ju st o u t T S e p te m b e r 19, 1995 T 27
T h e G o d C o n n e c tio n C e n te r fo r N e w T h o u g h t C h ristia n ity
Rev. Casey Chaney and Rev. Berdell Moffett, senior ministers. (10am
Sundays. Westgate Plaza, room 105. 3800 S W Cedar Hills B tv d .
Beaverton. 643-7591.7(6/16)
Eastern O re g o n A ss o cie tio n is a social networking
association for gay men and lesbians, with bimonthly social activities
(Box 382. Baker City. O R 97814 7 (8/4)
J o u r n e y C a th o lic C o m m u n ity Searching? S o are we Mass with
the Rev Gary Mclnnis. All are welcome (6 pm Sundays. Southwest 13th
Avenue and C lay Street. 245-0339.7 (5/19)
Le sbia n a nd G a y M e d ita tio n G ro u p meets for sitting in the
Buddhist tradition Discussion follows. C7:30pmFndays. Greg 727-3575
o r U ly 2 5 3 -2 6 8 5 ) (2/16/96)
SOUTHERN OREGON
M e tanoia P eace C o m m u n ity is a Reconciling Congregation of the
G a y a nd Le sbian A llia n c e meets monthly (7 3 0 pm, second
United Methodist Church that welcomes lesbians and gay men in its life
and ministry. (A c tiv ity schedule: 284-7 996. co-pastors: Jo y c e
McManus 284-3426 and John Schwiebert 281 -3697 ) (5/19)
Thursdays. Umpqua Unitarian Church. 1265 N W Watters. Roseburg.
P O Box 813. Roseburg. O R 97470 ) (5/19)
G ra n ts P ass P a re nts a nd F rie n d s of Le sbia ns a nd G a ys
meets the third Thursday of the month (7 pm. Church of Religious
Science. 460 S W V S t . Grants Pass. 4 7 6 -4 1 5 5 )0 / 7 )
M e tro p o lita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h of P o rtla n d is a community
coming together to proclaim through words and action the message of
G od's loving presence in all creation The Rev. Roy A . Cole, pastor.
(Worship: 10 am Sunday: 7 pm Wednesday, office hours: 9 am-2 pm
Monday-Fhday. 2400 N E Broadway. 28 1 -8 8 6 8 7 (5/19)
K la m a th A re a La m b d a A ss o cia tio n (P O Box 43. Klamath Falls.
O R 97601. 883 2437 ) (6/16)
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M e tro p o lita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h of th e G e n tle S h e p h e rd is
a Christian congregation that celebrates G od's love for everyone.
Services are open to all. Rev. Teresa L. Nunn, pastor S p e c ia l event:
A weekend of spiritual renewal with the Rev Elder Jen Ann Harvey (7:30
pm Fnday. Sept. 15. worship: 7:30 pm Saturday. Sept 16. healing
service: 6 pm Sunday. Sept. 17. in addition to worship services. Rev.
Harvey will officiate at the ordination ceremony of the Rev. Theresa L.
N unn) (Worship: 6 pm Sunday. 4505 E 18th St.. Vancouver: P O Box
5094. Vancouver. W A 98668. 360 -6 95-148 0H 10/6)
P ositive P re se n ce is a gay. lesbian and bisexual spiritual discussion
group that meets the first and third Sunday of every month for potluck.
prayer, meditation and discussion of various spiritual issues. Varying
forms of spiritual expression welcome and encouraged. (5 pm potluck.
Loyola Retreat Center. 3220 S E 43rd Ave.. 860-2798.) (10/21)
P o tte r's H o u se is an evangelical and charismatic Christian church
open to everyone, with special emphasis on meeting the needs of the
community. Bill Roberts, pastor (Biblestudy9 :3 0 am, worship 10.30am
Sunday: scripture study on homosexuality 7pm Tuesday: worship/study
7 pm Wednesday. 3830 S E 62nd A v e . 775-5024 7(6/16)
R adical Fa e rie s co-create their spirituality with nature, subvert unifor
mity. and practice the politics of play (235-0826.) (5/19)
R e a ch O u t) is a support group for gay men and lesbians who are former
Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormons. (P O Box 1173, Clackamas O R
97015. 6 5 7 -0 6 2 0 ) (8/4)
S t. P h ilip N e ri's P au list C e n te r sponsors Catholic G ay and
Lesbian Outreach with Mass, followed by socializing. (7 :3 0 p m Fndays.
2408 S E 16th A v e . 231-4955.) (8/4)
S t. S te p h e n 's Ep isc o p a l C h u rc h is an Open and Affirming Congre
gation Rector, the Rev. Constance A. Hammond Eucharist and healing
service (12:10pm Wednesdays). Inclusive Language Eucharist (5:30pm
Thursdays). Eucharist (7:45 pm Sundays). Eucharist with choir; Sunday
school and nursery (1 0 am S undays). (1 4 3 2 S W 13th A v e .,
223-6424.) ( 5/19)
S c v s n th -d a y A d v e n tis t, K in s h ip International offers spiritual,
emotional and social support to present or former S D A s who are gay or
lesbian A not-for-profit organization. (P O Box 7320. Laguna Niguel. C A
92677. 714 2 4 8 -1 2 9 9 )0 / 7 )
S h a lo m M in is trie s is open to all gay- and lesbian-friendly persons.
Vocal ensemble (6:30 pm Wednesdays). Worship (7 45 pm Wednes
days). Also Coming Out. Grief and Reconciling Religion and Homosexu
ality groups and counseling. United Methodist pastors, the Revs Jeanne
G Knepper and Alice Knotts (7 6 0 4 2 1 5 )1 5 /1 9 )
S is te rS p irit is women sharing spirituality. All women welcome Most
events wheelchair accessible. Fe m in ist C h ris tia n C o m m u n io n
honors the dhrine In women. Open to all (7:30 pm Wednesday. Aug. 23.
Queen o f Heaven Gnostic Chapel. 2229 S W Market S t.7. (Offices: Suite
426. 408 S W S econd Ave.. Portland: mailing address: P O Box 9246.
Portland. O R 97207. 294-0645 ) ( 5/19)
Avenue and Steele Street: P O Box 5352. Portland. O R 97228. Kahn
232-7643: o r Michael 297-6416.7(5/19)
S w im O U T Is a monthly swim hour for lesbian and gay families and
couples at the Y W C A . Volunteer lifeguards are on duty (4-5 pm. every
third Sunday. $3 75 per family. 2 2 3 -6 2 8 1 7(6/16)
T e a m P o rtla n d A q u a tic C lu b . An organized masters swim team for
all swimming levels and Interests. (Practice 9-11 am Sundays. YW C A ,
1111 S W 10th A ve . J81228- 1 5 9 6 X 6 /1 6 )
T a a m P o rtla n d T e n n is A e s o cia tio n is a du b for lesbian and gay
tennis players of all levels. Th e d u b plays every Sunday morning,
publishes a newsletter, and holds business meetings once a month. New
members are always welcome (Bill 232-5557.7(5/19)
W o m a n 's 39* b ike rid in g g ro u p , easy to moderate distance,
U n iv e rs ity P a rk U n ite d M e th o d ist C h u rc h is a Reconciling
difficulty and pace, evenings and Sunday mornings Enjoy exercise,
socializing and new friends Join usl (285-1427 o r 2 9 7 -2 4 5 3 X 2 / 1 T )
Congregation which welcomes and affirms all persons regardless of
sexual orientation. (W orship• 9:55 am Sundays. 4775 N Lombard St..
Karen E. Cnooch. pastor. 289 -7 8 4 3 .)(5/19)
W re s tlin g C lu b provides means to contact other wrestlers. (P O Box
SPORTS
Th e A d v e n tu re G ro u p meets for regularly scheduled hiking, camping,
and other outdoor activities. (4 5 2 -5 6 8 0 .)(12/1)
A lle g ro B o c c e P o rtla n d for anyone interested in learning to play
Italian or French lawn bowling with time to dedicate to the sport (Contact
Paul o r Wayne 693 0963 ) (8/4)
B ic y c le D e c id e a n d R ide for men and women meets Saturday
mornings for rides of 30-50 miles (9 am. Wallace Park. Northwest
Raleigh Street and 25th Avenue, weather permitting, 227-1756.1(5/19)
F o re s t G ro u p outings are cooperative adventures for women only.
Participants are responsible for providing their own equipment and
choosing outings appropriate for their skill and fitness level ( 287-5540 7
( 12 / 21 )
O re g o n T ra il G a y R odeo A ss o cia tio n promotes equine sports
and the country western lifestyle In the lesbian and gay community
(775-19/6.7(2/16/96)
O u t D a n c in g : partner dancing (nightclub and ballroom style) for same-
sex partners Loam the Rumba. Cha-Cha. Mambo. East Coast Swing.
W est Coast Swing. Tango. Waltz and more A month-long senes of
classes starts at the beginning of each month AH classes taught by a
professional instructor. (7-8:30 pm Fndays. Vicki Mills S tu d o of Dance.
3536 S E 26th A v e . $ 7 per person. 2 3 6 -5 129 or 282-0790.) (3/15/96)
P o rtla n d F ro n tru n n e rs is an internationally affiliated running du b for
gay men. lesbians and their friends. Everyone is welcome to run. (6 3 0
pm Tuesday. 9 am Saturday. Duntwey Park. Tamara 2 3 3 4 9 3 7 X 1 0 /6 )
P o rtla n d G a y a n d Le sbian C o m m u n ity B o w lin g A aaoclatlo n
(11 am Sundays. Pro 300 Lanes. 3031 S E Powell Btvd . Tom
293-0438. o r write P C B A . P O B ox 851. Portland. O R 9 7 2 0 7 ) (5/19)
Roee C ity S o ftba ll A se o cia tio n welcomes all skd levels Payers
provide their own equipment, piayer/team fees will cover cost of fields,
umpires, etc Nonplayers who would like to help organize or make other
contributions are also welcome' (Sendname, address and telephone to:
R C S A . P O Box 22322 MHwauhe O R 97269. or c M 281 7637.) (9/1)
Roseto w n Ram ble r e . Portland's gay and lesbian square dance dub.
dances at mainstream, plus and advanced levels (7 -9 45 pm Wednes
days, lower level. Trtnity United Methodist Church. Southeast 39th
40066. Portland. O R 97240-0066.7 (8/4)
YOUTH
IY G
P e a r C o u n s e lin g
H o tlin e for sexual minority youth
(1 -800-347-TEEN, o rw dte IYG . P O Box 20716. Indianapolis. IN 46220.
317-541-8726.7(8/4)
Le sb ia n , G a y and Bieexual Y o u th G ro u p of Eugen e meets
every Monday Age 25 and under A peer social, support and rap group
(5-6:30 pm. Koininia Center Hbrary, 1414 Kincaid St.. University of
Oregon campus. 346-3360 7(9/1)
The N atio nal C o a lition fo r G a y , L e s bian and Biaexual Y o u th
Is an organization of groups and individuals formed to serve the needs of
queer youth across the country Current projects indude the develop
ment of a national database of resources ( P O B o x 24589. San Jose. C A
95 1 5 4 4 5 8 9 ) (4/21)
P h o e n ix R isin g F o u n d a tio n In c . Is a mental health agency primarily
serving members of the sexual minority communities Sodal/support
groups for sexual m inority youth are W ln d f lr e (m e e ts d o w n
to w n ), A w a k e n in g s (meets at Harry's Mother on the east side), and
Q -K r v w (meets 2 4 pm Saturday afternoons at Phoenix Rising) P e r
sonal D e ity P ro x y is a new group for gay. lesbian and bisexual teens
who are interested in expressing their artistic talents (writing, drama,
visual arts, etc.) (meets 5 -7 pm Fndays at Phoenix Rising) Coming out
groups meet regularly (620 S W Fifth A ve . Suite 710. Portland. O R
97204. 2 2 3 -8 2 9 9 X 5 /1 9 )
R a in b o w is a positive peer-support group, primarily for sexual minority
youth of color, sponsored by Th e Urban League of Portland
(280 2600 ) (6/15)
R oots and B ra n c h e s provides positive mental health counseling
tailored to the needs of lesbian, gay and bisexual youth Therapy,
consultation, advocacy and referral are offered to indMduals and families
on a sitting scale A program of The Network (2020 S E Powell S t .
2 3 8 -0 7 8 0 ) (8/4)
| V O I C E S (Voices of Individual and Community Empowerment from the
Streets) is a self-support group for queer youth Meets weekly Free
pizza. An interagency project of Phoenix Rising (223 8 2 9 9 )and Outside
In (2 2 3412 1). (5/19)
T h a Z o n a is an on-line computer bulletin board for lesbian, gay and
bisexual teens. Based in Los Angeles, the free service operates 24 hours
a day (213-731 -0 3 9 0 X 4 /7 )
that meets in Bend. O re (Fndays. for information or location 3 8 3 4 8 6 1 .)
(1/19)
meets the first Tuesday of each month (7 pm. First United Methodist
Church. 230 N I Oth S t . Klamath Falls. 882 3309 ) ( 6/16)
O n T ra c k 's A la n C o llin s A I D S P ro jec t offers HIV counseling,
testing, educational outreach and case management at the 10 th Stre e t
O u tre a c h C e n te r; adult foster care at A la n 's H ouse, low-cost
housing for independent living at F a irfie ld Place, and an HIV Support
G ro up. (G ro u p m eets
779 2006 ) ( 7/7)
5:15 6 30 p m
Thursdays.
772-1777 or
R o gu e V a lle y P a re nts a nd F rie n d s of Le sbia ns a nd G a ys
meets the first Thursday and third Tuesday of the month. (First United
Methodist Church, 175 N Main S t . Ashland. 488 3436 ) O / T )
V a lle y s of the U m p q u a M e tro p o lita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h
meets second Sunday of the month Services are currently performed by
the laity of the Church ( 1 1 30 am. 2836 Carnes Road (the old centerI.
P O Box 2125. Roseburg. O R 97470. 679-0975 ) (5/19)
W o m a n s o u rc e
(P O
Box 335. Ashland. 97520. 4 8 2 -2 0 2 6 .
488-1616 ) (6/16)
W o m a n 's C ris is S u p p o rt Te a m (748 N W Fifth St.. Grants Pass.
97526. 479 9349: or Hotline: 479 1400 ) (6/16)
Youthw orfcs (1 0 3 2 W M a m S t . Medford. 97501. 779 2393 ) (6/16)
WILLAMETTE VALLEY
C h ib Euge n e B B S is a computer bulletin board dedcated to empow
ering the gay. lesbian, bisexual and transsexual communities statewide
O ver 100 networked discussion areas, large adult file section, worldwide
network access, as well as local connections. Operates 24 hours a day.
7 days per week; 1200 baud to 28 8 V 34 (Write Club BBS. P O Box
25954. Eugene. O R 97402: web address http / / w w w efn o rg/
-m a strait: e-mail: 1 ■ 12130Ostation m v com: or dial with your modem
503-345 7 9 8 8 )0 2 / 1 5 )
E u ge n e F ro n tru n n e ra /F ro n tw a lh e re meets at 24th and Amazon,
near the chinning bars Walk or run one to five miles with friendy gay.
lesbian and bisexual people (6 pm every Wednesday. Hank 484-6259 7
(1/19)
T h a G a y a n d L e sb ia n Health C a rs W o rk e rs o f S a le m is open
to gay men and lesbians who work in any health-related field (371 9 5 0 1 7
(8/4)
T h a G a y . Le ebia n a n d O th e rs O u td o o r G ro u p is open to gay
men. lesbians, bisexuals, transsexuals and their friends The group relies
on the energies of the gay and lesbian community to make events
happen (To volunteer, call J P 7263908 /(5/19)
CENTRAL OREGON
A n o th e r S id e hosts a get-together for gays. lesbians and their friends
(9 p m -1 am. every Saturday) Also monthly support meetings for gay and
lesbian couples and a monthly men-only night (388-2395 7(8/4)
B e y o n d T h a C toeat In c. provides services to the lesbian and gay
community, its families, friends and supporters Services include speak
ers. films, entertainers and workshops that educate about issues of
concern, such as homophobia. B T C seeks to form alliances with others
who work for social, economic and environmental justice and to share
resources with others in rural Oregon (P O Box 9174. Bend. O R
97708, 317 8 9 6 6 X 5 /1 9 )
La die s H o m e C o m p a n io n is a newsletter for lesbians in the C orval Is
area Since 1986. L H C has provided information about local and commu
nity activities. politics, events, and people (For subschption information
and a sample copy write LH C . P O Box 1828. Corvallis. O R 97339.7
( 10 / 6 )
M P o w s : m ant P r oje c t is a social and outreach center for all gay and
bisexual men in Eugene, offering weekly group meetings, coffee hours,
movie nights and special events (775 Monroe St.. 683 4 3 0 3 .7(1/19)
S w e a t S p irit M e tr opolita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h is an ecumeni
B isexual, Leebia n. G a y Inform a tion for all of Central Oregon
cal Christian church open to all people Com e celebrate with us ( I I am
Sundays. 3322 Lancaster D r NE. Salem. 363 6 6 1 8 ) (4/7)
(388-2395, anytime 7(8/4)
T o g e th e r W o rk s offers support to lesbians, gay men. bisexuals and
D e e chu te s C o u n ty C o a litio n fo r H u m a n D ig n ity
(P O Box
6084. Bend. O R 97708 6084. 385-3320 ) (6/16)
D e s c h utes D iscrim in a tio n R e p o rtin g L in a exists to document
discrimination and to provide support and referral for victims of discrimi
nation and oppression. (38 3411 3.7 (3/15/96)
E qu e stria n G ro u p (G oose Lake Ranch. 388 3680 ) (5/19)
friends Activities include social events and discussion on timely topics
Meet others in a safe, neutral environment (7:30 pm. second and fourth
Mondays. First Baptist Church, McMinnville. 4 3 4 -6 2 6 6 X 1 /1 9 )
W HIam atte U n iv e rs ity 's L e sbian. G a y , Bieexual AMianca
meets on a weekly basis during the school year for discussions, event
planning, and support Community members are welcome to attend
(Contact the Multicultural Affairs Office 3 7 0 6 2 6 7 7 (8/4)
G a y a nd L e sbia n A lc o h o lic s A n o n y m o u s meets in Bend. (7 pm
Fndays. 388 3680 ) (5/19)
P a re nts, Fa m ilie s a nd F rie n d s of Le sbia ns a nd G a y s -S e n d
meets the third Monday of the month at the First Presbyterian Church
The group's mission is support, education and advocacy (Meeting 7pm.
come a half-hour early for coffee, visiting or browsing in the library. 230
N E Ninth S t . 317-2334 7(1/19)
COASTAL OREGON
C o u n ty C o a lition fo r H u m a n R ig h ts is committed to the promo
tion of equal rights for all people Meets last Tuesday of the month (P O
Box 325. North Bend. O R 97459. Harry 269-2333 7(5/19)
G a y a nd Le sb ia n U n ite d E ffo rt P A C meets monthly to promote
equality for. and viability of. the gay and lesbian community in Lincoln
County Fun. frienrfy sooal/polttlcal advocacy (2 6 9 6 3 6 8 7 (5/19)
N o rth C o a s t P H da N s tw o rk Columbia Pacific Region, for lesbians,
gay men. bisexuals and transgendered people Social/politlcal. gay Mm
series, networking with other human rights groups Meets monthly in
Seaside/Astoria area (P O Box 2798. Gearhart. O R 97138. Bob
7 3 8 -0 2 1 5 X 1 0 /6 )
T h a O u t-L in e program provides outfeach to and advocacy for gay and
Safa S p a c e <s a group for lesbian, gay. bisexual or questioning youth
K la m a th C o u n ty P a re n ts/Frie n d s of Le sbians a nd G a ys
lesbian youth and adults Services mdude monthly support groups,
information and referral, and a media center (Careerpaths Training and
Resource Center. P O Box 2004. Newport. O R 97365. 265 3087.)
(6/16)
WASHINGTON
(¡a y , Le sbian a n d B i R a in b o w G ro u p of V a n c o u v e r holds
nonsmoking A A meetings every Monday (8 pm. Personalities. 115 E
Seventh S t . Vancouver. 3 6 0 6 9 4 5068 7(12/21)
N a h co tte S a nc tu a ry is forming a small intentional community on the
coast A few men are sought What can you offer? (Send rdsumd P O
Box 87. Nahcotta. W A 9 8 6 3 7 7(10/6)
S im ple Ju s tic e of S o u th w e s t W ashington is a network of
Christians In Washington committed to supporting human rights and civ*
liberties for aH persons, regardless of sexual orientation (6 30pm . third
Mondays. East Vancouver United Methodist Church. 5701 MacArthur
B tv d . Vancouver. Chnstopher3 6 0 6 9 3 5881 or Teresa36069S■ 1480 7
(2/16/96)
S o u th w e st W ash ington Fa irne ss C oalition is a part of Washing
ton Citizens for Fairness, of the Hands Off Washington Project New
members are always welcome to help in the struggle to defeat organised
statewide political efforts vdkch limit or deny the civil rights of any
resident of Washington (1701 Broadway. Suite 138. Vancouver. W A
98663. 3 6 0 6 9 5 7002 7(10/21)