Extra-Grace Required
Sabbath School



fellowshipping together ... March 15 potluck

coming up July 5 ... EGR BBQ

Mark your calendars on July 5 for an EGR BBQ following the PVC second service. It's happening at Chuck and Dorane Brower's home at 2985 SE Cleveland Dr., Gresham, OR  97080. More details to come. 

studying together

We are currently reading and discussing Tim Keller's book Jesus the King: Exploring the Life & Death of the Son of God, which is based on the biblical book of Mark. 

who we are

We are a community who acknowledges that our status is "Extra Grace Required" -- saved by God's grace through faith, on the journey of grace together. Join our circle for prayer and discussion every Sabbath at 10:30, in-person in Room 1 or on Zoom. We set up in a circle to emphasize that every person, regulars and guests, has equal value in adding to the conversation. All are welcome to join in this weekly gathering!

our 2025 facilitator schedule

  • June 7, Bert Connell
  • June 14, Dorane Brower
  • June 21, Robert Stafford
  • June 28, Steve Vistaunet
  • July 5, Dorane Brower
  • July 12, Bert Connell
  • July 19, Robert Stafford
  • July 26, Steve Vistaunet 
  • August 2, Bert Connell
  • August 9, Dorane Brower
  • August 16, Robert Stafford
  • August 23, Steve Vistaunet
  • August 30, Jan Vigil
  • September 6, Bert Connell
  • September 13, Steve Vistaunet
  • September 20, Robert Stafford
  • September 27, Jan Vigil
  • October 4, Bert Connell
  • October 11, Dorane Brower
  • October 18, Robert Stafford
  • October 25, Steve Vistaunet
  • November 1, Bert Connell
  • November 8, Dorane Brower
  • November 15, Robert Stafford
  • November 22, Jan Vigil
  • November 29, Steve Vistaunet
  • December 6, Bert Connell
  • December 13, Dorane Brower
  • December 20, Robert Stafford
  • December 27, Steve Vistaunet

A Few of Our Friendly Faces

meet our facilitators

Dorane Brower

EGR facilitator
Dorane brings a  background in healthcare administration, with a love for adventure, travel, history and thoughtful study. 

Steve Vistaunet

EGR facilitator
Steve draws upon a love for learning and years of professional communication expertise for each session.

Bert Connell

EGR facilitator
Bert is a world-traveler and nutrition expert who shares his gifts as a veteran teacher on the university level.

Jan Vigil

EGR facilitator
Jan is a leader in healthcare management and a veteran Sabbath School teacher who brings deep study to each class.

Robert Stafford

EGR facilitator
Colson Fellow and director of the Portland Adventist Community Services dental clinic, Robert is passionate about practical truth.