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ju s t o u t ▼ february 16. 1996 V 27 G ra n ts P a ss P a re n ts a nd F rie n d s of L e sb ia n s a nd G a y s and ministry. (A ctivity schedule: 284-7996. co-pastors. Jo y c e McM anus 284-3426 and John Schwiebert 281 -3697.) (5/19) meets the third Thursday of the month. (7 pm. Church of Religious Science. 4 6 0 S W V S t , Grants Pass. 54 1 -4 7 6 -4 1 5 57(7/7) M e trop olita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h of P o rtla nd is a community a. 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. 281 -8868. 7(5/19) to p > K la m a th A re a L a m b d a A s s o c ia tio n meets regularly and hosts a variety of friendly, inclusive social gatherings. (P O Box 43. Klamath Falls. O R 97601. 541-883-2437.) (6/21/96) K la m a th C o u n ty P a re n ts / F rie n d s of L e sb ia n s and G a y s meets the first Tuesday of each month. (7 pm. First United Methodist Church. 230 N 10th S t . Klamath Falls. 541-882-3309.7 (6/16) M e trop olita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h of the G e ntle S h e p h e rd is a Christian congregation that celebrates G od's love for everyone Ser vices are open to all Rev. Teresa L. Nunn, pastor ( Worship. 6pm Sunday. 4505 E 18th St.. Vancouver: P O Box 5094, Vancouver. W A 98668, 3 6 0 -6 9 5 -1480)110/6) O n T r a c k 's A la n C o llin s A I D S P ro je c t offers HIV counseling. testing, educational outreach and case management at the 10th S tre e t O u tre a c h C e n te r adult foster care at A la n 's H o u s e ; low- cost housing for independent living at Fa irfie ld P la ce and an HIV P o sitive P re se nce 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 A ve . 860-2798.) (10/21) S u p p o rt G ro u p . (G r o u p m e e ts 5 . 15 -6 .3 0 p m 541-772-1777 o r 541-779-2006 7(7/7) Th u rsd a ys. R o g u e V a lle y P a re n ts a n d F rie n d s o f L e sb ia n s a nd G a y s meets the first Thursday and third Tuesday of the month. (First United Methodist Church, 1 7 5 N Main S t . Ashland. 541-488-3436.) (7/7) P o tte r's H ou se is an evangelical and charismatic Christian church open to everyone, with special emphasis on meeting the needs of the commu nity. Bill Roberts, pastor (Bible study 9:3 0 am. worship 10:30am Sunday: scripture study on homosexuality 7 pm Tuesday: worship/study 7 pm Wednesday. 3830 S E 62nd A ve . 775-5024.7(6/16) 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 R a d ica l Faeries co-create their spirituality with nature, subvert unifor W o m a n to u rc e meets second Sunday of the month. Services are currently performed by the laity of the Church. (11:30 am. 2836 C am es Road ¡the old center], P O Box 2125. Roseburg. O R 97470. 541-679-0975.7(5/19) (P O Box 335. Ashland. 97520. 541-482-2026. 541-488-1616.) (6/16) mity, and practice the politics of play. (235-0826.) (5/19) Reach O u tl 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. 657-0620.) (8/4) W o m e n 's C ris is S u p p o rt T e a m (748 N W Fifth S t . Grants Pass. 97526. 541-479-9349: o r Hotline 541-479-1400 ) (6/16) Y o u th w o rk s (1 0 3 2 541-779-2393.) (6/16) S ts . C y ril a nd M e th o d iu s A n g lic a n -C a th o lic C h u rc h is a fully accepting official mission parish of the National Church for the Greater Portland Area. Special devotions, support groups, counseling. Bible- study self-defense, rap and social groups and a newsletter are offered Evening services upon request; the Rev Paul Verhaeren, vicar (M assand communion 9 am Sunday. 1911 N E Shannon D r., Hillsboro, for appoint ment: 503-693-0963.) (6/21/96) N e w w o rk s b y p h o to g ra p h e r Paul D a h lq u is t are on d isp la y at G a lle ry 114 th ro u g h M a rc h 2 S t. P h ilip N e ri's P aulist C e n te r sponsors Catholic G ay and Lesbian Outreach with Mass, followed by socializing. (7 3 0 pm Fridays. 2408 S E 16th Ave . 231 -4955.) (8/4) S t. S te p h e n 's Ep iscop a l C h u rc h is an Open ana Affirming Congre gation. Rector, the Rev. Constance A. Hammond. Eucharist and healing service (1 2 .10pm Wednesdays). Inclusive Language Eucharist (5:30pm Thursdays). Eucharist (7.45 pm Sundays). Eucharist with choir; Sunday school and nursery (10 am Sundays). (1432 S W 13th A v e . 223-6424.) (5/19) S e v e 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. Monthly activities and a newsletter are offered in the Portland area. (National office: P O Box 7320. Laguna Niguel. C A 92677. 714-248-1299: local office: P O Box 33104. Portland. 97233. 503-244-0286.7 (6/21 /96) 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. (760-4215.)(5/19) S is te rS p irit is women sharing spirituality. All women welcome. Most events wheelchair accessible C a ia b ra tio n — Ca ndla m a st L ig h tin g the N e w Fire s (6 pm Sunday. Feb. 18. Echo Theater. 1515 S E 37th A v e .) W icca n D is cu s sio n M a g ic al T o o ls i open to all women interested in learning and sharing Wicca. A short ritual ends each group(7- 9 pm Wednesday. Feb 21. offices) Fe m in ist C h ristia n C o m m u n ion! celebrant is the Rev Frodo Okulam (7:30 pm Wednesday. Feb. 28, Gnostic Chapel. 2229 S E Market S t.) Prie ste ssing Cla ssi series of three classes (7:30-9 pm Tuesdays. March 5-19, $15 materials fee for series, offices.) (Offices: Suite 426. 408 S W Second A v e . Portland: mailing address: P O Box 9246, Portland, O R 97207, 294-0645.) (4/19/96) S o u th m in s te r P re sbyte ria n C h u rc h , the first More Ught Presby terian church In Oregon, welcomes people of all sexual orientations. Wheelchair accessible; Sunday school and nursery care available Pas tors are Jim Petersen and Laurie Miller. (Services: 9:30 and 11 -.00 am in winter; 10 am in summer. 12250 S W Denney Road. Beaverton, O R 97008. 644-2073.) ( 8/16/96) U n iv e rs ity P a rk U n ite d M e tho dist C h u rc h is a Reconciling Congregation which welcomes and affirms all persons regardless of sexual orientation. (Worship. 9 5 5 am Sundays. 4775 N Lombard St., Karen E. Crooch. pastor. 289-7843.) (5/19) The A d v e n tu re G ro u p meets for regularly scheduled hiking, camping, skiing, bicycling and other noncom petitive outdoor activities (503-452-56807 (6/21 /96) Fo 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 ) ( 12 / 21 ) O re g o n T ra il G a y R o deo A ss o cia tio n promotes equine sports and the country/westem lifestyle in the lesbian and gay community. (775- 19 (6.7 (2/1 6/96) O u t D a n cin g i partner dancing (nightclub and ballroom style) for same- (pictured: “Keith Hunter ’95”) Avenue and Steele Street: P O Box 5352. Portland. O R 97228, Karin 232- 7643: o r Michael 297-6416.) (5/19) couples at the Y W C A . Volunteer lifeguards are on duty. (4-5 pm, every third Sunday. $ 3 .7 5 per family. 223-628 (.7(6/16) T e e m P o rtla n d A q u a tic C lu b is an organized masters swim team for all swimming levels and Interests. (Practice 9-11 am Sundays. Y W C A. 1111 S W 10th Ave.. J ill228-1596.7(6/16) T e a m P o rtla n d T e n n is A ss o c ia tio n is a club for lesbian and gay tennis players of all levels. The club plays every Sunday morning, publishes a newsletter, and holds business meetings once a month. N ew members are always welcome. (Bill 235-3816) (6/21 /96) community, its families, friends and supporters Services indude 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. 541-317-8966 7(5/19) D e sch u 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. 541-385-3320.) (6/16) difficulty and pace, evenings and Sunday mornings. Enjoy exercise, socializing and new friends. Join us! (285-1427 or 297-2453.) (2 / 17) W re stling C lu b provides means to contact other wrestlers (P O Box E q u estrian G ro u p (G oose Lake Ranch. 541-388-3680.7 (5/19) 40066. Portland. O R 97240-0066 7(6/21/96) P e e r C o u n s e lin g H o t lin e for sexual minority youth. (1-800- 347-TEEN, or write: IYG. P O Box 20716. Indianapolis. IN 46220. 317-541-8726.7(8/4) identify and express emotions, utilize community resources. (738 N E Davis. Portland. O R 97232. D ou g Pullin 233-6090. ext 733.7(4/19/96) T h e G a y a n d L e s b ia n H ealth C a r s W o rk e rs of S a le m is open to gay men and lesbians who work in any health-related field. (503-557-8414 o r 503-363-0519 ) (5/17/96) T h e G a y , L e s b ia 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. (T o volunteer, call J P. 541 - 726-3908 7 (5/19) pm Fridays. 541-388-3680 ) (6/21/96) P a re nts, Fa m ilie s a nd F rie n d s of Le sbia ns a nd G a ys -B e n d M o m in g s id e U n ite d M e th o d is t C h u rc h is a Reconciling C on meets the third Monday of the month at the First Presbyterian Church. The group's three-fold mission is support, education and advocacy (Meeting 7:30 pm: come at 7 pm for coffee, visiting or browsing in the library, 230 N E Ninth S t.. Bend. 541-317-2334 7(6/21/96) gregation Persons of every sexual orientation are welcome to full participation in the life of our congregation (3674 !2 th S t SE. Salem. IY G Ja n u s Y o u th P ro g ra m s offers workshops for teens T h e Em e rging W om en i esteem-building to increase personal power and explore cul tural identity through art therapy Le ttin g G o o f R e se n tme nts! anger management group. S k ills fo r Lifei improve communication skills, E u g s n e F ro n tru n n s rs / F ro n tw s lk s rs meets at 24th and Am a zon. near the chinning bars. Walk or run one to five miles with friendly gay. lesbian and bisexual people (6 pm every Wednesday, Hank 541-484-6259 7 0 / 1 9 ) L a d ie s H o m e C o m p a n io n is a newsletter for lesbians in the Corvallis area. Since 1986. L H C has provided information about community activities, politics, events and people Subscriptions are $6 per year (Write. L H C . P O B o x 1828. Corvallis. O R 97339 7(8/16/96) G a y a nd Le sbia n A lc o h o lic s A n o n y m o u s meets in Bend. (5.30 YOUTH empowering the gay. lesbian, bisexual and transsexual communities statewide. O ve r 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 (W rite: Club B B S. P O B o x 25954, Eugene. O R 97 4 0 2 : web ad d re s s : h ttp :/ / w w w .e f n .o r g / -m a s tr a it; e -m a il: 1- 12130@statlon.mv.com; or dial with you r modem: 541-345-7988.) (12/15) B e y o n d the C lo s e t In c. provides services to the lesbian and gay D e sch u te s D is crim in a tio n R e p o rtin g Lin a exists to document discrimination and to provide support and referral for victims of discrimi nation and oppression (541-383-4113.) (3/15/96) W o m e n 's 35+ bike rid in g grou p , easy to moderate distance, COASTAL OREGON 503-364-5013.) (6/21/96) M P o w e rm e n t P ro je 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 M onroe St.. 541 -683-4303 7 (1/19) S w e e t S p irit M e tro p o lita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h is an ecu C o u n ty C o a litio n fo r H u m a n R igh ts i s committed to the promotion menical Christian church open to all people. Com e celebrate with us ( I I am Sundays. 3322 Lancaster D r NE. Salem. 5 0 3 -3 6 3 -6 6 18 ) of equal rights for all people Meets last Tuesday of the month. (P O Box 325. North Bend. O R 97459. Harry 541-269-2333.7(5/19) (4/7) G a y a n d L e sb ia n U n ite d Effort P A C meets monthly to promote T o g e t h e r W o rk s is a support group for lesbians, gay men. bisexuals equality for. and visibility of. the gay and lesbian community In Uncoln County. Fun, social/political advocacy. (5 4 1 -265 6368 7(5/17/96) Monday. Age 25 and under A peer social, support and rap group. (5-6.30 pm. Koininia Center library. 1414 Kincaid St.. University of Oregon campus. 346-3360 7(9/1) Lin co ln C o u n ty P a re n ts, Fam ilies a nd F rie n d s of Lesbians and G a y s provides support, education and advocacy (P O Box 1156. and friends Activities include social events and discussion on timely topics Meet others in a neutral, safe environment. (7 :30pm . second a n d fourth M o n d a y s . F irs t B a p tis t C h u rc h . M cM in n ville . 503-434-6266 7 (6/21 /96) Newport. O R 97365-0091. 541-265-6369 7(6/21/96) W illa m e tte U n iv e rs ity 's Le sb ia n , G a y, B isexual A llia n ce The N a tiona l C o a litio n fo r G a y , Le sbia n a nd B isexual Y o u th is an organization of groups and individuals formed to serve the needs of queer youth across the country. Current projects include the development of a national database of resources. (P O Box 24589. San Jose. C A 95154-4589.) (4/21) N o rth C o a s t P rid e N e tw o rk Columbia Pacific Region, for lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgendered people Social/political. gay film series, networking with other human rights groups Meets monthly in Seaside/Astoria area. (P O Box 2798, Gearhart. O R 97138, Bob 503-738-0215.7(6/21/96) 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. 50 3 -3 7 0 -6 2 6 77 (8/4) Phoenix R ising Fo u n d a tio n Inc. is a mental health agency primarily T h e O u t-L in e program provides outreach to and advocacy for gay and serving members of the sexual minority communities. Social/support groups for sexual m inority youth are W in d f ir e (m e e ts d o w n tow n). A w a k e n in g s (meets at Harry's M other on the east side), and Q -K r e 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 Fridays at Phoenix Rising). Coming out groups meet regularly. (620 S W Fifth Ave . Suite 710. Portland. O R 97204. 2 2 3 -8 2 9 9 ) (5/19) lesbian youth and adults Services include monthly support groups. Information and referral, and a media center. (Careerpaths Training and Resource Center. P O Box 2004. Newport. O R 97365. 541-265-3087.7 (6/16) R oots a nd B ra n ch 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 individuals and families on a sliding scale A program of The Network. (2020 S E Powell St.. 238-0780 7(8/4) dances at mainstream, plus and adranced levels (7-9 45 pm Wednes days. lower level. Trinity United Methodist Church. Southeast 39th CENTRAL OREGON S w im O U T is a monthly swim hour for lesbian and gay families and gay men. lesbians and their friends Everyone is welcome to run. (6 30pm Tuesday: 9 am Saturday. Doorway Park. Tamara 233-4937.K 10/6) R oe e tow n R a m ble rs Portland's gay and lesbian square dance club, 97501, C lu b Eu g e n e B B S is a computer bulletin board dedicated to P o rtla n d Fro n tru n n e rs is an internationally affiliated running club for R o se C ity Softball A ss o cia tio n is Oregon's only nationally affiliated gay and lesbian softball league Friendy competition for all skill levels Players pro\*de their own equipment Fall and spring season play; A S A sanctioned Nonplayers who want to volunteer are welcome (Scott 244-8520. Toni 788 9375. Jim 281-7637/(4/19/98) M e d fo rd . Friday of each month for sharing and support. (541-343-3199, 541-998-3390 ) (5/21/96) youth of color, sponsored by The Urban League of Po (2 80-2600) (6/15) Everyone w e lc o m e d 1 am Sundays. P R O 300 Lanes. 3031 S E Powell B fvd . $ 7 per session, send S A S E P C B A . P O Box 851. Portland 97207. Renee 2 3 1 ■ 7085 o r Tom 293-0438 7(6/21/96) St B ise xu a l w o m e n in the Eu g e n e are a meet the second and fourth sex partners Leam the Rumba. Cha-Cha, Mambo, East Coast Swing, W est Coast Swing. Tango. Waltz and more. A monthlong series of classes starts at the beginning of each month. All classes taught by a professional instructor. (7-8.30 pm Fridays. Vicki Mills Studio of Dance. 3536 S E 26th Ave., $ 7 per person. 236-5129 or 282-0790 .7(3/15/96) P o rtla n d G a y a nd Lesbian C o m m u n ity B o w lin g A s s o c ia tion's league bowling started on Jan. 7 and runs through mid-May M ain WILLAMETTE VALLEY L e sb ia n , G e y and B ise xu a l Y o u th G ro u p of Eu ge n e m e e ts every SPORTS W EASTERN OREGON R a in b o w is a positive peer-support group, primarily for sexual minority rtland. Safe S p e ce i s a group for lesbian. gay. bisexual or questioning youth that meets in Bend. O re (Fridays, for information or location: 383-4861.) (1/19) V O IC E S (Voices of Individual and Community Empowerment from the Streets) is a self-support group for queer youth Meets weekly Freepizza An interagency project of Phoenix Rising (223-8299) and Outside In (223-4121). (5/19) T h e Zone 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 (213-731-0390 ) (4/7) Eastern O re g o n G a y M e n O v e r 4 0 Life S u p p o rt G ro u p meets bi-weekly (H C R 87 Box 698. Baker City. O R 97814. 541-523-4019 ) (6/21/96) L a m b d a E a e te m O re g o n A se o cia tio n s a social, support and networking association serving gay men. lesbians and bisexuals in Baker City and county Bimonthly meetings are held (Box 382. Baker City. O R 97814.7(8/16/96) SOUTHERN OREGON A B isexual W o m e n 's S u p p o rt G ro u p is forming in Ashland This Informal group is open to aH women regardless o f " declared orientation" and meets biweekly (541 -4 8 2 -5 7 8 6 X 5 /1 7 /9 6 ) G a y a nd L e sb ia n A llia n c e meets monthly (7 3 0 p m . second Thurs days. Umpqua Unitarian Church. 1265 N W Watters. Roseburg. P O Box 813. Roseburg. O R 97470 ) (5/19) WASHINGTON C a y , Le sbia n a n d Bi R a in b o w G ro u p of V a n c o u v e r nolds nonsmoking A A meetings every Monday ( 8 pm. Personalities. 1 I 5 E Seventh S t . Vancouver. 360-694-5068 7(12/21) N a h c o tta S a n c tu a ry a secluded retreat on Long Beach peninsula, provides a healing refuge for individuals, couples or small groups Ongoing events (P O Box 87. Nahcotta. W A 98637. 360-665-4181.7 (6/21/96) S im p le Ju s tic e of S o u th w e s t W a sh in g to n is an organization of Christians working for human rights and civil liberties for all persons, regardless of sexual orientation (6 3 0 pm. third Mondays. East Van couver United Methodist Church. 5701 MacArthur B tv d . Christopher 360-693-5881. Patricia 360-693-4761 or Teresa 360-695-1480 7 (3/15/96) S o u th w e s t W a s h in g to n F s im e s s C o a litio n is a part of W ash ington Citizens for Fairness, of the Hands Off Washington Project N e w members are always welcome to help in the struggle to defeat organized statewide political efforts which limit or deny the civil rights of any resident of Washington ( 1701 Broadway. Suite 138. Vancou ver. W A 98663. 360-695 1002 7 0 0/21) S W W a sh in g to n G a y a nd L e sb ia n S o c ia lite s is a group of people getting together outside the bar scene for hikes, trips, cruises, camping, potlucks and game nights. (M ike 3 6 0 -2 6 0 -2 6 9 7 o r 360 694 8970.7 (6/21 /96)
