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People of Faith Gather to Support Initiative 26-201 (Portland Clean Energy Fund)

First Unitarian Church 1211 SW Main St., Portland, OR, United States

E.D. Mondaine of the NAACP and Tony DeFalco of Verde and Living Cully will talk about the measure and why it’s important to us all. Together we can share how our faiths call us to support justice for all. 6 p.m. Live music, networking and food. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Program All churches, synagogues, temples … Continue reading People of Faith Gather to Support Initiative 26-201 (Portland Clean Energy Fund)

A Call to Action: Cultivating Peace

Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church 3138 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland, OR

Keynote speaker Arun Gandhi will honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and his grandfather, Mahatma Gandhi. Arun teaches the philosophy of nonviolence to move our world in the direction of peace. This is free community event; donations welcome for Arun Gandhi's Schools in India.

Celebrate Sanctuary Benefit Concert

Augustana Lutheran Church 2710 NE 14th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Concert proceeds to benefit the No on Measure 105 Campaign.

Ballot Measure Forum

First United Methodist Church 1838 SW Jefferson, Portland, OR

EMO's Public Policy Advocacy Director Britt Conroy will present information on Oregon's November 2018 ballot measures. Lunch will be provided before the forum begins. The forum is hosted by First United Methodist Church of Portland and will be held in the Fireside Room.

Forum on Income Inequality: How does this happen?

Augustana Lutheran Church 2710 NE 14th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

JOIN US AS WE SCREEN ROBERT REICH’S DOCUMENTARY “SAVING CAPITALISM.” America was once celebrated for and defined by its large and prosperous middle class. Now, this middle class is shrinking and the country faces its greatest wealth disparity in eighty years. Why is the economic system that made America strong suddenly failing us, and how … Continue reading Forum on Income Inequality: How does this happen?

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2018 Collins Summit “Human Migration: Claiming roots in an uprooted world”

Concordia University 2811 NE Holman St., Portland, OR

Registration is now open for EMO's 2018 Collins Summit exploring the causes, challenges and opportunities of human migration in an increasingly global society. Join a diverse group of refugees, immigrants, advocates and scholars to develop an informed and compassionate approach to human migration both within and across borders. The event will include an afternoon seminar … Continue reading 2018 Collins Summit “Human Migration: Claiming roots in an uprooted world”

$15 – $60

A Labor of Love: Facing the Challenges of Caregiving for a Spouse or Intimate Partner

Northwest Catholic Counseling Center 8383 NE Sandy Blvd., Suite 205, Portland, OR, United States

It’s one thing to promise faithfulness in sickness and in health, but the reality of caring for a spouse with chronic or terminal illness can feel like too much to bear. It’s not just that the physical demands take such a toll. Fear, anxiety, confusion, disappointment, uncertainty, sadness, and anger can sap emotional strength and … Continue reading A Labor of Love: Facing the Challenges of Caregiving for a Spouse or Intimate Partner

$25

Pre-Election Day Labyrinth Walk: A time for personal quiet, reflection and centering

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral 147 NW 19th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Election time can be stressful and anxiety provoking.  Fears and hopes become more alive in our thoughts. Many emotions run high and we can feel greatly out of control and off balance. The Trinity Labyrinth Guild is offering a pre-election day labyrinth walk. The labyrinth is an ancient pattern that naturally calms the mind, emotions … Continue reading Pre-Election Day Labyrinth Walk: A time for personal quiet, reflection and centering

A Pilgrimage to the Chartres Labyrinth: Presentation, discussion and guided meditation

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral 147 NW 19th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

The Chartres Cathedral Labyrinth in France is the best persevered medieval labyrinth of the 80 labyrinths built in 11th and 12th century Europe. Pilgrimage was very important in medieval Europe and Chartres was a major stop for pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. Pilgrimage is again popular in our … Continue reading A Pilgrimage to the Chartres Labyrinth: Presentation, discussion and guided meditation

Fair Trade Autumn Market

First Presbyterian Church 1200 SW Alder St, Portland, OR, United States

You are warmly invited to shop the Fair Trade Autumn Market at First Presbyterian Church (FCP). Vendors will have Fair Trade wearables, fine crafts, and indigenous art from Bangladesh, Central and South America, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. FPC’s own Fair Trade will have olive oil products, coffees and chocolates from Palestine, Mexico, and Central and … Continue reading Fair Trade Autumn Market