Westminster Presbyterian Church is hosting this service for all those who are survivors of sexual trauma, who seek community and healing. The service will include readings, silence and healing prayer for those who wish to be prayed for. For more information, please contact the Reverend Beth Neel at (503) 287-1289.
Join us to remember, to uphold, to care, and to comfort together, as we mark six years since the tragic shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary and Clackamas Town Center in December 2012. The vigil will include poetry, music, quiet meditation time, and an activity to provide a visual remembrance for those who have been impacted … Continue reading Souls & Survivors Vigil: Commemorating Clackamas Town Center & Sandy Hook
Join this all-night vigil to remember all who have been affected by gun violence. The vigil will end the following morning, when we join people of all faiths and denominations for a service of light in lighting the night in memory of someone killed. At 11:30 am in the parish hall we will create a … Continue reading Gun Violence Sabbath 2018: Points of Light Vigil
We will stand in silence in the Terry D. Schrunk Plaza near the sidewalk facing the Federal Building in downtown Portland, where an installation of 100+ pairs of children's shoes will be displayed with a sign: Los niños desaparecidos. Please, leave anti-signs at home. Bring some love and battery-run candles if you can.
The Vigil will be held on National Homeless Person's Memorial Day and the longest night of the year. The aims of the Vigil are to: Remember the 79 people who died outside on Portland streets in the past year. Support the Foster Street Homeless Shelter opening in 2019. Call on Portland leaders to end punitive … Continue reading Vigil of Remembrance and Solidarity
Get your New Year off to a good start! Take a break from your busy schedule and enjoy some peace and quiet and mellow music as you walk the labyrinth. You’re welcome to come and enjoy some quiet time and listen to the music even if you choose not to walk the labyrinth. This event … Continue reading New Year’s Labyrinth Walk
The Oregon Coalition of Christian Voices will conduct its 5th annual legislative forum with legislative leaders and advocacy representatives as panelists discussing plans for the 2019 legislative session. TOPICS WILL INCLUDE: -Clean Energy Jobs -Revenue -Housing -Gun Safety -Death Penalty -Healthcare PARTICIPATING LEGISLATORS WILL INCLUDE: -House Majority Leader Jennifer Williamson -Representatives Rob Nosse and Alyssa … Continue reading 2019 Faith Community Legislative Forum
This is event is part of the 13th Annual Drum Major Ecumenical Services, with the theme "Now Is the Time!" The keynote speaker will be Mr. Lakayana Drury. "Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy. Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the … Continue reading Salute to Greatness Scholarship Benefit & Awards Luncheon
This is event is part of the 13th Annual Drum Major Ecumenical Services, with the theme “Now Is the Time!” The renowned keynote speaker will be Ambassador Attalah Shabazz (Eldest Daughter of Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz). “Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy. Now is the time to rise … Continue reading Empower the Dream Annual Ecumenical Service
Join L’Arche Portland for monthly potluck dinners and community celebrations at Holy Trinity in Beaverton! This is an exciting opportunity to build relationships and establish a community of belonging on the westside as we prepare our newest L'Arche Portland home there. Open your hearts to friends with and without intellectual disabilities, discover a community of inclusion, and engage … Continue reading L’Arche@Westside event
