CPC Blog

Justice Action Saturday at the Annual Gathering
Our Justice Action from 1:30-3:30 on Saturday afternoon at the Annual Gathering will nurture our journey of transformation, touching on 4 areas of our work.

Annual Gathering Sunday Morning Worship Livestream from First UCC in Salem
Join us remotely for worship on Sunday morning as we wrap up the 2023 Annual Gathering on the First UCC Salem Livestream!

A Special Ecumenical Opportunity Following the Annual Gathering
Sena Norton is being ordained at St. Mark Lutheran (next door to First Congregational UCC Salem) at 1pm on Sunday, September 24th (following the CPC Annual Gathering).

This is the Week!
Siblings, we gather THIS WEEKEND in Salem to be still, worship, pray, connect, do the work, and go!

Documents and Resources for the 2023 Annual Gathering
All general resources, resolutions, and reports for the 2023 Annual Gathering can be found on the Annual Gathering Resource page.
Check back often as documents are added and updated leading up to the gathering!

Childcare for the 2023 Annual Gathering!
Childcare is available for children 5th grade and younger on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday morning at First Congregational UCC Salem if requested by Sept. 15.

2023 JUSTICE SUMMIT - TRANS AND NONBINARY BELONGING IN THE CHURCH
The CPC is a cosponsor of this event, because Tyler is a speaker, so all CPC members get to register at a discounted rate, and organizers are committed to making this event an excellent experience for online attendees.

Registration is now open for the 2023 CPC Annual Gathering!
Be Still and Go - CPC Annual Gathering 2023
September 22-24, 2023
First Congregational UCC 700 Marion Street NE
Salem, OR 97301

We need to keep the beat going! - Friends of the Conference Appeal
Just like that drum circle, when the music wanes we need that steady drumbeat, so we will have the container to imagine and improvise together and swell the music again.

Bs Still and Go - 2023 Annual Gathering Call Letter
Registration opens for Be Still and Go - The 2023 Annual Gathering of the Central Pacific Conference of the UCC on August 25!

URGENT Camp Adams Volunteer Needs!
Camp Adams needs kitchen volunteers on Monday and Tuesday and Saturday volunteers to help with cleaning and grounds upkeep. Please call or text June Boutwell, Camp Manager at 503-718-1145 or email at campadamsed@cpcucc.org.

The CPC at Portland Pride THIS Weekend!
The CPC has had a long-held tradition of participating in Portland Pride weekend to show our LGBTQIA+ siblings and their allies that God loves them and we do too! It’s a wonderful opportunity to take our Open and Affirming “light” out from under a bushel and shine it widely. Plus, everyone is so friendly and welcoming. It is such a great time!

QUESTIONS ABOUT SUMMER CAMP?
Summer camp directors and the camp manager will be available by Zoom to answer any questions you may have about summer camp.

Camp Adams Workday THIS SATURDAY: June 3
Looks like it's going to be mid-high 70's with little to no precipitation and plenty of sun. Come have fun in the sun at Camp Adams!

Camp Adams Workday THIS SATURDAY: June 3
Help us get our camps ready for summer. Your help is needed!

Employment Opportunities at Camp Adams
There are a number of positions that need to be filled to make camp a success this year!

READY, SET, GO WORKDAY at Camp Adams
READY, SET, GO WORKDAY, June 3, 2023 - All are invited to come to Camp Adams on June 3 for our Ready, Set, Go Workday!

Register for Summer Camp at Camp Adams
It’s not too late to register for summer camp!

Meet the new Camp Adams Facilities Manager - Alaquinte MoonFeather
Camp Adams is pleased to welcome Alaquinte MoonFeather as our new facilities manager.

2023 Justice Summit - Trans and Nonbinary Belonging in the Church
This is an in-person/online hybrid event, including a workshop with Central Pacific Conference, United Church of Christ Conference Minister, Rev. Tyler Connoley:

Downtown Portland & WyEast/Mt. Hood - Image by Tyler Connoley