We need your help to show our Pastoral team of Kessia Reyne, Greg, Tyler and Hannah some extra love during Pastor Appreciation month.

Because last year’s event was such a hit, we’re asking the congregation to again bring gift cards to your favorite restaurants, grocery stores, activities, fun locations, or even Amazon. We'll divide these between our 4 pastors and present our gifts of appreciation to them on October 11.

So, remember to turn in your purchased gift cards in an envelope marked with 'Pastor Appreciation Gift' into the locked offering boxes (sanctuary and foyer) OR into one of the designated large collection envelopes. There will also be ‘heart cards’ for you to write a note of thanks/appreciation for each of our pastors being passed out in Sabbath School. These ‘heart cards’ can be turned in just the same way as your gift cards. The heart cards will then be displayed on pastor appreciation Sabbath. Let's show the ❤ for our pastors!

Odetta was a cook at Portland Adventist elementary school for many years. There will be a time of gathering before the service from 1:00 – 3:00 pm, followed by the service from 3:00 – 4:00 pm. Those unable to attend the service can watch it online using the link below. All are invited to stay after the service for a reception from 4:00 – 5:00 pm.

Our Pathfinders are selling apples and pears from Kiyokawa Family Orchards once again. To order, just fill out an order form (copies in the church lobby) and drop it off at the church office along with payment during open hours or bring it to our Pathfinder meeting on Wednesday night from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Another option for PVC members would be to call/text Aileen Stanley at 503/780-1470 and let me know the variety and quantities that you wish to purchase. You could mail a check to PVC before October 15, 2025 or pay when you pick up. Thank you for supporting our attendance at the International Pathfinder Camporee in 2029 and Pathfinder Bible Experience.

Get ready for a night of laughter, fun, and heartwarming performances at our PVC Variety Show! Whether you plan to share a talent or just cheer in the audience, bring your friends, family, and favorite snack to share and enjoy the show!

The shareable event page is here. If you want to perform, let us know here!

Get together with PVC seniors for a morning hangout in the church fellowship hall. We'll provide coffee, tea, and goodies. You provide a smile and a friendly spirit! You're welcome to just relax and visit with friends, or bring your favorite puzzle or game and invite others to join in. These monthly events are meant to be a regular time of connection with your spiritual community.

We would like to thank PVC members and friends who have generously donated 52 pairs of old glasses for our Global Eyeglasses Ministry Support (GEMS) project!  These glasses will be soon matched with those with those who desperately need them in Africa and Asia.

Our Project continues so “that those who do not see may see…” John‬ ‭9‬:‭39‬ ‭ESV‬‬.  A donation box is at the front reception table.
(If you would like to see where your glasses end up, please attach your name and email to the donated glasses). 

Faith was never meant to be a solo journey, and every single one of us needs an earthly friend as a companion in the light.  Consider joining or starting a "micro-group": a group of 2-4 people living in the light together, practicing reading Scripture, prayer, and honesty, and meeting once a week.

You can choose your own group members. If you want to join a group and have no one to invite, we can try to link you up with an existing group or someone else looking for a partner. Visit pvclife.com/groups for more information.

Are you looking for more support in your journey to living free? Maybe you're working through the process of reckoning and release that we've been talking about in our Unburdened series and the Releasing Bitterness seminar. Perhaps you've lost a loved one through death or divorce, and you'd like support in your journey. Or maybe you've been wrestling with an unhealthy dependency upon substances or other destructive behaviors. Did you know that PVC has a weekly 12-step recovery group meeting called Journey to Wholeness?

 Journey to Wholeness is a support system for people of any faith (or lack thereof) who are struggling with things that are hurting them or the people they love. It presents a 12-step model for understanding God and ourselves as God’s creation.

Come on Thursday nights at 7:00 PM and you'll find a safe and anonymous group of individuals who are committed to health, healing, sanity, and serenity. We hope you'll join us on the Journey to Wholeness!

Prayer Warriors support the church through prayer, interceding, or earnestly asking for God's will to be done, for others. If you are interested in being a part of the Prayer Warriors group, please contact the church office.

We have a church subscription to Dwell Audio Bible, a mobile-based app for your phone or tablet that lets you listen to Scripture in a variety of translation with a rich list of features, like themed playlists, kids’ devotionals, reading plans, memorize mode, and reflection options. If you join our membership, you’ll have access to all of the subscription features for the next year, and we encourage all of our PVC Fam to take this opportunity to make Scripture a part of daily life. 

All PVC Members can access our online church directory following the steps below:
1. Search for "Instant Church Directory" in the Apple App Store, Google Play, or Amazon Appstore, or simply click on this link: instantchurchdirectory.com/app.
2. Submit/update your photo! If possible, your photo should be your complete family unit in high resolution. Please follow this link to upload your photo: bit.ly/3CZP92C.