This free forum will include reading and conversation with the author, Frank Fromherz, on his book, A Disarming Spirit: The Life of Archbishop Raymond Hunthausen. Books will be available for sale and signing by the author. Learn more about the book: https://www.carroll.edu/event/fromherz-life-archbishop-raymond-hunthausen
Please note that due to a time change of the hearing, the Interfaith Service preceding the rally has been cancelled and the Rally will now start at 1:30 p.m. Join us for a rally for Juliana v. United States Youth Plaintiffs! The youth are suing the federal government, seeking justice through court-ordered actions to mitigate … Continue reading Our Children’s Trust: Rally to Support Climate Justice
On June 12, "Free Trip to Egypt" opens nationwide for a one-day-only-event in 500 theaters across in the United States for our #PledgeToListen Day of Unity. The screening will be followed by a telecast live-panel discussion from Washington DC featuring Tarek Mounib, politicians, and thought leaders. The timely new documentary follows the journey of Tarek … Continue reading Free Trip to Egypt Film Screening: #PledgeToListen Day of Unity
Join us for a free screening of “Summer in the Forest,” a film about a L’Arche community in France, followed by a reception and panel discussion. The life and legacy of Jean Vanier, who passed away peacefully May 7, 2019, will also be celebrated. About "Summer in the Forest": Like countless others, Philippe, Michel, Andre … Continue reading Summer in the Forest Screening
Join us at this refugee celebration with performances, food, activities for kids, cultural displays and more! Free event. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/PDXworldrefugeeday/ or contact pdx.wrd@gmail.com. Cosponsors include EMO's Sponsors Organized to Assist Refugees, Catholic Charities, IRCO, and many other organizations in the Portland metro area.
Caution: Violent extremism is rising! Is your congregation safe? Church, synagogue, mosque, temple, and other congregational leaders and security departments are urged to attend this special emergency training, briefing, and active shooter safety presentation to prepare places of worship for potential attacks and violent extremism, such as the shooting at the Chabad of Poway in … Continue reading Emergency Training for Faith Communities in Response to Violent Extremism
Join people of faith across Oregon - and beyond - in holding a Criminal Justice Sabbath on the weekend of July 12-14, 2019. If you can’t join in on that weekend, host a Criminal Justice Sabbath any day - and let us know when you do, at cosa@emoregon.org! Criminal Justice Sabbath is a time for … Continue reading Criminal Justice Sabbath 2019
If you are a faith leader, you and your house of worship are an important contact point for Veterans in your community. Sometimes clergy members aren’t aware of the veterans in their congregation or how they might help a veteran and their family following deployment. Clergy may recognize veterans who are struggling in their return … Continue reading Collaborating in Care: Ministry and Mental Health
There's no place like Second Home! Join us in a fun-filled fundraising celebration for Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon's Second Home, a community-wide commitment to provide safe and stable homes for the unaccompanied high school students among us. This event is family-friendly in every way. The celebration will feature a community & youth art sale, wine … Continue reading Second Home Celebration
Come hear immigrant women, and discuss issues facing immigrants in Oregon today. Enjoy live Brazilian jazz and light refreshments. Speakers and small group discussions will help us know each other better. The public is invited. Learn more about the event.
