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SUMMARY:Interrupting Contemporary Antisemitism
DESCRIPTION:Interrupting Contemporary Antisemitism: What Can We Do About It? A Community Conversation\nAntisemitic bias crimes and incidents have increased in Oregon and across the nation in the last few years. From conspiracy theories about COVID to violent attacks on synagogues\, Jewish communities are facing a new wave of threat to their safety and security. But what is the appropriate response to this form of virulent hatred that ultimately harms all communities? This event looks at the hurt caused by this new wave of anti-Jewish bias\, while focusing on practical skills to de-escalate potentially violent conflicts\, both on-line and in physical spaces. The assembled panel will discuss the current information on trends and patterns of antisemitism\, its impact on the local Jewish community\, social forces driving the increase in attacks\, and conflict resolution skills to successfully confront anti-Semitism. \nPanelists: Rabbi Michael Z. Cahana (Congregation Beth Israel)\,  Stephen Paolini (ADL – PNW)\, Dr. Randall Blazak (Coalition Against Hate Crimes)\, and Ryan Nakade (Cure-PDX). \nSponsored by Congregation Beth Israel\, Anti-Defamation League\, Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education\, Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Portland\, and Cure-PDX. \nRegister: In person at Congregation Beth Israel and online. Register now.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/interrupting-contemporary-antisemitism/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 1972 N.W. Flanders St.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230510T090000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Oregon Interfaith Advocacy Day on Wednesday\, May 10\, 2023\, at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Salem! \nThere is power in knowledge and strength in numbers. Attend issue briefs and workshops on advocating for compassionate legislation followed by meetings with state legislators. Talking points and legislative appointments will be provided. \nISSUES Climate & Environment\, Criminal Justice Reform & Gun Violence Prevention\, Healthcare\, Housing & Homelessness\, Hunger\, Immigration & Refugees \nSCHEDULE Morning Session: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.\nAfternoon meetings with State Legislators: Times will vary \nREGISTER Regular registration is $20\, students $10 (to cover the cost for lunch provided); scholarships available. Online registration will close at 11 p.m. on Monday\, May 8. Walk-in registration on the day of event is welcome; we will accept credit\, check or exact cash. \nQUESTIONS emo@emoregon.org\, (503) 221-1054 \nPresented by Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon. \nCOSPONSORS: \n\n\n\nAugustana Lutheran Church\nLift Every Voice Oregon\nMuslim Educational Trust\nOregon-Idaho Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church\nOregon Unitarian Universalist Voices\nWomen United in Faith\, Oregon-Idaho
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/advocacy2023/
LOCATION:St. Mark Lutheran Church\, 790 Marion St. NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T123000
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SUMMARY:River's Lament
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an outdoor event where faith leaders walk us along the Willamette River and tell the story of the Willamette River from the river’s perspective. \nThis event will take place at the University of Portland. Meet at the northeast end of the Main Parking Lot by the Chiles Center at the University (see page 2 of this flyer for a map). \nLight snacks and refreshments will be available. \nPlease RSVP: phcollaborative@triangleassociations.com\, (206) 458-5710. \nSponsored by Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon\, Portland Harbor Collaborative Group\, EcoFaith Recovery and University of Portland.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/rivers-lament/
LOCATION:University of Portland – Buckley Center Auditorium\, 5000 N Willamette Blvd.\, Portland\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230623
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SUMMARY:Dining Out For Life
DESCRIPTION:DINE IN. TAKE OUT.  END HIV.\nDining Out For Life is an annual dining fundraising event for community-based organizations serving people living with or impacted by HIV. Dine in or take out at participating restaurants in the Portland metro area during June 20-22\, 2023\, and they will donate to EMO’s HIV Day Center and OHSU’s Partnership Project. \nView participating restaurants. \nWays to participate: \n\n\n\nComplete a donation envelope at participating restaurants during June 20-22 and leave with the server or ambassador.\nVolunteer as an ambassador at a participating restaurant. Sign up now.\nOr you may GIVE NOW (or fill out form below).\n\n\n\nLearn more
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/dofl-2023/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T120000
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SUMMARY:World Refugee Day
DESCRIPTION:Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon and Colorful Myanmar will support refugees and recognize World Refugee Day on June 24\, 2023. Refugees and allies in Portland will meet at the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) to celebrate refugees and their many contributions to their communities and share with local leaders in powers policy asks that they wish to see around them. Please join us as we celebrate and honor our refugee neighbors and hear from local leaders.\n\nWHAT: An advocacy & celebration day hosted by former refugees and allies at IRCO.\n\nWHO: sponsored by Colorful Myanmar\, Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon\, Church World Service\, and the Burundian & Rwandan Community Center\n\nWHEN: Saturday\, June 24\, 2023\, at 12 p.m.\n\nWHERE: PIAFC\, 8040 NE Sandy Blvd.\, Portland\, Ore.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/16858/
LOCATION:PIAFC\, 8040 NE Sandy Blvd\, Porltand\, OR\, 97213
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Fr. Greg Boyle
DESCRIPTION:Join Catholic Charities of Oregon for an evening of storytelling with Jesuit Father Greg Boyle. He’ll explore the choice to move to society’s margins and how compassion\, kinship\, and belonging transform despair into hope. \n“Incandescent\, always hope-filled and often hilarious. Boyle somehow maintains an exuberant voice that celebrates the strength\, compassion and humanity of people often demonized.” – Christian Century \nFather Greg Boyle is the founder of Homeboy Industries\, the largest gang-intervention\, rehabilitation and re-entry program in the world. As the author of the inspirational bestsellers\, Tattoos on the Heart and Barking to the Choir\, he shares what working with gang members is like with breathtaking parables inspired by faith and compassion. Hear how living at the margins of society turns us inside out and how crucial hope is to healing from this inspirational storyteller. \nProgram Tickets: $40VIP Reception Tickets: $125*TICKETS ARE LIMITED\, SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY:\nhttps://catholiccharitiesoregon.ejoinme.org/Boyle\n \nThe event will be held in the Buckley Auditorium at the University of Portland\, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd. \nFor more information: (503) 688-2562\, lfoley@ccoregon.org.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/greg-boyle/
LOCATION:University of Portland – Buckley Center Auditorium\, 5000 N Willamette Blvd.\, Portland\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230919T173000
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SUMMARY:EMO Gala: Love in Action
DESCRIPTION:Join us for EMO’s annual “Love in Action” gala on Tuesday\, Sept. 19. \nThe gala is EMO’s premier annual fundraiser to support our vital services for the most vulnerable in our communities. We will also honor extraordinary individuals and organizations whose courage\, moral vision and commitment to action have contributed profoundly to making Oregon\, and the world\, a better place. \nTuesday\, September 19\, 2023\nReception 5:30 p.m.\nDinner\, Live Auction & Awards 6:30 p.m. \nThe Oregon Convention Center\n777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.\, Portland\nVirtual option available \nTickets\n$10 per person virtual option; in person reservations are closed.\nFor questions\, contact Kristi Baack\, kbaack@emoregon.org. \nRESERVE TICKETS \n2023 Awards\nEcumenist of the Year: The Rev. Linda Jaramillo\nHumanitarian Award: Doulas Latinas International\nYoung Visionary Award: Jacobsen Valentine\, Feed the Mass \nThank you to Gold Sponsor BAMBUZA Hospitality Group!\nLearn more about becoming an event sponsor.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/gala-2023/
LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center\, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97232
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231201T130000
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SUMMARY:World AIDS Day Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual World AIDS Day Lunch Fundraiser for EMO’s HIV Services! The event will be held at Montavilla United Methodist Church on Friday\, Dec. 1\, from 12 to 1 p.m. (doors open 11:30 a.m.). \nThe lunch is free. Donations encouraged! All contributions go towards sustaining EMO’s HIV Services in its mission to support those living with HIV/AIDS. If you cannot attend\, please consider making a secure online donation to EMO’s HIV Services. \nWorld AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV\, show support for people living with HIV\, and commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/wad2023/
LOCATION:Montavilla United Methodist Church\, 232 SE 80th Ave\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97215
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231202T143000
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SUMMARY:Advent Awakening Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join this area-wide interfaith gathering with retreat leader Debie Thomas.\, who will lead three sessions with reflection\, writing and conversation. Lunch is included. A $20 donation is suggested. Hosted by the Eugene-Springfield Episcopal Churches. \nRSVP to St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church if you plan to attend. Call the church office at (541) 689-4010 or email info@stmatthewseugene.com.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/advent-awakening-retreat/
LOCATION:St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church\, 4110 River Road\, Eugene\, Oregon\, 97404
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T190000
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SUMMARY:Clean & Affordable Energy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the NW Energy Coalition on December 6 in Portland for the Clean & Affordable Energy Conference!  \nNetwork with peers in the clean energy community\, hear from expert panelists and keynote speakers\, and stick around for the Clean Energy Awards reception. Panelists will discuss how utility planning should change to deliver equitable and affordable outcomes\, the role of energy efficiency and distributed energy resources for vulnerable populations\, and how the Bonneville Power Administration needs to modernize to drive forward the clean energy transition. \nKeynote speakers: \n\n\n\nSenator Kate Lieber\, Majority Leader\, Oregon State Senate\nRich Glick\, Principal\, GQ New Energy Strategies\n\n\n\nRegistration: The fee to attend is $189 fr members and $239 for non-members. Learn more and register at nwenergy.org. \nEcumenical Ministries of Oregon is a conference community partner.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/clean-affordable-energy-conference/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton\, 1000 NE Multnomah St\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97232
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240504T210000
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SUMMARY:Climate Vigil
DESCRIPTION:A statewide community vigil for the right to a healthy environment and a stable climate\nPlease pre-register for this free event\, and stand with the movement to protect everyone’s right to a healthy environment and a stable climate! \nMusicians will move us\, tribal members will bless us\, and speakers will lift up our collective moral voices. Together\, we will hold up our lights as a symbol of hope & solidarity as we take our first steps in this exciting journey toward environmental rights for all. Will you stand with us? \nPresented by Climate Vigil. Cosponsored by Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon and Oregon Interfaith Power & Light. \nRegister now!
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/climate-vigil/
LOCATION:State Capitol State Park\, Wall of Water\, Court St NE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97310
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T190000
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SUMMARY:The Roots of Care: Caring for the marginalized in Hebrew Scripture and tradition
DESCRIPTION:Rabbi Michael Cahana\, Senior Rabbi for Portland’s oldest synagogue\, will give a free talk on Sept. 19 at Catholic Charities of Oregon\, 2740 SE Powell Boulevard in Portland. His timely topic will be care for the marginalized as found in Hebrew Scripture and tradition. \nA key leader of Portland’s Jewish community\, Rabbi Cahana has led a steady response to poverty in the region\, including using the building where he works to host people experiencing homelessness when the weather turns dangerous. \n“Hebrew teaching on welcoming the stranger and caring for the widow and orphan is the supporting structure for Western culture’s finest moments\,” says Natalie Wood\, executive director of Catholic Charities of Oregon. \nIn 2006\, Rabbi Cahana became the 18th Senior Rabbi for Congregation Beth Israel. He had led synagogues in the Midwest and the East Coast previously. His aim in each place has been to create vibrant and inclusive Jewish communities. He serves on local inter-religious councils and is a past president of the Oregon Board of Rabbis. Rabbi Cahana is highly engaged in social action\, embracing the concept of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) to make our community and nation better. He serves on the leadership team of Lift Every Voice Oregon\, an interfaith movement to pass gun safety legislation in Oregon. \nSnacks will be served. A free will collection will be taken up and shared between the programs of Catholic Charities and the work of Congregation Beth Israel. \nRegister now to attend in person or to join online.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/roots-of-care/
LOCATION:Catholic Charities\, 2740 SE Powell Blvd.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97202
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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SUMMARY:Democracy Forum
DESCRIPTION:First Christian Church in Portland will present three Forums in October. The public is\ninvited to the series called “Democracy is ALIVE\, Know the ISSUES\, and VOTE.” All forums\ntake place at 12:15 pm in the Church Fellowship Hall. The Forums are free of charge. \nFirst Christian Church requests that everyone register to attend so that adequate seating can be arranged. Register now. \nOct. 6\, “Through the Eyes of Our Neighbors: Issues affecting all of us.” Featuring Frank Afrangi\, native Palestinian\, community leader and peace activist; Jelani Greenidge\, writer\, pastor\, hip-hop musician and stand-up comic; and Peggy Nagae\, civil rights lawyer\, diversity and inclusion consultant. Rev. Cynthia Dobson McBride will moderate the panel discussion and Q/A session. Optional lunch at 11:30 a.m. for $15; you may pay onsite by cash or check. \nOct. 13\, “Clearing Up the Fog: Ballot measures explained.” An expert from the League\nof Women Voters Speakers’ Bureau will discuss ballot measures on the City of Portland and\nOregon State Ballot. \nOct. 20\, “Threats to Democracy: Christian Zionism and White Christian Nationalism.” Presented by The Rev. Dr. Rodney Page\, Executive Director Emeritus of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/democracy-forum/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, 1314 SW Park Ave.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T205230Z
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SUMMARY:Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery
DESCRIPTION:DISMANTLING THE DOCTRINE OF DISCOVERY: HOW DID THE AMERICAN CHURCH BECOME SO BROKEN? \nFor more than 500 years\, the Doctrine of Discovery instituted by Pope Nicolas and others has justified slavery\, wars of conquest\, genocide\, and the dehumanization of millions—and in the name of Christ. Today\, we live with the deeply ingrained systems which were based on this legal theory. \nGregg Neel and Junha Kim will present a seven-week exploration of this doctrine and its effects upon the church\, specifically the American Church. Hosted by Westminster Presbyterian Church on Wednesdays from Jan. 15 through Feb. 26\, 7 to 8 p.m. The class will be offered in the chapel and via Zoom videoconferencing. \nAll are welcome to join this study of a legal theory that has given rise to so much violence and destruction in the world and is still impacting our lives. \nREGISTER\nIf you’re interested in attending this class\, you can register yourself and your group through this link: https://forms.gle/YxiUGc38nC5NZT1W8. \nFor more information\, reach out to Junha Kim at jkim@westprespdx.org.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/dismantling-the-doctrine-of-discovery/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church 1624 NE Hancock St. Portland\, OR. 97212\, 1624 NE Hancock\, Portland\, OR\, 97212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T200000
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CREATED:20250303T180456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T180656Z
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SUMMARY:Taller de Testimonio 101 (en Español)
DESCRIPTION:Aprendamos juntes sobre qué esun testimonio\, cómo hacer uno ycuál es el poder de los testimoniosen la sesión legislativa.Este evento es presentado por elDepartamento de Liderazgo yAbogacía de Adelante Mujeres ylos Ministerios Ecuménicos deOregón (EMO). \nFecha: Jueves\, 06 de Marzo\, 2025\nHorario: 6 – 8 p.m.\nUbicación: Regístrate para recibir la ubicación \nRegistrarse Aquí: https://bit.ly/am-testimonio2025 \nPara más información: pdominguez@adelantemujeres.org\, (503) 707-2622. \n\n\nJoin Adelante Mujeres and Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon for our Spanish Testimony 101 Workshop – we will learn together about what a testimony is\, how to make one\, and the power of testimonies in the legislative session. This event is brought to you by the Leadership and Advocacy Department of Adelante Mujeres and Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (EMO). \n*This workshop will be held in Spanish.  \n\n\nDate: Thursday\, March 6\, 2025\nTime: 6 – 8 p.m.\nLocation: Must register to receive the location\nRegister here: https://bit.ly/am-testimonio2025
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/taller-de-testimonio-101/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250429T083000
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Oregon Interfaith Advocacy Day on Tuesday\, April 29\, at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Salem.  \nNow is the time for people of faith to rise up in hope and to call for justice and compassion in our legislative system. Together we can be the prophetic voice at the Oregon Capitol\, standing with the marginalized in our communities and upholding the moral imperative for a state budget that supports the common good. Our goal is to create a massive mobilization of informed and influential citizen-lobbyists! \nThe morning session at St. Mark Lutheran Church will feature a keynote address\, training on effective advocacy and issue briefings. In the afternoon\, participants will march to the Oregon Capitol Building\, where they will present concerns to their legislators. Talking points and legislative appointments will be provided. \nISSUE AREAS may include Immigration & Refugees\, Housing & Homelessness\, Climate & Environment\, Healthcare\, Hunger\, Criminal Justice Reform \nSCHEDULE \nDoors open at 8:30 a.m.\nRegistration check-in/Coffee & tea: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.\nMorning session: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.\nA sack lunch will be provided for participants.\nAfternoon meetings with state legislators: times will vary. \nREGISTRATION\n$20; scholarships available. Includes a “Do Justice” t-shirt! Please use the form below to register. Registration closed on Sunday\, April 27. \nSPONSORS / ENDORSERS\nSponsors include First United Methodist Church\, Eugene; Interfaith Alliance on Poverty; Lake Grove Presbyterian Church; Unitarian Universalist Church in Eugene; Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church. Learn how your faith community or organization can sign up to be an Interfaith Advocacy Day Sponsor or Endorser.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/iad-2025/
LOCATION:St. Mark Lutheran Church\, 790 Marion St. NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T190000
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SUMMARY:COLLINS LECTURE - A Call to Justice: How Faith Communities Can Support LGBTQIA2S+ Rights
DESCRIPTION:At Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s 2025 Collins Lecture\, we will explore the duty and responsibility of faith leaders to protect the human rights of all people and what that looks like specifically for our LGBTQIA2S+ neighbors. Our guest speakers from the faith community will share their unique perspectives on LGBTQIA2S+ rights (see speakers below). Following a brief presentation from each speaker\, they will engage in a facilitated question and answer session. \nLOCATION\nFor the first time ever\, the Collins Lecture will be held outside of the Portland metro area at the Pearson Auditorium at the Pendleton Center for the Arts in Pendleton\, Ore. This reflects EMO’s commitment to be a statewide organization\, reaching beyond the Willamette Valley and focusing further on rural-urban equity in Oregon. A virtual option to watch a live stream of the event will also be available.  \nRESERVATIONS\nTickets for the May 29 event are $25 for in person and virtual options. To reserve tickets\, please use the form below. \nGUEST SPEAKERS \n\n\n\nChris Craun (she/her) joined the Episcopal Church of Western Oregon’s staff in December of 2021 as the Canon to the Ordinary. Previously\, she served at St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church as the first woman and openly gay rector of the parish.\nAri Grubner (he/him) is the pastor of Grant Park Church in northeast Portland. As an openly gay minister in the American Baptist community\, Ari is determined to amplify\, honor\, and celebrate the voices of those traditionally excluded from participating in the full life and community of the Church.\nBrad Harper (he/him) is a professor and assistant dean of the School of Biblical and Theological Studies at Jessup University (Multnomah University). He is the co-author with his son Drew of “Space at the Table: Conversations between an Evangelical Theologian and His Gay Son.”\nAaron Ridings (he/they) is a nonprofit executive and subject matter expert on K-12 education\, LGBTQIA2S+ and Indigenous issues and is currently a 2025 Pahara Institute Fellow and Executive Consultant. He will share how faith communities can learn about and use the policies in Oregon to support the LGBTQIA2S+ community.\n\n\n\nABOUT THE COLLINS LECTURES\nFunded by The Collins Foundation\, the annual Collins Lecture began under the Portland Council of Churches in 1967 and has been a pillar of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s education and dialogue programming since our founding in 1974. This event explores issues related to religion and social ethics and bravely takes on subjects at the center of current events.  \nSPONSORSHIP\nThe Love in Action gala supports EMO’s vital services for the most vulnerable in our communities: refugees and immigrants\, people experiencing food insecurity\, low-income people living with HIV\, unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness\, and survivors of domestic violence. Event sponsors will receive a generous benefits. We invite you to partner with us as we demonstrate love in action! Learn more about being a Love in Action Sponsor. \nThis event is not sponsored by the Pendleton Center for the Arts. PCA invites private groups to rent the facility for a wide range of functions.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2025-collins-lecture/
LOCATION:Pendleton Center for the Arts\, 214 N Main St.\, Pendleton\, Oregon\, 97801
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T113707
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SUMMARY:Love in Action Gala
DESCRIPTION:Ticket reservations are now closed.\nEcumenical Ministries of Oregon’s “Love In Action” gala supports our vital services for the most vulnerable in our communities: refugees and immigrants\, people experiencing food insecurity\, low-income people living with HIV\, unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness\, and survivors of domestic violence. We will also honor extraordinary individuals and organizations whose courage\, moral vision and commitment to action have contributed profoundly to making Oregon–and the world–a better place. \nWednesday\, September 17\, 2025\nReception 5:30 p.m.; Dinner\, Live Auction & Awards 6:30 p.m.\nSentinel Hotel Portland\, 614 SW Eleventh Avenue \nAWARDS \n\n\n\nEcumenist of the Year: The Rev. Chris Dela Cruz\, director of Youth Initiatives of Together Lab\nHumanitarian Award: American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Oregon\nJustice Award: Wlnsvey Campos\, Oregon State Senator\nYoung Visionary Award: Michael Larson\, founder and executive director of Humans for Housing \n\n\n\nSPONSORSHIP\nEvent sponsors will receive a generous benefits package. We invite you to partner with us as we demonstrate love in action! Learn more about being a Love in Action Sponsor.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2025-gala/
LOCATION:Sentinel Hotel Portland\, 614 SW 11th Ave\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T113707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T172840Z
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SUMMARY:No Kings Portland Rally
DESCRIPTION:In an act of interfaith solidarity\, a group of faith leaders in the greater Portland/Vancouver metro area is inviting you to join them for a visible People of Faith presence at the Portland No Kings rally and march on Saturday\, Oct. 18. \nGiven the rise of Christian nationalism that is fueling the growing autocracy of our times\, it is critical that this national No Kings event has a strong\, visible and diverse interfaith presence to demonstrate disciplined nonviolent resistance. Citizens in our country and others around the world must know that there are millions of people of faith working in a multitude of ways: to love and care for the poorest\, most vulnerable people in our land; to create a more just and peaceful society; and to preserve a free and open democracy. \nOne of the keynote speakers for the Portland event will be The Rev. Dr. Mark Knutson\, a longtime activist and faith leader in the local nonviolent resistance movement. Together\, as a united community of interfaith leaders\, we will march under a large “People of Faith” banner. Clergy are invited to wear religious attire and others are invited to identify themselves with signs\, banners or whatever is appropriate for your tradition. \nSCHEDULE: \n\n\n\n10:30 a.m.: People of faith will gather at Pioneer Courthouse Square near a purple pillar-like banner reading FAITH for a short interfaith program and service.\n11:30 a.m.: We march together behind a People of Faith: Standing Up for Compassion\, Truth and Justice banner to the Battleship Memorial on Waterfront Park.\nNoon: Large No Kings event (speakers\, music\, etc.) at the Battleship Memorial on Waterfront Park.\n1 p.m.: March through the streets of downtown. Faith leaders and people of faith will enter the march together behind the vertical banner identifying us\, and individual faith communities can bring their own horizontal banners.\n\n\n\nRSVP for this event\, so organizers can estimate numbers and keep you updated on the details.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/no-kings-portland-rally/
LOCATION:Pioneer Courthouse Square\, 701 SW 6th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97204
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T113707
CREATED:20260112T172749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T172844Z
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SUMMARY:MLK Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:Join the Albina Ministerial Alliance for a time of faith\, fellowship and worship in honor of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. The theme will be\, “A Tribute to the Past\, A Vision for the Future.”  Guest Speaker will be The Rev. Dr. Kenneth J. Ransfer\, Sr.\, Pastor of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church in Portland. EMO Executive Director Frank So will also speak at the service.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/mlk-worship-service/
LOCATION:Community AME Zion Church\, 3605 E 13th Street\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98661
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T113707
CREATED:20260202T171448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T162903Z
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SUMMARY:Consider This: The Changing Roles of Religious Spaces in Oregon
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Oregon Humanities\, “Consider This” will be a conversation about the changing role of religious spaces in Oregon. Guests Frank So\, director of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon; Rev. Amy Jayne of Cove Ascension School and Conference Center; and Brandon Rhodes\, D.Min. of Coburg Commons will join Adam Davis onstage in La Grande to explore how faith communities across the state are adapting church-owned land and buildings to meet emerging community needs. This event will be held indoors at HQ in downtown La Grande. \nTickets are $5 (plus service fee) and can be purchased through the venue’s website. The event will also be streamed live\, for free\, on YouTube.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/consider-this/
LOCATION:HQ\, 112 Depot St.\, La Grande\, OR\, 97850
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T113707
CREATED:20260224T222451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T193324Z
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SUMMARY:Sound of Hope: A Night of Music in Support of Slavic Survivors
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, April 11\, for an uplifting evening of music in support of Slavic survivors. “The Sound of Hope” concert will feature a diverse lineup of Slavic musicians\, performers\, and vocalists. \nBefore the concert\, enjoy traditional Slavic tea and treats\, and take part in our raffle — with many exciting prizes to win. Local entrepreneurs have generously donated gift certificates for beauty services\, photo sessions\, arts and crafts\, and more\, giving guests a great chance to take home something special!\n\nHosted at Westminster Presbyterian Church in northeast Portland\, the concert begins at 7 p.m.; doors open at 6 p.m. for tea time. \nTickets are $30; children 12 and under are free. Please use the form below to reserve your tickets. Proceeds benefit EMO’s Slavic Oregon Social Services\, which assists survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. \n \nPERFORMERS \n\n\n\nInna Kovtun (image:) traditional Ukrainian ethno-singer\, dancer\, teacher and folklorist from Kyiv\, Ukraine\, known for her powerful voice and vibrant stage presence.\nSensah Quartet: The World Classics Quartet\, led by Irina Sensah\, delivers timeless\, uplifting music that evokes a refined\, elegant sense of hope\, unity and warmth.\nOlga Kravtsova: Portland-based movement director and interdisciplinary artist blending physical storytelling and immersive design.\nMaria Ombysh: singer-songwriter\, member of the Lala Band duo and vocal coach at Joy Music Space.\nAleksandra Sinitsina: jazz singer\, international award winner and renowned vocal teacher.\nIsabella Yarmolich: violinist\, orchestral and solo performer.\n\n\n\nRAFFLE ITEMS\n \n\n\n\nKachka restaurant $100 gift card\nProfessional photo session by Daria Yeskov\nTattoo from master Ruslana (3 inches)\nWine + soap bouquet by Soap Flowers by Lana\nViolin performance at private event\nMake-up and hair styling by Odem Mua\nPedicure at Krasuna Nails\nPhoto Facial at Soft Touch Med Spa\nLaser hair removal at Soft Touch Med Spa\nPersonal training session at Root to Rise/VS Yoga Flow\nHair cut by Hair Odesa
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/soss-concert/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church 1624 NE Hancock St. Portland\, OR. 97212\, 1624 NE Hancock\, Portland\, OR\, 97212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260419T140000
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CREATED:20260211T215215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T185016Z
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SUMMARY:Portland CROP Hunger Walk
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, EMO’s Northeast Emergency Food Program (NEFP) joins with local partners to host the Portland CROP Hunger Walk. This is a worldwide initiative of Church World Service. \nNo one in this world should be hungry. That’s why the CROP Hunger Walk is more than just a gathering of people in a place. We’re part of a movement\, taking steps and raising funds together to provide meals for those in our own community who need them — and supporting programs that create greater food security in communities all around the world. \nPlease join us in the fight against hunger! The steps we take and funds we raise will make a difference in the lives of others. \nAbout the CROP Hunger Walk: If we work together\, we can end world hunger. That’s why we’re participating in the 2026 CROP Hunger Walk to support Church World Service (CWS) and help families who are struggling with hunger. Please join us with your steps and your donations. Together we will provide more meals for the growing number of people in our community who need them and create greater food security in communities around the world. \nNortheast Emergency Food Program and the CROP Hunger Walk: Through this partnership\, 25 percent of donations to the Portland CROP walk go directly to EMO’s food pantry\, allowing us to feed more families in our community. It’s a wonderful\, family-friendly way to help us fight hunger\, reduce food insecurity\, increase economic stability and work together. Please join us for the 3-mile walk on April 19 and encourage those who can’t join us to support you with a donation! \n\nSIGN UP NOW \nWant to help spread the word about the CROP Walk? Download the Poster.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/crop-walk-2026/
LOCATION:Saint Mary’s Academy\, 1615 Southwest 5th Ave.\, Portland\, OR\, 97201
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T113707
CREATED:20260219T221043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T211435Z
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Earth Summit: Re-Connect\, Re-Imagine\, Re-New
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a joyful journey to Re-Connect\, Re-Imagine and Re-New! REGISTER NOW for the 13th annual Oregon Interfaith Earth Summit on May 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. \nThe Interfaith Earth Summit is an opportunity for people of faith and goodwill to gather locally around a shared care for our neighbors and the environment we all depend on. Through Zoom\, we will connect our statewide community. For reference\, here is last year’s web page and Zoom recording. \nThis year’s Earth Summit is an invitation to: \n\n\n\nRe-Connect with people like you across Oregon who seek a safe\, healthy\, abundant and beautiful world for all.\nRe-Imagine your community\, resilient and thriving with nature.\nRe-New your commitment to action\, and find your place in the movement.\n\n\n\nREGISTER\nTo register\, please use the form below. The registration fee is $5\, $10 or $25\, as well as a scholarship option (support the Earth Summit by choosing the option that feels right for you). Hub locations to date include Baker City (First Presbyterian)\, Bend (Trinity Episcopal)\, Corvallis (First Congregational UCC)\, Cottage Grove (First Presbyterian)\, Eugene (Unitarian Universalist Fellowship)\, La Grande (Zion Lutheran)\, McMinnville (First Baptist)\, Pendleton (Peace Lutheran)\, Portland (First United Methodist)\, Salem (Unitarian Universalist) and Tigard (Muslim Educational Trust). \nAGENDA \n\n\n\nDoors Open + Registration (12:30-1 p.m.)\nWelcome + Orientation (1-1:10 p.m.)\nStatewide Quilt Project (1:10-1:15 p.m.)\nStatewide Storytelling (1:15-1:45 p.m.)\nBreak (1:45-1:55 p.m.)\nLocal Storytelling (1:55-2:20 p.m.)\nRe-Group/Transition (2:20-2:25 p.m.)\nPractical Workshops (2:25-2:55 p.m.)\nOption 1: The Right to Clean Air – Gas Stoves and Air Quality (sponsored by the Stop NW Gas Coalition\, stopgas.org)\nOption 2: Climate Resilience Teams in Eastern Oregon (sponsored by the Oregon Health Authority)\nClosing + Send-Off (2:55-3 p.m.)\n\n\n\n\nOREGON COMMUNITY QUILT\nActualizing our Re-Imagine theme\, EMO staff\, in partnership with local hosts and volunteers\, will facilitate the creation of a statewide art project: an Oregon community quilt. Each Summit participant will be invited to create one square in the quilt to express their response to the question: “I / We have the right to … clean water\, clean air\, healthy food\, etc.” We will digitize each square\, bringing all of the squares together into a work of art that reflects the beautiful diversity of our community. Our goal is to take the quilt on tour to inspire support for the people’s right to a safe and healthy environment. Ultimately\, we will ask for the quilt to be displayed in the Oregon Capitol. \nREGISTRATION FORM
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2026-earth-summit/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T210000
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SUMMARY:2026 Collins Lecture with John Fugelsang
DESCRIPTION:John Fugelsang is an actor\, comedian and host of “Tell Me Everything” on SiriusXM Progress. He is also the author of New York Times bestseller\, “Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person’s Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists\, Fascists and Flock-Fleecing Frauds.” \nFugelsang uses humor and biblical scholarship to challenge far-right Christian ideologies\, such as Christian nationalism\, and argues for a return to the core teachings of Jesus–love\, mercy and service. He provides a toolbox for responding to Christian nationalism on the biggest issues that divide us today: immigration\, LGBTQIA2S+ rights\, poverty\, gun safety\, feminism\, the death penalty\, and more. \nFugelsang will be joined for a portion of the event for a conversation and Q&A led by Dr. Jessica Taylor\, a strategic executive advisor\, ordained minister and founder of Leadership Training Initiative. \nIf you want to learn directly from John Fugelsang about his approach to using the scripture and Jesus’ teachings to challenge Christian nationalism and authoritarianism\, join us at the 2026 Collins Lecture for “A Conversation on the Separation of Church and Hate.” \nSaturday\, June 6 | 7 p.m.\nTrinity Episcopal Cathedral\, 147 NW 19th Ave.\, Portland\, Ore. (virtual option available)\nTickets $30 (scholarships available)
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2026-collins-lecture/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Cathedral\, 147 NW 19th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260625T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260625T183000
DTSTAMP:20260604T113707
CREATED:20260511T195141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T173941Z
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SUMMARY:Second Home Garden Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Second Home Garden Party on Thursday\, June 25\, 5 to 6:30 p.m.\, at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church in West Linn! Mix and mingle with Second Home staff\, volunteers and supporters. Enjoy light refreshments\, play lawn games and purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win exciting prizes (see below). \nSuggested donation of $25. To attend\, please fill out reservation form below. \nFunds raised for the event go towards sustaining Second Home. If you cannot attend\, please consider making a donation to Second Home. Second Home\, a program of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon\, connects volunteer host homes with unaccompanied high school students experiencing homelessness. As students have assurance of stable housing and ongoing support\, they can focus on completing their secondary education and realize their full potential. Our program is a ground-breaking example of how a community can respond to the issue of youth homelessness! \nRAFFLE ITEMS \nTwo Nights at the Whimsical Forest House in Fall Creek\, Oregon. Escape to a magical seven-acre property nestled in the woods near Fall Creek Reservoir just 30 minutes east of Eugene. This unique three-bedroom home comfortably holds eight people (if two are willing to sleep on top bunks). While you’re there\, explore the creek behind the house\, enjoy the zipline and ninja course in the trees\, and walk a quarter-mile through the woods to Fall Creek Reservoir.  View images. \n\nTwo Nights at the Ponderosa Ranch in Central Oregon. Beautiful two-bedroom and two-bath (sleeps four) log cabin with pond\, Mt. Bachelor views and 200 acres of hiking behind the property. Only 12 minutes to Sunriver resort\, 25 minutes to Bend and 30 minutes to Mt. Bachelor ski area. Gateway to Paulina and East lakes and all the Cascade lakes. Lite breakfast is also included! You have access to all the house including kitchen and barbeque. Host stays in an adjoining studio with two friendly dogs and private entrance. Learn more. \nDeschutes River Full Day Rafting for Six People with Lunch. A trip designed for those wanting a day splashing through 13 miles of whitewater on the Deschutes River AND an extra adventure to the magical White River natural water slides. Enjoy a homemade BBQ lunch at the beautiful city park. The excursion is 6 hours. Sage Canyon Outfitters is located in Maupin\, Oregon. Learn more.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/garden-party/
LOCATION:Emmanuel Presbyterian Church\, 19200 Willamette Drive\, West Linn\, OR\, 97203
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T113707
CREATED:20260423T191135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T181904Z
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SUMMARY:Love in Action Gala
DESCRIPTION:Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (EMO) is excited to announce the 2026 Love In Action Gala! \nEMO’s gala supports our vital services for the most vulnerable in our communities: refugees and immigrants\, people experiencing food insecurity\, low-income people living with HIV\, unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness\, and survivors of domestic violence. We will also honor extraordinary individuals and organizations whose courage\, moral vision and commitment to action have contributed profoundly to making Oregon\, and the world\, a better place. \nThursday\, October 15\, 2026\nReception 5:30 p.m.\nDinner\, Live Auction & Awards 6:30 p.m. \nSentinel Hotel Portland\n614 SW 11th Avenue \nTickets\n$150 per person through Monday\, Aug. 31\, 2026\n$175 per person\nFor questions\, contact Kristi Baack\, kbaack@emoregon.org \nSPONSORSHIP\nEvent sponsors will receive a generous benefits package. We invite you to partner with us as we demonstrate love in action! Learn more about being a Love in Action Sponsor. \nLEARN MORE
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/gala-2026/
LOCATION:Sentinel Hotel Portland\, 614 SW 11th Ave\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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