Portland CROP Hunger Walk

First Christian Church 1314 SW Park Ave., Portland, Oregon, United States

CROP Hunger Walks are community-based fundraising events held in cities and towns across the United States, created to support the global mission of Church World Service, a faith-based organization transforming communities around the globe through just and sustainable responses to hunger, poverty, displacement and disaster. After a CROP Hunger Walk ends, 25 percent of the … Continue reading Portland CROP Hunger Walk

Youth v. Gov Discussion

Faith communities around the country and nation are watching Youth v. Gov together this month through Interfaith Power & Light. Find a screening near you, or you can still sign up to host a screening with your congregation or green team. Learn more about the film. Then, join us for a discussion of the film … Continue reading Youth v. Gov Discussion

Train of Tears

Riverside Community Church 317 State St., Hood River, Oregon

A "Train of Tears" commemoration will recall and reflect with regret one of the most painful chapters in the history of the Hood River Valley -- the forced internment of Japanese-Americans. The event at Riverside Community Church, United Church of Christ, will memorialize the date 80 years ago when more than 400 Japanese-American women, men … Continue reading Train of Tears

United for Peace

Congregation Beth Israel 1972 N.W. Flanders St., Portland, Oregon, United States

CLICK HERE to watch the live broadcast of the event beginning 6:55 p.m. Join people of faith and good will on the evening of May 17 as we gather in support of peace in Ukraine. We will hear the hopes and dreams of the Ukrainian community and church leaders, pray for them, and learn immediate … Continue reading United for Peace

Remembering Hiroshima & Nagasaki: Building Toward Nuclear Justice

Japanese American Historical Plaza NW Naito Parkway and Couch Street, Portland, Oregon

Join Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR) and community partners (including EMO) for the annual Portland-area memorial to the victims of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This year, the event will return to an in-person event after virtual events for the past few years as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and will … Continue reading Remembering Hiroshima & Nagasaki: Building Toward Nuclear Justice

Faith and Democracy in Crisis: Resisting Authoritarianism, Protecting Human Dignity

Spirit of Grace

This class is being hosted by SpiritofGracePDX.org for the larger ecumenical community. All who desire to examine Christian theology and explore ways to live out that faith within the public arena are welcome. Primary presenters will be Rev. Dr. Brian Brandt and Rev. Dr. Janet Parker. Guest presenter Dr. Anna Floerke Scheid of Duquesne University will … Continue reading Faith and Democracy in Crisis: Resisting Authoritarianism, Protecting Human Dignity

How To Read The Bible In The (Post) Corona Era

Buckley Center Auditorium 5000 N Willamette Blvd., Portland, Oregon

The University of Portland invites all to what promises to be a riveting lecture by international scholar Dr. Susanne Scholz! She will present on “How to Read the Bible in the (Post) Corona Era.” Dr. Scholz’s lecture is not just about the Bible. It is about how we think, and how we think through the … Continue reading How To Read The Bible In The (Post) Corona Era

Building Bridges

Lake Oswego Stake Center 14903 Westlake Dr., Lake Oswego, Oregon

The Role Religion and Religious Freedom Play in Building Harmony in Our Communities The keynote speaker and distinguished panel members will give insights from their experiences in building bridges within their communities, especially with those whose beliefs are different. All human beings deserve to be treated with respect, love, and dignity. The fireside will explore … Continue reading Building Bridges