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UU Men’s Community Movie Discussion/Potluck Group Writing Circle meets on the third Tuesday between 6:30 and 8:30 to facilitate and share in the writing process. They write together from prompts as well as read some of our favorite short pieces. By leaving the critiques behind, this group provides a place and time “to get the juices flowing” and exchange positive response. Open to all on a drop-in basis. Contact: Sally Young, 503-652-6349. Poetry Writing Group meets the second and fourth Thursdays, 7–8:30 p.m. Bring your imagination, insights, humor, and wit. Bring your hidden child to be discovered, or your lost talent that wants to be realized. We are a small group of gentle people who gather to encourage each one’s poetic voice in an intimate setting. No poetry writing experience is necessary. Contact: Barry Green, 360-713-7148. Partner Church Program. First Church has a partner Unitarian church in Budapest, Hungary. This partnership was established by congregational vote in May, 2004 with the intent to develop cross-cultural ties, exchange theological, philosophical and political ideas and to engender mutual support of Unitarians around the world. In addition we seek, by this partnership, to create a historical connection, personally engage in peaceful dialogues with our international brethren, and understand ourselves in an international context. Over the past six years we have indeed developed some wonderful friendships with our Unitarian brethren there and learned much about their lives and our Unitarian heritage. Learn more about our partnership with Budapesti Unitárius Egyházközség (and some catchy Hungarian phrases), as well as potential travel opportunities. Contact Camille Wright at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Campus Ministries. Metropolitan Campus Ministries Committee (MC2) is a Portland regional group active on three college campuses. Meetings are held at Portland State University, Reed College, and Lewis & Clark College. Contact: Dana Regan, 503-228-6389, ext. 15. Young Adults Group. This social, educational, and action group is open to 18–35 year olds. See Sunday Bulletin for event details. Learn more about the Young Adults Program. Weekly Support Group. Meets Thursdays from 12–1 p.m. in the Channing Room (Eliot Complex). Open to All. Are you going through a difficult time (job loss, divorce, losing your home, etc.)? Consider joining our “We’re All in This Together” support group. Lead by Rev. Kate Lore, the group is free of charge. Drop-in are welcome. Caregiver Support Group. The Caregiver Support Group meets monthly on the fourth Sunday of each month from 10:45 am – 12:15 pm. The group is a gathering of congregants and friends of First Unitarian who are caregivers, family members caring for a loved at home, in a facility, or at a distance. The group experience provides information, support and inspiration to meet the challenges and cope with the ambiguity, stress and change of caregiving. Through discussion and reflection we are able to identify how this work can be a part of our spiritual practice. The group is open to new members; contact Helena Lee at 503-282-4144 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information. Other Service Groups Bed & Breakfast Program. This program for UU travelers coordinates short-term home stay with local congregants. A modest financial contribution benefits the church. Visitors are hosted in a variety of accommodations throughout the metro area. Contact: Anne Mabley, 503-288-3530. Labyrinth. This walking meditation experience is offered on the first Sunday of every month, from 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in Buchan Reception, and on special occasions. Friends of the Labyrinth: Mary Sackstedder, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Patty Clement, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Lay Ministry. This group of trained church members offer one-to-one caring and support to fellow church members in times of need, including spiritual crisis, major life changes (i.e. loss of loved one or employment), age or mobility isolation, health problems, etc. New Lay Ministers are chosen (through an application process) every few years. If you need to arrange for support or help, contact: the Church Office, 503-228-6389. |
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