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SUMMARY:Monthly Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Congregants are welcome to join us in person (Buchan Reception Hall) or on Zoom: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82930223125?pwd=nWHAO9V2u2GYaaNeMOcai3cKCsz4VU.1
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/monthly-board-meeting-2/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T235334Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Practices Group
DESCRIPTION:First Thursdays in Channing (A101) \nThird Thursdays in Eliot Chapel \n  \nJoin with us on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. to sit together in silence. Connect to your inner self as well as something bigger than yourself. Bring more peace and joy into your life\, increase mindfulness and develop more perspective. \n“Contemplative spirituality is about slowing down and relaxing our action\, our striving\, and all of our ‘doings.’ In order to ‘wake up’ to the Reality in which we are already immersed\, we must slow down and gently transition ‘from doing to being.’ “ – Keith Kristich \nThis is a drop-in group. Any silent sitting practice is welcomed and no prior meditation experience is needed. If you would like to learn a contemplative practice for use during the group\, let the facilitators know and they will meet with you half an hour before the group sit begins. \nEach group meeting consists of a 20-minute meditation\, a check-in on a spiritually oriented topic\, and deep discussion of a poem or short reading. Facilitator is Patty C. We look forward to being with you! \n— \nPatty has been a UU since childhood and has attended First Unitarian for 20 years. She has taught spiritual practice classes and been involved with Wellspring\, the Labyrinth and other church programs. She learned meditation in college and has had a daily meditation practice since joining First Unitarian. She has been an active Spiritual Director since 2012.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/contemplative-practices-group-3/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Channing\, A101
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
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SUMMARY:Vespers
DESCRIPTION:Our Lay Ministers will offer inspirational readings\, guided meditation\, and quiet music in a contemplative program at week’s end. \nCongregants and visitors are invited to bring their prayer requests to be held during the service. They are received in real-time through the Zoom chat box\, seen\, and read aloud anonymously by the hosts. This is a time to join in prayer not only for our community but also for the world. \nWe look forward to sharing this time of quiet reflection with you when we are all holding so much in our hearts. \nDetails: Fridays\, 5 – 5:40 p.m. \nJoin here (SAVE THIS LINK! It works every Friday.) \nhttps://tinyurl.com/Vespers-1stU
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/vespers/2026-05-08/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
UID:10001384-1778408100-1778412600@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:🕯️ Sunday Worship
DESCRIPTION:In-person\nSanctuary\n1211 SW Main St.\nPortland\, OR 97205 \n  \nJoin us on livestream here
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/sunday-worship/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250509T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T223552Z
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SUMMARY:Children and Youth Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Community\, also referred to as R.E. (Religious Education)\, meets at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings.  On the first Sunday of the month\, children and youth start out in the main Sanctuary for our monthly “Together Time” before moving on to their classrooms in our Eliot Center/Buchan Building\, right next door to our Sanctuary building.  Stop by the R.E. Information Desk in the Eliot Center if you need to register your children or youth\, or have questions for us.  All are welcome! \nClick here to view more information about our Learning Community.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/learning-community-2026/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250919T185345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T195532Z
UID:10001628-1778413500-1778421600@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Drop-In Parenting Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join our community of parents and caregivers. Share stories and wisdom\, and take time to explore spiritual reflection. Long-time families and new folks are welcome. Meets most months from September to June. Childcare provided. Drop-ins welcome.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/parenting-circle-2/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250512T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222140Z
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SUMMARY:Loving Kindness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The teachings of Loving Kindness\, or Metta\, are about finding a path with heart. Jack Kornfield says\, “It’s about undertaking a path that transforms and touches us in the center of our being. To do so is to find a way of practice that allows us to live in the world wholly and fully from our heart.” \nWith this Spiritual Practice\, one can cultivate feelings of happiness\, dispel loneliness\,  let go of fear and anxiety. If you are feeling stuck\, this practice can help you enjoy a more compassionate life for yourself and others. \nJoin us on Zoom on Monday evenings to extend Loving-Kindness to yourself\, to those around you and to the world. \nNo previous meditation practice is necessary\, and new participants are always welcome.  Join on an ongoing basis\, or drop in as you’re able. \nMay we be at peace and keep our hearts open. \nContact Katie R. for more information. \nClick here to join.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/loving-kindness-meditation-2026/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20251016T224218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T013603Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Closed* Journey to Articulating Your Faith
DESCRIPTION:A Spiritual Development Opportunity for Adults of All Ages \nJoin Rev. Alison and Rev. Tom for an 8-session course of theological exploration and discovery. Together\, we will trace our spiritual paths\, explore our understandings of the sacred\, human nature\, and religious practice\, and develop our personal credos: an expression of our most sacred beliefs and fundamental values that guide our lives. We will also get a chance to learn a little more about Unitarian Universalist history and build community with one another! \n**Registration is now closed.** \nSchedule: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on November 12\, December 10\, January 14\, February 11\, March 11\, April 8\, May 13\, and June 10.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/journey-to-articulating-your-faith-all-adults/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260515T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10001598-1778864400-1778866800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Vespers
DESCRIPTION:Our Lay Ministers will offer inspirational readings\, guided meditation\, and quiet music in a contemplative program at week’s end. \nCongregants and visitors are invited to bring their prayer requests to be held during the service. They are received in real-time through the Zoom chat box\, seen\, and read aloud anonymously by the hosts. This is a time to join in prayer not only for our community but also for the world. \nWe look forward to sharing this time of quiet reflection with you when we are all holding so much in our hearts. \nDetails: Fridays\, 5 – 5:40 p.m. \nJoin here (SAVE THIS LINK! It works every Friday.) \nhttps://tinyurl.com/Vespers-1stU
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/vespers/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20260421T165808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T165911Z
UID:10001938-1778940000-1778950800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Pam Noble Celebration of Life
DESCRIPTION:Long time member Pam Noble died on April 14 at the age of 80 after a long health journey including hospitalization. Pam grew up in the church and later served as a Learning Community teacher\, Wedding Coordinator\, Family Camp Director\, Parker Bell ringer\, and helped restore the Children’s Mosaic. She will be remembered for her sense of humor and love of community building. Her son Geoff McMacken invites us to wear a splash of color to celebrate Pam’s love of rainbows and her artistic nature.  \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel at 2 p.m. on May 16 to celebrate her life.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/pam-noble-celebration-of-life/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
UID:10001385-1779012900-1779017400@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:🕯️ Sunday Worship
DESCRIPTION:In-person\nSanctuary\n1211 SW Main St.\nPortland\, OR 97205 \n  \nJoin us on livestream here
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/sunday-worship/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250509T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T223552Z
UID:10001429-1779012900-1779017400@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Children and Youth Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Community\, also referred to as R.E. (Religious Education)\, meets at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings.  On the first Sunday of the month\, children and youth start out in the main Sanctuary for our monthly “Together Time” before moving on to their classrooms in our Eliot Center/Buchan Building\, right next door to our Sanctuary building.  Stop by the R.E. Information Desk in the Eliot Center if you need to register your children or youth\, or have questions for us.  All are welcome! \nClick here to view more information about our Learning Community.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/learning-community-2026/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T131500
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20260401T214108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T214331Z
UID:10001934-1779018300-1779023700@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:*Registration Required* Good Grief: Navigating Personal Loss
DESCRIPTION:In this four-session class for people who are grieving the loss of a close family member\, we will explore the nature of grief\, offer the opportunity to share your own grief story\, and conduct a ritual of remembrance. We will offer suggestions for coping with significant anniversaries and holidays. Resources will be provided. \nThere is no cost\, but pre-registration is required. Register here. There is a limit of ten participants. \nThe group is facilitated by the Rev. Duane Fickeisen and Dr. Bill Yasnoff. Both are members of First Unitarian and have personal experience with being widowed and in facilitating grief groups. \nQuestions can be emailed to either Duane or Bill. Registrants will receive confirmation and the room location at First Unitarian a week or so before the first gathering. \n  \nDates: April 12\, 19\, and 26\, and May 17. \nTiming: 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. \n\nAddress: Eliot Center/Buchan Building
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/good-grief-april2026/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260517T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20260108T002006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T231842Z
UID:10001903-1779019200-1779024600@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:2026 All-Church Forum
DESCRIPTION:The calendar is set for forums and meetings through the end of the year. Events will be held at noon in Eliot Chapel unless otherwise announced. Childcare will be available. \n\nFeb 8 – hear budget priorities from Rev. Alison and an update from the Board.\nMar 8 – review the proposed budget for next church year\, ask questions\, and provide feedback.\nApril 12 – learn about bylaws changes\, see the final budget\, and ask questions ahead of voting in May.\nMay 17 (Year-End Forum) – learn election results and hear year-end reports from the Board and Rev. Alison.\n\nWatch our Front Steps e-news for more details.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/2026-board-senior-minister-forum/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250512T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222140Z
UID:10001507-1779134400-1779136200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Loving Kindness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The teachings of Loving Kindness\, or Metta\, are about finding a path with heart. Jack Kornfield says\, “It’s about undertaking a path that transforms and touches us in the center of our being. To do so is to find a way of practice that allows us to live in the world wholly and fully from our heart.” \nWith this Spiritual Practice\, one can cultivate feelings of happiness\, dispel loneliness\,  let go of fear and anxiety. If you are feeling stuck\, this practice can help you enjoy a more compassionate life for yourself and others. \nJoin us on Zoom on Monday evenings to extend Loving-Kindness to yourself\, to those around you and to the world. \nNo previous meditation practice is necessary\, and new participants are always welcome.  Join on an ongoing basis\, or drop in as you’re able. \nMay we be at peace and keep our hearts open. \nContact Katie R. for more information. \nClick here to join.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/loving-kindness-meditation-2026/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260521T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250917T235414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T235414Z
UID:10001833-1779368400-1779373800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Practices Group
DESCRIPTION:First Thursdays in Channing (A101) \nThird Thursdays in Eliot Chapel \n  \nJoin with us on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. to sit together in silence. Connect to your inner self as well as something bigger than yourself. Bring more peace and joy into your life\, increase mindfulness and develop more perspective. \n“Contemplative spirituality is about slowing down and relaxing our action\, our striving\, and all of our ‘doings.’ In order to ‘wake up’ to the Reality in which we are already immersed\, we must slow down and gently transition ‘from doing to being.’ “ – Keith Kristich \nThis is a drop-in group. Any silent sitting practice is welcomed and no prior meditation experience is needed. If you would like to learn a contemplative practice for use during the group\, let the facilitators know and they will meet with you half an hour before the group sit begins. \nEach group meeting consists of a 20-minute meditation\, a check-in on a spiritually oriented topic\, and deep discussion of a poem or short reading. Facilitator is Patty C. We look forward to being with you! \n— \nPatty has been a UU since childhood and has attended First Unitarian for 20 years. She has taught spiritual practice classes and been involved with Wellspring\, the Labyrinth and other church programs. She learned meditation in college and has had a daily meditation practice since joining First Unitarian. She has been an active Spiritual Director since 2012.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/contemplative-practices-group-2-3/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260522T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10001599-1779469200-1779471600@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Vespers
DESCRIPTION:Our Lay Ministers will offer inspirational readings\, guided meditation\, and quiet music in a contemplative program at week’s end. \nCongregants and visitors are invited to bring their prayer requests to be held during the service. They are received in real-time through the Zoom chat box\, seen\, and read aloud anonymously by the hosts. This is a time to join in prayer not only for our community but also for the world. \nWe look forward to sharing this time of quiet reflection with you when we are all holding so much in our hearts. \nDetails: Fridays\, 5 – 5:40 p.m. \nJoin here (SAVE THIS LINK! It works every Friday.) \nhttps://tinyurl.com/Vespers-1stU
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/vespers/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
UID:10001386-1779617700-1779622200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:🕯️ Sunday Worship
DESCRIPTION:In-person\nSanctuary\n1211 SW Main St.\nPortland\, OR 97205 \n  \nJoin us on livestream here
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/sunday-worship/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260524T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250509T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T223552Z
UID:10001430-1779617700-1779622200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Children and Youth Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Community\, also referred to as R.E. (Religious Education)\, meets at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings.  On the first Sunday of the month\, children and youth start out in the main Sanctuary for our monthly “Together Time” before moving on to their classrooms in our Eliot Center/Buchan Building\, right next door to our Sanctuary building.  Stop by the R.E. Information Desk in the Eliot Center if you need to register your children or youth\, or have questions for us.  All are welcome! \nClick here to view more information about our Learning Community.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/learning-community-2026/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250625T001314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T001314Z
UID:10001640-1779667200-1779753599@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Office CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:The office will be closed on this date in observance of Memorial Day.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/office-closed-memorial-2026/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Special Notice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250512T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222140Z
UID:10001508-1779739200-1779741000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Loving Kindness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The teachings of Loving Kindness\, or Metta\, are about finding a path with heart. Jack Kornfield says\, “It’s about undertaking a path that transforms and touches us in the center of our being. To do so is to find a way of practice that allows us to live in the world wholly and fully from our heart.” \nWith this Spiritual Practice\, one can cultivate feelings of happiness\, dispel loneliness\,  let go of fear and anxiety. If you are feeling stuck\, this practice can help you enjoy a more compassionate life for yourself and others. \nJoin us on Zoom on Monday evenings to extend Loving-Kindness to yourself\, to those around you and to the world. \nNo previous meditation practice is necessary\, and new participants are always welcome.  Join on an ongoing basis\, or drop in as you’re able. \nMay we be at peace and keep our hearts open. \nContact Katie R. for more information. \nClick here to join.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/loving-kindness-meditation-2026/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260526T181000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20260211T175530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T011754Z
UID:10001912-1779816600-1779819000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Vigils for Troubling Times
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to cope with the daily news and events in these dark days? We invite you to join Vigils for Troubling Times\, a quiet service of music\, poetry\, readings\, reflection\, and meditation offered on Zoom. \nBeginning on Tuesday\, February 24\, from 5:30 – 6:10 p.m. on Zoom\, we will gather in community for lament\, solace\, inspiration and hope. The series will continue on the 4th Tuesday of each month through June. \nClick here to join.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/vigils-for-troubling-times/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260529T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10001600-1780074000-1780076400@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Vespers
DESCRIPTION:Our Lay Ministers will offer inspirational readings\, guided meditation\, and quiet music in a contemplative program at week’s end. \nCongregants and visitors are invited to bring their prayer requests to be held during the service. They are received in real-time through the Zoom chat box\, seen\, and read aloud anonymously by the hosts. This is a time to join in prayer not only for our community but also for the world. \nWe look forward to sharing this time of quiet reflection with you when we are all holding so much in our hearts. \nDetails: Fridays\, 5 – 5:40 p.m. \nJoin here (SAVE THIS LINK! It works every Friday.) \nhttps://tinyurl.com/Vespers-1stU
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/vespers/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
UID:10001387-1780222500-1780227000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:🕯️ Sunday Worship
DESCRIPTION:In-person\nSanctuary\n1211 SW Main St.\nPortland\, OR 97205 \n  \nJoin us on livestream here
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/sunday-worship/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260531T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250509T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T223552Z
UID:10001431-1780222500-1780227000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Children and Youth Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:The Learning Community\, also referred to as R.E. (Religious Education)\, meets at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings.  On the first Sunday of the month\, children and youth start out in the main Sanctuary for our monthly “Together Time” before moving on to their classrooms in our Eliot Center/Buchan Building\, right next door to our Sanctuary building.  Stop by the R.E. Information Desk in the Eliot Center if you need to register your children or youth\, or have questions for us.  All are welcome! \nClick here to view more information about our Learning Community.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/learning-community-2026/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260601T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250512T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222140Z
UID:10001509-1780344000-1780345800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Loving Kindness Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The teachings of Loving Kindness\, or Metta\, are about finding a path with heart. Jack Kornfield says\, “It’s about undertaking a path that transforms and touches us in the center of our being. To do so is to find a way of practice that allows us to live in the world wholly and fully from our heart.” \nWith this Spiritual Practice\, one can cultivate feelings of happiness\, dispel loneliness\,  let go of fear and anxiety. If you are feeling stuck\, this practice can help you enjoy a more compassionate life for yourself and others. \nJoin us on Zoom on Monday evenings to extend Loving-Kindness to yourself\, to those around you and to the world. \nNo previous meditation practice is necessary\, and new participants are always welcome.  Join on an ongoing basis\, or drop in as you’re able. \nMay we be at peace and keep our hearts open. \nContact Katie R. for more information. \nClick here to join.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/loving-kindness-meditation-2026/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20251007T221555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222213Z
UID:10001849-1780513200-1780520400@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Congregants are welcome to join us in person (Buchan Reception Hall) or on Zoom: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82930223125?pwd=nWHAO9V2u2GYaaNeMOcai3cKCsz4VU.1
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/monthly-board-meeting-2/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20250917T235333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T235334Z
UID:10001821-1780578000-1780583400@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Practices Group
DESCRIPTION:First Thursdays in Channing (A101) \nThird Thursdays in Eliot Chapel \n  \nJoin with us on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. to sit together in silence. Connect to your inner self as well as something bigger than yourself. Bring more peace and joy into your life\, increase mindfulness and develop more perspective. \n“Contemplative spirituality is about slowing down and relaxing our action\, our striving\, and all of our ‘doings.’ In order to ‘wake up’ to the Reality in which we are already immersed\, we must slow down and gently transition ‘from doing to being.’ “ – Keith Kristich \nThis is a drop-in group. Any silent sitting practice is welcomed and no prior meditation experience is needed. If you would like to learn a contemplative practice for use during the group\, let the facilitators know and they will meet with you half an hour before the group sit begins. \nEach group meeting consists of a 20-minute meditation\, a check-in on a spiritually oriented topic\, and deep discussion of a poem or short reading. Facilitator is Patty C. We look forward to being with you! \n— \nPatty has been a UU since childhood and has attended First Unitarian for 20 years. She has taught spiritual practice classes and been involved with Wellspring\, the Labyrinth and other church programs. She learned meditation in college and has had a daily meditation practice since joining First Unitarian. She has been an active Spiritual Director since 2012.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/contemplative-practices-group-3/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Channing\, A101
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260605T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260605T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10001601-1780678800-1780681200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Vespers
DESCRIPTION:Our Lay Ministers will offer inspirational readings\, guided meditation\, and quiet music in a contemplative program at week’s end. \nCongregants and visitors are invited to bring their prayer requests to be held during the service. They are received in real-time through the Zoom chat box\, seen\, and read aloud anonymously by the hosts. This is a time to join in prayer not only for our community but also for the world. \nWe look forward to sharing this time of quiet reflection with you when we are all holding so much in our hearts. \nDetails: Fridays\, 5 – 5:40 p.m. \nJoin here (SAVE THIS LINK! It works every Friday.) \nhttps://tinyurl.com/Vespers-1stU
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/vespers/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T100000
DTSTAMP:20260423T111823
CREATED:20241127T211450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T192223Z
UID:10001555-1780821900-1780826400@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:🥞 Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for free\, delicious pancakes in Buchan Reception Hall from 8:45 to 10 a.m. on the first Sunday of the month. We will have plain\, blueberry\, chocolate\, and blueberry-chocolate pancakes fresh off the griddle. All are welcome! \nHosted by the UU Men’s Community.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/%f0%9f%a5%9e-pancake-breakfast/2026-06-07/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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