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May 30
Updated Information - It's Not Too Late to Register For This Event!
Worship Formation Event
Red Lion on the River, Jantzen Beach, Portland


What is the "Worship Formation Event" about?
Members of the Oregon Synod have the opportunity to engage in conversations about worship and to help shape materials to be available for all synods across the ELCA.


Two members of the ELCA worship staff, Jennifer Ollikainen and Scott Weidler, will be present on Friday morning, each leading a session on the topics described below. Participants will be asked to offer their feedback, which will help the worship staff revise the materials to make them as useful as possible

 

The conversations are:
Evangelical Lutheran Worship: Scripture shapes the assembly
(Presenter: Rev. Jennifer Ollikainen)
The Bible shapes our patterns and actions in worship and draws us into God’s saving story. The Book of Faith initiative sets the stage to explore the biblical foundations of worship and reflect on how the public proclamation of scripture brings the book of faith alive in the assembly. (Presenter: Rev. Jennifer Ollikainen)

 

Evangelical Lutheran Worship: A deeper look
(Presenter: Scott Weidler)
Following the introduction of our church’s new worship book, many are asking for another opportunity to explore more deeply some of the theological, pastoral, and practical matters that are shaping liturgical resources at this time, especially as experienced in Evangelical Lutheran Worship.

Please note: Although music does play a role in this liturgical conversation, participants in this workshop will not be focusing on music repertoire or leadership skills. Also note that lunches purchases are no longer available.
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World Hunger and Assembly Quilts
Congregations are invited once again to bring to this year's Synod Assembly a handmade quilt for the ELCA World Hunger Appeal silent auction.   These works of art raised over $8000 last year to alleviate hunger throughout the world.  In lieu of purchasing a quilt, you are encourage to bring an offering with checks made payable to the Oregon Synod.  Please make sure to mark your donations in the memo line of your check for "World Hunger Appeal."

Designated Offerings at the Assembly
This year's Oregon Synod Assembly Offering will be split 50/50 between World Hunger Appeal and Lutheran Disaster Response NW.  You are encouraged to bring your congregation's offering with checks made payable to the Oregon Synod.  If you prefer to designate your entire offering towards one organization, please make sure to write  "For the Disaster Response in Oregon and/or Washington" or "World Hunger Appeal" in the memo line of your checks.

2008 Oregon Lutheran Youth Organization Convo
Youth Convo happens concurrently with the Oregon Synod Assembly. It is a great opportunity to come together with youth from around the state for fun and fellowship. We will be participating in round table discussions and meeting with Bishop Dave. We’ll be doing leadership development and electing next year’s OLYO Board officers. We will also have plenty of time for games and other fun activities.
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| Registration Forms | Officers Application | Officers Descriptions|

Looking for More Assembly Information?
Information can be found online at www.oregonsynod.org/08assembly/index.htm.

Nominations at the Assembly
Please visit www.oregonsynod.org/08assembly/nominate08.htm
for nomination forms. Questions or further nominations may be addressed to Rev. David Paulson, Nominations Chairman, at <revrn72@comcast.net>, or telephone: w: 541-343-0415, h: 541-607-1726.

 

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.

Contact: Congregational Resource Coordinator, Deb Mantey at resources@oregonsynod.org.


Archbishop of Myanmar Issues Statement http://www.aco.org/acns/news.cfm/2008/5/19/ACNS4406

 

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


Deadline for Applications June 3, 2008
Office Assistant
Oregon Synod, ELCA
Apply Now

Make a difference in the Oregon Synod! Come enjoy a great working environment and excellent benefits working with a professional team who are committed to witness and service. The person selected for this position will support, enhance and enrich the ministries of the Oregon Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA.)


RESPONSIBILITIES

This position includes public relations and the ability to connect with people on many levels. The person in this position is the first contact and will provide hospitality and have the ability to use judgment and assessment of need to determine where to direct persons and phone calls.

• Greet and welcome visitors to the Oregon Synod Office
• General office support
• Office support at annual Oregon Synod Assembly
• Receive and administer communications
• Basic office procedures including filing, copying, printing and email
• Other duties as assigned


Accountable to Bishop or designee


QUALIFICATIONS

Warm personality
Friendly, positive attitude
Ability to work cooperatively in team environment
Ability to work with volunteers
Capable of lifting up to 30 pounds
Effective communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Maintain confidentiality
Support the ministry of the Oregon Synod, ELCA

Hours: .8 FTE (Currently Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)
Compensation: Salary, pension, vacation, continuing education, all commensurate with experience and will be pro-rated. Full medical benefits provided.


Skill Requirements
• Greet and welcome visitors to the Oregon Synod Office
• General office support
o Phone
o Reception
• Office support at annual Oregon Synod Assembly
o Set up, copying, printing materials for staff and voting members
• Receive and administer communications
• Basic office procedures including filing, copying, printing and email
• Other duties as assigned

Warm personality
Friendly, positive attitude
Ability to work cooperatively in team environment
Ability to work with volunteers
Capable of lifting up to 30 pounds
Effective communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Maintain confidentiality
Support the ministry of the Oregon Synod, ELCA


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.


 
 

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.

 

A farewell party and celebration of five years of faithful service for Fr. Neil Moore was held on May 31 at Mission of Atonement, Beaverton.


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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 .

  
     
 

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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May 29
Congregations challenge each other to reduce carbon footprints
2 Workshops offer tools to save energy and money
—for congregations (12 to 2:30 p.m.)
—for households (6 to 8:30 p.m.)
Hood River Valley Christian Church, 975 Indian Valley Road, Hood River
The workshops are sponsored by OIPL, a program of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon, Oregon Department of Energy and Energy Trust of Oregon.
Registration will be accepted at the door. Cost is $15 per workshop or $25 for both workshops. Youth are free. A light meal and materials are included. Scholarships available. For discounts available to groups from a single congregation, call 503- 221-1054. To download a complete brochure, go to www.emoregon.org.


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Register by June 1st
July 3-6
Hearts on Fire
The Biennial Assembly of Lutherans Concerned  and North American Reconciling in Christ Conference
People of all sexual orientations and gender identities are invited to assemble with members of Reconciling in Christ and prospective RIC congregations at San Francisco State University July 3–6 under the theme, Hearts on Fire.
For more information >

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June 22
Gospel & Country Singers/Musicians
Luther Memorial Church, 4800 NE 72nd, Portland
5:00 PM
Ice Cream Social will follow. Benefit to support the Northeast Emergency Food and Clothing Center.


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July 18-19
Augsburg Fortress Summer 2008 Music Clinics
Trinity Lutheran Church, 6215 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036
Directions
Visit augsburgfortress.org/musicclinics to register online.

 

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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.