MEETUPS

PMC Meetups

PMC Meetups are groups that get together to build connections among PMC members and help us support each other in our journeys of faith. These groups are open to anyone who wants to join and typically have a specific focus or activity. They may be a one time thing or happen regularly throughout the year. Contact the group leader to join.

​If you have any questions, feel free to contact someone from the Small Group Committee: Micah Engle-Eshleman, Caroline, McCarty, Joan Steininger, and Kristen Swartley.

Book Group

We meet to read and talk about books. Anyone can join.
Leader: Dave Johnson
Gatherings: Often the third Saturday morning of the month though we move this around every once in a while. Lately we have been meeting at Janna & Colleen's house. 

Transitions

Transitions is a group for older adults that meets on the fourth Monday of each month. Everyone is welcome to join us for conversations about faith and life as we grow older. Contact Rod in the PMC office with any questions.
Leader: Pastor Rod Stafford
Gatherings: In the PMC Old Chapel, 4th Monday of the month, 1pm. To join: Just show up! Or, send a message to Rod.

​Dorcas Needles & Stitches

We knot comforters for MCC. These may be sent directly to refugees or some get sold at the Oregon Mennonite Festival for World Relief. The group is open and anyone who wants to come is welcome. Just show up! Children should be able to tie a square knot so probably anyone by age 6 or 7 could join us.
Leader: Gail Manickam
Gatherings: We meet at the church, usually in the Old Chapel on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from roughly 9am - 12 noon.
To join: Just show up! Or contact Gail for more information.

Tuesday Handwork & Get Acquainted

A time set aside for handwork hobbies – knitting, crocheting, cross stitch, etc. – and conversation. Anyone is welcome, with or without a project. We welcome those who just stop in occasionally as well as regular attenders. Our main intention is to get better acquainted.
Leaders: Linda Smith and Vivian Headings
Gatherings: 2-4pm on the first and third Tuesdays of the month, lower level of church (handicap access via the elevator).
To join: Call Linda at 503-675-8348

​“Put a Bird on it” Game Group! ​

Come join the flock of bird themed game players... We're getting together to play Wingspan and Rook once a month. Join us in the lower level of the church. If people are interested in chipping in for pizza, we often make an order when everyone gets there. People who have never played either game are welcome to come and learn (ages 10+ for Wingspan and 8+ for Rook recommended).
Leaders: Lisa Hughs, Kristen Swartley, Katrina Miller, Caroline McCarty, and Ken Roupp (Rook)
Gatherings: At PMC (lower level), usually the 1st Sunday of the month at 5:30pm. Email Kristen to join our email list for updates.

​Bison Coffee House / ​Repair Network CDDD

​Group focused on repairing the harm done under the Doctrine of Discovery to Indigenous people and cultures. Support, learning, and action for aspiring helpers at every level of interest and engagement. Gather at 10am on the 2nd TUE monthly to share what we are learning about Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery, and to patronize Portland’s only Native-American owned coffee & bake shop. 3941 NE Cully Blvd.
Contact Connie Brown or Sylvia Shirk for details.

​​Portland Mennonite Quilters

This group is focused on hand quilting. Usually quilts are completed to be auctioned at the Oregon Mennonite Festival for World Relief. Sometimes we accept commissions - hand quilt for donation to MCC. The group is open to anyone. Beginners are welcome!
Leader: Ardy Alberts
Gatherings: Every Monday morning in the Lower Level of the Church.
To join: Contact Ardy Alberts, 541.680.3675

​​Nightstrike

Night Strike is a community gathering that mobilizes volunteers/services, meets felt needs, and develops relationships that transform lives. It is an opportunity for members of Portland’s homeless community to hang out, enjoy a hot meal, receive a free haircut or shave, have their feet washed and have their old shoes/clothes/sleeping bags replaced. PMC gathers a group of 5 volunteers once a month to help at Nightstrike.
Leader: Kim Bonner
Gatherings: 2nd Thursday of the month, 6:45-9pm
To join: There are limited volunteer slots each month, please contact Kim each month to see if there is space to participate and for the location to meet at.

​​Monday Knitting Circle

We gather twice a month for a knitting circle in NE Portland. We welcome all knitters to bring a project and come knit together with us two evenings a month.
Leader: Lois Gearhart
Gatherings: 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month at 6:30pm, Liz Heaney’s home in NE Portland
To join: Contact Lois for more information

​Gatherings for Children and Youth

Questions: Contact Pastor Curt Weaver

​Learn more about Children at PMC
Learn More about Youth Groups