Fellowship Opportunities
Author: web manager Published: March 4th, 2012
February 29 – Prayer Path: Centering Prayer
The Rev. Todd Bartlett will teach and lead us in some forms of centering prayer, a method which involves stillness, patience, and relaxation as we listen for God’s Spirit within. Rev. Bartlett is the Director of the Alton L. Collins Re- treat Center, and a graduate of the United Methodist Three-Year Academy for Spiritual Formation.
March 9 – Prayer Path: Body Prayers
The Rev. Roberta Egli, pastor of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Eugene, Oregon, and another graduate of the Academy for Spiritual Formation, will help us to focus on the nonverbal language we use when praying. She will offer some suggested ways to pay attention to God’s presence within our bodies and gentle, easy movements we can make to augment our prayers
March 14 – Scripture Path: Lectio Divina
Cindy Force, accredited Spiritual Director and member of First Church, will be leading this evening. “Lectio Divina” is a Latin term which means “divine reading.”, It describes a way of reading the Bible whereby we gradually let go of our own agendas and open ourselves to whatever message God wants to bring to us. It was first developed in the 12th century and has been used extensively by individuals and whole communities along the pathway of spiritual growth. We will be using conversation, journaling, and even a little simple art as we explore this spiritual practice.
March 21 – Contemplative Path: Meditation
The Rev. Dr. Robert Flaherty, pastor of the Newberg United Methodist Church will lead us in an exploration of meditation as a tool for Christian spiritual growth. Meditation involves the emptying our minds from all distractions and the focusing of our minds in the present moment. Dr. Flaherty will help newcomers to meditation and “old hands” alike find new energy in this spiritual practice.
March 28 – Praise Path: Spirit Singing
The Rev. Laura Jaquith Bartlett, Program Director at the Alton L. Collins Retreat Center, and recognized professional in worship and music leadership will open our ears (and hearts!) to the use of singing as a spiritual practice. Under Laura’s capable and energetic direction we will connect with God through our voices.
Each week’s program is preceded by supper from 5:30-6:30 in Collins Hall. Children are welcome and people of all ages are encouraged to “travel our pathways” together
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Published: January 25th, 2012
Wednesday, February 1st, 7:00 pm, join Pastor Donna at the Goose Hollow Inn for conversation and refreshment.
We’ll look at the Scriptures for the following Sunday and just enjoy each other’s company.
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Author: Mark Ohlson Published: January 24th, 2012
First United Methodist Church Portland Announces
Ecumenical Bible Discussion Fellowship
A downtown Portland Ecumenical Bible Discussion program has now begun at First United Methodist Church. All interested participants are welcome to attend. Invite your non-Methodist friends to join you for a spirited ecumenical discussion and then head out to lunch afterward!
The format is a discussion group of lay participants and at least one clergy person. The Rev. Joanne Rannells (United Methodist, Ret.) will be present as the group gains momentum and clergy from other denominations join in as they are welcome and invited to do.
Discussions are following the common lectionary for the church year (currently Year B), and the only requirement participants are encouraged to do in preparation is pre-read that week’s scripture and come with a Bible, comments, and questions. A chart of weekly readings will be distributed at the meetings to allow participants a clear understanding of weekly scripture for the next meeting.
This discussion series is designed to enable participants from different traditions to reflect together on scripture through each other’s eyes and share common and divergent points of view. The emphasis is on discussing scripture in the context of the times in which we live.
Plan to join this new ecumenical fellowship group each and every Thursday morning!
Meeting Dates: Each Thursday Morning, 10:30AM to Noon
Place: First United Methodist Church
1838 SW Jefferson St., Portland
Public Transportation: (Located at Goose Hollow MAX station, 18th and Jefferson)
Portland, OR 97201
For more information contact:
Mark Ohlson, First Church Outreach Coordinator
503-228-3195 (ext. 220)
mohlson@fumcpdx.org
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Published: January 23rd, 2012
The Tuesday Bridge Group started more than 30 years ago as an interest group under the auspices of United Methodist Women of First United Methodist Church. Originally a “ladies only” activity, the group was later expanded to include men – who, for the first few years, had to play in a separate room! How times have changed! The group has been co-ed for many years.
Women and men get together for the fun and fellowship of “party” or “contract” bridge (not duplicate!) in Room 202 every Tuesday (holidays excepted), beginning at 11:00 a.m. Play generally continues until about 3:00 p.m., with a break for a brown-bag lunch (coffee and tea provided).
The group plays for fun – while expertise is not a requirement, participants should know the basics of bidding and play. No instruction is provided.
Anyone who would like to join the group on a regular basis – or who would like to check it out and see what its all about – is invited to show up on any Tuesday morning. For further information, contact the church office.
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Published: December 18th, 2011
Thanks to the great popularity of our Wednesday evening “Preacher’s Pub” at the Goose Hollow Inn, we will make this a twice-monthly affair, beginning again in February (the 1st and the 8th at 7:00 pm.)
Rev. Donna will do a little bit of teaching and then we’ll discuss the Scriptures for the coming Sundays. This is a great way to connect with others in a relaxed and informal setting. Watch for reminders in coming weeks!
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