Author: Nikki Beezley

The Alchemy of the Season

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This week has had an “in-between” quality to it. The holidays have begun—tonight is the last night of Hanukkah. And yet, the Winter Solstice and Christmas are still a few days away. There is a stillness that comes in these days when the dark seems … read more.

Sara Hamill, M.A.

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Spiritual Direction is the gentle unfolding of your life’s experience and personal life story that supports who you are and who you are becoming. I will act as a guide, deeply listening, accompanying, and supporting you as a spiritual coach to companion your journey and … read more.

Clay Street Table

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Please Join our Table Fundraiser, Oct 11

On Wed, Oct. 11, come support & celebrate the work of Clay Street Table at our first in-person fundraiser since the pandemic!

See & enjoy our permanent space at partner First Christian Church, swing & sway to the live … read more.

Homecoming Sunday

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Last Sunday—Homecoming Sunday—was a great day at the church. The in-person count that morning was 452 people, and we had some 200 devices sign in online. What a difference it makes to have the Sanctuary full of people! There is nothing like a room full … read more.

Chesney Deale Fund: August 27

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 We share our plate with The Chesney Deale Fund, which supports intern ministers at First Unitarian Portland. Being a teaching congregation enhances the congregation’s ministry and serves the larger UU faith.

The congregation’s past interns have gone on to serve the congregation in many ways, from congregations … read more.

DRUUMM: July 23

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DRUUMM (Diverse Revolutionary UU Multicultural Ministries) is a UU People of Color ministry and anti-racist collective bringing lay and religious professionals together to overcome racism through resistance and to transform Unitarian Universalism through our multicultural experiences. DRUUMM serves hundreds of UUs of color (and … read more.