Malachi 3:1-4, 6; Luke 3:1-6 It is the second Sunday of Advent. Tradition offers us the theme of “peace.” Then, in the scripture readings, John the Baptist shows up! From what we hear of John, he seems anything but peaceful! Malachi warned the people of his time that when this messenger shows up, he will be fearsome! He will be strong as lye soap on the skin, rough as sandpaper! “Who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears?” Now I invite you to take out that … [Read More...]
Smoothing the Rough Places
Moon By Night
Wednesday November 7, 7 pm Bell Tower Concerts presents "Moon By Night" Jazz in all its unique variations - swing, bop, funk, Brazilian, Latin, as well as tasty originals. Exemplary technical skills combined with empathetic and soulful group dynamics make every performance a distinctly memorable occasion. TICKETS AT THE DOOR $10 All proceeds benefit the maintenance and improvement of the historic building. Taborspace's Copeland Commons 5441 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR 97215 … [Read More...]
Taborspace Gala
PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY! NOVEMBER 3 TABORSPACE GALA WHEN & WHERE On November 3rd, Taborspace is hosting its annual Gala Fundraiser from 5:30-9pm in the Copeland Commons and Sanctuary! There will be a live auction, silent auctions, raffles, great food and drinks, and wonderful live music. All of this and a lot more is included in the ticket price! A few of the items being auctioned off November 3rd: 2 night getaway in Manzanita for up to 10 3 night getaway in Bend for … [Read More...]
Bell Tower Concert – October 24, 7pm
Brad Creel & the Reel Deel Hearing this band is like listening to a John Prine album while Merle Haggard is in the kitchen singing along, Gram Parsons is out on the front porch strumming the chords, and bigfoot is dancing in the front yard. Tickets are $10. All proceeds support the maintenance of our historic building. Bring your friends for this lovely mid-week, living room concert. … [Read More...]
Children’s Ministry Associate Job Opening
We are excited to become part of a new national pilot project on developing intergenerational ministry programs at our church beginning in 2019. Right now, we are looking for someone to become involved with our children and current Lead Teacher on Sunday mornings. This will involve caring for the children, interacting with their parents, planning with the Lead Teacher for stories and activities with the children, and helping to plan and participate in intergenerational activities during the 11 … [Read More...]
