Bring your pets to the steps of Eliot Chapel (or inside Fuller Hall if raining) for a special blessing from Rev. Alison and Rev. Tom! All animals welcome, including stuffed animals and photos of animals. Please note: We are asking that all animals are suitably restrained – i.e. dogs on leads, cats/small animals in suitable … Continue reading 🐾 Pet Blessing
Longtime member Carol Santesson died on May 17 at the age of 86. Carol was the daughter of longtime member Margaret Denison and mother of member Heather Santesson. Join us in Eliot Chapel at 2 p.m. to celebrate Carol's life, followed by a reception in Buchan Reception Hall.
Longtime member Toni Paget died on the morning of September 4 at the age of 85 after living with cancer in her last year. Toni was a retired school teacher and here at the church she was a part of our Quilts of Love group as well as the Alliance. She was a faithful attender … Continue reading Toni Paget Celebration of Life
Please join Heather Vickery from the UU Service Committee after the service in Eliot Chapel for a workshop on "Accompaniment." In these times, members of our community — including immigrants, trans and nonbinary kin, and houseless neighbors — are often pushed to the margins and treated as "other." This workshop will explore how we can … Continue reading Accompaniment Workshop
Join us in this season of the Jewish High Holidays in annual practice of reflection and renewal. May we turn towards the work of repair and learning how to choose life.
Andie Shepard will present the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia, raising awareness of the needs of caregivers and those affected. She is the Program Manager with the Alzheimer’s Association for the Oregon and SW Washington Chapter. Bring your lunch for after the program. Email AllianceRSVP@firstunitarianportland.org to join for the dessert ($5).
Join us for an honest, values-based conversation about what’s working—and what still needs to change—in our region’s response to homelessness. Across Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties, people are working hard to make progress on homelessness—but that progress isn’t always visible. These small-group conversations are designed to help bridge the gap between what the public sees … Continue reading Supportive Housing Services (SHS) Conversation
Join your fellow UUs across the globe this summer in reading Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People and their Families (Skinner House, 2023). You can purchase this book from the Beacon Bookstore in Fuller Hall during social hour. On September 7, Dr. Amy O. and Aileen M. of our congregation will lead a discussion … Continue reading UU Common Read Discussion
Member Mike Couch died early on the morning of June 25 at the age of 68, after living with Alzheimer's Disease for the past twelve years. Mike was a long-time member of First Unitarian, and leaves behind his wife Kathy, son Jack, siblings, and the many people who loved him. Join us in Eliot Chapel … Continue reading Mike Couch Celebration of Life
Kelly Clendenon will show and discuss "Helpers," a new documentary that weaves his story of recovering from addiction and incarceration with the inspiring work of the 13 Salmon Shower Project. His film addresses the twin crises of fentanyl addiction and homelessness. Told through the lens of Kelly's personal journey and people working on the frontlines in … Continue reading The Alliance Presents “Weaving Together Through Storytelling”
Member Pete Guest died peacefully on May 27 in the skilled nursing facility at Holladay Park Plaza, his retirement community. He was 84 years old. He was surrounded by his wife, Kristin, and his son, Andrew. Pete had declined over several years, was hospitalized in early April, and then moved to hospice at Holladay Park … Continue reading Pete Guest Memorial
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. Join us in Eliot Chapel at 2 p.m. to celebrate Julie's … Continue reading Julie Wheeler Memorial
Join the Board of Trustees in Eliot Chapel or by livestream for a Congregational Meeting and announcement of election results. Agenda includes short reports from Rev. Alison and Board Moderator Leslie Pohl-Kosbau, as well as an HR report, info on new Right Relations program, and a preview of congregational annual report process.
Long-time member Elizabeth (Liz) Julee died on March 21. Her daughter Tara Johnson-Medinger served as our Children’s Christmas Pageant director in past years. Join us in Eliot Chapel from 2 - 3 p.m. for a memorial service, followed by a reception in the Buchan Reception Hall until 5 p.m.
Ronda Rutledge, Executive Director of Ecotrust, and citizen of the Cherokee Nation will give a presentation on building power for frontline communities. Register for buffet lunch following program ($25) using the form below. If the registration form below does not work for you and ONLY if it does not work, you can pay here and email our Communications team to … Continue reading The Alliance Presents “Building Power for Frontline Communities”
Rescheduled from April 13. Join other congregants to learn about the final budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins on July 1. Church Finance Committee and Executive Team members will walk folks through the numbers and the basis for decisions made. This budget will be presented to our Voting Members at our May election. … Continue reading Congregant Budget Meeting
Join Rev. Alison and Danielle Garrett at 7 p.m. in Eliot Chapel for our Good Friday service. This contemplative service is an opportunity to reflect on the pain and suffering of Jesus and remember the difficult price that is often paid in the work towards liberation and resurrection. Look in upcoming editions of our Front … Continue reading Good Friday Service
Join other congregants to learn about the final budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which begins on July 1. Church Finance Committee and Executive Team members will walk folks through the numbers and the basis for decisions made. This budget will be presented to our Voting Members at our May election. Join us in Eliot … Continue reading **RESCHEDULED to 4/27** Congregant Budget Meeting
Antonio Camacho Martinez, program director of the organization p:ear, will present what it is, who is involved, and what they do. To join us for a brown bag lunch & dessert ($5) following the program, email AllianceRSVP@firstunitarianportland.org.
Since its inception last summer, the MMTT has been actively engaged in helping church leadership and the Interim Director of Music Ministries move our music program forward in support of the worship and communal life of our church. We’ve come to a point where we need to hear from congregants. We are scheduling three listening … Continue reading Music Ministry Transition Team Listening Meeting with Congregants
