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Fall Launch & Potluck
It’s an annual tradition at Pearl to take an early Sunday in September to cast vision for the year ahead. On this special day we’ll begin in Ecotrust’s conference room at our usual Sunday service time, 10am. However, rather than offering our usual service, our ministry leaders and pastors will share vision for the year ahead, and how you can get connected as part of the Pearl family. Everyone will have a chance to learn more about our ministry offerings and sign up to get involved.
After this we’ll head up to the rooftop terrace for a yummy potluck lunch! We'll provide the mains with options for vegetarians and vegans; please consider contributing a side, salad, or dessert (please, no Crock-Pots or other plug-in needs for food containers). Sign up to bring something below, or at church on Sunday!
Connecting Night @ Lucky Lab
Come out for a causal meet-up with others from Pearl Church at Lucky Labrador Brewing Co.! Grab a slice of pizza and a beverage, and join us for games, conversation, and connection. This is a great way to meet others at Pearl Church! Kids are welcome, too.
Questions? Contact Ben Conachan.
Welcoming Newcomers
If you're new(er) to Pearl, you're invited to a casual reception following Sunday’s service where you'll have an opportunity to meet some of Pearl’s core members, ministry leaders, home group leaders, oversight team, and staff. We would love to meet and warmly welcome you to our Pearl community. You’re invited to pop in after our service for light refreshments and casual conversation.
Membership Class
Membership is for those who appreciate Pearl’s work and desire to more deeply participate. The purpose of membership is to encourage an active engagement between Pearl Church and those who call Pearl “Home.” Membership benefits include an Annual Members’ Meeting, Monthly Updates from the Oversight Team, and intentional engagement regarding the direction of the church. Whether or not you’re interested in membership, the Membership Class is an opportunity to meet with a pastor to hear all about the ins and outs of Pearl Church. Ever wonder about Pearl’s story? Curious about our values? Interested in learning about our dreams for the future? Consider attending the upcoming Membership Class to hear more and to ask any questions that you may have.
We are happy to arrange childcare for this event, with at least three day's notice. You can request childcare while registering.
Learn More About Pearl
Church Office
Are you new to Pearl Church? Join with Pastor Mike for a brief conversation about all things Pearl! We’ll discuss Pearl’s rhythms and values, as well as any questions or interests that you have. Questions? Please contact Pastor Mike.
Connecting Night @ Macleay Park
Come join others from Pearl for an informal summer evening enjoying Macleay Park in Northwest! Bring a park blanket, snacks, kids and dogs for a causal meet-up. There are some beautiful short trails to explore as well. This is a great way to meet others at Pearl Church or catch up with home group members after a long summer break. We'll be there between 6pm and 8pm. Questions? Contact Pastor Ben.
Membership Class
Membership is for those who appreciate Pearl’s work and desire to more deeply participate. The purpose of membership is to encourage an active engagement between Pearl Church and those who call Pearl “Home.” Membership benefits include an Annual Members’ Meeting, Monthly Updates from the Oversight Team, and intentional engagement regarding the direction of the church. Whether or not you’re interested in membership, the Membership Class is an opportunity to meet with a pastor to hear all about the ins and outs of Pearl Church. Ever wonder about Pearl’s story? Curious about our values? Interested in learning about our dreams for the future? Consider attending the upcoming Membership Class to hear more and to ask any questions that you may have.
We are happy to arrange childcare for this event, with at least three day's notice. You can request childcare while registering.
Learn More About Pearl
Church Office
Are you new to Pearl Church? Join with Pastor Ben for a brief conversation about all things Pearl! We’ll discuss Pearl’s rhythms and values, as well as any questions or interests that you have. Questions? Please contact Pastor Ben.
Portland Pride Parade
You belong at our table. And marching with us in Pride is a powerful way to show someone else they do too.
On July 19, Pearl is walking in the Portland Pride Parade—and we want you with us. Whether you're queer, straight, somewhere in between, or still figuring it out, there's a place for you in our group. Come march as yourself, fully.
Somewhere along that parade route, someone is standing on the sidewalk who has written off the church—likely because the church wrote them off first. When they see us, something shifts. They get to see a Christian community that welcomes them fully. A few of them found their way to Pearl because of that moment. You get to be part of that.
The parade runs 11am–2pm. We're about halfway through the lineup, so you'll have plenty of time to attend service with us first and head over after.
RSVP and we'll send you everything you need to know.
Hiking Group at Falls Creek Loop
It's time for another beautiful hike—everyone is welcome to join! This is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and get to know others at Pearl Church. We'll enjoy some waterfalls at Falls Creek Falls. This hike is located in Washington about 1.5 hr from Portland. This is a lovely 4.5 mile trail with 820 feet of elevation in the Gifford Pinchot Natl Forest. We will hike along Falls Creek in a lush forest to see a triple tier magnificent waterfall. After a nice lunch/snack break at the waterfall, we return on a loop to see a different section of the forest. The trail has a short climb to the loop section so be sure to wear good shoes and bring hiking poles if you have them.
We will meet at the Gateway Transit center at 8:30 am and carpool from there. This is a good spot for those who use public transit and has a large parking garage for those who will leave their car to carpool with others. The last few miles to the trail is a rugged forest road known to have large potholes. If you will be a driver, I would suggest driving a larger vehicle, mid-SUV probably.
Please be sure to bring water, snacks and lunch. I expect the duration of this day, including driving time will be 8:30 am - 3:00 pm.
Here is a link to the trail on AllTrails:
Falls Creek Lower Falls Loop on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/falls-creek-lower-falls-loop?sh=cx3wlm&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality
Welcoming Newcomers (CANCELLED)
This event has been cancelled.
Many newcomers have found Pearl over the past several months and we’d like to say, “Hello” and “Welcome!” If you're new(er) to Pearl, you're invited to a casual reception at Irving Park, where you'll have an opportunity to meet members of our pastoral staff, oversight team, and leadership team. We would love to meet and warmly welcome you to our Pearl community.
We will be at Picnic Area A, close to NE 7th and by the tennis courts. You’re invited to drop by anytime between 6:00 and 7:300pm for drinks, refreshments and casual conversation. Please RSVP if you plan to join us! Questions? Contact Pastor Ben.
Learn More About Pearl
Church Office
Are you new to Pearl Church? Join with Pastor Mike for a brief conversation about all things Pearl! We’ll discuss Pearl’s rhythms and values, as well as any questions or interests that you have. Questions? Please contact Pastor Mike.
End of School Year Celebration
Our kids and youth have worked hard and completed another year of school—time to celebrate! During the service we’ll get a chance to cheer for our kids and celebrate their milestones, and afterward there will be a party on the third floor terrace with frozen treats and snacks for all! Everyone is welcome to join us.
Wine Tasting Night
Come join us at the home of Valinda and Paul Harlan in Vancouver for an evening of conversation and connection while tasting wines! You are invited to bring a bottle under $20 to share; we will have a blind tasting and see which wines are our favorites. Snacks will be provided.
LGBTQIA+ Trivia Night!
Pearl Church LGBTQIA+ community, come join us for a fun evening of trivia at Steeplejack Brewing! We've got a private room reserved, so it'll be a cozy, low-key night with good people and fun questions. Drinks and food will be available for purchase.
Whether you're a trivia buff or just here to have a good time, all are welcome — especially newcomers! This is a laid-back, no-pressure way to connect with others in the community and make some new friends. Questions? Contact Ben Conachan.
Learn More About Pearl
Church Office
Are you new to Pearl Church? Join with Pastor Mike for a brief conversation about all things Pearl! We’ll discuss Pearl’s rhythms and values, as well as any questions or interests that you have. Questions? Please contact Pastor Mike.
Community Sunday Connection
The second Sunday of each month is Community Sunday. You’re invited to stay a bit after first service, or come early for second service (around 10am), for a chance to connect with others at Pearl who attend the other service! Coffee and treats will be provided.
Membership Class
Membership is for those who appreciate Pearl’s work and desire to more deeply participate. The purpose of membership is to encourage an active engagement between Pearl Church and those who call Pearl “Home.” Membership benefits include an Annual Members’ Meeting, Monthly Updates from the Oversight Team, and intentional engagement regarding the direction of the church. Whether or not you’re interested in membership, the Membership Class is an opportunity to meet with a pastor to hear all about the ins and outs of Pearl Church. Ever wonder about Pearl’s story? Curious about our values? Interested in learning about our dreams for the future? Consider attending the upcoming Membership Class to hear more and to ask any questions that you may have.
We are happy to arrange childcare for this event, with at least three day's notice. You can request childcare while registering.
Welcoming Newcomers
If you're new(er) to Pearl, you're invited to a casual reception following Sunday’s service where you'll have an opportunity to meet some of Pearl’s core members, ministry leaders, home group leaders, oversight team, and staff. We would love to meet and warmly welcome you to our Pearl community. You’re invited to pop in after our second service for light refreshments and casual conversation.
Visioning Listening Sessions
The Oversight Team is working on a three-year vision and wants to hear from you! A few months ago, a visioning questionnaire was sent to our members and home group participants to get their thoughts on all things Pearl. This was followed up by members of the Oversight Team visiting Home Groups to share what was heard and to ask more questions. If you consider Pearl home but aren’t in a Home Group or missed Home Group on the night members from the Oversight Team visited, we’d love for you to attend one of our upcoming Visioning Listening Sessions!
Hiking Group: Memaloose Hills Trail
This event is full.
Come join us as we hike the Memaloose Hills Trail in Mosier, OR. This is a great way to get to know others at Pearl and enjoy the outdoors! Mosier is about 1 hr and 10 minutes outside of Portland, just past Hood River. This trail is about 3.5 miles, with 600 feet elevation gain. It has two medium hills to climb, which are covered in wildflowers, balsam root and lupine. There are great views of the Columbia River, Mt Hood, and a glimpse of Mt Adams.
Rachel McCown will be coordinating this hike. We will meet at the Gateway Transit Center at 9am and carpool from there. Please bring water, snacks and/or lunch for yourself. Long pants are suggested because poison oak and ticks are common at this time of year.
Community Sunday Connection
The second Sunday of each month is Community Sunday. You’re invited to stay a bit after first service, or come early for second service (around 10am), for a chance to connect with others at Pearl who attend the other service! Coffee and treats will be provided.
Visioning Listening Sessions
The Oversight Team is working on a three-year vision and wants to hear from you! A few months ago, a visioning questionnaire was sent to our members and home group participants to get their thoughts on all things Pearl. This was followed up by members of the Oversight Team visiting Home Groups to share what was heard and to ask more questions. If you consider Pearl home but aren’t in a Home Group or missed Home Group on the night members from the Oversight Team visited, we’d love for you to attend one of our upcoming Visioning Listening Sessions!
Easter Choir Rehearsals
Do you enjoy singing? Come lend your voice in our Easter Choir. Rehearsals will be held Mar 22 and Mar 29 from 11:45 - 1:00. Attendance at both rehearsals is strongly encouraged; attendance at one rehearsal is required. Those with choral singing experience are welcome to sign up for a specific section (i.e. soprano, alto, tenor, or bass).
No choral experience? No problem! You can sign up to sing in the melody section, or for extra guidance, we are offering a special "Introduction to Choral Singing" event on Tuesday night, Mar 17 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.
The choir will be singing on Easter Sunday, April 5 at both the 9:00am and 10:30pm services. To sign up, please contact Brian Cheney at brianc@pearlchurch.org.
Easter Choir Rehearsals
Do you enjoy singing? Come lend your voice in our Easter Choir. Rehearsals will be held Mar 22 and Mar 29 from 11:45 - 1:00. Attendance at both rehearsals is strongly encouraged; attendance at one rehearsal is required. Those with choral singing experience are welcome to sign up for a specific section (i.e. soprano, alto, tenor, or bass).
No choral experience? No problem! You can sign up to sing in the melody section, or for extra guidance, we are offering a special "Introduction to Choral Singing" event on Tuesday night, Mar 17 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.
The choir will be singing on Easter Sunday, April 5 at both the 9:00am and 10:30pm services. To sign up, please contact Brian Cheney at brianc@pearlchurch.org.
Introduction to Choral Singing
Do you enjoy singing? Come lend your voice in our Easter Choir. Rehearsals will be held Mar 22 and Mar 29 from 11:45 - 1:00. Attendance at both rehearsals is strongly encouraged; attendance at one rehearsal is required. Those with choral singing experience are welcome to sign up for a specific section (i.e. soprano, alto, tenor, or bass).
No choral experience? No problem! You can sign up to sing in the melody section, or for extra guidance, we are offering a special "Introduction to Choral Singing" event on Tuesday night, Mar 17 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.
The choir will be singing on Easter Sunday, April 5 at both the 9:00am and 10:30pm services. To sign up, please contact Brian Cheney at brianc@pearlchurch.org.
Book Discussion: The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, by Lisa Damour
Do you have teenagers or will you eventually have teenagers? This book discussion is for you! The Emotional Lives of Teenagers is a guide for parents to understand and support their teenagers' emotional development, addressing common challenges and providing practical strategies for building a strong and supportive relationship during adolescence.
Church Potluck: Pre-Lent Brunch & ONE Service
One service at 10:00am, potluck to follow
Join us on February 15, the Sunday before Lent begins, for our next all-church potluck! The theme this time is everyone’s favorite—BRUNCH! We will have one church service at 10:00am, all together. (Kids and youth will start the service in their programs to make more room to seat all our adults.) Then, following the service we’ll flip the room for our potluck! Everyone is welcome to join us and encouraged to bring a brunch-themed dish to share. You can sign up in the church lobby after services, or you can email bethf@pearlchurch.org to let us know you’re planning to join and what you'd like to bring.
Questions? Contact Beth Fry.
Membership Class
Membership is for those who appreciate Pearl’s work and desire to more deeply participate. The purpose of membership is to encourage an active engagement between Pearl Church and those who call Pearl “Home.” Membership benefits include an Annual Members’ Meeting, Monthly Updates from the Oversight Team, and intentional engagement regarding the direction of the church. Whether or not you’re interested in membership, the Membership Class is an opportunity to meet with a pastor to hear all about the ins and outs of Pearl Church. Ever wonder about Pearl’s story? Curious about our values? Interested in learning about our dreams for the future? Consider attending the upcoming Membership Class to hear more and to ask any questions that you may have.
We are happy to arrange childcare for this event, with at least three day's notice. You can request childcare while registering.
Welcoming Newcomers
If you're new(er) to Pearl, you're invited to a casual reception following Sunday’s service where you'll have an opportunity to meet some of Pearl’s core members, ministry leaders, home group leaders, oversight team, and staff. We would love to meet and warmly welcome you to our Pearl community. You’re invited to pop in between our two services (starting about 10:00) for light refreshments and casual conversation.
Community Sunday Connection
The second Sunday of each month is Community Sunday. You’re invited to stay a bit after first service, or come early for second service (around 10am), for a chance to connect with others at Pearl who attend the other service! Coffee and treats will be provided.
Christmas Eve Services
Two Services: 5:00 & 6:30pm
Everyone is invited to join in the celebration on Christmas Eve! We’ll sing Christmas songs and read Christmas stories and listen to a Christmas homily about Divine Light shining in the darkness. We’ll light Christmas candles as a reminder that light truly does cast out all that is dark. Consider inviting family and friends to this special service. Please note: both services will be identical. The only difference is that the 5pm service will be the only service with toddler, preschool, and elementary offerings.
Christmas Eve Choir Rehearsals
Do you enjoy singing? Come lend your voice in our Christmas Eve Choir. No audition necessary. All are welcome to join. Rehearsals will be held Dec 14 and Dec 21 from 11:45 - 1:00. Attendance at both rehearsals is strongly encouraged; attendance at one rehearsal is required. The choir will be singing on Wednesday, December 24 at both the 5:00pm and 6:30pm Christmas Eve Services. To sign up, please contact Brian Cheney at brianc@pearlchurch.org.
Educational Evening: the Joyful Mysteries
As Christmas nears, you’re invited to ponder the Rosary's Joyful Mysteries, which celebrate Jesus’ birth and early years of life. Following a brief orientation to the Rosary, we'll take time to appreciate the angelic annunciation, Mary’s visitation to Elizabeth, the nativity, the presentation of Jesus in the temple, and the finding of Jesus in the temple—which will provide a backdrop for our contemplation of what God is inviting us to birth into the world, in this season of our lives. Bring along your own Rosary. If needed, simple rosaries will be provided.
Questions? Please contact Pastor Mike Roth.