Here at the workbench, a lot of the things we do are on a timeline. Some things are done once a year, others twice a year, and others every quarter. … Continue reading Notes from the Sextons’ Workbench: September 2024
The blowing up of pagers and walkie talkies in Lebanon that killed 41 people and injured 30,000 has introduced a new method of terrorism into the world and all of … Continue reading First U PDX’s UUJME on the 9/23 Attacks in Lebanon
Hello! September brings the beginning of a new church year, a time to rededicate ourselves to each other and our community. As the Board looks to the year ahead, we … Continue reading Letter From the Board – September 2024
Bryan Stevenson, a widely acclaimed public interest lawyer has dedicated his career to helping the poor, the incarcerated, and the condemned. He urges us to “get proximate” in order to … Continue reading Join the Journey: “Get Proximate”
The blue tablecloth will be available every Sunday until October. Letters can be dropped off and picked up at the church office. Letter Writing Schedule: To learn more, visit the … Continue reading Join UU the Vote for Community & Letter-Writing
Do you have a flourishing garden brimming with fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs? Share your garden’s bounty with our community by bringing it on Sundays to the First Share table … Continue reading Share Your Garden!
The First Connections table is open during Social Hour to welcome folks and to share information about First U PDX. You’ll know the table by the turquoise tablecloths and the … Continue reading Stop by First Connections for a “Cup of Hospitality”
Do you enjoy helping others? Are you looking for concrete ways to strengthen our beloved community? Consider joining our church’s Lotsa Helping Hands support network! Coordinated by Lay Ministry, Lotsa Helping … Continue reading Lotsa Helping Hands
Last Sunday as we kicked-off the new year and our annual spiritual theme, “Join the Journey!” At the end of the sermon, we introduced the metaphor of the baskets filled … Continue reading A Basket for the Journey
Welcome to a new year at First Unitarian Portland! We are so looking forward to hosting you in person and online for Homecoming, including a community breakfast (pancakes served from … Continue reading A Prayer for Homecoming
