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by Jennifer Brownell (editor note: In the April issue of On the Way, my lead article was titled “Which Side of the Grave?” You can read the April 7th article here: http://cpcucc.org/blog. I talked about the Center for Progressive Renewal, and the difference between resuscitation and resurrection, as it relates to church vitality. Jennifer saw Continue reading this article Keeping the Conversation Going . . . Sign Up Now!! How do we share news about the Central Pacific Conference? In 2006, 2,589 local church members across the CPC were opening their mailboxes each month to grab a copy of the national UCC newspaper, with a dedicated insert for our Conference. This mailing list was built up over years of publication. The Continue reading this article Communication in the Central Pacific Conference (Reflections by Conference Minister, Walter John Boris) September 20, 2011 * Revised March 7, 2012 In the January 2012 issue of On the Way, I shared my reflections on the “essential functions” of the CPC. Below, you’ll find a revised version. The term essential functions” has been part of the conversations between Conference Ministers and Continue reading this article Essential Functions of the Central Pacific Conference 
May 18th & 19th Hillsdale Community UCC Take a trip around the world at the 2012 Central Pacific Conference Spring Assembly on May 18-19 at Hillsdale UCC in SW Portland. In addition to voting for new officers at a brief business meeting, the assembly will include opportunities for service (we’ll be assembling hygiene kits, Continue reading this article Global Missions at Spring Assembly The online registration for summer camp 2012 for Camp Adams is now open and live at www.campadams.org Report to the Board Conference Minister, Walter John Boris * March 10, 2012 The Board of Directors of the Central Pacific Conference asked me to present my vision for the work of the CPC in the coming year. I presented the following document, in the context of the Essential Functions conversation. This document will now Continue reading this article CM Vision for the CPC 2012-2013 
The Central Pacific Conference needs your help during this Pride season. Volunteers are needed to staff the UCC booth (D-9) at the Portland Pride Festival at Waterfront Park. The booth area is open June 16 and 17 (Saturday and Sunday) from noon to 6 PM. It is a fun way to Continue reading this article Gay Pride 2012 is Coming: Be Part of the UCC Presence “The United Church of Christ Musicians National Network (UCCMNN) will be holding their 2012 biennial conference “Renew, Refresh, Re-imagine” from June 22-25, 2012 at the Country Club Congregational Church in Kansas City, Missouri. This event is for musicians, pastors, liturgical artists, worship planners, and anyone interested in the worship life of Continue reading this article UCC Musicians National Network Conference Thursday, May 17, 2012 9:00am-4:00pm Forest Grove United Church of Christ 2032 College Way Forest Grove, OR 97116 Please complete this registration form and return by May 7, 2012 to: Central Pacific Conference,UCC 0245 SW Bancroft St., Suite E Portland, OR 97239 REGISTRATION FORM NAME____________________________________________________________ ADDRESS_________________________________________________________ CITY_____________________________STATE____________ZIP__________ TELEPHONE_______________________E-MAIL_______________________ Lunch is provided, please indicate the following Continue reading this article BOUNDARIES TRAINING WORKSHOP Our 2012 grant cycle is open until July 31, 2012. The Justice and Witness Ministry Team can provide modest funding to local churches, groups or individuals in support of activities that advance the local church or Conference involvement in justice and witness issues. The grant application can be downloaded from the Conference website at: Continue reading this article Justice & Witness Ministry Team Grants 
Two years ago in June, the 2030 Clergy Network hosted our first-ever “Shepherding the Shepherd” conference for clergy in their 20s and 30s in the United Church of Christ. Our hope was to have 75 clergy in attendance, and we were thrilled when over 90 people participated! The demand for Continue reading this article UCC 2030 Clergy Network “Shepherding the Shepherd” Carolyn Rowland, wife of Rev. Donald Rowland passed away April 18, 2012 after a long battle with cancer. Prior to her illness, Carolyn was a dynamic person who carried out the vocation of “pastor’s wife” with loving care and vitality. A memorial service will be held for Carolyn at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Portland, on Saturday Continue reading this article Holding in Prayer 
Camp Adams has access to camperships this year from the Sarah Bishop Memorial Fund. This is a dedicated fund, only for Camp Adams. We are able to offer a 1/3 campership to campers who are in NEED, funds are limited. If a camper needs a campership please print and complete this form. Mail or Continue reading this article CAMP ADAMS CAMPERSHIP FUND 
First Cong. Corvallis has called Jen Butler as their new Associate Minister. Jen served as a Seminary Intern while completing her seminary education at George Fox Theological Seminary. While in Seminary, Jen has also worked as a Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant and is currently an Adjunct Faculty member at George Fox, teaching courses Continue reading this article Jen Butler Called to First Congregational – Corvallis 
Rev. Geoffrey Black, General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ, will be the guest preacher on Sunday, May 13 (Mothers’ Day), at Ainsworth UCC, Portland, OR. A little about Rev. Black… The Rev. Geoffrey A. Black was elected General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ Continue reading this article UCC President is Mothers Day Guest Preacher at Ainsworth UCC David Schoen, Congregational Vitality and Discipleship The most recent Faith Communities Today report is FACTs on Worship:2010, looking at the trends across all the denominations and congregations involved. It was written by our own FACT Research Consultant, Dr. Marjorie Royle. Thank you, Marge! Here are some highlights from what Marge reports. “All in Continue reading this article FACTs on Worship:2010 
UCC leaders present vision plan at Annual Consultation Written by Barb Powell and Jeff Woodard * April 23, 2012 More than 150 attendees including conference ministers, local church pastors and national staff gathered April 16-17 as the United Church of Christ’s Collegium of Officers presented its vision plan for the national settings –– including Continue reading this article United Church News |
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