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SUMMARY:Fixing Your City: Creating Thriving Neighborhoods and Adapting to a Changing world
DESCRIPTION:Amid the headlines announcing disheartening stories about global warming\, there is good news—while the challenges are real\, so are the solutions. \nAward-winning Portland urban architect George Crandall suggests practical responses in his groundbreaking book\, Fixing Your City: Creating Thriving Neighborhoods and Adapting to a Changing World. \nIn an interactive presentation\, Crandall will introduce a radical transformation strategy that will tackle the city’s toughest challenges\, resulting in healthy places to live\, work and play. He will give a compelling commentary that: \n\nIdentifies a planning process that offers solutions to critical urban issues\, using examples from the city of Portland.\nAddresses climate change and congestion with an integrated land use/transportation strategy that reduces transportation carbon emissions by 50 percent by shortening and eliminating auto trips.\nProposes a new class of professionals\, urban architects\, who would design cities that work\, both for residents and for our endangered earth.\n\nFixing Your City is finding a warm reception in Portland. Mayor Ted Wheeler has said in regard to Crandall’s proposals: “I believe that this (transformation) strategy will provide our city with innovative solutions for dealing with population growth\, congestion\, and global warming.” \nBill McKibben\, author of The End of Nature\, and founder of 350.org\, says this about Fixing Your City: “Cities are going to have to transform themselves if we’re to make the progress we need in the climate fight—transform themselves to deal with the trouble now coming\, and transform themselves to cause less damage. George Crandall reminds us that along the way these kinds of repairs can also produce cities that are more fun to inhabit.” \nFor over 40 years\, George Crandall has been involved in the life of U.S. cities\, both as an architect and urban designer\, and as a passionate and dedicated citizen activist. In 1998\, he founded the Portland\, Ore.\, consulting firm Crandall Arambula\, the only firm in the nation that has the singular focus of revitalizing cities. Many of the firm’s projects have received awards for their innovative solutions to seemingly intractable problems. \nCrandall earned a Bachelor of Architecture and a Bachelor of Science in civil engineering\, both from the University of Arizona. An FAIA\, he has been active in numerous professional and civic organizations\, and lives in Portland. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Crandall’s book “Fixing Your City” will be available for sale at the event as a fundraiser for EMO. This night only\, 100 percent of the purchase price will go to support Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s Creation Justice. \nPlease RSVP https://www.facebook.com/events/397651200997342/.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/fixing-your-city-creating-thriving-neighborhoods-and-adapting-to-a-changing-world/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Cathedral\, 147 NW 19th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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CREATED:20190306T180556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T191704Z
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SUMMARY:L'Arche @ Tabor
DESCRIPTION:L’Arche@Tabor is a monthly community gathering of people with and without intellectual disabilities ​at Taborspace in southeast Portland. \nJoin L’Arche Portland for monthly potluck dinners and community celebrations at Taborspace! Open your hearts to friends with and without intellectual disabilities\, discover a community of belonging and inclusion\, and engage in activities and discussions that feed our spirit. Taborspace aims to be an anchor for community life; a friendly place for people to meet\, laugh\, learn\, celebrate\, and share with one another. \nUpcoming dates: March 7\, April 4\, May 2\, June 6. \nTo learn more\, please contact tabor@larche-portland.org or (503) 251-6901 or visit https://www.larche-portland.org/tabor.html.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/larche-tabor/
LOCATION:TaborSpace\, 5441 SE Belmont St.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="L'Arche":MAILTO:tabor@larche-portland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190304T160000
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CREATED:20181218T230616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190307T181501Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Interfaith Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:There is strength in knowledge and strength in numbers! Join with others of diverse faiths from around the state for “Raising Diverse Voices of Faith to Strengthen Oregon Communities.” \nWe make it easy for you! Attend issue briefings and workshops on advocating for compassionate legislation on climate\, criminal justice\, health care\, housing\, hunger and immigration. Then join in a march to the State Capitol\, where we will make our faith voice heard in meetings with our state legislators. We provide talking points and make all necessary appointments for you. \nTogether we can build a just\, inclusive and hope-filled future for all Oregonians. \nRegister now. \nPreview packet materials:\nAgenda\nAdvocacy 101\nIssue Brief: Gun Safety\nIssue Brief: Justice Reinvestment\nIssue Brief: Housing\nIssue Brief: Youth Homelessness\nIssue Brief: Health Care\nIssue Brief: Immigration\nIssue Brief: Immigration (part 2)\nIssue Brief: Equal Access to Roads Act\nIssue Brief: EITC\nIssue Brief: Climate Justice\nEvaluation Form
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2019-interfaith-advocacy-day/
LOCATION:St. Mark Lutheran Church\, 790 Marion St. NE\, Salem\, OR\, 97301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190303T170000
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CREATED:20190225T231004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190225T231004Z
UID:5276-1551625200-1551632400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:OADP Film Screening in Portland
DESCRIPTION:IN THE EXECUTIONER’S SHADOW \nA documentary sponsored by Oregonians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty \nMarch 3rd\, 2019\, 3 pm \nHosted by First Unitarian Church of Portland \nPanel discussion after the film. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/oadp-film-screening-in-portland/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church\, 1211 SW Main St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190302T170000
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CREATED:20190125T185621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190125T185621Z
UID:5182-1551517200-1551546000@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Human Trafficking Workshop & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox is hosting a FREE workshop + fundraiser to raise awareness about Human Trafficking and support for organizations doing work to combat this issue\, and bring healing to victims of this great evil. \nThere will be guest speakers and an interactive audio tour where people can see the stages a victim experiences. \nFREE. Space is limited. Registration Required: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjVnPBfefZ37hHYC9Dr3jnc3Kl1ULEecgiSF2272qnaejzdw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1 \nDownload flyer: https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A13a1364c-b22b-4717-a0d0-11250765afbf
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/human-trafficking-workshop-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral\, 3131 NE Glisan St.\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97232
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190219T071500
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CREATED:20181221T201145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181221T201145Z
UID:5086-1550560500-1550565000@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:17th Annual Jobs with Justice's Faith-Labor Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Come out to Portland Jobs with Justice’s annual gathering of workers and local faith leaders as we break bread\, hear powerful stories\, and sing out in celebration for workers’ rights victories! This year’s theme will be “Higher Ground.” \nRegister at https://jwjpdx.org/17th-annual-faith-labor-breakfast/
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/17th-annual-jobs-with-justices-faith-labor-breakfast/
LOCATION:St. Andrew Catholic\, 806 NE Alberta St\, Portland\, OR\, 97211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190206T160000
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CREATED:20190204T182423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190204T184635Z
UID:5227-1549443600-1549468800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Clean Energy Jobs Lobby Day
DESCRIPTION:Turn your concern and passion about climate change into action\, and join us in Salem for the Clean Energy Jobs Lobby Day to push for meaningful climate legislation. \nAs people of faith\, we are called to live out a prophetic vision that prioritizes protecting the most vulnerable communities in our society and the abundant Creation in which we have the privilege to live. Our state’s approach to addressing climate change currently falls short of this vision. Let’s show up in force to encourage our elected leaders to support for legislation that repairs our compact with each other and our natural home. \nThis free event will start with training to make sure you feel ready to talk with your legislator. Next is lunch\, then join VIP speakers to rally on the Capitol steps for climate action. In the afternoon\, you will go with a trained lobby day leader to your pre-scheduled meetings to ask your legislator to support climate legislation in 2019. \nThis is a day when we have the opportunity to make an incredibly powerful statement to our legislators to pass the strongest bill on climate — and it’s a ton of fun! \nRSVP at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gwl_DgVjJv_Ed9neB4bopC2wmgUrW-GGchBrpvyze3E/edit?usp=drive_web
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/clean-energy-jobs-lobby-day-2/
LOCATION:Elsinore Theatre\, 170 High St. SE\, Salem\, Oregon\, 97301
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190203T160000
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CREATED:20190115T182538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190115T183617Z
UID:5133-1549202400-1549209600@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Death Penalty Documentary Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join OADP for a screening of the film “In the Executioner’s Shadow\,” followed by a discussion about Oregon’s death penalty\, with Ron Steiner\, of Oregonians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/death-penalty-documentary-film-screening/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1624 NE Hancock\, Portland\, OR\, 97212
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190127T200000
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CREATED:20190115T194657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190115T194916Z
UID:5136-1548612000-1548619200@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Oregon Vigil\, Rally & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join hundreds in the sanctuary and thousands statewide to help launch our two bills in the State Legislature to ban the sale of assault weapons and large-capacity magazines in Oregon. \n\n\nThe Lift Every Voice movement is a growing network of faith communities\, students and other organizations\, with over 3\,000 volunteers statewide.\nSee lifteveryvoiceoregon.com for info and to get involved.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/lift-every-voice-oregon-vigil-rally-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Augustana Lutheran Church\, 2710 NE 14th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190121T200000
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CREATED:20190116T001617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190116T001617Z
UID:5143-1548093600-1548100800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:L’Arche@Westside event
DESCRIPTION: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 in activities and discussions that feed our spirits. \nAll gatherings are held on third Mondays 6-8 PM in the Fireside Room at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Beaverton.\n13715 Walker Road\, Beaverton\, OR 97005\nTo learn more\, please contact info@larche-portland.org or call (503) 251-6901 \nFacebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/297011251078349/ \nWebsite: https://www.larche-portland.org/westside.html
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/larchewestside-event/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Catholic Church\, 13715 Walker Road\, Beaverton\, OR\, 97005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190120T160000
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CREATED:20181226T164310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181226T164310Z
UID:5102-1547992800-1548000000@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Empower the Dream Annual Ecumenical Service
DESCRIPTION: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). \n“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 sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to open the doors of opportunity to all God’s children. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quick-sands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood [sisterhood].”
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/empower-the-dream-annual-ecumenical-service/
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:20190119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190119T140000
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CREATED:20181226T163929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181226T163929Z
UID:5098-1547899200-1547906400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Salute to Greatness Scholarship Benefit & Awards Luncheon
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“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 sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to open the doors of opportunity to all God’s children. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quick-sands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood [sisterhood].”
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/salute-to-greatness-scholarship-benefit-awards-luncheon/
LOCATION:New Song Church Community Center\, 220 NE Russell Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190119T120000
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CREATED:20190115T182123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190115T182141Z
UID:5129-1547892000-1547899200@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:2019 Faith Community Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTOPICS WILL INCLUDE:\n-Clean Energy Jobs\n-Revenue\n-Housing\n-Gun Safety\n-Death Penalty\n-Healthcare \nPARTICIPATING LEGISLATORS WILL INCLUDE:\n-House Majority Leader Jennifer Williamson\n-Representatives Rob Nosse and Alyssa Kenny Guyer\n-Senators Michael Dembrow\, Lew Frederick and Laurie Monnes Anderson \nIf you have an interest in any of these subjects and want to hear from the people making our laws\, then please join us.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2019-faith-community-legislative-forum/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church 1624 NE Hancock St. Portland\, OR. 97212\, 1624 NE Hancock\, Portland\, OR\, 97212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190101T160000
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CREATED:20181129T191650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T191650Z
UID:4987-1546344000-1546358400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Labyrinth Walk
DESCRIPTION:Get your New Year off to a good start! \nTake 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. \nThis event is free and open to the public ~ Everyone ~ all ages ~ are invited and welcome to walk the labyrinth.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/new-years-labyrinth-walk/
LOCATION:Christ United Methodist Church\, 12755 NW Dogwood St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181221T190000
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CREATED:20181126T163108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T163108Z
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SUMMARY:Vigil of Remembrance and Solidarity
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nRemember the 79 people who died outside on Portland streets in the past year.\nSupport the Foster Street Homeless Shelter opening in 2019.\nCall on Portland leaders to end punitive sweeps and over-policing of the homeless.\nCommit as a community to equitable access for the homeless of bathrooms\, garbage and safe overnight camping areas.\n\nWe will gather at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church at 5415 SE Powell at 5 p.m. Folks will walk in a silent procession for 3/4-mile to the Foster Street Shelter\, where the Vigil will take place. This event is being organized by 4 Lutheran churches – Bethlehem\, Central\, St. Mark’s and Pilgrim.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/vigil-of-remembrance-and-solidarity/
LOCATION:St. Mark’s Lutheran Church\, 5415 SE Powell\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181126T210958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T211154Z
UID:4976-1545307200-1545314400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Silent Vigil for Immigrant Children Separated from Parents
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/silent-vigil-for-immigrant-children-separated-from-parents/
LOCATION:Terry Schrunk Plaza
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181215T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181216T080000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181205T183855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181205T183855Z
UID:5005-1544904000-1544947200@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Gun Violence Sabbath 2018: Points of Light Vigil
DESCRIPTION:Join this all-night vigil to remember all who have been affected by gun violence.\nThe vigil will end the following morning\, when we join people of all faiths and\ndenominations for a service of light in lighting the night in memory of someone killed.\nAt 11:30 am in the parish hall we will create a memorial luminary bringing forth\nlights for those souls that are no longer here. \n 
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/gun-violence-sabbath-2018-points-of-light-vigil/
LOCATION:Christ Church Episcopal Parish\, 1060 Chandler Rd.\, Lake Owego\, Oregon\, 97034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181214T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181031T201121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T174243Z
UID:4880-1544812200-1544819400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Souls & Survivors Vigil: Commemorating Clackamas Town Center & Sandy Hook
DESCRIPTION: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 by gun violence in Oregon and across the United States. \nRSVP at https://west-moms.ngpvanhost.com/ngpvanforms/24604.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/souls-survivors-vigil-commemorating-clackamas-town-center-sandy-hook/
LOCATION:Riversgate Church\, 7634 SW Capitol Hwy.\, Portland\, OR\, 97219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181209T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181108T230830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T230830Z
UID:4938-1544374800-1544378400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Bearing Witness: A Service of Healing and Wholeness for Survivors of Sexual Trauma
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor more information\, please contact the Reverend Beth Neel at (503) 287-1289.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/bearing-witness-a-service-of-healing-and-wholeness-for-survivors-of-sexual-trauma/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1624 NE Hancock\, Portland\, OR\, 97212
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181106T214616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181106T214616Z
UID:4909-1544205600-1544214600@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Rise Up for Refugees
DESCRIPTION:A benefit for United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees. \nPalestine Refugees Need Your Help! The lives\, rights\, dignity\, and future of over 5 million children\, women\, and men are at risk after the abrupt withdrawal of US funding for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Since 1950\, UNRWA has provided this vulnerable community with quality education\, healthcare\, protection\, employment\, and essential services\, pending a just and lasting solution for their plight. Now\, this vital relief and development agency faces the greatest challenge in its proud history. \nBenefit Dinner. Attend an educational benefit dinner to raise awareness and support for UNRWA and the refugees it serves. An UNRWA USA representative will give an update on this humanitarian crisis and Palestinians who have received UNRWA support will share their stories.   \n6 pm: Networking and Resource Tabling\n6:30 pm: Buffet Dinner: Hoda’s Middle-Eastern Cuisine\n7 pm: Program Begins \nGet more information and purchase tickets.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/rise-up-for-refugees/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Church Buchan Reception Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181205T133000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20180927T163641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181019T190039Z
UID:4749-1544011200-1544016600@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:World AIDS Day Fundraiser Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Please join Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s HIV Services for our annual World AIDS Day Fundraiser Luncheon. This is an opportunity for us to honor and celebrate those in our community who live with HIV/AIDS\, and those who support the work we do at our HIV Day Center and Daily Bread Express. \nMany of the HIV Day Center’s most compelling and meaningful moments happen over a shared meal–and so we invite you to join us for a meal\, sponsored by and held at our neighboring Concordia University. Partners and supporters both new and old will have the chance to hear where this past year has taken HIV Services and where we are headed in 2019. We welcome all to this opportunity to give vital financial support to a beloved community resource. \nThere is no charge to attend the event\, but reservations are requested\, and donations will be gratefully accepted.  \nReserve Now
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/world-aids-day-fundraiser-luncheon/
LOCATION:Concordia University\, 2811 NE Holman St.\, Portland\, OR\, 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:20181115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181106T205155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181106T205155Z
UID:4905-1542308400-1542312000@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Interfaith Gratitude Service: Celebrating God’s Inclusive Love
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to attend this interfaith celebration of God’s inclusive love\, highlighting both our shared values and the diverse ways we express our faith. By coming together as beloved children of God\, we hope to make the world a better place for all. \nThe service is hosted by the Lake Oswego United Church of Christ\, Congregation Beit Haverim\, the Muslim Educational Trust\, The Bahá’í Faith of Portland\, and the Islamic Community of North American Bosniaks. We will gather together to celebrate our diversity\, and the many things we share in common as people of God. \nFeaturing special guest speaker Willie Poinsette of Respond to Racism\, our service will be led by Rabbi Alan Berg of Beit Haverim\, and Rev. Jennie Ott of Lake Oswego United Church of Christ. Members of each faith community will help guide the service with readings\, prayers\, poetry and music. \nFollowing the service\, we will gather around a delightful spread of refreshments to get better acquainted in conversation. We invite you\, your family\, neighbors\, and friends to join us. \nOptional Donations: There will be an opportunity to provide financial support for Respond to Racism should you wish to do so.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/interfaith-gratitude-service-celebrating-gods-inclusive-love/
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;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181012T172451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181106T205552Z
UID:4820-1542306600-1542313800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Affordable Housing Faith Forum & Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free Faith Forum and Resource Fair on Affordable Housing\, cosponsored by Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon (EMO) and the City of Portland. We extend an invitation to all faith-based organizations in the City of Portland with interest in developing affordable housing on their property. \nThe evening will include a panel discussion and a Q & A session with various experts in affordable housing—lenders\, developers and city officials. A resource fair will follow the panel discussion and will allow an opportunity for networking and more information around this topic. Light snacks will be provided. \nPlease RSVP to ksharinghousen@emoregon.org or call Krystal at EMO at (503) 221-1054\, ext. 201.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/affordable-housing-faith-forum-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Grace Memorial Episcopal Church\, 1535 NE 17th Avenue\, Portland\, OR\, 97232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T072000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181114T083000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181031T220624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T220624Z
UID:4890-1542180000-1542184200@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Second Home Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:No cost to attend; donations will be gratefully accepted. All contributions go towards sustaining the Gresham-Barlow Second Home program. If you can’t attend\, please consider making a secure online donation and select “Second Home.” \nFor more information about the event\, call (503) 261-4583. To learn more about us\, go to emo-secondhome.org. \nPlease RSVP no later than Nov. 7 to ajenkins@emoregon.org.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/second-home-breakfast/
LOCATION:The Rockwood Center\, 17805 SE Stark St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181108T225347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T225347Z
UID:4931-1542099600-1542117600@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Mulugeta Seraw Commemoration Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Portland in partnership with other community-based organizations and the City of Portland\, is spearheading a project to honor Mulugeta Seraw (Mo͞o-lo͞o-ɡāt-ah sə-rou)\, 28-year old Ethiopian college student living in Portland\, Ore.\, who was murdered by racist skinheads outside of his apartment on Nov. 13\, 1988. Join us for a half-day conference on Tuesday\, Nov. 13\, 2018 – the 30th anniversary of Mulugeta’s death – to learn more about the history of anti-Black violence in Oregon and what steps we as community can take to address it. \nThe conference will include panel discussions\, Continuing Legal Education (CLE) for attorneys\, and community training on addressing hate. Mulugeta’s family members\, friends and the attorneys who litigated and won the case against the White Aryan Resistance (WAR) will be among those speaking at this half-day conference. \nRegistration at https://ulpdx.ejoinme.org/RememberSeraw. \n\nRegistration fee: $75\nStudent registration: $20\n\nScholarships are available. To attend on a scholarship\, please use this Google form: https://tinyurl.com/ybs5v7x9 (the application form is short and very simple). \nRegistration gives full access to the conference including continental breakfast\, buffet lunch and one breakout session. (The breakout sessions are held concurrently.)
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/mulugeta-seraw-commemoration-conference/
LOCATION:University Place Conference Center\, 310 SW Lincoln St\, Portland\, OR\, 97201
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181031T173553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T173553Z
UID:4876-1541934000-1541944800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Fair Trade Autumn Market
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to shop the Fair Trade Autumn Market at First Presbyterian Church (FCP). \nVendors will have Fair Trade wearables\, fine crafts\, and indigenous art from Bangladesh\, Central and South America\, South Africa\, and Zimbabwe. FPC’s own Fair Trade will have olive oil products\, coffees and chocolates from Palestine\, Mexico\, and Central and South America. Fair Trade ensures that poor women\, farmers and their families can thrive with fair wages and safe working conditions while producing top quality items for us and our loved ones in this holy holiday season. \nEnter the Geneva Hall entrance behind the toll booth (free parking for shoppers in garage on SW 12th St. @ SW Morrison St.).
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/fair-trade-autumn-market/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 1200 SW Alder St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181105T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181023T160936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T205113Z
UID:4851-1541426400-1541431800@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:A Pilgrimage to the Chartres Labyrinth: Presentation\, discussion and guided meditation
DESCRIPTION:The Chartres Cathedral Labyrinth in France is the best persevered medieval labyrinth of the 80 labyrinths built in 11th and 12th century Europe. Pilgrimage was very important in medieval Europe and Chartres was a major stop for pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. Pilgrimage is again popular in our time as a way to find guidance\, inner connection and meaning in our lives. The meandering labyrinth is an ideal place for reflection and meditation. \nPlease join Patricia Newton (labyrinth facilitator\, member of the Trinity Labyrinth Guild and Labyrinth Network Northwest) for a free presentation about her recent pilgrimage to Chartres and a discussion of labyrinths and pilgrimage. There will be a guided meditation and quiet time for you to consider the pilgrimages in your own life. \nThe beautiful Trinity Chartres style labyrinth in Trinity Episcopal Cathedral’s Kempton Hall will be open for a personal reflective pre-election day walk from 11 a.m. until 1:45 p.m. prior to the presentation. \n 
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/a-pilgrimage-to-the-chartres-labyrinth-presentation-discussion-and-guided-meditation/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Cathedral\, 147 NW 19th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Trinity Episcopal Cathedral":MAILTO:cathedral@trinity-episcopal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181105T134500
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181023T160228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T160228Z
UID:4845-1541415600-1541425500@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:Pre-Election Day Labyrinth Walk: A time for personal quiet\, reflection and centering
DESCRIPTION:Election time can be stressful and anxiety provoking.  Fears and hopes become more alive in our thoughts. Many emotions run high and we can feel greatly out of control and off balance. \nThe Trinity Labyrinth Guild is offering a pre-election day labyrinth walk. The labyrinth is an ancient pattern that naturally calms the mind\, emotions and body and allows one to deeply reflect and find a personal path to manage these stresses. The beautiful Trinity Chartres Labyrinth in Kempton Hall will be open from 11 a.m. until 1:45 p.m. for an open public walk. Open to all points of view! Free; donations accepted.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/pre-election-day-labyrinth-walk-a-time-for-personal-quiet-reflection-and-centering/
LOCATION:Trinity Episcopal Cathedral\, 147 NW 19th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Trinity Episcopal Cathedral":MAILTO:cathedral@trinity-episcopal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20181016T162940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T205553Z
UID:4828-1541239200-1541246400@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:A Labor of Love: Facing the Challenges of Caregiving for a Spouse or Intimate Partner
DESCRIPTION:It’s one thing to promise faithfulness in sickness and in health\, but the reality of caring for a spouse with chronic or terminal illness can feel like too much to bear. It’s not just that the physical demands take such a toll. Fear\, anxiety\, confusion\, disappointment\, uncertainty\, sadness\, and anger can sap emotional strength and 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. Presenter Nancie Potter\, JD\, LMFT\, will address these issues and more with warmth\, expertise\, and understanding. Bring your questions! \nTo register\, call (503) 253-0964\, or register online at www.nwcounseloing.org/services/workshops.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/a-labor-of-love-facing-the-challenges-of-caregiving-for-a-spouse-or-intimate-partner/
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:20181101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181101T211500
DTSTAMP:20260502T204003
CREATED:20180614T203312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T171916Z
UID:4060-1541077200-1541106900@emoregon.org
SUMMARY:2018 Collins Summit "Human Migration: Claiming roots in an uprooted world"
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for EMO’s 2018 Collins Summit exploring the causes\, challenges and opportunities of human migration in an increasingly global society. Join a diverse group of refugees\, immigrants\, advocates and scholars to develop an informed and compassionate approach to human migration both within and across borders. \nThe event will include an afternoon seminar with a plenary and workshop sessions followed by an evening lecture by The Rev. Dr. David Vásquez-Levy\, President of the Pacific School of Religion\, and Ellen Rosenblum\, Oregon Attorney General. \nAfternoon workshop topics include the causes of migration\, what the journey entails\, challenges faced upon arrival\, and the intersectionality of community concerns such as racism\, profiling and criminal justice. Afternoon events begin at 1 p.m. at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church\, 6700 NE 29th Ave. The evening Collins Lecture\, addressing theological and legal aspects of human migration\, will begin at 7 p.m. in the Concordia University Gymnasium\, 6430 NE 27th Ave. \nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Rev. Dr. David Vásquez-Levy\nPresident\, Pacific School of Religion\nEllen Rosenblum\nOregon Attorney General\n\n\n\nJoin us as a sponsor or partner in developing an informed and compassionate response to our neighbors in need! Sponsors provide financial support to produce the event. Partners endorse and promote the event to their constituents and may assist in planning workshops and recruiting workshop leaders. Your support will enable us to increase awareness and understanding of human migration. Download a Sponsor Agreement. \nCosponsors to date include: American Friends Service Committee; Augustana Lutheran Church; Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Oregon & SW Idaho; Community of Christ\, Portland; Concordia University; Crescent Systems\, Inc.; DocuMart; Evangelical Lutheran Church in America\, Oregon Synod; Pastor Don Frueh; Gorge Ecumenical Ministries; Institute for Christian Muslim Understanding; Muslim Educational Trust; Neil Kelly Company; Oregon-Idaho Conference of the United Methodist Church; Portland Parks & Recreation; Providence Health & Services; Quakers; Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary; Unite Oregon; Warner Pacific University.
URL:https://emoregon.org/event/2018-collins-summit-human-migration-claiming-our-roots-in-an-uprooted-world/
LOCATION:Concordia University\, 2811 NE Holman St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97211
CATEGORIES:Community Events,EMO Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon":MAILTO:emo@emoregon.org
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