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  • From tragedy to triumph: How one Spokane daughter created Father’s Day

    From tragedy to triumph: How one Spokane daughter created Father’s Day

    In 1898, William Smart chose to raise six children alone. Eleven years later, his daughter Sonora created Father’s Day to honor his sacrifice.

    Ron Hauenstein

    Ron is a semi-retired life insurance agent. He was raised in Reardan, WA and began his life insurance career in Fairbanks, Alaska. He and his wife Becky have two grown children. Ron and Becky attend Victory Faith Fellowship in the Spokane Valley and have lived in Spokane since 1993.

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  • When forgiveness matters more than justice: A Father’s Day reflection

    When forgiveness matters more than justice: A Father’s Day reflection

    Two fathers in Spokane chose their children over justified anger. Their story reveals why Father’s Day matters more than ever – and how you can help transform a father’s life today.

    Ron Hauenstein

    Ron is a semi-retired life insurance agent. He was raised in Reardan, WA and began his life insurance career in Fairbanks, Alaska. He and his wife Becky have two grown children. Ron and Becky attend Victory Faith Fellowship in the Spokane Valley and have lived in Spokane since 1993.

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  • Father’s Day 2025: Celebrating 115 years in Spokane

    Father’s Day 2025: Celebrating 115 years in Spokane

    Join us June 15 at Liberty Park for SpoFI’s Father’s Day celebration in the city that created the holiday 115 years ago. We’re honoring our 725+ program graduates, launching SpoFI 2.0, and celebrating the fathers who prove transformation is possible. Free family event from 12-3 PM with food, games, and recognition ceremony.

    Lawrence Jay Long

    Proud father of two awesome boys, nature enthusiast, tech enthusiast, tinkerer, runner, and friend. I am dedicated to empowering men to realize their potential and lead meaningful lives. I share SpoFI’s practices and work diligently, striving to encourage and model the lessons taught here.

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