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SUMMARY:Gospel in the Gorge
DESCRIPTION:Gospel in the Gorge is happening at Menucha Retreat & Conference Center\, which has been welcoming guests ecumenically since 1950. \nOverview: Gospel in the Gorge is a weekend immersion in gospel music culture for people who love to sing. \n\nLearn gospel music history from Negro spirituals to contemporary gospel songs.\nGain vocal techniques to make your singing stronger and more soulful.\nEnrich your understanding of the instrumental side of gospel music.\nCome to understand what gospel greats mean when they talk about “embodying” gospel music.\nEmerge with a song in your heart and a deeper understanding of this uniquely American art form.\n\nThe weekend event will be headed up by Artistic Director LaRhonda Steele\, who directs the Portland Interfaith Gospel Choir. She’s invited three other instructors: Terrance Kelly (Grammy winning Director of the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir)\, Marilyn Keller (Oregon Jazz Hall of Fame)\, and John Gainer (University of Oregon Gospel instructor). \n“Nothing can top an in-person and in-community experience of gospel. No background needed – just the desire to go deep. And you don’t have to belong to a church at all – you just need to love to sing.” –LaRhonda Steele\, Artistic Director of the Portland Interfaith Gospel Choir and of Gospel in the Gorge. \nRegister online now or for questions contact Lori Nance\, Program Director\, at Lori@Menucha.org or (503) 695-2243.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/gospel-in-the-gorge/
LOCATION:Menucha Retreat & Conference Center\, 38711 E. Historic Columbia River Hwy\, Corbett\, 97019
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200521
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
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SUMMARY:Cancelled: EMO's Benefit Dinner & Awards Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Although public health considerations mean that this year’s Benefit Dinner & Awards Celebration will be cancelled\, our work carries on! At Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon\, we are committed to carrying out our mission to create a more just\, compassionate\, sustainable and peaceful world. \nProceeds from this event comprise a major portion of our annual budget. We invite everyone who would have attended to make a donation now! \nYour support to EMO will ensure that we do all we can to meet the increasing needs of those affected by the pandemic. Please carefully consider what you would have spent on this year’s Benefit Dinner—tickets at $150 apiece\, auction purchases\, the Paddle Raise—and make a donation now to EMO in that amount or even greater. On behalf of all in our community\, thank you! \nGIVE NOW \nAnd we hold up and honor our amazing 2020 awardees\, whose courage\, moral vision and uncompromising action have transformed our statewide community. \nAWARD HONOREES:\n \n\nEcumenist of the Year: Antoinette Edwards\, Director (retired)\, City of Portland Office of Youth Violence Prevention\nRodney Page Ecumenical Service Award: Bonny Groshong\, Lutheran community leader\nPeace and Justice Award: Kayse Jama\, Executive Director\, Unite Oregon\nYoung Visionary Award: Gustavo Morales\, Deputy Director\, Euvalcree\nCreation Justice Award: Our Children’s Trust\nHumanitarian Award: Ben Sand\, CEO\, The Contingent
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2020-benefit-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20200309T152416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200309T152416Z
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SUMMARY:Facing the Challenges of Caregiving: A Workshop for Current and Former Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:It’s one thing to nurse a family member or friend back to health after an injury or medical procedure. But caring for a loved one with chronic or terminal illness can feel like too much to bear. Fear\, anxiety\, confusion\, disappointment\, uncertainty\, sadness\, and anger can sap emotional strength and undermine spiritual foundations. Layer in grief\, guilt\, shame\, underlying relational issues\, or outside stressors\, and even the most committed caregiver can be overwhelmed. This workshop offers hope and help for both current caregivers and those whose caregiving has come to an end. \nThis workshop will be held at The Northwest Catholic Counseling Center. Participants must register and pre-pay $30 to attend. This can be done online at nwcounseling.org/services/workshops or by phone at 503-253-0964. Hardship scholarships are available.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/facing-the-challenges-of-caregiving-a-workshop-for-current-and-former-caregivers/
LOCATION:Northwest Catholic Counseling Center\, 8383 NE Sandy Blvd.\, Suite 205\, Portland\, OR\, 97220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20200309T152142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200309T152142Z
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SUMMARY:2have & 2hold Marriage Preparation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Together with our trained counselors\, we will work with you and your partner to build a solid foundation for your future through our marriage preparation workshop. Join us at The Northwest Catholic Counseling Center. Couples must register and pre-pay $225 to attend. This can be done online at nwcounseling.org/services/marriage-prep. Call (503) 253-0964 with questions!
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2have-2hold-marriage-preparation-workshop/
LOCATION:Northwest Catholic Counseling Center\, 8383 NE Sandy Blvd.\, Suite 205\, Portland\, OR\, 97220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200427
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20200305T160622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200407T193238Z
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SUMMARY:Portland CROP Hunger (Virtual) Walk
DESCRIPTION:Due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, this year’s Portland CROP Walk will be “virtual.” Walk virtually. Give online. Change the world. Learn more and donate now. \nThe local programs the Portland CROP Hunger Walk supports are EMO’s Northeast Emergency Food Program and Partners for a Hunger Free Oregon. \nAbout the CROP Hunger Walks: They are community-based walk events held in cities and towns across the United States raising funds 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. Twenty five percent of the funds raised are returned to the host community to support local hunger fighting efforts Church World Service  and organized by local congregations or groups to raise funds to end hunger at home and around the world.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/portland-crop-hunger-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200424T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200424T123000
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CREATED:20200420T203644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200420T203825Z
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SUMMARY:DACA During COVID-19: A Zoom Webinar by SOAR Legal
DESCRIPTION:With COVID-19\, many people have concerns surrounding DACA. To ensure EMO’s SOAR Immigration Legal Services answers all your questions and keeps you accurately informed with accredited information\, we will host a Zoom Webinar this on April 24 at 11:30 a.m. Join us and get informed with one of our immigration attorneys! \nCon COVID-19\, muchos de ustedes nos han contactado con inquietudes relacionadas con DACA. Para asegurarnos de que respondemos todas sus preguntas y mantenerlo informado de manera precisa con información acreditada\, SOAR Legal organizará un seminario web de Zoom 24 de abril a las 11:30 a.m. Únase a nosotros e infórmese con uno de nuestros abogados de inmigración. \nJoin Zoom Meeting:\nhttps://zoom.us/j/96156531963\nMeeting ID: 961 5653 1963 \nOne tap mobile: +16699006833\,\,96156531963# US \nDial by your location: +1 669 900 6833 US
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/daca-during-covid-19-a-zoom-webinar-by-soar-legal/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
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SUMMARY:Trauma Echoes: Surviving and Thriving
DESCRIPTION:Have you experienced traumatic events or any incident that has left a lasting mark? Are you having a hard time doing things like you used to\, trusting people\, mood changes\, fearful\, more anxiety? Do you need help understanding what is happening with your mind and body? Want to explore ways to cope with the trauma? \nCome for a support session from a knowledgeable trauma therapist to learn about how trauma impacts the brain and body. Plus\, explore tools to help bring more thriving. \nThis workshops will be held at The Northwest Catholic Counseling Center. Participants must register and pre-pay $30 to attend. This can be done online at nwcounseling.org/services/workshops or by phone at (503) 253-0964. Hardship scholarships are available.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/trauma-echoes-surviving-and-thriving/
LOCATION:Northwest Catholic Counseling Center\, 8383 NE Sandy Blvd.\, Suite 205\, Portland\, OR\, 97220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200308
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191230T190437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200305T184624Z
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SUMMARY:Hearing the Cries: Healing Injustice
DESCRIPTION:Hearing the Cries: Healing Injustice brings a holistic lens to being in relationship with our justice-involved neighbors: helping people of faith and goodwill\, in the words of Bryan Stevenson\, “get proximate” with those members of our society who have lived experience of the justice system. We hope to frame participants’ understanding of the “issue” of criminal justice as a matter of faith in action. \nAs people of faith\, we know that our communities bring together people beyond the labels placed on us by the justice system and wider society. We are more than victims\, offenders or community members—we may be all three—and our congregations may include all of us. But the ways the justice system brings people together—and keeps them separate—are different from the ways that a faith community brings people together. How are we to live together as a community? How do we resolve the inherent conflict in this existence as one body of many distinct members? \nSpecifically\, we seek to empower community in Restorative Justice\, stepping up to the responsibilities it has to those in the roles of “offender” and “victim\,” and taking accountability for the harms society has perpetrated and perpetuated. These harms include those created by a justice system that distances people from their neighbors and adds layers of harm instead of resolving conflict in a just way. \nWe recognize a theology of interconnection and interdependence. Our need for one another\, in mutually beneficial and healing relationships\, happens to be at the core of pro-social thinking\, as well. We also recognize the interconnection of criminal justice issues with public health concerns\, homelessness and housing inaccessibility\, human trafficking\, trauma\, recovery\, immigration\, and more. We are one community of many members facing diverse but interrelated challenges\, holding within us unique seeds of hope and resilience—and with one\, shared future. \nSCHEDULE\nFriday\, March 6:\n5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Screening & Discussion of film; open to the public and included in event registration.\nSaturday\, March 7\n9 a.m. Welcome | Keynote Panel\n10:45 a.m. Morning Workshop Session\nParticipants will choose one track for their focus: “Prison Reentry Support: How every congregation can be a welcoming congregation” or “Public Policy Advocacy: Toward a smarter\, public health approach rooted in restorative justice”\n12:15 p.m. Lunch provided\n1:15 p.m. Afternoon Workshop Session\n3:15 p.m. Closing Keynote Plenary\n4 p.m. Benediction and Sending \nOnline registration is closed\, but you may register at the door on the day of the event.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/hearing-the-cries-for-justice-2020/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 501 Mission Dr.\, Newberg\, Oregon\, 97132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200301T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200301T180000
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CREATED:20191118T224542Z
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SUMMARY:Safe Harbor
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend a performance of Mother of Exiles by the Resonance Ensemble. \nThe Mother of Exiles Project is seeking support to help give voice to people around the world who are in need of asylum. Portland Composer Theresa Koon has adapted Emma Lazarus’ famous poem inscribed on the Statue of Liberty in an anthem for choir that will soon be heard around the world. Mother of Exiles will be recorded in Prague in December 2019 and released by PARMA Recordings in Spring 2020. \nMany of us don’t have the temperament to run for public office or knock on doors. This project is the composer’s way of using music to honor the needs of people who have been dishonored around the world. Theresa Koon invites you to join her in this endeavor by visiting the link below. There\, you will hear excerpts of the music and find out how you can help support and promote future performances of Mother of Exiles at rallies\, campaign events and gatherings honoring immigrants’ rights worldwide. \nLearn more and reserve tickets.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/mother-of-exiles-choir-project/
LOCATION:Alberta Rose Theater\, 3000 NE Alberta St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200220T203000
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CREATED:20200210T184158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T184207Z
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SUMMARY:Palestine\, Liberation and Americans of Faith
DESCRIPTION:An evening with ELCA Oregon Synod Bishop Laurie Larson Caesar\, fresh off her second trip to Palestine\, and Mark Braverman\, peace activist and author of A Wall in Jerusalem: Hope\, Healing\, and the Struggle for Justice in Israel and Palestine. \nSince a visit to Palestine in 2006\, Mark has devoted himself full-time to the movement for a just peace in Israel and Palestine. You can learn more about Mark\, and purchase his book\, on his website. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Light Middle Eastern refreshments will be served. Parking is available at Central Lutheran or at Zeller Chapel of the Roses.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/palestine-liberation-and-americans-of-faith/
LOCATION:Central Lutheran Church\, 1820 NE 21st Ave\, Portland\, United States\, 97212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200214T160000
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CREATED:20200108T215120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200211T152133Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Homelessness Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:As Oregonians\, we care deeply about the most vulnerable\, especially Oregon’s children. Yet\, Oregon has the highest rate of K-12 homelessness in the country\, and the second-highest rate of youth who are homeless and separated from their parents. \nAt Youth Homelessness Advocacy Day\, we will hear about legislation that will address youth homelessness. We will also have an opportunity to meet with our elected leaders and urge them to make this issue a priority. \nLunch will be on your own\, but snacks and beverages will be provided. There is no fee to attend; donations are welcome. \nRSVP now using the form below
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/youth-homelessness-advocacy-day/
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:20200211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200211T153000
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CREATED:20200106T233827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T232410Z
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SUMMARY:Oregon Climate Emergency Day of Action
DESCRIPTION:This will be the biggest Salem Climate Action in 2020! \nShow our strength by standing together. Send a message to state legislators and Governor Brown to stand up to the powerful oil industry and pass real climate action. If you show up for one action on climate legislation in 2020\, make it this one. \nEcumenical Ministries of Oregon will join Renew Oregon for a Climate Emergency Day of Action at the Oregon Capitol\, with a rally from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Following the rally\, EMO will be coordinating people of faith to meet with legislators to talk about care for creation in general\, and SB 1530\, the bill before the Oregon Senate related to environmental policy. \nRSVP Now!
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/oregon-climate-emergency-day-of-action/
LOCATION:Oregon State Capitol\, 900 Court St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Renew Oregon":MAILTO:jobs@reneworegon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200130T203000
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CREATED:20200103T160157Z
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SUMMARY:Expanding Opportunities for Affordable Housing:  A Forum & Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:This Thursday\, Jan. 30\, learn about innovative ideas for developing affordable housing on land owned by faith and community-based organizations.\nThis event\, sponsored by Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (EMO) and Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS)\, will present the results of three case studies funded by a grant from Metro. \nThe grant provided consulting services for design and financing work\, provided by Bill Hart of Carleton Hart Architects and Sharon Nielson of the Nielson Group. Three organizations received their services:\n> Muslim Community Center of Portland\n> Bethel AME Economic Development Corporation (EDC)\n> Trinity Lutheran Church \nAt this event\, the consultants will present options they developed for these three organizations to potentially build affordable housing and community services on their properties. Representatives of the three organizations will also share their visions. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and to network with lenders\, developers and city staff. \nThe event is free\, but reservations are requested. Please RSVP using the form below. \nAGENDA\n> 6 pm: Dinner and Networking\n> 6:30 to 7 pm: Welcome\, Project Description and Updates\n> 7 to 8 pm: Consultant Presentations followed by Q&A\n> 8 to 8:30 pm: Resource Fair featuring Hacienda CDC; Rose CDC; Network for Affordable Housing (NOAH); Heritage Bank; NW Housing Inc.; and City of Portland bureaus of Housing\, Planning and Sustainability\, Development Services\, and Transportation; and more! \n 
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/affordable-housing-faith-forum/
LOCATION:Bethel AME Church\, 5828 NE Eighth St.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97211
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20200106T185608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T190115Z
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SUMMARY:Drum Major Celebration: Empower the Dream
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Miles Davis\, President of Linfield College in McMinnville (the first African American President in 162 years)\, will be the keynote speaker\, and the theme is: “Now is ‘Still’ the Time!” Governor Kate Brown\, County Chair Deborah Kafoury\, Mayor Ted Wheeler\, Metro President Lynn Peterson will give greetings\, inter-faith leaders will give short messages of hope\, the Pacific Youth Choir under the direction of Mia Hall will render music\, as will the Linfield College Choir under the direction of Dr. Anna Song. \nAbout the Event: The annual Drum Major Celebration is a two-day event honoring some of the City’s most promising students and most venerable leaders dedicated to humanitarianism\, social justice\, equity\, and civil service. Hosted and sponsored by Portland’s historic Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church\, the celebration is scheduled for the weekend immediately prior to Martin Luther King Junior Day. The Salute to Greatness scholarship and civic awards luncheon will take place on Saturday\, January 18\, from 12 to 2 p.m. in the Church Fellowship Hall\, while the Empower the Dream interfaith gathering and speaker series will take place on Sunday\, January 19\, in the Church Sanctuary\, from 2 to 4 p.m. \nThe public is encouraged to attend both programs and donations are encouraged for both events. All donation proceeds go to the Drum Major Scholarship Fund to support future scholarship awards. If one can’t afford the donation\, it will not be a barrier to entry.  \nFor more information\, please contact the church at (503) 282-9496\, or visit www.vafbcpdx.org.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/drum-major-celebration-empower-the-dream/
LOCATION:Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church\, 3138 N. Vancouver Ave.\, Portland\, OR\, 97227
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191230T180103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191230T180432Z
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SUMMARY:Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Oregon Coalition of Christian Voices’ Annual Legislative Forum\, where Oregon State Senators\, House Members and advocacy representatives will be the panelists discussing plans for the next legislative session. \nTopics will include:\n> Environmental Justice\n> Criminal Justice\n> Revenue\n> Housing and Human services\n> Education \nIf you have an interest in any of these subjects\, here is your chance to hear from the people making our laws. And\, if you want to make your voice heard by those same people\, you will want to be there! Legislators who have confirmed their participation so far include Rep. Karin Power\, Sen. Lew Fredericks\, and Rep. Alyssa Keny-Guyer. We also expect to have representation from lead advocacy organizations on the various topics to be discussed at the forum.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/legislative-forum/
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:20200118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200118T140000
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SUMMARY:Drum Major Celebration: Salute to Greatness
DESCRIPTION:Ms. Rukaiyah Adams\, Chief Investment Officer of Meyer Memorial Trust and Chair of the Oregon Investment Council\, will deliver the keynote address. The following community leaders will be recognized: Dr. W. Bryan Gibbs\, OHSU\, who helped us understand that gun violence is a public health issue; Mr. Donald Dixon\, who has been a leader in public education and programs for young African-American men; Rotary of Portland Peace Builders Committee\, who are also responsible for planting “Peace Poles” around the Region; Don Mazziotti\, Homer Williams\, and Lisa Marandas\, who lead the “Harbor of Hope” serving the houseless community around the Region; renown Portland gospel pianist and organist Bobby Garnett; the Gospel Music Worshop of America-NW; and Pastor Herman and Pastor Nike Greene of Abundant Life Church\, who also do police training and support young people at Roosevelt High School. \nThe following high schools have been adopted and they each will select the senior in high school who will receive a “Student Humanitarian” award\, which is accompanied with a scholarship: Jefferson\, Rosemary Anderson\, POIC\, DeLaSalle North Catholic\, Second Home\, Helensview. \nAbout the Event: The annual Drum Major Celebration is a two-day event honoring some of the City’s most promising students and most venerable leaders dedicated to humanitarianism\, social justice\, equity\, and civil service. Hosted and sponsored by Portland’s historic Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church\, the celebration is scheduled for the weekend immediately prior to Martin Luther King Junior Day. The Salute to Greatness scholarship and civic awards luncheon will take place on Saturday\, January 18\, from 12 to 2 p.m. in the Church Fellowship Hall\, while the Empower the Dream interfaith gathering and speaker series will take place on Sunday\, January 19\, in the Church Sanctuary\, from 2 to 4 p.m. \nThe public is encouraged to attend both programs and donations are encouraged for both events. All donation proceeds go to the Drum Major Scholarship Fund to support future scholarship awards. If one can’t afford the donation\, it will not be a barrier to entry.  \nFor more information\, please contact the church at (503) 282-9496\, or visit www.vafbcpdx.org.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/drum-major-celebration-salute-to-greatness/
LOCATION:Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church\, 3138 N. Vancouver Ave.\, Portland\, OR\, 97227
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20200106T232210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T234213Z
UID:6690-1578902400-1578934800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:First Stand for Climate Committee Hearing
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Renew Oregon Coalition\, Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon invites you to this climate advocacy event. \nOur Legislative leaders have an opportunity to take action NOW on our climate crisis in 2020! The Legislature is negotiating now\, and the current proposal being discussed needs meaningful changes in order for bold climate action to happen in 2020. \nWealthy polluters and other special interests using their influence to prevent and water down bold climate action\, and next Monday we have a critical opportunity to weigh in and make our voices heard in Salem. \nWe need your help in Salem to make a clear stand for bold climate action. \nJoin us Monday\, January 13\, anytime between 8 am to 5 pm at the Oregon State Capitol (900 Court St NE\, Salem) in Room #343.  \nParticipants will:\n– Attend an important Legislative hearing at 8 am (Hearing Room D).\n– Speak to the offices of their local legislators.\n– Visit the offices of Legislative leadership and the governor.\n– Help amplify our messages on social media. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/first-stand-for-climate-committee-hearing/
LOCATION:Oregon State Capitol\, 900 Court St NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Renew Oregon":MAILTO:info@reneworegon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20200106T172128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T172128Z
UID:6665-1578333600-1578340800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Say No to War: A Candlelight Prayer Vigil for Peace
DESCRIPTION:Our country is lurching closer to war. The values of faith we share call us to be peacemakers and live by faith\, not fear. However\, we have a President who is inciting violence on our border\, in our country\, and across the world. President Trump’s latest decision to recklessly assassinate the military commander of Iran will cause more violence and bloodshed in a region already facing endless wars. Read a statement from vigil organizers. \nToday\, January 6\, at 6 p.m.\, join us at All Saints Episcopal Church (4033 SE Woodstock Blvd. Portland) as others gather around the nation (even in front of the White House). We will gather as people of faith and goodwill to #PrayForPeace. We will hold a moment of silence for our world leaders and our siblings across our nation and world who live amidst violence.  \nWe must come together to pray for peace everywhere. The time is now for people of faith and goodwill to join together to denounce violence and embrace peace. \nWe hope you can join us on this evening.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/say-no-to-war-a-candlelight-prayer-vigil-for-peace/
LOCATION:All Saints Episcopal Church\, 4033 SE Woodstock Blvd.\, Portland\, OR\, 97202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191126T231806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T231921Z
UID:6562-1575712800-1575720000@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:PDX Virtual Bridge to COP25
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 25th annual United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP25). Previous conferences have produced some of the most well-known and comprehensive international agreements for setting greenhouse gas emissions targets and increasing the ability of countries to adapt to the adverse effects of climate change. \nCOP25 will take place this December in Madrid\, Spain\, and communities like Portland are seeking to be involved in the conference via a series of virtual bridges. The Portland bridge includes two public gatherings that provide an opportunity for local people to experience what is taking place at COP25 and to have an impact on the proceedings by communicating with observers\, delegates\, and others attending the conference\, as well as hearing from other local people doing climate work related to the international effort. \nAlso on Monday Dec. 2\, 7 to 9 pm\, at OMSI. \nBoth events are free and open to the public\, and registration is required. \nView more details.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/pdx-virtual-bridge-to-cop25-2/
LOCATION:Ocean BlueCOP Lewis & Clark College\, Olin Hall 301\, Portland
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191030T170012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191202T215622Z
UID:6366-1575460800-1575464400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:World AIDS Day Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Please join Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s HIV Day Center for the 2019 World AIDS Day Luncheon! \nThis is an opportunity to honor and celebrate those in our communities who live daily with HIV/AIDS\, and those who support the work we do at EMO’s Daily Bread Express and HIV Day Center—the only HIV drop-in center serving greater Portland’s most vulnerable\, low-income\, HIV-positive individuals. \nThere is no charge to attend; donations will be gratefully accepted. All contributions go towards sustaining the HIV Day Center. If you can’t attend the event\, please consider making an online donation and designate “HIV Services.” \nThe event is hosted by Concordia University in the Hagen Center (Second Floor). There is limited parking on campus. \nOnline reservations are now closed\, but you may still RSVP by contacting Ethan Livermore at (503) 841-7555 or elivermore@emoregon.org.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/wad/
LOCATION:Concordia University\, 2811 NE Holman St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97211
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191126T231141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T232109Z
UID:6558-1575313200-1575320400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:PDX Virtual Bridge to COP25
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 25th annual United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP25). Previous conferences have produced some of the most well-known and comprehensive international agreements for setting greenhouse gas emissions targets and increasing the ability of countries to adapt to the adverse effects of climate change. \nCOP25 will take place this December in Madrid\, Spain\, and communities like Portland are seeking to be involved in the conference via a series of virtual bridges. The Portland bridge includes two public gatherings that provide an opportunity for local people to experience what is taking place at COP25 and to have an impact on the proceedings by communicating with observers\, delegates\, and others attending the conference\, as well as hearing from other local people doing climate work related to the international effort. \nAlso on Saturday Dec. 7\, 10 am to 12 pm\, at Ocean BlueCOP Program at Lewis & Clark College\, Olin Hall 301. \nBoth events are free and open to the public\, and registration is required. \nView more details.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/pdx-virtual-bridge-to-cop25/
LOCATION:OMSI\, 1945 SE Water Ave\,\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191215
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191118T225950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191127T162907Z
UID:6492-1574899200-1576367999@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:PassinArt: A Theatre Company Presents Black Nativity\, a Gospel Song-Play by Langston Hughes
DESCRIPTION:In December 1961\, Black Nativity first performed off-Broadway\, a first play written by an African American. This powerful production features traditional Christmas carols and new songs performed in a rousing and inspirational gospel style. For more information contact PassinArt at (503) 235-8079 or passinart@yahoo.com. \nPassinArt: A Theatre Company founded in 1982 is the longest-producing African American theatre company in Oregon. Their mission is to entertain\, educate and inspire artists and diverse audiences while addressing critical issues facing our community. \nBlack Nativity performances will be held from Nov. 29 through Dec. 15\, on Fridays and Saturdays\, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.\, and on Sundays from 3 to 5 p.m. A special preview night show will be held on Thursday\, Nov. 28\, from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. \nLearn more and purchase tickets.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/passinart-a-theatre-company-presents-black-nativity-a-gospel-song-play-by-langston-hughes/
LOCATION:Bethel AME Church\, 5828 NE Eighth St.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97211
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191124T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191124T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191108T210844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191112T163737Z
UID:6451-1574614800-1574620200@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Ring in the Holidays - Interfaith Music for the Soul
DESCRIPTION:Music Presented by Choirs from the Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church of Portland and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Other musical presentations include the Encore Youth Choir\, the Pacific Ward Tongan Choir\, and Juliann Johnson-Weiss\, Director of Vocal Music at Portland Community College. The event is free with no registration required\, and all are welcome to attend.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/ring-in-the-holidays-interfaith-music-for-the-soul/
LOCATION:Beaverton Stake Center\, 4195 SW 99th Ave.\, Beaverton\, Oregon\, 97005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191124T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191122T181257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191122T181257Z
UID:6525-1574607600-1574613000@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Interfaith Service of Gratitude
DESCRIPTION:This free interfaith service will include readings of sacred texts\, Silent Reflection\, and Multiple Voices Choral performance of John Rutter’s “For the Beauty of the Earth.” \nPeople of all faiths and any or no spiritual background are welcome. No registration required.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/interfaith-service-of-gratitude/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, 1314 SW Park Ave.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191024T220041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T220041Z
UID:6390-1574535600-1574542800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Israel360: Roots | Shorashim | Judur: Painful Hope
DESCRIPTION:Join Israel360 for an evening with Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger and Shadi Abu Awwad of Shorashim/ Judur/ Roots\, A Local Palestinian Israeli Initiative for Understanding\, Nonviolence\, and Transformation. \nRabbi Hanan Schlesinger is and Orthodox rabbi and teacher and a Zionist settler who was transformed by his friendship with Ali Abu Awwad\, a leading Palestinian nonviolence activist. The two were part of the core group that founded Roots in the beginning of 2014. Shadi Abu Awwad created the Roots youth program and was its first director. Local Palestinian and Israeli teenagers\, who would otherwise never meet\, learn to acknowledge each other’s humanity and become a new type of leader who can work together with the other side – and not against it – to create a better future for their peoples. \nThe event is free and no registration is required. \nPlease visit friendsofroots.net for more information on the inspiring grassroots projects being done by these Israelis and Palestinians who share the conviction that human understanding and trust are the prerequisites for lasting justice\, freedom and peace on that tiny sliver of land that they both call home.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/israel360-roots-shorashim-judur-painful-hope/
LOCATION:Neveh Shalom\, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane\, Portland\, OR\, 97239\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="":MAILTO:tabor@larche-portland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20190911T174437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T175312Z
UID:6188-1574532000-1574542800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Inequality with Les Leopold and the Oregon Center for Public Policy
DESCRIPTION:Join author Les Leopold and the Oregon Center for Public Policy in an evening to explore inequality and its implications for our democracy. \nAdmission: requested donation of $5-20; includes a copy of Runaway Inequality: An Activist’s Guide to Economic Justice by Les Leopold. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nEMO is a cosponsor of this event.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/inequality-with-les-leopold-and-the-oregon-center-for-public-policy/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church Buchan Reception Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191121T201500
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191010T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T164124Z
UID:6317-1574362800-1574367300@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:An Interfaith Service of Gratitude: Sustainable Abundance
DESCRIPTION:Congregation Beit Haverim\, Lake Oswego United Church of Christ (UCC)\, the Bahai community\, the Bosniaks Educational Trust and other local congregations invite the wider community to a worship service in celebration of the gift of the Earth and our human responsibility for its just stewardship. The service will culminate with an opportunity for worshippers to make a personal pledge to concrete actions. Speakers will include The Rev. Yael Lachman of First Congregational Church UCC in Salem and Charlie Abrams\, a climate activist and a sophomore at Grover Cleveland High School in southeast Portland.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/an-interfaith-service-of-gratitude-sustainable-abundance/
LOCATION:Lake Oswego United Church of Christ\, 1111 Country Club Road\, Lake Oswego\, OR\, 97034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191118
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191015T191103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191015T191303Z
UID:6334-1573862400-1574035199@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Radical Dharma Circle
DESCRIPTION:Encounter race where it lives in your life. Rooted in the radical supposition that regardless of color or status\, race has harmed us all — though in different ways\, Radical Dharma Circle is an “encounter” with awareness and practices of dismantling the negative impacts of racialization on our collective minds\, hearts and bodies. \nLed by Rev. angle Kyodo williams\, author\, activist\, master trainer\, and Zen Sensei\, this highly experiential weekend features identity and issue-based caucuses\, full-group congresses and capacity-building using embodied practices we need to expand our sense of spaciousness to find a more complete truth: greater awareness\, understanding and compassion across lines of difference and amongst our own communities of identity. \n+Move past clever language to courageously explore your relationship to\n+race through deep listening Develop practices that cut through bias\n+while increasing personal space and capacity Begin to unpack & reveal\n+the relationship between intersecting oppressions and how they work to\n+keep us apart +Surface and confront the stored history and impact of\n+race on how you show up Engage in issue-based causes and full-group\n+congresses to meet race where it matters in your life \nRegister online; $125-$350 (scholarships may be available). Saturday\, Nov. 16\, 9 AM – 6 PM; Sunday\, Nov. 17\, 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/radical-dharma-circle/
LOCATION:Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO)\, 10301 NE Glisan St\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="":MAILTO:jjohnson@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191115T201500
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191015T190249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191015T191213Z
UID:6331-1573842600-1573848900@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Radical Dharma: Talking Race\, Love & Liberation
DESCRIPTION:Be part of the conversation of our times: the truth about Race\, Love and Liberation. We are all swimming in a system of white supremacy that keeps us from fully realizing our humanity. To fully be in our humanity we must confront how we\, regardless of the color of our bodysuit\, wield the tools of our oppressor and break ourselves and each other down. Our freedom lies in seeking to liberate ourselves and discovering the essence of love\, connection and our sense of belonging. \nThis timely conversation that Rev. angel Kyodo williams invites us to sheds light on the truth of who we are. She fortifies us as she speaks truth\, addressing our painful racist history while pointing us to a path of liberation. Reckoning with how we benefit or are at the mercy of our current system of oppression\, and seeking to free ourselves in a manner that is not about the individual self but collective healing\, is the gift of Rev. angel Kyodo williams. Remembering the truth of who we are without the shackles of racism\, we are able to witness each other’s presence. Do not miss this important conversation and an opportunity to witness truth\, love\, and liberation in action. \nRegister online; $10-30 (no one turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/radical-dharma-talking-race-love-liberation/
LOCATION:Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church\, 3138 N. Vancouver Ave.\, Portland\, OR\, 97227
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T110358
CREATED:20191107T214656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191107T214656Z
UID:6444-1573840800-1573844400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Ending Gun Violence Shabbat
DESCRIPTION:During Congregation Beth Israel’s Friday night Kabbalat Shabbat service\, they will be learning more about the Movement for Gun Violence Prevention. All are welcome to attend.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/ending-gun-violence-shabbat/
LOCATION:Congregation Beth Israel\, 1972 N.W. Flanders St.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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