regional Academy holds its first graduation of 27 law enforcement officers
ARLINGTON—Arlington’s Regional Basic Law Enforcement Academy graduated its first class of 27 new law enforcement officers on Tuesday, July 29, since opening its doors back in March. The opening of the training facility is just part of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission’s (WSCJTC) regional academy model to expand training access and strengthen local […]
38 Snohomish County CASA volunteers receive President’s Volunteer Service Award
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Thirty-eight dedicated volunteers with the Snohomish County Office of the Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program were honored with the prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) for their exceptional advocacy on behalf of children in 2024. The awards were presented during a celebratory recognition event hosted by CASA staff in April. Snohomish County Office […]
