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The Oregon Synod Office has lost its internet and e-mail connection this week. We are all attempting to access from our remote locations (home). This issue hopefully will be resolved by next week. Please feel free to call us with any immediate concerns at 503-413-4191. Thank you.

2008 Oregon Synod Assembly
Looking for information about what happened at the assembly?
Information (i.e. Bishop's Report, Pastor Ruben Duran's presentations, communication workshops and photos) can be found online at www.oregonsynod.org/08assembly/index.htm.

Recap
Download PDF recap of the event

Election Results can be found at www.oregonsynod.org/08assembly/nominate08.htm

Passed Environmental Resolution
www.oregonsynod.org/08assembly/resolutions.htm

Please note stories and assemby newsletters will be posted next week.


June 8
Ordination of Barbara Maas Punch
Santa Barbara, CA
She will serve at Our Savior's, Prineville


June 13 and June 14
Coaching 101 (Training)
Zion Lutheran Church, Oregon City
Begins at 5:00 p.m. on June 13 and conclude on June 14 at 3:00 p.m.
Coaching is being used in the ELCA to support new mission developers; accompany congregations through the Natural Church Development (NCD) process; encourage stewardship, evangelism, and prayer leaders; and much more. We want to raise up coaches within the Oregon Synod who will be highly effective at Christ-centered coaching.

Costs for your training at the event will be covered by a grant. If you are interested in becoming a coach please contact Deb Mantey at dmantey@qwestoffice.net or 503-413-4191. It is will be important that you have time to read the "Coaching 101" book prior to attending the event.


July 1-3
Leadership Training School in the Gorge
Begins 1 p.m. on July 1, concludes by noon on July 3rd.
 Youth entering 9th - 12 grade this Fall are invited to attend training school to develop their leadership skills, make new friends, and network with other youth leaders.

Presenters: Andrea Scofield, Pastor Glenn Chase, Christin Farrell, Lisa Gray, et al.
Topics: Role of Youth Leaders, Becoming More Welcoming and Inviting,  Excellent Communication, Planning and Evaluating Youth events, and How to Share Your Faith

$99 includes two nights at Menucha, meals, leadership resources, program and adult supervision. This training is limited to 30 students.

Registrar: Congregational Resource Coordinator, Deb Mantey at dmantey@qwestoffice.net Download registration form.


August 16
Women of the ELCA-Bible Study Event
“The Hidden Hand of God” Wisdom stories from Ruth, Daniel and Esther
by Rev. Gwen Sayler and Rev. Ann Fritschel
Trinity Lutheran Church, 507 W. Powell Blvd. , Gresham, Oregon
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join Oregon Synodical Women of Oregon (Women of the ELCA) to meet co-author Rev. Ann Fritschel and learn more about the new 2008-2009 LWT Bible Study. The cost is $10.00 for the day and includes lunch served by the ladies of Trinity Lutheran Church.
Download registration form

Position Openings/ Other Offerings
To view a complete listing of position openings around the synod visit: www.oregonsynod.org/equip_support/positions.htm.


Sunday Worship Keyboard Accompanist - beginning as early as August17th Prince of Life Lutheran Church, Oregon City, Oregon.
10 hours/week, with several rehearsals and two services Sunday morning
( 8:00 am more traditional and 10:30 am more contemporary, working with a praise band). Includes collaborating with choir director in planning special music for worship. Strong piano skills required, basic organ a plus. Strong sight-reading skills preferred. With the right person, our plan is to grow position into Director of Music Ministry. Call church office 503- 657-3100 for more information, or to schedule an audition. More information about Prince of Life at www.princeoflife.org.


Seeking Bookkeeper Position Statements
Todd Sloan, Interim Treasurer at Resurrection Lutheran Church, Portland is seeking position statements regarding the work of a bookkeeper. They are in the process of reviewing the bookkeeper function and wonder if other congregations would be willing to share them? Please e-mail position descriptions to sloan9420@msn.com.

(posted until 06.13)
Preschool Teacher Aide
Gethsemane Lutheran Preschool, 11560 SE Market, Portland
September through May, mornings only, 2,3, or 5 days per week available, southeast Portland area. For further information, call Karla Hills at Gethsemane Lutheran Preschool, 503-256-1835.

Youth Director
Bethesda Lutheran Church, Eugene, Oregon
The deadline for applications is June 30, 2008.
This is a full-time position with commensurate salary and benefits. A Bachelor’s Degree, an educational background in the areas of youth and family ministry, and some experience in Christian youth ministry would enhance this person’s qualifications for this position. Contact:Shelley Pappel, Parish Administrator at bethesdalutheran@comcast.net.

Grace First Lutheran, Bend is Seeking “Davey and Goliath Camp Creation VBS” Music Resources.
They are are doing the Augsburg “Camp Creation” VBS that was put out a few years ago. Unofortunately, Augsburg does not keep resources for past VBS curriculums. Please contact Trina Grube at trina@bendbroadband.com if you have these materials.

Administrative Coordinator
Please send resume and letter of interest to: nwparishnurse@spiritone.com or mail to Northwest Parish Nurse Ministries, 2008 N. Gantenbein Ave. #1072, Portland, OR 97227. For more information call: 503-413-2585.

A Bit of Humor-Offered by Paul Amundson, Atonement, Newport
You Might be a Lutheran if…
...rather than introducing yourself to a visitor at church, you check their name out in the guestbook.

...you think a meeting isn't legitimate unless it's at least three hours long.

 
 

Other Highlights
To read the complete description of events, please visit www.oregonsynod.org/equip_support/events.htm

Please note: listings will be dated upon posting and will appear only three times. After this point events will appear on the events page at www.oregonsynod.org/equip_support/events.htm.
This publication policy does not apply to synodical and churchwide postings.


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June 11

Energy Stewardship Workshops for Congregation and Community.
“Save Your Congregation Energy and Money,”
12:00 pm- 2:30 pm
“Energy Stewardship”
6:00 pm - 8:30 p.m.
Central Lutheran Church, 1820 NE 21 st Ave., Portland
Presented by Oregon Interfaith Power and Light, a project of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon and geared to the needs of congregations, the 12 p.m. workshop will cover key principles of energy stewardship for congregations, low-cost and no-cost measures to save energy expenses, and funding energy efficiency projects for religious facilities. Topics for the evening workshop include reducing energy costs for homes and businesses, affordable renewable energy options and the ethics of energy stewardship.

Keynote speaker for both workshops is Doug Boleyn, who has over 30 years of experience in renewable energy and energy efficiency and is energy consultant for OIPL Renewable Advisory Committee.

Workshops are co-sponsored by Oregon Department of Energy and Energy Trust of Oregon. Call (503) 221-1054, ext. 203, to register. Pre-registration is recommended by June 6; however, registration will be accepted at the door. The cost is $20 per person for each workshop and $35 per person for both workshops. Discounts available to 3 or more people from the same congregation. A light lunch and materials will be provided. To download a complete brochure, go to www.emoregon.org.


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June 13
Benefit Organ Concert - Fix the Organ Fund
Faith, 4505 River Road N., Keizer
7:00 pm
Featured artists: Lauren Williams, Marshall Cuffe, Christopher Wicks, Tom Curry
An opportunity to assess Faith's heritage instrument. Free will offering and dessert and fellowship.


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August 19
Season of Service Leadership Luncheon
11:30am to 1:30pm
Grand Ballroom of the Portland Hilton.
The lunch is designed to provide an opportunity for leaders, who desire to serve and better their community, to share ideas, and network with one another. Mayor Tom Potter is already involved, as well as the mayors of Beaverton, Vancouver, Hillsboro, and Gresham. First proposed by Luis Palau and more than 450 local churches, these civic, corporate, and church leaders have all joined together with a goal of mobilizing more than 15,000 volunteers to serve the community this summer.

This significant new community building initiative, called“Season of Service”
The Season of Service will conclude with a huge celebration, Portland CityFest, at Waterfront Park on August 22-23. Portland CityFest will feature great music, good food, action sports, a family fun zone, and other activities designed to give Luis Palau an opportunity to share his message as well as challenge folks to continue serving long term.

If you are interested in The Season of Service initiative please go to: http://www.portlandcityfest.com. There is a place to register on the website. There are a lot of ways to get involved either individually, through your company or through your church. In addition to working with churches and the business community, we are also working with a number of high schools, higher education institutions, nonprofits, charitable organizations and even a young professionals group to build our community through service during this “Season of Service”.


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November 21-23
Marty Haugen and Susan Briehl Worship Workshops
Worship as a Way of Life
Sunriver Christian Fellowship, Sunriver
November 21- (1:00 pm- 4:00 pm) - Nurturing Parish Music Program
November 21 (7:00 pm - 8:30 pm) - Songfest
November 22- (9:00 am -3:00 pm) - Worship as a Way of Life
November 23 - Sunday services (call for times).

The general public is invited to both workshops as well as the songfest and Sunday service. Costs for the workshops are $25 for Friday, $40 for Saturday (includes lunch) or $55 for both workshops. The songfest on Friday evening and the Sunday service are free of charge. For more information contact Dr. Rob Person at 541-593-1183 or Bob Vogel at 541-598-0599.


 
     
 

Last Week's News

The Mission Investment Fund of the ELCA is offering a special 4.68% APY on an 18-month MissionTermSelect investment. Only new funds are eligible for this special rate; minimum investment is $2,500. Investments can be purchased by congregations and their members, synods and ELCA-related ministries. Your investment provides vital funds to help MIF make loans to ELCA ministries for building projects and land purchases. This offer is available for a limited time only. Call 877.886.3522 or visit www.missioninvestmentfund.org today to purchase an investment.


June 18 - 20
"A Christian Sense of Direction" Seminar
with Martin Marty & Peter Marty (ELCA Grace Matters)
The Center for Spiritual Development,
Trinity Epicopalian Cathedral, Portland
-Early Registration by May 25th
June 18 (1 – 4pm), June 19 ( 8:30am – 4pm) and June 20 ( 8:30am - Noon)
Cost for the Summer Seminar is $225 general, $200 clergy and $105 students, lunch on Thursday is included in the fee. Registration is available online at www.center-for-spiritual-development.org and through the Center’s office, 503-478-1218.


A three-day seminar devoted to the five senses in the Christian life. Peter W. Marty will ponder what role the human senses play for those eager to make Christian sense of their lives. Drawing on cultural realities and biblical imagery, he will discuss the difference that a keen awareness of our senses can make for living with Christ-like perspective and passion. Marty E. Marty will discuss the role of the human senses as they play out in public spheres of life. He will look at the church through the sensibilities of the world, and the world through the complex simplicity of the church.

Martin Marty is the Fairfax M. Cone Distinguished Service Professor Emeritus of the History of Modern Christianity, University of Chicago Divinity School and columnist for The Christian Century. He has written extensively on 19th century and 20th century American religion, authoring over 5,000 articles and publishing numerous books. He is a commentator and highly regarded as a Christian educator. His son, Peter Marty is host of Grace Matters, and senior pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church a 3,000 member congregation in Davenport, Iowa. This is there first joint appearance.


ELCA Synod Bishop Calls for Immigration Reform
Statement of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service and Bishop Steven Ullestad, Northeastern Iowa Synod, ELCA download PDF of statement


Journey Together Faithfully was an effort begun by the ELCA in 2001. The goal was a Social Statement on human sexuality, speaking to our church and the broader community from a Biblical/Lutheran perspective. more>

A Study Guide for the Draft Social Statement on Human Sexuality is now available online at www.elca.org/faithfuljourney

 

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July 24-26
Godly Play Accreditation Training
Episcopal Parish of St. John the Baptist
6300 SW Nicol Road, Portland, OR 97223
Starts July 24 @ 4:00 p.m. Ends @ 4:00 p.m. on July 26.

July 26
Godly Play Re-accreditation Training
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

The registration brochure for both trainings is posted on the diocesan website at www.diocese-oregon.org. For further information contact Barbara Ross, Missioner for Christian Education and Lifelong Formation, at 1-800-452-2562x111, 971-204-4111, or barbarar@diocese-oregon.org.


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AUGUST 4-10
Spirit of the Rockies - EVST395 (honors) (0 or 2 credits)
(open to University of Montana students and all other young adults)
Seven days of backpacking in the Bob Marshall wilderness with observation and discussion. Study local authors, artists, economists, historians and everyday Montanans current and past, and their spiritual connection to the Northern Rockies.
Please call John @ 406-396-4974 or email John@montanalcm.org.


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August 16
Disciple Bible Study Training in McMinnville
9:00 AM- 5:00 PM
McMinnville Cooperative Ministries, 544 NE 2nd St., McMinnville, OR 97128
Gayle Ansley, from Vancouver School of Theology in Vancouver, BC, will be coming to McMinnville Cooperative Ministries (Trinity Lutheran and McMinnville United Methodist Churches) on Saturday, to lead a Disciple Bible Study trainer’s workshop. This workshop will cover everything that a person needs to know in order to be an effective leader of a Disciple Bible Study program in their own congregation, from start to finish. Since most Disciple training events take place in the eastern part of the United States, this is a rare opportunity for us in the Pacific Northwest!

Registration for this event costs $55, which includes the cost of books, the training itself, and lunch. To register, please send payment and your contact information (including e-mail address) to: Paul Adams, c/o McMinnville Cooperative Ministries, 544 NE Second Street, McMinnville, OR 97128. Checks may be made out to McMinnville Cooperative Ministries, with “Disciple training event” in the info line. Please register by August 1st. This event is limited to 25 participants. Contact Paul with questions at 503- 883-3263 or padams@mac-coop.org .