Special Event

The Traveler & The Bishop: American Democracy & Christian Nationalism with Rick Steves and Bishop Shelley Bryan Wee

Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Eastvold Auditorium in the Karen Hille Phillips Center
Pacific Lutheran University
12180 Park Ave. S., Tacoma, WA 98447

Join Rick Steves for a European take on Trump and the state of American democracy (basically his “No Kings” rally speech, updated and with an indoor voice). Then, Lutheran Bishop Shelley Bryan Wee (ELCA) will share a hard look (inspired by scripture) at the perversion of Christianity called "Christian Nationalism." Rick’s talk will share how history is speaking to us — and how, if we listen, we can better understand and meet the challenges facing democracy in the USA. And, whether you consider yourself a person of faith or not, Bishop Shelley’s message will bring a new dimension to your thinking about the place of religion in the political discourse of our country.

It's free to attend but you must register below to be admitted into the auditorium.

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