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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/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
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SUMMARY:*Registration Required* How Do We Protect Immigrants in Our Community? Part 2
DESCRIPTION:This second session in our three-part series will focus on legislative advocacy. We want to be informed\, prepared\, and ready for action\, as the Oregon legislative session progresses. Through an anti-racist lens\, we will explore strategic ways we can act in solidarity to promote and defend the rights and human dignity of immigrants and other marginalized communities in our state. \nWe are excited to host these outstanding panelists: Ricki Ruiz\, District 50 Oregon State Representative; Ira Cuello-Martinez\, Policy and Advocacy Director of Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste (PCUN); and Jessica Maravilla\, Policy Director of the ACLU of Oregon. \nRegister here by March 4 at 5 p.m. to receive the Zoom link on the day of the event. \nIt’s not too late to see Part 1! On January 28\, more than 150 people participated in the first session\, which featured informational presentations by VOZ Workers’ Rights Education Project\, Innovation Law Lab\, and Oregon for All Coalition. The recording of that session is available here on YouTube.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/how-do-we-protect-immigrants-in-our-community/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Program/Event,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T181500
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
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/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250303T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250303T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001085-1741032000-1741033800@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-2025/2025-03-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
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/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T181500
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250131T021224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T230225Z
UID:10001239-1740504600-1740507300@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/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001084-1740427200-1740429000@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-2025/2025-02-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250213T010820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T190404Z
UID:10001283-1740412800-1740418200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Celebration of Life for Martha Westgate
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of life for long-time member Martha Westgate will be held on February 24\, which would have been her 90th birthday. Martha died on May 31\, 2024. She was one of the founding members of our church’s 7th Principle Group\, now called Community for Earth. Martha and her husband John were active members of our church for many decades. The service will be held online at 4 p.m. so relatives in West Virginia and California can attend. Sign up here to receive a link for the service.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/celebration-of-life-for-martha-westgate/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Memorial
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10000074-1740157200-1740159600@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/2025-02-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250123T194642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T194642Z
UID:10001228-1739905200-1739910600@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Good Times Book Group: Origin\, a Genetic History of the Americas by Jennifer Raff
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-origin-a-genetic-history-of-the-americas-by-jennifer-raff/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T181500
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250131T021224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T230225Z
UID:10001238-1739899800-1739902500@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/2025-02-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250217T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001083-1739822400-1739824200@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-2025/2025-02-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250214T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250214T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10000073-1739552400-1739554800@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/2025-02-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241127T214747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T233741Z
UID:10000933-1739298600-1739304000@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Communications Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board Communications Committee meets on the second Tuesday of each month\, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Meetings are open to congregants. \nClick here to join on Zoom.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/communications-committee-meeting/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T181500
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250131T021224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T230225Z
UID:10001237-1739295000-1739297700@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/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250211T205519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T205615Z
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SUMMARY:XL'D/RESCH'D Finance Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled to February 25.  (The Board Finance Committee usually meets on the second Tuesday of each month\, 5 – 6:30 p.m.) Meetings are open to congregants. \nClick here to join on Zoom.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241127T214643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T235517Z
UID:10001308-1739293200-1739298600@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:Finance Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board Finance Committee meets on the second Tuesday of most months\, 5 – 6:30 p.m. Meetings are open to congregants. \nClick here to join on Zoom.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/finance-committee-meeting/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001082-1739217600-1739219400@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-2025/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250207T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10000072-1738947600-1738950000@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/2025-02-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250313T005752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T191701Z
UID:10001300-1738782000-1738789200@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/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:Buchan Hall\, 1226 SW Salmon St\, Portland\, OR\, 97205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250204T181500
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250131T021224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T230225Z
UID:10001236-1738690200-1738692900@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/2025-02-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250203T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001081-1738612800-1738614600@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-2025/2025-02-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250131T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250131T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10000071-1738342800-1738345200@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/2025-01-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250116T002911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T011640Z
UID:10001220-1738090800-1738096200@www.firstunitarianportland.org
SUMMARY:How Will We Defend Attacks on Immigrants?
DESCRIPTION:With the incoming administration\, we know that big changes are coming that will impact immigrant communities. We want to be informed\, prepared\, and ready for action. \nARJAG and IJAG will co-host a three-part series of events addressing immigrant justice. Through an anti-racist lens\, we will explore immigration status issues\, the lived experience of immigrants in Oregon\, and strategic ways we can act in solidarity to promote and defend the human dignity of Oregon immigrants. \nCome meet our panelists and learn more about challenges being faced by immigrants. \n\nKarla Castenada\, VOZ Workers’ Rights Education Project\nIsa Peña\, Innovation Law Lab \nEllie Gluhosky\, Oregon for All Coalition \n\nPlease mark Tuesday\, January 28\, 7 – 8:30 p.m. (via Zoom) on your calendar for our first forum/workshop. \nRegister here \nTentative dates for the subsequent events are Tuesday\, March 4\, and Tuesday\, May 6. Watch for additional information in upcoming Front Steps!
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/how-will-we-defend-attacks-on-immigrants/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250127T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
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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-2025/2025-01-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250124T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250124T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
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/2025-01-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20250123T194609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T194609Z
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SUMMARY:Good Times Book Group: Educated by Tara Westover
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-educated-by-tara-westover/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241128T002002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T180414Z
UID:10001079-1737403200-1737405000@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-2025/2025-01-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250117T174000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241127T211744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222057Z
UID:10000069-1737133200-1737135600@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/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Gathering & Connection
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T222825
CREATED:20241127T214747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T233741Z
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SUMMARY:Communications Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board Communications Committee meets on the second Tuesday of each month\, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Meetings are open to congregants. \nClick here to join on Zoom.
URL:https://www.firstunitarianportland.org/event/communications-committee-meeting/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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