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Pearl Church
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An open and affirming, inclusive and progressive community in Portland, OR. Join us Sundays at 9:00am & 10:30am.

721 NW 9th Ave, 2nd Floor, Portland, Oregon 97209
www.pearlchurch.org
Pride Parade—Sunday, July 20, 11am
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March with us in the Portland Pride Parade! All are welcome, both our LGBTQIA+ family and straight allies. Everyone is welcome as we celebrate that every part of us is welcome at our Common Table.
July 9, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Our youth are off to summer camp! They'll join youth from Cascade Church, Wayside Friends and North Valley Friends for an affirming, inclusive camp experience. A big round of thanks goes to Kylie Marble, the youth volunteers and leaders for helping make this happen for our youth!
July 7, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Welcoming Newcomers @ Irving Park—Sat, July 12, 6:00pm
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If you're new(er) to Pearl, you're invited to a casual reception at Irving Park. We would love to meet and welcome you to our community. Drop by between 6:00 and 8:00pm. Please RSVP if you plan to join us!
July 3, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We're at one service at 10:00am for the summer, beginning this Sunday, June 8. Kids and youth programs will be offered during the service.
June 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
We're at one service at 10:00am for the summer, beginning this Sunday, June 8. Kids and youth programs will be offered during the service.
June 4, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Hiking Group @ Tryon Creek—Sat, June 21, 9am
Tryon Creek State Natural Area
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Everyone is welcome to join us for a hike exploring Tryon Creek! The hike will be moderate, with some elevation gain, but accessible to most hikers. Please RSVP if you plan to join us!
June 2, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Youth Board Games
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Sunday, May 18, 11:45 AM
Pearl Youth, Join us after the second service for board game central! We'll have all the classics - Bananagrams, Telestrations, Sushi Go, Catchphrase, Taboo... Bring a sense of adventure and we'll provide pizza and games!
May 13, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Happy Easter!
April 20, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Community Sunday Connection
Sunday, April 13, 10am
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, for a chance to connect with others at Pearl who attend the other service! Coffee and treats will be provided.
April 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Poetry Night
Friday, April 11, 7:00pm
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Join us for an evening of sharing our favorite poems. We'll have time to share why each poem is meaningful to us, and discussion. Drinks and light snacks provided.
Please RSVP—Space is limited to 12 participants.
March 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Our Relationships with Devices
Weds April 2, 7:00pm
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We’re thrilled to have Dr. Doreen Dodgen-Magee to help us wisely navigate our use of devices. Doreen is a psychologist, speaker, and author of Deviced!
You can request childcare while registering.
March 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
March 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Youth N64 Tournament
Sunday, March 23, 11:45am
Pearl Youth—Join us for a wonderful and rowdy N64 tournament directly following the second service. We'll provide lunch from Hot Lips pizza. Please RSVP if so we know how much pizza to get! Questions? Contact Kylie Marble (kyliem@pearlchurch.org)
March 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ash Wednesday Service
March 5, 7:00pm
Everyone is invited to join us for this quiet, meditative Ash Wednesday service, which inaugurates the Season of Lent by the imposition of ashes, in the form of a cross. We ponder the invitation of Divine Love to return home, and to seek restoration.
February 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Catechesis Class
Thursdays throughout Lent, 7-8:30pm
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Catechesis is an old word for being shaped by religious instruction. This class encourages a Christianity capable of grounding us, inspiring us, and leading us into lives that flourish.
February 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Church Potluck: Feast of Family Favorites!
Sunday, March 2
One service at 10:00am, potluck to follow
Join us on Sunday, March 2 following one service at 10am for a Pre-Lent ‘Feast of Family Favorites.’ Sign up on Sundays in the church lobby!
February 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Pie Bake Off
Friday, Feb 21, 7:00pm
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Calling all Pearl Bakers—and everyone who enjoys eating pies of all kinds—join us for our Pie Bake Off! Everyone who wants can bring along a home-made pie, sweet or savory. We’ll vote for our favorites and see whose pies triumph!
February 14, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Educational Evening: The Evolution of Satan
Thurs, Feb 20, 7pm
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This class will explore the evolution of the devil in Christian consciousness, consider the context from which ideology about the devil rose and ponder its role in Christian life, today.
February 13, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Book Discussion: Deviced!
Sun March 16, 11:45am
Many of us are asking, "What does a healthy relationship with our devices look like?" "How do we engage our kids in their device usage?" Dr. Doreen Dodgen-Magee provides a well researched case for learning to integrate technology wisely into our lives.
February 11, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Welcoming Newcomers
Sunday, Feb 16, 10:00-10:30am
If you're new(er) to Pearl, you're invited to a casual reception where you'll have an opportunity to meet some of Pearl’s core members, leaders, oversight team, and staff. You’re invited to pop in between our two services (starting about 10:00).
February 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Contemplative Prayer Night
February 10, 7pm
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Join us for this monthly opportunity to engage with the Christian contemplative tradition. If you are new to contemplative practices or mediation, you are welcome to join us—we will provide an orientation to our practice.
February 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Kids' Valentine's Day Party—Sunday, February 9, 11:45am
Pearl Kids and Families, come join us after church on February 9th for a Valentine’s Day party! We’ll have lots of crafty stuff on hand to make valentines and sweet treats to share too. We can’t wait to see you then!
February 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
New Sermon Series, starting February 9: “Guest to Host”
Learn more at pearlchurch.org/current-sermon-series
February 3, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Community Sunday Connection—Sunday, February 9, 10:00am
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, to connect with others at Pearl who attend the other service! Coffee and treats will be provided.
February 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM
LGBTQIA+ Connection: Trivia Night!
Friday, Feb 7, 6:30pm
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All of our LGBTQIA+ community is invited for a fun evening of getting to know each other as we play a game of trivia! Pub-style snacks will be provided. RSVP to get the address!
January 29, 2025 at 6:00 PM