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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-2026/2026-02-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T130000
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SUMMARY:The Alliance Presents "From Crisis to Community: Building Food Security Together"
DESCRIPTION:Join Stephanie Barr and CaSaundra Johnson from Lift UP for an honest conversation about the reality of food insecurity in the Portland area\, the innovative solutions growing through partnership\, and the movement towards building a more equitable food future beyond crisis response. \nBring your lunch and $5 to enjoy dessert & beverage after the program. RSVP by emailing AllianceRSVP@firstunitarianportland.org. \nTo watch online\, join us here.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/the-alliance-presents-from-crisis-to-community/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T140000
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DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T000900Z
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SUMMARY:Neighbor-to-Neighbor Interfaith Witness at ICE
DESCRIPTION:Neighbor-to-Neighbor Interfaith Witness at ICE is an opportunity for faith communities to be in solidarity\, declaring our moral outrage at the cruel practices of abducting community members\, terrorizing communities\, and separating families\, in the name of an inhumane political agenda. We will demonstrate that neighbors show up for neighbors. We will be shoulder-to-shoulder to bear witness to our outrage\, deepen our relationships\, and build solidarity among our interfaith communities. Please dress accordingly for the weather. Please do not bring signs. We will provide whatever is needed for the ritual.\n\nThis series is supported by Together Lab\, which has been organizing interfaith clergy to be a daily moral presence at the ICE facility on Macadam and at the Federal Courthouse downtown\, as well as organizing neighbor-to-neighbor solidarity with teachers and families around Portland.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/neighbor-to-neighbor-interfaith-witness-at-ice/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Portland ICE Facility\, 4310 S Macadam Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97239\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20251007T221555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222213Z
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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-2/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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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-3/2026-02-05/
LOCATION:Channing\, A101
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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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/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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-2026/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20250530T190943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T190943Z
UID:10001541-1770550200-1770559200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:🥣 Souper Sunday
DESCRIPTION:On the second Sunday of most months\, we offer two different soups as part of our Social Hour\, including at least one gluten-free option and at least one vegetarian option. To learn what type of soups will be offered at the next Souper Sunday\, subscribe to our Front Steps e-newsletter. \nIf you are able\, the suggested cost for the soup is $5 to help us cover the cost of ingredients. \nPlease supplement the offering by bringing the following to share: \n\nBreads\nTreats\nSnacks/sides\nKid-friendly prepackaged drinks\n\nSpoons and cups for soup will be provided. Please consider bringing your own containers and utensils to be more environmentally friendly. \nIt takes a lot of folks to put on Souper Sunday every month: organizers\, cooks\, servers\, shoppers and clean up team to name a few. We are appreciative of all who volunteer. If you are interested in helping out\, please contact Barbara M.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/souper-sunday/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20250919T185345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T195532Z
UID:10001625-1770551100-1770559200@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-2/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20260108T002006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T231842Z
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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/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20251229T200937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T200937Z
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SUMMARY:*Registration Required* Writing Life Stories: Trying New Approaches
DESCRIPTION:Why join a writing group? Maybe you’ve been trying to make sense of the confusing event in your past or a puzzling family member. Maybe you want to write down and self-publish family stories to share with family and friends. Maybe writing stretches your brain and you like the feeling. Our general process will be to use an idea or prompt that inspires us to write for 10 to 15 minutes\, followed by reading aloud to the group (you’ll have an option to pass). All levels of experience are welcome. Please commit to all four sessions. Facilitated by Suzanne K. \nMeets in person at the church from 10 a.m. to noon on Mondays\, January 12 and 26\, and February 9 and 23. \nAdditional details will be shared once you register here: https://forms.gle/DfGe51BeFoxf5Qcz8
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/writing-life-stories-trying-new-approaches/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20250512T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222140Z
UID:10001493-1770667200-1770669000@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-2026/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20260128T235225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T235225Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Announcing a young adult’s book club! We will be meeting monthly\, starting on February 12. Our first book will be All About Love by author bell hooks. Our first meeting will be mostly social with a Valentine’s Theme. All About Love will be available for purchase at the church bookstore — we ask that you strongly consider purchasing your copy there to support the church. \nIf you are interested\, please complete this Google Form by Tuesday\, February 10. \nAny questions can be emailed to Eden T. and Amelia W.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/young-adult-book-club/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
UID:10001372-1771150500-1771155000@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/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Main Sanctuary\, 1211 SW Main St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Service
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20250509T213239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T223552Z
UID:10001416-1771150500-1771155000@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-2026/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20250625T001134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T001134Z
UID:10001639-1771200000-1771286399@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Office CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:The office will be closed on this date in observance of Presidents’ Day.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/office-closed-presidents-2026/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Special Notice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20250512T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222140Z
UID:10001494-1771272000-1771273800@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-2026/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T144500
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20260123T000900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T000900Z
UID:10001892-1771423200-1771425900@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Neighbor-to-Neighbor Interfaith Witness at ICE
DESCRIPTION:Neighbor-to-Neighbor Interfaith Witness at ICE is an opportunity for faith communities to be in solidarity\, declaring our moral outrage at the cruel practices of abducting community members\, terrorizing communities\, and separating families\, in the name of an inhumane political agenda. We will demonstrate that neighbors show up for neighbors. We will be shoulder-to-shoulder to bear witness to our outrage\, deepen our relationships\, and build solidarity among our interfaith communities. Please dress accordingly for the weather. Please do not bring signs. We will provide whatever is needed for the ritual.\n\nThis series is supported by Together Lab\, which has been organizing interfaith clergy to be a daily moral presence at the ICE facility on Macadam and at the Federal Courthouse downtown\, as well as organizing neighbor-to-neighbor solidarity with teachers and families around Portland.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/neighbor-to-neighbor-interfaith-witness-at-ice/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Portland ICE Facility\, 4310 S Macadam Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97239\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20250917T235414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T235414Z
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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-2-3/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20241127T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222116Z
UID:10001373-1771755300-1771759800@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/2026-02-22/
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:20260222T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
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-2026/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Learning Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20260130T010239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T235658Z
UID:10001899-1771761600-1771768800@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Justice Delayed\, Finally Gained: EDPA2 Update
DESCRIPTION:Justice Delayed\, Finally Gained: How Portland Families Displaced by Urban Renewal Won Restitution \nMs. Byrd\, the founder of Emanuel Displaced Persons Association 2 (EDPA2)\, with whom our congregation has been long connected\, returns to recap and update the efforts that led to their remarkable settlement with the City of Portland last year. Under Byrd’s determined and creative leadership\, EDPA2 persisted for many years as an ad hoc\, community-based social justice organization made up of people whose family homes and businesses had been demolished in the 1970s to make way for a hospital expansion that never happened. Byrd dedicated almost ten years of her life to advocating and agitating for justice\, for restitution. It was Byrd’s scholarship\, study\, research and persistence that led to the filing of a lawsuit that resulted in an unprecedented settlement. Don’t miss this uplifting story about a successful struggle to achieve redress that took more than 50 years. \nClick here to view the flyer.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/edpa2-update/
LOCATION:Eliot Chapel\, 1011 SW 12th Ave\, Portland\, OR\, 97205
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20251229T200937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T200937Z
UID:10001881-1771840800-1771848000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:*Registration Required* Writing Life Stories: Trying New Approaches
DESCRIPTION:Why join a writing group? Maybe you’ve been trying to make sense of the confusing event in your past or a puzzling family member. Maybe you want to write down and self-publish family stories to share with family and friends. Maybe writing stretches your brain and you like the feeling. Our general process will be to use an idea or prompt that inspires us to write for 10 to 15 minutes\, followed by reading aloud to the group (you’ll have an option to pass). All levels of experience are welcome. Please commit to all four sessions. Facilitated by Suzanne K. \nMeets in person at the church from 10 a.m. to noon on Mondays\, January 12 and 26\, and February 9 and 23. \nAdditional details will be shared once you register here: https://forms.gle/DfGe51BeFoxf5Qcz8
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/writing-life-stories-trying-new-approaches/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Program/Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20250512T180448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222140Z
UID:10001495-1771876800-1771878600@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-2026/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T181000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20260211T175530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T011754Z
UID:10001909-1771954200-1771956600@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/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T161051
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10001587-1772211600-1772214000@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/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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