| Sunday ServicesSunday, April 22: Service at 9:15 and 11:15 a.m.
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Earth Day-Rev. Bill SinkfordWhen phantoms tried to frighten and distract the Buddha, meditating under the Bodhi tree, he simply touched the earth. The earth became his foundation and his witness. On this Earth Day we celebrate interconnection, wholeness, and the redemption we can find in what one theologian calls "Brown Grace".
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Bill's Blog - "A Movie Review" ...it feels almost mandatory that I offer some thoughts in response to The Black Panther. The film continues to set box office records now close enough the Star Wars to begin raising eyebrows for some and expectation from others. “Wakanda” is the fictional East African country, hidden in plain sight, that is home to the Black Panther. It was in 1966 that the folks at Marvel Comics used the name for a hidden kingdom of scientist warriors with the most advanced technological capabilities on the planet. But the etymology of the name is far more ancient than that. And according to research reported in the Washington Post, the origin of the name is not African at all, but thoroughly American ...Continued
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Got a Minute? Let Your Voice Be Heard!
">Click here to take the First Unitarian Annual survey—it will only take 5 –10 minutes to complete. This year’s survey asks you to rate how well the Church is doing at meeting its mission, along with additional questions that ask you about the type of worship and other Church activities that nourish you the most. The survey will be open for only a short while in April, so don’t delay getting your views heard. You can also link to the survey at tinyurl.com/UUPDX2018. This year, the Board is committed to share results of the survey during May—stay tuned for an announcement regarding results later this month.
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Early Auction Registration: April 22 and 29Register before the May 6, 13 & 20 Auction, starting this Sunday at the Auction table in Fuller Hall after services, and your name will be put into a drawing for a chance to win a $25 discount on one item purchased at the auction. You will also be able to register at the time of the auction, but by registering early you will beat the rush and you may just win a discount!
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Path to Engagement Class
Sunday, April 22, 1 p.m.
New to First Unitarian? Come learn more about this church, its history and making connections here. Led by one of our ministers, the class is intended to be an orientation to the life of the congregation and also a chance to get to know other newcomers.
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Earth Day in Music and SongFriday, April 20, 7:30–9 p.m.
Eliot Chapel, SW 12th and Salmon in downtown Portland
All people of faith are invited to an evening of music, song, candle lighting, and quiet reflection. This service draws on Taizé, an ecumenical tradition from France. Featured artists are Michael Allen Harrison, Sky in the Road, Encore Singers of the Portland Symphonic Girlchoir, and Sing Portland. Donations requested for rental of space. RSVPs appreciated at Center for Earth Leadership, 503-244-0026 or Jeanne@earthleaders.org.
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Living with Dementia WorkshopRev. Jane Dwinell and Sky Yardley
Saturday, April 21, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
First Unitarian Portland
Cost: $10–15 per person, sliding scale Five million people in the United States are living with dementia, and it is the sixth leading cause of death. The Living with Dementia workshop is for people who have dementia, their care partners, and anyone else whose life is affected by dementia. Members of congregations' Pastoral Care teams are especially encouraged to attend. Learn the signs and stages of dementia, how best to interact with people with dementia, and how to make your congregation dementia-friendly. Open sharing, small group work, and role plays will be part of the workshop. Come and help erase the stigma of dementia. The Rev. Jane Dwinell and Sky Yardley have been living with dementia since Sky’s diagnosis of early stage Alzheimer’s disease in the summer of 2016. They are traveling the country leading worship services and workshops in order to facilitate greater understanding of dementia, and have a blog: alzheimerscanyon.blogspot.com. Jane is a retired Unitarian Universalist minister, and Sky is a retired family mediator. Since their retirement, they have traveled extensively and done volunteer work, primarily in New Orleans. They now live in Burlington, VT with their son, Sayer, and his partner Emma. Their daughter, Dana, lives nearby in Montpelier, VT. As a family, they enjoy travel, disc golf, playing interesting board games, and having fun in and on Lake Champlain.
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Trittico della Musica di Antonio Vivaldi
Saturday, April 21, 7:30-9 p.m, at First Unitarian Church - "La primavera" Concerto for Violin from "Le quattro stagioni", No. 1, Op. 8, RV269
- Concerto in D minor for violin, organ and strings, RV541
- "Beatus Vir", for contralto, choir and strings, RV598
Featuring the First Unitarian Church Chalice Choir, Joe O'Donnell (organ), Signe Lusk (continuo), and strings.Free and open to the public. Any donations received will benefit the First Unitarian Church music ministry.
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The Art Show and SaleSaturday, April 21 from 12–7 p.m.
Concert afterwards at 7:30 p.m.
On Sunday, April 22, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
All in the Buchan Reception Hall.
The Art Sale has been an annual event; the proceeds go to support our church music programs. This year we'll have more than 20 local artists selling a wonderful variety of pieces—paintings, photographs, sculpture, craft tools, wearable art. The art comes in a great variety of media, and in a broad variety of prices. Many of the featured artists are also members of our church Please join us. Take home some inspiring artwork, and support the music and life at our church.
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Oregon Needs Universal Affordable Health Care
And you want to hear the greatest blues in Portland. So get your blues on by attending Health Care for All Oregon's (HCAO) biggest annual fundraiser, The Inner City Blues Festival Saturday, April 21. Details at the Economic Justice Action Group table on Sunday mornings. And you can buy discounted $20 tickets there ($25 at the door). Contact David Delk for more information.
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Portland Teach-in and Nonviolent Moral Direct Action Training with Oregon Poor People's Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival
Sunday, April 22, 12 –7 p.m.
Potluck at noon; bring something to share if you can. Event address will be sent via email after you RSVP for the Portland Training at to https://actionnetwork.org/events/portland-training. This event is in preparation for Monday, May 14th, when we will gather in Salem and begin 40 Days of Moral Action to shift the narrative around poverty and launch a long-term sustained campaign to address the systemic causes of racism, poverty, militarism, and ecological devastation.
Join us as we prepare for six weeks of nonviolent moral direct action through building relational power, grounding the movement in song and art, learning the details of the 40 Days of Moral Action, training in nonviolent philosophy and tactics, and engaging in political education. The Economic Justice Action Group of First Unitarian is a co-sponsor of this event. Questions? Email: oregon@poorpeoplescampaign.org or visit this page for more details.
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"13th" Film ScreeningTuesday, April 24, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Eliot Chapel, First Unitarian Portland
Free: All welcome
This award-winning, 2016 American documentary by director Ava DuVernay explores the “intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States.” Its title refers to the Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which freed the slaves and prohibited slavery—except as punishment for a crime. More information: kathryn@withyscott.com
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First Unitarian Immigrant Justice
Thursday, April 26, 10–11 a.m.
Join First Unitarian immigrant justice activists at this month's interfaith vigil at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) building, 4310 SW Macadam Avenue. This month’s vigil is co-sponsored by First Unitarian and Journey Koinonia with readings, song, moments of silence, and prayer as we reflect on the injustices of the current immigration system targeting marginalized communities of color.
By our presence we stand with our immigrant sisters and brothers who have been detained by ICE and face deportation often without representation or a voice. Your participation is a stand for justice. For more information contact Ann Zawaski at annzawaski@gmail.com.
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Support the ICE out of NORCOR Campaign
Saturday, April 28
Support the ICE out of NORCOR Campaign, a statewide interfaith action, commemorating the one year anniversary of the immigrants’ hunger strike at NORCOR, a four-county prison in the Dalles with a contract with ICE to detain immigrants. This is in violation of the intent of our state’s sanctuary law. The hunger strike brought national attention to the deplorable conditions at the prison where all imprisoned have no opportunity for family visitation, must pay 75 cents per minute for phone calls, and are offered sub-standard food as just a few of their complaints. A local interfaith group of activists have been holding daily vigils for the past year.
Join us at the statewide vigil on Saturday, April 28. A group from First Unitarian, along with others from around the city and state, will be carpooling to the Dalles that day. For more information, go to www.imirj.org or contact Wendy Rankin at wendyjrankin@gmail.com.
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Q&A Session with Bill Sinkford
Sunday, April 29, 1 p.m.
Join Rev. Bill Sinkford in Eliot Chapel for one of his regular series of Q&A sessions. After a very brief update on developments at the church, he will respond to the questions you bring about the church or about faith.
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Earth Month Carbon Drawdown
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The CFE Social Justice Group wants you to join the Community for Earth Drawdown EcoChallenge Team! Our church's challenge to the Anchorage Unitarian Universalist Fellowship has been accepted. The challenge has begun but it is never too late to join up. The Drawdown Eco Challenge is a 21-day engagement event focused on carbon reduction as the path to reduce global warming. It goes from April 4–April 25 and follows closely actions highlighted in Drawdown...Continued
Contact Sherry Hall, 971-212-1551, with questions.
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Alliance May Program
Wednesday, May 2, 11 a.m.
Featuring First Church member Darrell Grant sharing his philosophy of “Music as Change Agent.” Now Professor of Music at Portland State University, Grant has risen from his start as one of jazz’s young lions to an internationally recognized performer, composer, and educator who harnesses the power of music in the service of community, sustainability, and social justice ...Continued
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Debtors’ Assembly and Public BankingSaturday, May 5, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Join EJAG, Strike Debt Portland and Portland Pubic Banking Alliance in a public forum about the role of and effect of debt on our society. When student debt or medical debt or parent and grandparent debt gets to be excessive, how do we respond?
There will be time for telling your story; and a 4 person panel discussion. -Ellen Brown, founder of Public Bank Institute and author of The Web of Debt and The Public Bank Solution
-Dr. Nicholas Hartlep, Professor of Education Programs at Metropolitan State University, St. Paul, MN and author/editor of "The Neoliberal Agenda and the Student Debt Crisis in US Higher Education"
-David e. Delk, Chair of the Portland Public Banking Alliance
-Lane Thompson, Lane Thompson, Family Economic Opportunity Program Enrollment Specialist, Casa/Innovative Change
Doors open for registration at 9:30 a.m. in Buchan Reception.
$5-20 donation requested; no one turned away for lack of funds.
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Sick Around the WorldSaturday, May 5, 7 –9 p.m.
Join Economic Justice Action Group for this screening of PBS special “Sick Around the World” with T.R. Reid. The documentary asks the question: “Other Rich Countries have universal health care. Why Don’t We?” T .R. Reid will be at the screening to provide comments and a Q &A session. T.R. Reid is the author of the NYT bestseller, The Healing of America. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. in Eliot Chapel. $5-20 donation requested; no one turned away for lack of funds. More information: David Delk, davidafd@ymail.com
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Love in the Time of Chaos: Full Heart, Open MindMay 18 & 19 at First Unitarian Portland
Wisdom teachings & compassion practices from the Buddhist and Bhakti traditions.
Mirabai Bush, Rameshwar Das, with Ram Dass (via big-screen Skype)
And a night of kirtan with Jai Uttal & Friends
Info/Registration: www.livingearthoregon.org/love-time-chaos/
In this volatile era, transformative approaches to engagement are crucial. With an outstanding faculty, this weekend workshop will explore enduring wisdom practices from the Buddhist and bhakti traditions.
Ram Dass is an American cultural pioneer whose journey through academia, psychedelia, social action, and spiritual exploration electrified the boomer generation, influencing ...Continued.
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April's Art WallIn April Jodi Burton is featured. Her oils touch the transitory colors of Oregon’s landscapes. She tries to tell an atmospheric story rather than just copying the landscape in a spontaneous style.
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Police Peace PDX 2018Wednesday, May 2, 5:30–8 p.m.
Community Police Forum Focused on Addressing Police and the Community in Dialogue and Workshops
Presented by: Youth Educating Police
Eliot Chapel, First Unitarian Portland
FREE. For more informatoin and to RSVP, go to https://policepeacepdx.com/
We are pleased to have the opportunity to host this third-annual event planned and produced by Portland-area students.
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Bookstore
The bookstore has MORE copies of Kim Stafford’s “little books” that were so popular at the most recent Alliance meeting. We have “Little Book for Common Good” along with four other titles—just $5 each.
Did you miss the Book Sale? Don’t worry: a smaller version of the sale continues year-round on the landing next to the bookstore in Fuller Hall. All books are $1 each, and funds benefit scholarships for adult classes.
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Program EventsAdult Programs, Learning Community, Music & Arts, Social Justice
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Pick up your Winter/Spring 2018 Program Guide to classes and retreats at the Adult Programs table!
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Breema: The Art of Being Present
Three alternating Tuesdays: Apr. 24, May 8, and 22; 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Breema® bodywork and Self-Breema® exercises are simple and effective ways to harmonize the body, mind, and feelings, and live in the present moment. www.breema.com. Facilitators: Ruth Lane and Linda Livermore. Fee: $10.
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Living Your Life with Intention
Four Thursdays: Apr. 26, May 3, 10, and 17; 7 - 9 p.m.
Class involves discussion, practice, and journaling and will use the companion book Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life by Dave Evans and Bill Burnett. Facilitator: Rev. Duane Fickeisen. No fee.
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Transitions: Resilience to Support Change
Four Thursdays: May 3, 10, 17, and 24; 1–3 p.m.
Explore transition as an active verb, experimenting with movement, collage, meditation, and other art forms. No fee.
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No More Books Please! The Book Sale is Retiring…After a 10-year run of stellar success, the Adult Programs Committee has decided to retire the Book Sale. Over these past years, the Book Sale has raised thousands of dollars to support a scholarship fund to help people attend Adult Programs classes and retreats. Rest assured that we will continue to replenish the scholarship fund in other ways so that all of our events are financially accessible.
Many thanks to all of you who have donated books over the years. A special thanks to Katie Radditz, Sarah McKenzie, Ron Hall, and the many committee members and volunteers who worked hard to make the sale such a success.
In consideration of this decision, we ask that you no longer bring books to the church because we will no longer have the capacity to handle them. You can donate your books to the Friends of Multnomah County Library or Goodwill.
Thanks again to everyone for your support over the years!
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Childcare Position Available, Beginning June 2018
We are currently seeking someone to work primarily with infants and toddlers, with experience and comfort working with older kids every once in a while. This is a paid position ($12 to begin; $15 after six months) every Sunday with additional days/times upon request. Must work both services, 8:45 a.m. –12:45 p.m. and often until 3 p.m. when we have additional programming. Experience with children is a must. Inquire through Cathy Cartwright-Chow.
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Nursery and Childcare Available
We always have childcare for our wee ones on Sunday mornings.
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Emails
A weekly email goes out to all families registered in the Learning Community. It has descriptions of the upcoming Sunday classes as well as events and announcements. Be sure to check it out!
The Learning Community sends out: - An explanation of specific programming for the upcoming Sunday
- An invitation for classes to light the chalice on Sunday morning
- An invitation from Pingg.com to join us at an upcoming social event
Be sure they're going to your inbox!
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Family Winter Shelter Volunteers NeededThe staff from Portland Homeless Solutions (the agency that manages 13 Salmon in our building and the Family Winter Shelter at Beth Israel) is grateful for our church's strong support of FWS, which will be open through April 30. We have many opportunities for meal providers, helping hands, and kid time hosts. As the closing date comes nearer, PHFS will need about 50 volunteers to help pack and clean up. They also need drivers and vehicles to help move supplies to storage. If this interests you, please contact FWS Volunteer Coordinator TC Schumacher: tc@pdxhfs.org
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Soul Box Project Ongoing
The Peace Action Group is deeply committed to the Soul Box Project, paper origami art boxes revealing the gun violence epidemic in the US. The goal is 30,000 boxes delivered to Salem in Winter 2019. We plan monthly box making events at the Church throughout 2018 and are seeking paper supplies from you. Stop by the Peace Action table any Sunday with your paper donations. We seek paper of somewhat heavy weight; old calendars, art books, catalogs and wallpaper are ideal. Any amount helps! Thanks!
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Supplies Needed- Large trash cans
- Household cleaners
- Garbage bags
- Sponges
- Dish and hand soaps
- Laundry detergent
- Shower curtains with rings
- Dust pans and brooms
The emergency center was opened at the request of the Multnomah County/Portland Joint Office of Homeless Services.
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Thriving Weeds Need Attention!
April showers may bring May flowers but the weeds around our church campus have been loving the encouragement as well. It will require the attention of determined gardeners to give the beds regular cultivation throughout the spring and summer and the first foray is planned for Friday, April 27th from 9-11:00. The team of dedicated volunteers would appreciate additional help as an opportunity to challenge the weeds while enjoying congenial company. For more details on the April 27th session and future gardening alerts, contact Marti Yoder.
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| Seeking Sunday Welcoming Volunteers
If you like to greet people and make them feel welcome, this volunteer opportunity is for you: become a Welcome Desk or Newcomer Table host before or after a Sunday service.
This is a great way to connect with congregation members and newcomers. Contact Membership Chair Ed McClaran or call 971-279-2778.
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| Sunday Drivers Needed
Can you provide an occasional ride to Sunday services for a neighbor? Do you, or someone you know, need help getting to church?
Our First Unitarian Neighborhood Connections rideshare program helps match riders with drivers in Portland and Lake Oswego, and is organized by ZIP code. To learn more, contact Leslie Comnes, 503-236-2963.
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| Seeking Ushers
Here's a great volunteer opportunity: Become an usher and connect more deeply to members of our congregation. Won't you join our team? Contact usher coordinator Dev Dion or call 503-805-5899. Thank you.
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In the CommunityCommunity milestones, joys, and sorrows
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Ken Wheeler will have surgery to remove his spleen on Wed., April 18, at Sunnyside Hospital. He’ll be hospitalized for about 5 days, and will need that time for rest; so the family asks for no visitors. Prayers and cards of support would be appreciated. Ken has been hospitalized a couple of times recently as doctors continued to seek a diagnosis. We hold Ken and his wife Lorraine, their daughter Chris and her family at this difficult time. Member Sandy Hart had surgery on April 13 to repair her broken right wrist. She would appreciate our positive thoughts, prayers, and healing energy. A reminder that a memorial service will be held next Saturday (April 21) at 2 p.m. for Joseph La Marche. Joseph died February 24 in Goldendale WA. Thomas Christopher Hanlen joined his clan on March 29, 2018. His grandparents, members Mary Brooks and Mark Landa, are so delighted. His four-year-old sister refers to him as ”my baby brother, and his last name is Thomas.”
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For the latest updates on Board activities, please visit the Board's webpage, which includes the latest time/location for all Board-related events and the latest updates from our Moderator, Randy Russell.
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Board of Trustees
Your Board of Trustees Moderator Randy Russell has posted his April letter, which includes an update on our successful Burn the Mortgage campaign, the agenda topics for our next Board-sponsored forum (to be held after second service on May 6), and details of the Annual Vote, which will also be conducted in May.
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Regional Assembly Coming Here!The four districts of the UUA’s Pacific Western Region will gather April 27–29 in Portland for the 2018 Regional Assembly. Washington Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, advocate for women’s immigrant, civil, and human rights; and the Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray, newly elected UUA president, will appear. Programming includes workshops, worship, district meetings, and an optional social justice activity. A day-long professional day designed for religious professionals is planned for Friday, April 27, before the start of Regional Assembly. Discount lodging is available at the Portland DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, site of the Regional Assembly. Childcare and youth programming will be available.
Watch the PWR website for full details to be posted soon.
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Represent First Unitarian in the UU Democratic Process: Be a General Assembly DelegateThe UUA Outreach Group is accepting applications from those who wish to be a First Unitarian Portland delegate to the 2018 Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations General Assembly (GA) to be held in Kansas City, MO on June 20–24. Delegates can participate in person in Kansas City or remotely here in Portland. Financial support is available for delegates. All voting members are eligible to be a delegate. For more information about delegate selection and responsibilities, and to obtain an application, stop by the UUA Outreach Group table in Fuller Hall or go online here.
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Naming First Unitarian Foundation in Your Will or Estate PlanHelp assure the long-term sustainability of this beloved congregation by including First Unitarian Portland in your will or estate plan. Please fill out our Intent Form, or for more information, visit our website.
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Sunday Attendance1st Service: 285
2nd Service: 403
Musicians: 40
Total: 728
Livestream: 158
Grand Total: 886
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Ongoing GroupsThe following church groups meet on a regular schedule during our program year (approximately September through May or June). Many groups meet on an irregular basis. If you are unsure about a particular group's schedule, please contact the individual listed.
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| Africa Connections
This church social justice group supports advocacy and outreach work in communities in Kenya and Zimbabwe that have been deeply impacted by HIV AIDS. We do this through support of the IMANI Project, Zimbabwe Artists Project, and Quilts for Empowerment. Questions? Email Annie Bennett.
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The Alliance
The Alliance meets September through May, usually on the first Wednesday of the month, for a luncheon, business meeting, and program. Visit the Alliance web page. Questions? Email Alliance.
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| Animal Ministry Group
Normally meets on the fourth Sunday, 12:45 p.m., A303. Visit the Animal Ministry web page for special meeting times. Questions? 503-520-9012.
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Caregiver Support Group
We usually meet the fourth Sunday of the month.
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| Children's Mosaic Restoration Group
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| Committee on Hunger & Homelessness (COHHO)Meets monthly September through May on the third Sunday at 12:30 p.m. in A303, the Fireside Room, or visit our table in Fuller Hall on the second and fourth Sundays. Questions? Email co-chairs Mary Andrews and Ellen Vanderslice.
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Community for Earth (CFE)
The Community for Earth (CFE) is again selling the eco-friendly and community supportive Chinook book—each with its own app ($25)—and individual apps ($15). Use of the wide variety of coupons frequently more than covers the cost of the Chinook book and/or app. Buy yours today in our Beacon Bookstore. Cash sales at the CFE table. Questions? Susan Weinstein at 360-440-0564.
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| Contemplative Practice Group Second and fourth Tuesdays, 6:30–8 p.m., A301. Offers a regular opportunity for building community through silent meditation, mindfulness poetry, and deep discussion on church themes. Questions? Ron Walker.
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| Economic Justice Action Group (EJAG)The Economic Justice Action Group (EJAG) educates and advocates on issues of economic justice. Watch for our speaker, book, and movie events. Stop by our table for the latest information on fair trade, health care, democracy, and inequality and its dimensions. We meet the third Sunday of every month, September to June, at 9 a.m. in the Fireside Room. Contact: Michael Wade for more information.
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| Ending the New Jim Crow—Healing the Justice System Usually, monthly on the fourth Tuesday, 6:30–8 p.m., B302. Questions? Kathryn Scotten.
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Good Times Committee
Join with fellow congregants for social gatherings—from happy hour to hikes, from dinners to plays. Learn more and sign up with Good Times during social hour on Sundays. Questions? Laura Gadley, 847-525-8700.
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Immigrant Justice Action Group (IJAG)
We offer quarterly educational meetings on topics of relevance to the congregation, focused on issues/needs of immigrant and refugee communities. Through the IJAG Google group, recommended actions are disseminated. Contact Wendy here.
See our webpage for more info.
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LGBTQIA Pride Group
Find out the latest social events by picking up a flyer at our Pride Table in Fuller Hall for our monthly movie game night, monthly PDX roller skating, potlucks, and any projects being planned. Visit our Facebook page: First Unitarian Pride, Portland, OR for all of our events and the LGBTQIA events we are supporting in the Portland area.
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Meditation Group
Wednesday Night Meditation Group continues every Wednesday, 7–8:30 p.m, Eliot Chapel. Beginners welcomed. Questions? Mary Ann Harman.
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Monthly Grief GroupGrief is a common thread that connects many of us in our community. This drop-in group will hold compassionate organic space for listening, learning, and resources to live with the many forms of grief and caregiving. The group meets the third Sunday of each month from 1:15–2:45 p.m. in room B304 of the Buchan building. Facilitated by Rev. Rick Freeman and Sophia Douglas.
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| Parents of Teens Support Group, 1–2 p.m.
2nd and 4th Sundays
Connect with parents of teens to talk and share parenting topics and the joys and challenges of navigating life as parents, with the guidance of a lay minister. We are an open group. Childcare provided.
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| Peace Action Group Monthly on the second Saturday, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., Channing Room. Questions? Tess Beistel, Terri Shofner, Brianna Bragg.
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| Quilts of Love Group
Monthly on the third Thursday, 12–1:30 p.m., B310. Sew-in is on the first Thursday at Modern Domestic, 1408 NE Alberta St., from 10:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. This group creates quilts for families served by Portland Homeless Family Solutions as they transition from the shelter to a permanent home. More. Questions? Anna Thorn, 503-720-1984.
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SPECTRUM: LGBTQIA Spirituality Discussion Group
An ongoing discussion group for LGBTQIA-identified folks. Meets second and fourth Thursdays, 7–9 p.m. Join in exploring spirituality through a rainbow lens. Contact Intern Minister Crystal Zerfoss with questions at czerfoss@firstunitarianportland.org.
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| Sunday Morning T'ai Chi Chih
Sunday morning T'ai Chi Chih, 8:15–9 a.m.; check the sign board in the Buchan building for meeting locations. Questions? Email Adult Programs.
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UU Knitting GroupThe knitting circle meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month during the church year. Questions? Susan Pryor, 503-894-9945.
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| UU Men's Community
Third Saturday, 9 a.m., Channing Room. An open group where men of all ages can share life experiences, learn from each other, develop friendships, support one another, and have fun. Questions? Don Liedel, 503-319-8934; more info here.
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| UU Movie Group
Meets on the fourth Sunday of the month over a potluck meal at members’ homes. For more information, contact Nancy Panitch, 503-318-0776, or Ellie Kirkham, 971-544-7003. More info at the Good Times table in Fuller Hall.
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| UU Poetry Group
Twice monthly, on the second and fourth Thursdays, 7 p.m., Channing Room. Questions? Albert Starr.
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| UUA Outreach Group
Monthly on the last Wednesday at 7 p.m., usually in B310, but check the sign board when entering. Questions? Ken Wheeler.
If your interest lies in the larger picture of UU ministry, join us! Bill Pryor, 503-894-9945. We'd love to hear from you.
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Women’s CirclesI: First and third Mondays at 7 p.m. Questions? Tess Beistel, 503-257-2042.
II: Second and fourth Mondays at 7 p.m. Questions? Kim, 503-869-1486.
III: First and third Wednesdays from 10–11:30 a.m. Questions? Dorothy Lewis, 503-292-1337.
IV: Twice a month on Wednesday evenings. We are looking for participants of all ages for supportive sharing and discussion about such topics as parenting and spirituality. Questions? Amy, 503-241-5451.
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Sunday Livestream
Join us LIVE from your computer or smartphone on Sunday at 9:15 & 11:15 a.m.
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April's offertory is shared with the Oregon Just Transition Alliance: The Oregon Just Transition Alliance is a movement of communities facing environmental racism, climate change, and economic exploitation—the frontlines of injustice and the frontlines of change. They bring together organizations committed to base-building in most impacted communities. They gather to create ownership over our collective future and move Oregon toward an economy that is rooted in our shared values, the principles of a Just Transition. OJTA creates a new center of gravity in the broader environmental/climate justice movement consolidating frontline, environmental justice communities, and organizations committed to a movement-building, multi-sector, and holistic just transition framework into a formidable force.
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