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SUMMARY:Good Times Book Group: Circling the Sun by Paula McLain
DESCRIPTION:We meet by Zoom from 7 – 8:30 pm. Please contact Sue L. to get on the email list for Zoom links.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/good-times-book-group-circling-the-sun-by-paula-mclain/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T204500
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T220438Z
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SUMMARY:Music Ministry Transition Team Online Listening Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Since its inception last summer\, the Music Ministry Transition Team (MMTT) has been actively engaged in helping church leadership and the Interim Director of Music Ministries move our music program forward. We’ve come to a point where we need to hear from congregants. We have already had three in-person listening meetings. We know that in-person meetings do not work for everyone\, so we have scheduled a Zoom meeting on May 20 at 7 p.m. \nOur objective is to hear your thoughts about how the music program has been evolving so far\, what you might envision for the future\, and what you have found positive about our current music program\, and what we need to improve. The MMTT looks forward to hearing about your feelings\, ideas\, and suggestions\, which will play a vital role in planning for the future of the music program at church. \nYou can access the Zoom meeting here.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/music-ministry-transition-team-online-listening-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20250203T191926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T010710Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Required* Journey to Articulating Your Faith
DESCRIPTION:A Spiritual Development Opportunity for People in Their 20s and 30s \nJoin Rev. Alison and Danielle Garrett for an 8-session course of theological exploration and discovery for young adults. 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! To register or for more information\, contact Danielle.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/journey-to-articulating-your-faith/2025-05-22/
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T174000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
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/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
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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/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241128T002753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T002755Z
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SUMMARY:RE Holiday – No LC Classes
DESCRIPTION:Nursery and toddler care are still available!
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/children-and-youth-learning-community-2/
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241128T000913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T001208Z
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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-day/
CATEGORIES:Special Notice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
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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-2025/2025-05-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20250508T182302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T183242Z
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SUMMARY:Critical Energy Infrastructure (CEI) Hub and Statewide Impact
DESCRIPTION:Join Community for Earth (CFE) for an online presentation and dialogue on how the Critical Energy Infrastructure (CEI) Hub is a ticking time bomb. Why is it a statewide danger? The Hub stores 90% of the liquid fuels used throughout the state. Storage tanks sit on unstable ground within two earthquake zones. Millions of gallons of combustible fuels border Forest Park. In the event of an earthquake\, the area would be prone to fires\, releases and emissions which would travel down the Columbia River. It would be extremely difficult to transport these fuels elsewhere in Oregon. Learn about bills pending in the legislature right now that could help mitigate this risk and how you can help get them enacted. \nRegister here for the Zoom link.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/critical-energy-infrastructure-cei-hub-and-statewide-impact/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241127T211450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T192223Z
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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/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241127T213147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T011340Z
UID:10000328-1748770200-1748779200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:🌀 Labyrinth
DESCRIPTION:This year\, as we explore the church theme “Join the Journey\,” we will have monthly opportunities to deepen our spiritual practices and focus on our inner journeys through the Labyrinth. The Labyrinth will be set up in Fuller Hall on the first Sunday of most months from 9:30 a.m. to noon. \nWe’re always looking for more volunteers to help us set up our sacred space and plan other labyrinth related activities throughout the year. If you’d like to volunteer\, reach out to Teri.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/%f0%9f%8c%80-labyrinth/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Fuller Hall\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
UID:10000403-1748772900-1748777400@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/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241127T215153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T232751Z
UID:10001054-1748772900-1748777400@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Children and Youth Learning Community: Together Time
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/children-and-youth-learning-community-together-time/2025-06-01/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20250520T211943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T221523Z
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SUMMARY:Denomination Relations Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Gather together in the Fireside Room (A303) to talk about our relationships with other Unitarian Universalists beyond our church. How do we connect to neighboring UU congregations\, the UUA Pacific Western Region\, and the national Unitarian Universalist Association? How can our church fulfill our covenant with other UUs and congregations? Come help restart our Denomination Relations Committee. \nFor questions\, contact Art U.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/denomination-relations-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, A303
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001098-1748894400-1748896200@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-2025/2025-06-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T181500
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20250131T021224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T230225Z
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SUMMARY:Connect & Reflect
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Alison Miller and Jen Thomas on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of most months through June from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. on Zoom. Come share in conversation centered on the topic of the most recent sermon. Look for the discussion question during preservice slides and order of service.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/connect-reflect/2025-06-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20250313T005752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T191701Z
UID:10001629-1749063600-1749070800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Trustees meets on the first Wednesday of most months\, 7 – 9 p.m. Meetings are open to congregants. \nJoin us in Buchan Reception Hall (B102)\, or click here to join on Zoom. \nMeeting ID: 829 3022 3125\nPasscode: DaisyB# \nOr join by phone: +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/board-meeting/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241212T192835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T235115Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Practices Group
DESCRIPTION:First Thursdays in Channing (A101) \nThird Thursdays in Eliot Chapel \n  \nThe Contemplative Practices Group is returning! Join 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.  Facilitators are Patty C. and Ron W. They 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. \nRon is a spiritual director and has been a lay minister\, Wellspring facilitator and taught in the learning community at First Unitarian. He has maintained a centering prayer and lectio divina practice for over twenty years.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/contemplative-practices-group/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:Channing\, A101
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T174000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
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/2025-06-06/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20250417T194241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T212802Z
UID:10001279-1749304800-1749315600@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Ordination of Danielle Garrett
DESCRIPTION:Click to watch the ceremony!\nJoin congregants and guests on June 7 at 2 p.m. in the Main Sanctuary for the ordination of our Assistant Minister\, Danielle Garrett. The Rev. Rob Hardies will preach\, our choir members will offer inspiring music\, and the congregation will confer the sacred rite of ordination. A reception with pie and champagne will follow in the Buchan Reception Hall! \nWe hope you will be able to join us for this special occasion and celebration. Read Rev. Alison’s blog post on the role of ordination in our tradition here. \nAll are welcome. Nursery care will be provided for our youngest guests\, and children are welcome to attend the service. \nRSVPs are not required\, but encouraged as they’ll help us make sure we have enough pie for everyone! To do so\, please use the RSVP box below. \nClergy are invited to gather in the Eliot Chapel at 1:30 p.m. to robe and process. \n\nWAYS TO HELP: \n\nVolunteer to help with the reception: Sign up here\nBake pies for the reception: Sign up here\nBring flowers for the ceremony and reception: Do you have tea roses\, lavender\, zinnias\, tulips\, or peonies? Flowers can be dropped off at our Salmon St. entrance on June 6 between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Contact Marti Y. for details and additional information.\nMake a financial gift to help cover the cost: Donate here\, or send a check (with the memo line “Ordination”) to our office: First Unitarian Portland\, 1034 SW 13th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205. You can also drop off a check in our plate collection or the boxes in the Sanctuary lobby.\n\n\nTRAVEL DETAILS: \nJune 7 is going to be a very busy day with complicated travel and difficult parking expected due to the Grand Floral Parade and other events taking place downtown. \nThe church has secured the parking lot on 12th Ave. directly across from the Sanctuary for free parking from noon to 6 p.m.\, but we strongly encourage you to carpool or take public transportation when possible. \nPublic transportation options: \n\nPark and Ride: Your best bet may be to use Park and Ride\, then commute to church by MAX or bus. Park for free up to 24 hours at a Park and Ride and hop on a bus or MAX to your destination. For locations\, visit Trimet’s website.\nStreetcar: The Museum Stop at 10th and Main is the closest to First U. To plan your trip\, visit the streetcar schedule.\nMAX: Galleria/SW 10th (walking up to church) and Providence Park (walking down to church) are the closest stops.\nBus: Stops depend on bus routes. To plan your trip\, visit the Trimet trip planner.\n\nParking options: \n\nConsider carpooling and allowing extra time to commute and park!\n12th Avenue parking lot: The church has secured the parking lot on 12th Ave. directly across from the Sanctuary for free parking from noon to 6 p.m. Simply show up and park in any available space.\nPark and Ride: Your best bet may be to use Park and Ride\, then commute to church by MAX or bus. Park for free up to 24 hours at a Park and Ride and hop on a bus or MAX to your destination. For locations\, visit Trimet’s website.\nPSU parking: The closest PSU parking lot is a multi-story blue and grey building almost immediately off Hwy 405 at the 12th Avenue exit. It is called Parking Structure 3 and is 0.3 miles straight down 12th Street to First Unitarian\, about a 10-minute walk. More information on their website here.\n\nBicycle options: \n\nPersonal bike: Please email Jen Thomas to arrange for safe storage of your bike during the service.\nBiketown rentals: You can rent a Biketown e-bike near your starting destination (find one on the map here) and park in one of the several docks near First U. The closest docks are in front of Safeway (Columbia & 10th) which is 0.3 miles from First U\, about a 6-minute walk\, or at Director Park (Yamhill & 9th) which is 0.3 miles from First U\, about a 7-minute walk. This requires downloading an app and a distance-based fee. Read more details here.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/ordination-of-danielle-garrett/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Special Notice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241128T002806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T002807Z
UID:10001008-1749377700-1749382200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:RE Holiday – No LC Classes
DESCRIPTION:Nursery and toddler care are still available!
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/children-and-youth-learning-community-3/
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20250429T230649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T231348Z
UID:10000404-1749377700-1749382200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Worship: Flower Communion! 💐
DESCRIPTION:In-person\nSanctuary\n1211 SW Main St.\nPortland\, OR 97205 \n  \nJoin us on livestream here
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/flower-communion-2025/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001099-1749499200-1749501000@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-2025/2025-06-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20250203T191926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T010710Z
UID:10001261-1749754800-1749762000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:*Registration Required* Journey to Articulating Your Faith
DESCRIPTION:A Spiritual Development Opportunity for People in Their 20s and 30s \nJoin Rev. Alison and Danielle Garrett for an 8-session course of theological exploration and discovery for young adults. 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! To register or for more information\, contact Danielle.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/journey-to-articulating-your-faith/2025-06-12/
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250613T174000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085528
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10000090-1749834000-1749836400@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/2025-06-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085529
CREATED:20250602T221023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T222308Z
UID:10001606-1749909600-1749924000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Julie Wheeler Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Julie Wheeler joined the church in 1971\, along with her husband Andrew (who died in 2023). In her professional life\, Julie was a teacher and a founder of Ceasefire Oregon. She died on February 12 at the age of 90. Read her obituary here. \nJoin us in Eliot Chapel at 2 p.m. to celebrate Julie’s life\, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/julie-wheeler-memorial/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250615T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250615T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085529
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
UID:10000405-1749982500-1749987000@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/2025-06-15/
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:20250615T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250615T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085529
CREATED:20250509T213816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T233433Z
UID:10001433-1749982500-1749987000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:RE Summer Schedule
DESCRIPTION:This summer we have classes for children up to about six years of age during worship. They explore Unitarian Universalist values and themes like friendship\, justice\, ritual\, world religions\, self-expression\, art\, history\, science\, adventure\, and more. Plus we have a lot of fun! \n  \nNursery/toddlers: Play & explore with Milena and Rhionne. \n3 to 6-ish years old: Games & crafts with Emma\, Ayanna\, and Ellen. \n  \nChildren of any age are always welcome in the service! \n  \nFull programming through high school will resume in September. \n\nClick here to view more information about our Learning Community.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/re-summer-schedule-2025/2025-06-15/
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T085529
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001100-1750104000-1750105800@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-2025/2025-06-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250617T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250617T181500
DTSTAMP:20260425T085529
CREATED:20250131T021224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T230225Z
UID:10001328-1750181400-1750184100@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Connect & Reflect
DESCRIPTION:Join Rev. Alison Miller and Jen Thomas on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of most months through June from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. on Zoom. Come share in conversation centered on the topic of the most recent sermon. Look for the discussion question during preservice slides and order of service.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/connect-reflect/2025-06-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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