MYF Wreath Sale Pick Up Today
If you pre-ordered a wreath, they will be available for pick up in the courtyard before and after church today. Thank you for helping the MYF raise money to attend the next MC-USA convention! Christmas Giving/Advent Tree The Outreach Committee has made a Christmas gift commitment to help support Night Strike ministry which is a homeless outreach program held under the Burnside Bridge downtown every Thursday night. They recently had one of their primary sock donors cut back significantly on their gifts. Because socks are one of the most important needs for folks living on the streets, we are encouraging gifts of medium and large socks. And, if you are interested in providing some additional gifts to Night Strike they are also in need of bottled water, deodorant, shoes, boots, toothbrushes, light jackets, sun tan lotion, and tents. Annual Meeting: December 5 after worship On Sunday, December 5, following the worship service, our Annual Meeting will be held. There will be two items of business. First, the members of the congregation will be asked to affirm the Table's proposed budget for 2022 (an updated draft is on our website at: www.portlandmennonite.org/2022-budget-documents). Second, the members of the congregation will be asked to affirm the following nominees for positions of leadership: Colleen Millstein (Chair Elect), Lori Nussbaum (Elder of Faith Formation), and LaVonne Blowers (Elder of Congregational Life). Any questions or comments, please contact Dave Johnson (chair of the Table) or contact the PMC office. Can You Help with PMC Grounds Care? Would you be willing to help keep the PMC grounds tidy and tended? We are looking for a volunteer to mow, week, trim, and rake as needed. Contact Ed Shirk, Phil and Joan Steininger, or the church office if you may be able to help. Happy Birthday Linda Davies “Our mom Linda’s 80th birthday is November 29, so we would like to ask for a card shower to celebrate her special day. Her address is: 2335 A Street Forest Grove, OR” -the Davies kids and grandkids. :) Pat Smith is turning 95! —Pat will turn 95 on November 30. You are invited to send birthday cards in honor of his special day (382 NW Birdsdale Ave, Gresham, OR 97030). Radical Hospitality Needed for Guatemalan Youth in Portland/Beaverton “We’re looking for someone who may be interested in offering radical hospitality to a young man from Guatemala who will turn 21 and age out of foster care in January. He is very close (just a few months away, according to his attorney) to getting his work permit, but is stuck in limbo unable to work until then. The typical programs in place for foster youth aging out of care require youth to have work authorization. I’m trying to make a plan with this youth to avoid him ending up in a homeless shelter on his 21st birthday. He is very eager to work and have his own space, so once he has that work permit in hand I don’t think he’ll hang around long! I’m imagining a sort of host family set up, and would be happy to help come up with a sort of plan or agreement to expectations for everyone involved ahead of time.” If you are interested or have questions, please contact Audrey Engle-Eshleman, 503-704-4789 or audreyege@gmail.com. The Choral Arts Ensemble of Portland is back!—It will perform live at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church (2408 SE 16th Ave, Portland) on Saturday, Dec. 11th (7:30 pm) and Sunday, Dec. 12th (3 pm). These concerts will feature traditional and modern holiday selections by Elaine Hagenberg, Eric Whitacre, Ola Gjeilo and others. Proof of vaccination is required for all in attendance. Visit www.portlandschoir.org to purchase advance tickets, or purchase them at the door. Adult/Senior: $18 in advance; $25 at the door. Students: $5 in advance and at the door. See Kris Voss-Rothmeier for more details. Room for Rent Lisa Hughes is looking for another housemate. If you know a single woman who may be interested please contact Lisa. Open Forum—This Sunday, from 9:30 to 10:30 am, Dave Johnson (chair of the leadership Table) and Rod Stafford (Lead Pastor) will host an open forum. Everyone is welcome to bring any questions or comments about anything going on in the life of PMC. You can join in-person (on the Lower Level) or online (Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85302740057?pwd=aVUxVW5Pa0xDckEvUXFIWDNnUWd5Zz09 Waiting: 2021 Advent Reflections Twenty-eight writers from PMC have prepared a collection of reflections for the Advent season. Each day the readings draw us into the practice of waiting for the wonders and mysteries of the One who says, 'Do not be afraid. I am with you.' Print copies are available in the Old Chapel (or by contacting the PMC office). An online version is also available on our web site at: www.portlandmennonite.org/advent-2021 Love’s Lessons Learned, stories and songs by Frans & Kathy van der Horst Dec 17 / 7:00 pm Can love teach a lesson with a ball of yarn, an echoing well, a strange Christmas card, or an orphaned child in arms? Frans and his wife, Kathy, have learned from all these. His stories and her songs will bring the unique and inspiring lessons to light. Join us on Friday, Dec 17 at PMC for an evening of storytelling. Free (donations welcome). Recommended for ages 12 and up. Save the Date: Christmas Caroling: Dec 18, 4:00 pm see today’s insert for more information Save the Date: Longest Night Service: Dec 21, 7-8 pm see today’s insert for more information 
COVID Chronicles Podcast
The PMC podcast COVID Chronicles, hosted by Gloria Nussbaum, is a good way to stay connected and learn more about or share your story with your PMC friends. Find it on the PMC website by simply scrolling down the home page, or look for it on PodBean. Stephen Ministry Can Help In times of stress, conflict, pandemics, etc, you can find emotional support from PMC’s Stephen Ministry program. To find out more about this ministry, contact: Pastor Diane Hooge, Stephen Leaders Connie Brown, Tim Klassen, Joleen Classen, or check out the web page at www.portlandmennonite.org/stephen-ministry PMC Care Fund In the midst of this unsettling time we are committed to caring for each other and to 'seeking the peace of the city' (Jeremiah 29:7). If you or someone you know at PMC is facing financial need, please let us know. We can offer help through our Care Fund and through the Sharing Fund of Everence. Our Care Fund currently has plenty of funds, thanks to the generous support of many in the congregation; if you have extra resources at this time, please consider contributing to our community partners, such as Family Promise Metro East. Grocery Gift Cards Available Do you know someone in need of help with purchasing groceries? We have $50 grocery gift cards available for you to give to someone who has a need. Just fill out the form at www.portlandmennonite.org/grocery-gift-cards, and we’ll get a card in the mail to you. |
