Bulletin, July 12
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Upcoming Events
July 11 / Palestinian Artisan Sale / 10-4pm
Morgan Cooper and her family recently hosted PMCers and fellow MCUSA delegation members in Ramallah, Palestine. Morgan will be on a US tour and selling fair trade items through her organization, “Homemade Palestine.” Please mark your calendars for Saturday, July 11, 10-4pm at PMC, and spread the word. Traditional Palestinian embroidery known as Tatreez will be among the items for sale. Contact Lisa Hughes with any questions. Learn More
July 12 / Installation Service for Kevin Seidel
On July 12th, Kevin Seidel will be installed as our new Lead Pastor. Eric Massanari, our PNMC Executive Minister, will preach the installation service, and PNMC Conference Minister Terry Rediger will also participate. Coffee time with cake will be provided after worship to celebrate this special occasion!
July 19 / PMC Summer Block Party
Please note that there will be no morning service at the Meeting House on July 19. Please plan to join us for a potluck picnic at 5:00pm and stay for a short worship service in the sanctuary at 5:45. Ice cream will be served on the lower level at 6:15. You are welcome to stay for table games as long as you wish.
July 25 / OREGON BUS “PEACE PILGRIMAGE”
Get on the Bus and join us for the 2nd Annual Oregon Peace Pilgrimage! Register now.
LEARN MORE
August 8 / PMC Farm Jam / 3-6pm / Blower’s Farm
Farm Jam is for all ages. Pack the kids and some lawn chairs in the car and come join the potluck, listen to Bluegrass, and soak in the summer vibes. LEARN MORE
September 6 / Wildwood Sunday
Join us for an outdoor service and potluck meal at the Wildwood Recreation Site in Welches as we mark the end of summer. There is no worship service at 35th and Main on September 6.
More info on the PMC website.
September 13 / Fall Launch Party / Coffee Time / Sunday School Begins
Join us during Coffee Time to learn what is happening this fall at PMC. This will also be the first Sunday of Sunday school for all ages!
Morgan Cooper and her family recently hosted PMCers and fellow MCUSA delegation members in Ramallah, Palestine. Morgan will be on a US tour and selling fair trade items through her organization, “Homemade Palestine.” Please mark your calendars for Saturday, July 11, 10-4pm at PMC, and spread the word. Traditional Palestinian embroidery known as Tatreez will be among the items for sale. Contact Lisa Hughes with any questions. Learn More
July 12 / Installation Service for Kevin Seidel
On July 12th, Kevin Seidel will be installed as our new Lead Pastor. Eric Massanari, our PNMC Executive Minister, will preach the installation service, and PNMC Conference Minister Terry Rediger will also participate. Coffee time with cake will be provided after worship to celebrate this special occasion!
July 19 / PMC Summer Block Party
Please note that there will be no morning service at the Meeting House on July 19. Please plan to join us for a potluck picnic at 5:00pm and stay for a short worship service in the sanctuary at 5:45. Ice cream will be served on the lower level at 6:15. You are welcome to stay for table games as long as you wish.
July 25 / OREGON BUS “PEACE PILGRIMAGE”
Get on the Bus and join us for the 2nd Annual Oregon Peace Pilgrimage! Register now.
LEARN MORE
August 8 / PMC Farm Jam / 3-6pm / Blower’s Farm
Farm Jam is for all ages. Pack the kids and some lawn chairs in the car and come join the potluck, listen to Bluegrass, and soak in the summer vibes. LEARN MORE
September 6 / Wildwood Sunday
Join us for an outdoor service and potluck meal at the Wildwood Recreation Site in Welches as we mark the end of summer. There is no worship service at 35th and Main on September 6.
More info on the PMC website.
September 13 / Fall Launch Party / Coffee Time / Sunday School Begins
Join us during Coffee Time to learn what is happening this fall at PMC. This will also be the first Sunday of Sunday school for all ages!
Order of Worship
Prelude
Lighting the Peace Candle and Ringing the Church Bell
¯ Hymn – Let Us Build A House Voices Together 36
Welcoming Words
Isaiah 55:10-13 (NRSVUE)
¯ Hymn – Praise the Lord Sing Hallelujah Voices Together 95
Gathering Our Gifts
Children's Time
(There is no Children’s Worship this morning.)
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 (NRSVUE)
¯ Hymn – Be A Sower Voices Together 789
Sermon: “The Inward Word”
Moment of Silent Reflection
Service of Installation for Pastor Kevin Seidel
Words of Affirmation
Presentation of Gifts
Affirmation of License for Ministry
Litany of Support – Voices Together 967
Prayer for the Laying on of Hands
Congregational Blessing
LEADER: May God, who calls you to this ministry, grant you grace, joy, and endurance.
ALL: Amen!
LEADER: May Christ guide and empower you for service and leadership.
ALL: Amen!
LEADER: May the Holy Spirit fill you with the gifts you need.
ALL: Amen!
LEADER: May the One whose love unites us as the body of Christ strengthen us to live and proclaim the gospel together.
ALL: Amen!
Announcements
¯ Hymn – God be the Love Voices Together 43
Benediction
Lighting the Peace Candle and Ringing the Church Bell
¯ Hymn – Let Us Build A House Voices Together 36
Welcoming Words
Isaiah 55:10-13 (NRSVUE)
¯ Hymn – Praise the Lord Sing Hallelujah Voices Together 95
Gathering Our Gifts
Children's Time
(There is no Children’s Worship this morning.)
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 (NRSVUE)
¯ Hymn – Be A Sower Voices Together 789
Sermon: “The Inward Word”
Moment of Silent Reflection
Service of Installation for Pastor Kevin Seidel
Words of Affirmation
Presentation of Gifts
Affirmation of License for Ministry
Litany of Support – Voices Together 967
Prayer for the Laying on of Hands
Congregational Blessing
LEADER: May God, who calls you to this ministry, grant you grace, joy, and endurance.
ALL: Amen!
LEADER: May Christ guide and empower you for service and leadership.
ALL: Amen!
LEADER: May the Holy Spirit fill you with the gifts you need.
ALL: Amen!
LEADER: May the One whose love unites us as the body of Christ strengthen us to live and proclaim the gospel together.
ALL: Amen!
Announcements
¯ Hymn – God be the Love Voices Together 43
Benediction
Facilitators
Musicians
Harold Nussbaum, Bruce Kuhns, Paula Brunk Kuhns, Kristen Swartley, Gerry Leatherman, Gail Manickam
Worship Leader
Kim Brandt
Song Leader
Gail Manickam
Children’s Time
Stephen Obold Eshleman
Sermon
Eric Massanari
AV Team
JJ Birky, Gordon Wiebe
Ushers
Andrew Yoder, Maurice Imhoff, David Morrow
Greeters
Esther Hoisington, Aurora Platas
Prayers after Worship
David Morrow
Installation Service
Harold Nussbaum, Bruce Kuhns, Paula Brunk Kuhns, Kristen Swartley, Gerry Leatherman, Gail Manickam
Worship Leader
Kim Brandt
Song Leader
Gail Manickam
Children’s Time
Stephen Obold Eshleman
Sermon
Eric Massanari
AV Team
JJ Birky, Gordon Wiebe
Ushers
Andrew Yoder, Maurice Imhoff, David Morrow
Greeters
Esther Hoisington, Aurora Platas
Prayers after Worship
David Morrow
Installation Service
- Eric Massanari, PNMC Executive Conference Minister
- Terry Rediger, PNMC District Pastor
- Ed Shirk, PMC Leadership Table Chair
- Deb Coates, PMC Worship Committee
- Kevin Seidel, Curt Weaver, Kristen Swartley, PMC Pastoral Team
Please Pray for...
- The people of Venezuela. Minister peace to those who are anxious and suffering. Equip your people with resilience to help their neighbors and guide governments to respond with wisdom, fairness and compassion.
(A prayer request from Mennonite World Conference) - Fred Obold and his family as he remains in intensive care.
- Those who live outside on the streets of our city.
Active Meal Trains
There are no active Meal Trains at the moment.
Todays Scriptures
Isaiah 55:10-13 (NRSVUE)
For as the rain and the snow come down from heaven
and do not return there until they have watered the earth,
making it bring forth and sprout,
giving seed to the sower and bread to the eater,
so shall my word be that goes out from my mouth;
it shall not return to me empty,
but it shall accomplish that which I purpose
and succeed in the thing for which I sent it.
For you shall go out in joy
and be led back in peace;
the mountains and the hills before you
shall burst into song,
and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.
Instead of the thorn shall come up the cypress;
instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle,
and it shall be to the Lord for a memorial,
for an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 (NRSVUE)
That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat beside the sea. Such great crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat there, while the whole crowd stood on the beach. And he told them many things in parables, saying: “Listen! A sower went out to sow. And as he sowed, some seeds fell on a path, and the birds came and ate them up. Other seeds fell on rocky ground, where they did not have much soil, and they sprang up quickly, since they had no depth of soil. But when the sun rose, they were scorched, and since they had no root, they withered away. Other seeds fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked them. Other seeds fell on good soil and brought forth grain, some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. If you have ears, hear!”
“Hear, then, the parable of the Sower. When anyone hears the word of the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what is sown in the heart; this is what was sown on the path. As for what was sown on rocky ground, this is the one who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy, yet such a person has no root but endures only for a while, and when trouble or persecution arises on account of the word, that person immediately falls away. As for what was sown among thorns, this is the one who hears the word, but the cares of this age and the lure of wealth choke the word, and it yields nothing. But as for what was sown on good soil, this is the one who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and yields in one case a hundredfold, in another sixty, and in another thirty.”
For as the rain and the snow come down from heaven
and do not return there until they have watered the earth,
making it bring forth and sprout,
giving seed to the sower and bread to the eater,
so shall my word be that goes out from my mouth;
it shall not return to me empty,
but it shall accomplish that which I purpose
and succeed in the thing for which I sent it.
For you shall go out in joy
and be led back in peace;
the mountains and the hills before you
shall burst into song,
and all the trees of the field shall clap their hands.
Instead of the thorn shall come up the cypress;
instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle,
and it shall be to the Lord for a memorial,
for an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 (NRSVUE)
That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat beside the sea. Such great crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat there, while the whole crowd stood on the beach. And he told them many things in parables, saying: “Listen! A sower went out to sow. And as he sowed, some seeds fell on a path, and the birds came and ate them up. Other seeds fell on rocky ground, where they did not have much soil, and they sprang up quickly, since they had no depth of soil. But when the sun rose, they were scorched, and since they had no root, they withered away. Other seeds fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked them. Other seeds fell on good soil and brought forth grain, some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. If you have ears, hear!”
“Hear, then, the parable of the Sower. When anyone hears the word of the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what is sown in the heart; this is what was sown on the path. As for what was sown on rocky ground, this is the one who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy, yet such a person has no root but endures only for a while, and when trouble or persecution arises on account of the word, that person immediately falls away. As for what was sown among thorns, this is the one who hears the word, but the cares of this age and the lure of wealth choke the word, and it yields nothing. But as for what was sown on good soil, this is the one who hears the word and understands it, who indeed bears fruit and yields in one case a hundredfold, in another sixty, and in another thirty.”
Announcements
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Ongoing volunteer needs...
Nursery Volunteers A background check is required and can be completed quickly and easily. See Curt for the secure link to enter your information—the process takes just a few minutes. NURSERY VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP LINK |
Hey, Bike Riders... Join the PMC Bike Bus this Summer.
We will meet at the Krieder-Glick's house (4811 SE Franklin) at 8:45am on scheduled Sundays. We will bike up to Clinton, then head West, then North on 34th Ave all the way to church! Feel free to join along the way! The upcoming dates for the Bike Bus are July 26, and August 30. |
Reception to Welcome Kevin
Join us after church in the lower level today for coffee and cake to celebrate the official installation of our new Lead Pastor, Kevin Seidel.
Join PMC at the PDX Pride Parade on July 19
Join the Menno Pride Committee and watch the Pride parade on Sunday, July 19, from 11am-2pm (ish). We'll meet on NW Naito Pkwy between NW Davis & NW Couch streets (on the river side). Prepare for lots of sun (water, sunscreen, hats, etc.) and using public transit is often the best way to get there. If you have questions and need help finding the group, contact Blaine Greenway (971.409.2318). If you'd like to take the bus with a group (including about 20 min of walking), you can meet Pastor Kristen at the PMC parking lot at 10:45am.
Next Sunday Evening is Our Summer Church “Block Party” / July 19
We may need a new name for what we've been calling the "PMC Block Party." These days we're not actually closing the street. Instead, we're gathering in the playground area, which requires much less paperwork with the city, and our neighbors appreciate not having to move their cars.
Here's what the evening will look like:
Celebrating with Cody
We’re excited to celebrate with Professor Cody Bivens Starr as he begins a new chapter this fall, having accepted a teaching position at George Fox University. As a result, Cody will be stepping down from his role as PMC’s Office Administrator. His last day in the office will be August 17. Over the past three years, Cody has brought wisdom, theological reflection, and attention to detail to this role, and we are deeply grateful for all he has contributed to the life of our church. While we will certainly miss seeing him in the office, we’re delighted for this new opportunity. The good news is that Cody hopes to remain connected to the PMC community. He has already hinted that he may make the occasional appearance as a guest teacher in future adult education classes. We certainly hope so! Please join us in congratulating Cody and praying for him as he begins this exciting new adventure.
IMIrJ’s Immigrant Welcome Center at Aloha United Methodist Church needs supplies.
The Center serves families in need, including those facing detention or unemployment due to ICE actions. They are asking for donations of nonperishable food and household items or gift cards for groceries or gas. We will be collecting items at PMC over the next month. There are lists of items located near the labeled box in the back of the Old Chapel. The Radical Hospitality Team thanks you for your generosity.
Farm Jam 2026 Needs a Few Volunteers
Farm Jam is happening at Joe and LaVonne’s farm on Saturday, August 8. It will be a fun event for everyone who loves animals, good food, and bluegrass music. If you would like to help the Children’s Christian Ed Committee make this day happen, please sign up at the Welcome Table and/or talk to Curt Weaver, Melissa Burton or Susan Frisby.
Peace Pilgrimage Bus Tour – Waitlist available
We’ve filled our spots for this year, but you can sign up for the waitlist in case anyone isn’t able to come. Join us on Saturday, July 25 for a beautiful bus trip up the Columbia River to The Dalles, a special program, lunch, and return to Portland. Our theme this year is "Coming to the Far West: The Peace Churches Come to Oregon,” and our guest speaker will be Sarah Augustine, Director of the Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery (CDDD). The cost is $30 – with financial aid available if needed – and there is limited space to join. You can find more information and a link to the signup form in the online bulletin. Questions? Ask Pastor Kristen, Jay Beaman, or Gloria Nussbaum.
Mourning the Death of Our Neighbor, John
Many of you knew John, who lived for many years in the area around our church, first in a tent and, more recently, in an electric cart. We are saddened to share that John passed away last week. We have been in contact with members of his family. If they decide to hold a memorial service at PMC, we will share those details with the congregation. In the meantime, please keep John's family and all who knew and cared for him in your prayers.
Next Summer Happy Hour at the Moat’s House is July 18
We (Anna, Colleen, Janna) are hosting “The Happy Hour” at Colleen Milstein's and Janna Moat's house. You are welcome to come and leave at any time. Bring a friend, meet a friend, or make new friends. Bring a favorite drink and a snack, with a little extra to share. The Happy Hour will gather from 4-6:30pm next on July 18, as well as August 29, and September 12.
From the Voss-Rothmeiers:
Thank you to our PMC family for the kind and generous support after our house fire. We have felt tremendously supported by all of you throughout this challenge and greatly appreciate the cards and meals. We moved to a rental house this week, just four doors down from our own house, and hope to return home in September.
Supporting Venezuelans
After the two large earthquakes in Venezuela in June, the people there have struggled to recover and rebuild. They have currently recorded more than 3,500 dead and more than 16,000 have been found injured in the rubble. We have not found any response yet from Mennonite organizations we connect with, but there is a local organization recommended by several PMCers called Venezuela's Voice in Oregon that has been responding. You can find links in the online bulletin to learn more about how they are partnering with trusted nonprofit organizations in Venezuela to provide immediate relief and bring our local community together in prayer and solidarity. They include links to donate money. Questions? Contact Casey Fast ([email protected]).
Arepas & Support
Additionally, the Venezuelan families that we have helped support are thinking about their family and friends in Venezuela. For our “Block Party” next week, PMC is ordering Arepas from one of these families to be part of our potluck. There will be a donation basket near the Arepas where the Lopez family will be collecting gifts for relief for their family and friends in Venezuela.
Coffee Team on Hiatus for Summer
Our coffee team is off duty for the summer months. Coffee service for summer events will need to be arranged on an individual basis ahead of the event. Thank you to our coffee team volunteers for their commitment, and we hope they enjoy their well-deserved break! The team is looking for more volunteers for the Fall; zero barista experience required! Tell Kyle Gascho that you want to join!
SMMS Update, June 2026
After the congregational vote in spring of 2025, board members of Sunnyside Mennonite Montessori School (SMMS) and other PMCers worked through many steps to see if becoming a full-time program in the PMC building would be possible. They learned that the cost of updating our building to get the right codes and licenses was too high – so becoming a full-time preschool in the building is not possible. The Table announced this in the Fall of 2025, and indicated that SMMS would be working to figure out which of these options they could pursue:
-The PMC Leadership Table
Out of Office
Cody Bivins-Starr will be out of the office July 8-13.
Join us after church in the lower level today for coffee and cake to celebrate the official installation of our new Lead Pastor, Kevin Seidel.
Join PMC at the PDX Pride Parade on July 19
Join the Menno Pride Committee and watch the Pride parade on Sunday, July 19, from 11am-2pm (ish). We'll meet on NW Naito Pkwy between NW Davis & NW Couch streets (on the river side). Prepare for lots of sun (water, sunscreen, hats, etc.) and using public transit is often the best way to get there. If you have questions and need help finding the group, contact Blaine Greenway (971.409.2318). If you'd like to take the bus with a group (including about 20 min of walking), you can meet Pastor Kristen at the PMC parking lot at 10:45am.
Next Sunday Evening is Our Summer Church “Block Party” / July 19
We may need a new name for what we've been calling the "PMC Block Party." These days we're not actually closing the street. Instead, we're gathering in the playground area, which requires much less paperwork with the city, and our neighbors appreciate not having to move their cars.
Here's what the evening will look like:
- 5:00 p.m. – Potluck dinner in the backyard. Please bring a dish to share, along with a lawn chair or blanket and your own picnic utensils.
- 5:45 p.m. – A short worship service in the sanctuary.
- 6:15 p.m. – Ice cream downstairs, followed by table games for anyone who would like to stay and hang out. Bring any games you want to play!
Celebrating with Cody
We’re excited to celebrate with Professor Cody Bivens Starr as he begins a new chapter this fall, having accepted a teaching position at George Fox University. As a result, Cody will be stepping down from his role as PMC’s Office Administrator. His last day in the office will be August 17. Over the past three years, Cody has brought wisdom, theological reflection, and attention to detail to this role, and we are deeply grateful for all he has contributed to the life of our church. While we will certainly miss seeing him in the office, we’re delighted for this new opportunity. The good news is that Cody hopes to remain connected to the PMC community. He has already hinted that he may make the occasional appearance as a guest teacher in future adult education classes. We certainly hope so! Please join us in congratulating Cody and praying for him as he begins this exciting new adventure.
IMIrJ’s Immigrant Welcome Center at Aloha United Methodist Church needs supplies.
The Center serves families in need, including those facing detention or unemployment due to ICE actions. They are asking for donations of nonperishable food and household items or gift cards for groceries or gas. We will be collecting items at PMC over the next month. There are lists of items located near the labeled box in the back of the Old Chapel. The Radical Hospitality Team thanks you for your generosity.
Farm Jam 2026 Needs a Few Volunteers
Farm Jam is happening at Joe and LaVonne’s farm on Saturday, August 8. It will be a fun event for everyone who loves animals, good food, and bluegrass music. If you would like to help the Children’s Christian Ed Committee make this day happen, please sign up at the Welcome Table and/or talk to Curt Weaver, Melissa Burton or Susan Frisby.
Peace Pilgrimage Bus Tour – Waitlist available
We’ve filled our spots for this year, but you can sign up for the waitlist in case anyone isn’t able to come. Join us on Saturday, July 25 for a beautiful bus trip up the Columbia River to The Dalles, a special program, lunch, and return to Portland. Our theme this year is "Coming to the Far West: The Peace Churches Come to Oregon,” and our guest speaker will be Sarah Augustine, Director of the Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery (CDDD). The cost is $30 – with financial aid available if needed – and there is limited space to join. You can find more information and a link to the signup form in the online bulletin. Questions? Ask Pastor Kristen, Jay Beaman, or Gloria Nussbaum.
Mourning the Death of Our Neighbor, John
Many of you knew John, who lived for many years in the area around our church, first in a tent and, more recently, in an electric cart. We are saddened to share that John passed away last week. We have been in contact with members of his family. If they decide to hold a memorial service at PMC, we will share those details with the congregation. In the meantime, please keep John's family and all who knew and cared for him in your prayers.
Next Summer Happy Hour at the Moat’s House is July 18
We (Anna, Colleen, Janna) are hosting “The Happy Hour” at Colleen Milstein's and Janna Moat's house. You are welcome to come and leave at any time. Bring a friend, meet a friend, or make new friends. Bring a favorite drink and a snack, with a little extra to share. The Happy Hour will gather from 4-6:30pm next on July 18, as well as August 29, and September 12.
From the Voss-Rothmeiers:
Thank you to our PMC family for the kind and generous support after our house fire. We have felt tremendously supported by all of you throughout this challenge and greatly appreciate the cards and meals. We moved to a rental house this week, just four doors down from our own house, and hope to return home in September.
Supporting Venezuelans
After the two large earthquakes in Venezuela in June, the people there have struggled to recover and rebuild. They have currently recorded more than 3,500 dead and more than 16,000 have been found injured in the rubble. We have not found any response yet from Mennonite organizations we connect with, but there is a local organization recommended by several PMCers called Venezuela's Voice in Oregon that has been responding. You can find links in the online bulletin to learn more about how they are partnering with trusted nonprofit organizations in Venezuela to provide immediate relief and bring our local community together in prayer and solidarity. They include links to donate money. Questions? Contact Casey Fast ([email protected]).
Arepas & Support
Additionally, the Venezuelan families that we have helped support are thinking about their family and friends in Venezuela. For our “Block Party” next week, PMC is ordering Arepas from one of these families to be part of our potluck. There will be a donation basket near the Arepas where the Lopez family will be collecting gifts for relief for their family and friends in Venezuela.
Coffee Team on Hiatus for Summer
Our coffee team is off duty for the summer months. Coffee service for summer events will need to be arranged on an individual basis ahead of the event. Thank you to our coffee team volunteers for their commitment, and we hope they enjoy their well-deserved break! The team is looking for more volunteers for the Fall; zero barista experience required! Tell Kyle Gascho that you want to join!
SMMS Update, June 2026
After the congregational vote in spring of 2025, board members of Sunnyside Mennonite Montessori School (SMMS) and other PMCers worked through many steps to see if becoming a full-time program in the PMC building would be possible. They learned that the cost of updating our building to get the right codes and licenses was too high – so becoming a full-time preschool in the building is not possible. The Table announced this in the Fall of 2025, and indicated that SMMS would be working to figure out which of these options they could pursue:
- becoming a full-time program in a different location,
- continuing as a part-day program, or
- closing the program.
- raised tuition prices again,
- estimated higher fundraising goals, and
- adjusted various other expenses –
- projecting a budget that leaves them with a net income for 26-27.
-The PMC Leadership Table
Out of Office
Cody Bivins-Starr will be out of the office July 8-13.
MCUSA News
- In her recent Menno Snapshots blog, Rachel Ringenberg Miller, MC USA denominational minister for Ministerial Leadership, encourages congregations to unlock their full ministry potential by embracing the shared calling of pastors and church members through the Anabaptist belief in the priesthood of all believers. Read it here: https://www.mennoniteusa.org/pastor-and-congregation/
- “Our faith calls us to stand with those whose voices are systemically marginalized,” wrote Lorraine Stutzman Amstutz, MC USA’s denominational minister of Peace and Justice, in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling weakening the Voting Rights Act. Read her lament here: https://www.mennoniteusa.org/lament-ruling-on-voting-rights/
- For many students, military enlistment can feel like one of the few affordable paths to higher education. But for Connor Kouterick, a freshman at West Virginia University, another path emerged, thanks to the Peaceful Futures Scholarship from Peaceful Options for Training and Careers (POTC), a ministry project of Mennonite Church USA and Mennonite Central Committee. Read more here: https://www.mennoniteusa.org/POTC-scholarship
- Did you know that the Mennonite Church USA Archives has an online photo collection of more than 13,000 images? It’s fun to browse and is a great resource for presentations, sermons and more. Check it out here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/mennonitechurchusa-archives/
Help Us Stay Up to Date
Since we no longer have a “photo wall” in the Old Chapel, the online directory is the main way that people can begin to get to know one another at PMC. You can upload/update your photo and update your information yourself by following these easy steps on your phone or on your computer: On your phone: Open the app and press the icon in the upper left corner (the one with three horizontal bars) / Tap “Edit My Family” — On your computer, go to the home page. / Click on “Edit My Family” in the upper right corner. Once you’ve submitted a change, the church administrator will receive a request for the change and will approve it quickly. Thanks!
Since we no longer have a “photo wall” in the Old Chapel, the online directory is the main way that people can begin to get to know one another at PMC. You can upload/update your photo and update your information yourself by following these easy steps on your phone or on your computer: On your phone: Open the app and press the icon in the upper left corner (the one with three horizontal bars) / Tap “Edit My Family” — On your computer, go to the home page. / Click on “Edit My Family” in the upper right corner. Once you’ve submitted a change, the church administrator will receive a request for the change and will approve it quickly. Thanks!
Land Acknowledgment
As we learn about the Doctrine of Discovery, we recognize that the land on which our meetinghouse is located and the land on which we live was previously home to Native American peoples who were decimated and uprooted as this area was colonized. The Portland Metro area rests on traditional village sites of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Bands of Chinook, Tualatin, Kalapuya, Molalla and many other tribes who stewarded the plentiful natural resources in the vicinity of the Columbia River.
We recognize that the present day Native American community in the Portland Metro area is made up of people who originate from over 380 tribes from around the country.
We acknowledge the local federally recognized tribes; the Grande Ronde, the Siletz and the Cowlitz as well as the Chinook Nation, which has been seeking federal recognition for many years.
As we learn about the Doctrine of Discovery, we recognize that the land on which our meetinghouse is located and the land on which we live was previously home to Native American peoples who were decimated and uprooted as this area was colonized. The Portland Metro area rests on traditional village sites of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Bands of Chinook, Tualatin, Kalapuya, Molalla and many other tribes who stewarded the plentiful natural resources in the vicinity of the Columbia River.
We recognize that the present day Native American community in the Portland Metro area is made up of people who originate from over 380 tribes from around the country.
We acknowledge the local federally recognized tribes; the Grande Ronde, the Siletz and the Cowlitz as well as the Chinook Nation, which has been seeking federal recognition for many years.
