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.
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.
Fall at PMC
In September, and for the foreseeable future, we will continue to gather for worship at 10:45 am on Sundays. If you join us in-person, we will wear masks in our meetinghouse. You are also welcome to join us on-line, either on ZOOM or on Facebook. We will have limited Sunday classes from 9:30-10:30 am. Classes for 7th-8th graders and MYF/High School students will meet in-person (note that the MYF are off-site today, September 19). A hybrid class for adults will also meet. Classes for younger children will begin once vaccines are widely available for kids.
Starting Today: Bearing One Another's Burdens Sundays / 9:30-10:30 am
The last year and a half has been difficult. The months ahead are uncertain. Some of us are doing OK, some are languishing, some have endured great loss, some of us have experienced deep divisions in our families. All of us have stories to tell; all of us have the capacity to listen and bear one another's burdens. On four Sunday mornings, beginning September 19, there will be time for sharing in small groups about the ways we have survived and how we hope to thrive. Groups led by Sylvia Shirk, Diane Hooge, Linda Smith, Karen Hartmann, Dave Johnson, Nancy Good will include topics such as disappointments and discoveries, the challenges of parenting, coping with re-entry into community life, finding hope amidst loss and grief, difficult family dynamics, and the questions we find ourselves asking about God and faith. We will draw on the assistance of chaplains and mental health providers from our congregation as we all seek healing and new vision following the collective trauma of the past year and a half. We will gather in-person and online. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85673128878?pwd=M2FlVkkrZ1FhZjZ6L21HV0k0Q3dSQT09
Planning for 2022 Sun, Sept 26 / following worship
Next Sunday, September 26, please plan to stay for a short 15-20 minutes meeting immediately after the 10:45 service. We will introduce our financial story for the coming year by briefly describing the direction and scope of our 2022 budget and inviting your pledges.
Lilly James Lang is looking for odd jobs to help make ends meet as she is temporally out of work. If you have questions or want to offer her a small job, she can be contacted at 503-754-7616. She is recovering from a concussion so hard labor may not be best but reaching out to check with her would be recommended.
Going to MCC sale in Ritzville, WA Oct 2?
Menno Mennonite is hosting the Washington MCC sale as an outdoor event on Oct 2 in Ritzville, WA. More information online at mennomennonite.org/mca/. If you are planning to go, Bob Buxman, of West Coast MCC, is looking for someone who may be able to bring an item back to Portland. Please give Bob a call at 503-502-5402 if you might be able to do this.
Transitions Tue, Sep 21 / 10:00 am
Transitions is a group for older adults that meets on the third Tuesday of the month, currently via Zoom. Everyone is welcome to join us for conversations about faith and life and the ways we can continue to link ourselves as we age to the work of God in the world. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87666740974?pwd=SmNzME1vMExjQXRsYmJPZ2hKeDFLUT09
Just Cause Fair Trade Sale Oct 9 & 10
On Oct. 9 and 10, right here at PMC, Just Cause a fair trade store will be selling a wide variety of items made by artisans from around the world with all profits going to Mennonite Central Committee. We will be open on Saturday from 3:00-6:00 p.m. and then on Sunday morning too. If you’d like to support MCC but aren’t able to travel down to the Linn County Fairgrounds on Saturday, then plan to stop by PMC and shop a bit. MCC and the artisans will thank you!
Note: PMC Building Access on weekdays
If you need access to PMC on weekday mornings, you will need to make arrangements ahead of time with the church office, as door code access is restricted during school hours.
In September, and for the foreseeable future, we will continue to gather for worship at 10:45 am on Sundays. If you join us in-person, we will wear masks in our meetinghouse. You are also welcome to join us on-line, either on ZOOM or on Facebook. We will have limited Sunday classes from 9:30-10:30 am. Classes for 7th-8th graders and MYF/High School students will meet in-person (note that the MYF are off-site today, September 19). A hybrid class for adults will also meet. Classes for younger children will begin once vaccines are widely available for kids.
Starting Today: Bearing One Another's Burdens Sundays / 9:30-10:30 am
The last year and a half has been difficult. The months ahead are uncertain. Some of us are doing OK, some are languishing, some have endured great loss, some of us have experienced deep divisions in our families. All of us have stories to tell; all of us have the capacity to listen and bear one another's burdens. On four Sunday mornings, beginning September 19, there will be time for sharing in small groups about the ways we have survived and how we hope to thrive. Groups led by Sylvia Shirk, Diane Hooge, Linda Smith, Karen Hartmann, Dave Johnson, Nancy Good will include topics such as disappointments and discoveries, the challenges of parenting, coping with re-entry into community life, finding hope amidst loss and grief, difficult family dynamics, and the questions we find ourselves asking about God and faith. We will draw on the assistance of chaplains and mental health providers from our congregation as we all seek healing and new vision following the collective trauma of the past year and a half. We will gather in-person and online. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85673128878?pwd=M2FlVkkrZ1FhZjZ6L21HV0k0Q3dSQT09
Planning for 2022 Sun, Sept 26 / following worship
Next Sunday, September 26, please plan to stay for a short 15-20 minutes meeting immediately after the 10:45 service. We will introduce our financial story for the coming year by briefly describing the direction and scope of our 2022 budget and inviting your pledges.
Lilly James Lang is looking for odd jobs to help make ends meet as she is temporally out of work. If you have questions or want to offer her a small job, she can be contacted at 503-754-7616. She is recovering from a concussion so hard labor may not be best but reaching out to check with her would be recommended.
Going to MCC sale in Ritzville, WA Oct 2?
Menno Mennonite is hosting the Washington MCC sale as an outdoor event on Oct 2 in Ritzville, WA. More information online at mennomennonite.org/mca/. If you are planning to go, Bob Buxman, of West Coast MCC, is looking for someone who may be able to bring an item back to Portland. Please give Bob a call at 503-502-5402 if you might be able to do this.
Transitions Tue, Sep 21 / 10:00 am
Transitions is a group for older adults that meets on the third Tuesday of the month, currently via Zoom. Everyone is welcome to join us for conversations about faith and life and the ways we can continue to link ourselves as we age to the work of God in the world. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87666740974?pwd=SmNzME1vMExjQXRsYmJPZ2hKeDFLUT09
Just Cause Fair Trade Sale Oct 9 & 10
On Oct. 9 and 10, right here at PMC, Just Cause a fair trade store will be selling a wide variety of items made by artisans from around the world with all profits going to Mennonite Central Committee. We will be open on Saturday from 3:00-6:00 p.m. and then on Sunday morning too. If you’d like to support MCC but aren’t able to travel down to the Linn County Fairgrounds on Saturday, then plan to stop by PMC and shop a bit. MCC and the artisans will thank you!
Note: PMC Building Access on weekdays
If you need access to PMC on weekday mornings, you will need to make arrangements ahead of time with the church office, as door code access is restricted during school hours.
Will you help the Oregon Mennonite Festival for World Relief reach $100k again? Last year, we were able to raise over $100K for Mennonite Central Committee's 100th anniversary. There's nothing in our way from doing it again. Buy food, bid on auction items, or simply donate to help us reach that goal. Go to www.oregonmccsale.org for all the details.
Auction Item Previews Coming Soon!
Be on the lookout for the online auction signup coming this week at www.oregonmccsale.org/auction. We've got some very exciting offerings such as Timbers Tickets, Oregon Coast getaways, handmade gift card packs, smoked salmon, and more. Online auction will run from Oct 2—Oct 7.
Homemade food can be pre-ordered by September 20 (extended deadline) and picked up in Albany, Hubbard, or Portland on Oct 9. www.oregonmccsale.org/pre-order-food
Volunteers Volunteers Volunteers
We really need baking volunteers, as well as on-the-ground support. Visit the "Get Involved" page of our website to let us know how you can help. www.oregonmccsale.org/get-involved
My Coins Count—A matching fund of $4,000 has been offered to challenge individuals, families and congregations as they collect for My Coins Count in the remaining weeks before the Oregon MCC sale. At PMC, we’ll collect coins on Oct 3. You may also make a contribution during the online auction. Or bring your checks, dollars, coins with you when you come to pick up food.
School Kits for MCC—We are collecting school supplies at PMC for Mennonite Central Committee to send around the world to families facing disaster or crisis. If you would like to contribute, look for the flyer in the old chapel with details or go to: mcc.org/get-involved/kits/school. They will be taken down to West Coast MCC and counted as part of the Oct. 9 Fall Festival collection. Contact Barry Frisby or the church office if you have any questions.
Auction Item Previews Coming Soon!
Be on the lookout for the online auction signup coming this week at www.oregonmccsale.org/auction. We've got some very exciting offerings such as Timbers Tickets, Oregon Coast getaways, handmade gift card packs, smoked salmon, and more. Online auction will run from Oct 2—Oct 7.
Homemade food can be pre-ordered by September 20 (extended deadline) and picked up in Albany, Hubbard, or Portland on Oct 9. www.oregonmccsale.org/pre-order-food
Volunteers Volunteers Volunteers
We really need baking volunteers, as well as on-the-ground support. Visit the "Get Involved" page of our website to let us know how you can help. www.oregonmccsale.org/get-involved
My Coins Count—A matching fund of $4,000 has been offered to challenge individuals, families and congregations as they collect for My Coins Count in the remaining weeks before the Oregon MCC sale. At PMC, we’ll collect coins on Oct 3. You may also make a contribution during the online auction. Or bring your checks, dollars, coins with you when you come to pick up food.
School Kits for MCC—We are collecting school supplies at PMC for Mennonite Central Committee to send around the world to families facing disaster or crisis. If you would like to contribute, look for the flyer in the old chapel with details or go to: mcc.org/get-involved/kits/school. They will be taken down to West Coast MCC and counted as part of the Oct. 9 Fall Festival collection. Contact Barry Frisby or the church office if you have any questions.
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