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United Methodist Women
United Methodist Women is a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ, to develop a creative supportive fellowship, and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church. General meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 10:00 am with lunch following. Bring a sack lunch, dessert and beverage are provided. You are invited to come at 9:30 am for coffee and fellowship. In addition to the monthly general meeting, the women also meet monthly in small guilds or subgroups. Each group welcomes any women who are interested to join them for fellowship, study and support
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry is a program of our congregation that equips members to provide distinctly Christian care to those experiencing various difficulties in their life. Grounded in Jesus' command to love one another, it is based on the belief that caring for each other is an intended way of life for followers of Jesus Christ. Stephen Ministry helps meet the needs of individuals who are hospitalized, seriously ill or disabled, facing loss of any kind, in life transition, in a job crisis, experiencing a broken relationship, homebound, in a spiritual crisis, or looking for a caring Christian friend. To receive the services of a Stephen Minister contact Rev. Tom Foster.
Reconciling Ministries
As a Reconciling Congregation, First Church has pledged to welcome and support all who want to worship with us regardless of race, gender, class or sexual orientation. This area of the church is committed to continually seek ways for our congregation to be more inclusive. One of our activities it to walk in the Portland Gay Pride Parade. Reconciling Ministries meets monthly and all people are welcome to attend.
The Shovel and Rake Gang
The Shovel and Rake Gang is a group of people who assume responsibility for landscaping and caring for the building and grounds of our entire campus. This group has met weekly for many years to plant trees and flowers, to fertilize, water, mow, edge and to prepare the sanctuary for the following Sunday worship, all the while keeping the building in good repair. The group meets each Thursday from 8:00 am to noon, breaking at 10:00 am for cake and coffee. New members are always welcome.
Fellowship Opportuniites
First Church strives to offer a variety of opportunities for fellowship, service, and recreation. If you desire more information about of the following groups, contact the church office at 503/228-3195 or e-mail us at: office@fumcpdx.org. Some of our fellowship groups include:
United Methodist Hikers
This group plans a number of interesting and beautiful hikes in the area.
R+ Friends
R+ Friends is a fellowship of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered persons and other people who are reconciling-minded, who meet occasionally for potluck suppers and discussions. This group goes out for lunch on the third Sunday of each month.
Breaking Bread Supper Clubs
Breaking Bread Supper Clubs meet for dinner and fellowship in neighborhood groupings once each month during the Spring and again in the Fall.
The Parker Group
The Parker Group is a fellowship of seniors that meet each month on a Saturday for a potluck lunch and program.
Food and Friends
Food and Friends is a group of people who enjoy sampling various restaurants in the Portland metro area. Child care is available.
Bridge
First Church bridge players meet each Tuesday at 11:00 AM in Room 202.
Single Adults
First Church has a newly begun social group for single adults of all ages. It hosts potlucks and social events and has participants from other local United Methodist Churches. For current activities check our current Program Guide
Year Round Camp and Retreat Opportunities
Through First Church and the Oregon/Idaho Camp and Retreat Ministries, you can participate in a wide variety of camp and retreat opportunities for all ages throughout the year. Camps are located throughout Oregon and Idaho. For more details, or to register, go to www.gocamping.org
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