Saturday, November 1
8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., "Fireproof My Marriage" nationwide simulcast, The Evangelical Center, 18121 S.E. River Road, Milwaukie. Participants urged to see the movie "Fireproof" at local theaters and then attend this satellite seminar, which features authors Gary Smalley and Les Parrott, movie directors Alex and Stephen Kendrick and Pastors Michael Catt and Ted Cunningham. $30 for couples or $15 for singles by Oct. 15, $40 for couples and $20 for singles after that date. Box lunches available at $8.50 each. www.fireproofportland.org
1 to 6 p.m., The Total Money Makeover Live with radio personality and financial expert Dave Ramsey, Memorial Coliseum, Portland. Admission $31 general, $69 VIP, $211 platinum. www.daveramsey.com.
A Pirate's Paradise dinner to benefit CityTeam Ministries of Portland, Melody Ballroom, 615 S.E. Alder St. Portland. 503-231-9334.
Sunday, November 2
6 p.m. The Oregon Chorale presents a concert of sacred music, The Anglican Parish of St. Mark, 1025 N.W. 21st Ave, Portland. Reception to follow with secular encore from Chorale. 503-223-2383.
Election Day
Tuesday, November 4
8 a.m. to noon. Christian Not-For-Profit Accounting Workshop, at George Fox University, Portland Center, 1273 SW 68th Ave, Tigard. Fifth of six workshops. $80, class limited to 10 people. For registration, atakamura@sterling.net or 503-317-3644.
Dynamic Life partnering with The Seven Project present “A Life Worth Living” Salem/Keizer school assemblies, Salem. First of four consecutive days. Speakers are local youth communicators, teachers, students and an master of ceremonies for each event. For details phone 503-375-9555.
Thursday, November 6
7:30 a.m., Christian Chamber of Commerce of the Northwest’s Westside Networking Breakfast, Paradise Bakery and Café at Bridgeport Village, 7211 SW Bridgeport Rd, #F103. 503-691-2266 or www.christianchambernorthwest.com.
Camp White Branch Fundraiser Dinner, Mt. Scott Church of God, 10603 S.E. Henderson St., Portland. 503-771-1195.
Unveiling the Mask conference and concert presented by Glorious Prophetic International Ministry, first of four consecutive days, Emmanuel Temple, 10333 N. Sumner St, Portland. 503-287-1937.
Friday, November 7
Country Churchmouse Bazaar, first of two consecutive days, Oregon Christian Convention grounds, Turner. 503-743-2101 or www.oregonchristianconvention.org.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Holiday Bazaar and Silent Auction, first of two consecutive days, Damascus Assembly of God, 19070 S.E. Sunnyside Road, Damascus. Crafts, gift items, demonstrations, door prizes etc. 503-658-4777.
Apologetics Guild of Bend presents Apologetics Conference, first of two consecutive days, New Hope Church, 20080 Pinebrook Blvd., Bend. Plenary speaker is J.P. Moreland of Talbot Theological Seminary. Also breakout sessions with various speakers, including Craig Hazen, director of the apologetics program at Biola University, and Dr. Scott Rae, a specialist in medical ethics. $20. 541-550-0238 or www.apologeticsguild.com.
Fall benefit banquet for My Father’s House homeless shelter in Gresham, location to be announced. 503-492-3046 or www.familyshelter.org.
Romine Ministries’ World Conference, first of three consecutive days, King’s Church, 2700 N.E. Andresen Road, Suite E-4, Vancouver, Wash. Speaker is Pastor Precious Nwosu of China. 360-254-9369 or www.romineministries.org.
6:30 p.m. 10th Annual Night of Song and Praise Benefit Concert for Winter Hospitality Overflow Program. Presented by Salmon Creek Kiwanis at St. John's Catholic Church, 8701 NE 119th St, Vancouver. Concert is free, goodwill offering during intermission. 360-695-7658 ext 303 or 360-699-1234.
7 p.m. Mosaix Portland, a cross-cultural and multi-ethnic ministry conference, first of two consecutive days, Central Bible Church, 8815 N.E. Glisan St, Portland. Keynote speakers are Pastor Rodney Wood from Wilcrest Baptist Church in Houston, Texas and Richard White, professor at Portland State University’s School of Urban Studies. $49 includes lunch Saturday. www.mosaix.info. or 503-643-6511.
7 to 8 p.m., Third annual Ignite the Light benefit for Chehalem Youth and Family Services of Newberg, Newberg High School, 2400 Douglas Ave., Newberg. 503-538-4874 or www.cyfs.net.
7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Totally Gospel II Friday Night Concerts, Peninsula Open Bible Church, 8225 N. Peninsula, Portland. Fourth of four concerts. Hosted by Country Gospel artist Riny Horst, with guest artists Kathy Ashley Horst, Connie Hays and Jamila Williams. 503-289-3343 or 503-335-3132.
Saturday, November 8
Missions in the Northwest, sponsored by OMS International, first of two consecutive Saturdays, Bend location to be announced. 1-800-588-5414, www.omsinternational.org/events.
7 p.m., Christian Social Dance Association dance, Paradise Ballroom, 826 S.E. Belmont St., $8. http://portland.christiansocialdance.org.
7 p.m., Shekinah Christian Dance, Shekinah Church, 1015 Third, Longview, Wash. 360-749-0258.
8 p.m. Eighty-Eight Keys Foundation concert to benefit new music program at Celebration Tabernacle Church, Mahalia Jackson Hall, 8131 N. Denver, Portland. Black Tie event featuring vocalist and artist E.D. Mondaine and Believe, The 25th Hour and Blue Reign and many more. For donations or information, 503-490-4344.
Monday, November 10
Dynamic Life partnering with the Seven Project present A Life Worth Living Salem/Keizer school assemblies. First of four consecutive days. Speakers are local youth communicators, teachers, students and a master of ceremonies for each event. 503-375-9555
4 to 6 p.m. Open Hearts for Open House tours at Open House Ministries shelter, 900 W. 12th St, Vancouver, Wash. 360-737-0300 or www.sheltered.org.
Veterans Day
Tuesday, November 11
Veterans Day. To honor those who have served the nation in the armed forces. Government offices and banks closed.
11:30 a.m. Christian Chamber of Commerce of the Northwest’s Salem Chapter Networking Luncheon, Almost Home restaurant, 3310 Market St. N.E., Salem.. 503-691-2266 or www.christianchambernorthwest.com.
Northwest Baptist Convention's Annual Meeting, first of two consecutive days, Red Lion Hotel on the River, 909 N Hayden Island Drive, Portland. 360-882-2100.
Professional Church Workers’ Conference sponsored by the Northwest District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, first of four consecutive days, Seaside Convention Center. Featured speaker is Rev. Gerald Kieschnick, president of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod. 503-288-8383 or 1-888-693-5267.
13th Annual McMinnville Habitat for Humanity Dinner, Nick’s Italian Cafe, 521 N.E. Third St., McMinnville, 503-472-9637 or www.machabitat.org.
Thursday, November 13
11:30 a.m. Pastors’ and mobilizers’ promotional luncheon for the MissionConneXion Northwest event happening in January, Doubletree Inn Lloyd Center, 1000 N.E. Multnomah, Portland. www.missionconnexion.com.
5 p.m. Harvest of Harmony Dinner and Auction hosted by Love INC (Love in the Name of Christ) of Clackamas County. Abernethy Center Ballroom, 606 15th St, Oregon City. $50 per person or $400 per table. www.clackamasloveinc.org.
Evening, Annual banquet in support of Portland Rescue Mission, Heritage Ballroom, 614 S.W. 11th Ave., Portland. 503-906-7619 or www.portlandrescuemission.org.
Friday, November 14
7 a.m. Christian Chamber of Commerce of the Northwest’s Eastside Networking Breakfast, Clackamas Banquet and Catering Center, 15815 S.E. 82nd Drive, Clackamas. Breakfast buffet, $11. 503-691-2266 or www.christianchambernorthwest.com
Weekend to Remember conference sponsored by FamilyLife, first of three consecutive days, at Vancouver Hilton, 301 W. Sixth Ave., Vancouver, Wash. www.familylife.com/weekend or 1-800-358-6329.
6 to 10 p.m., Dayspring Recovery presents, The Marriage Rescue, a weekend intensive for couples who are living in challenged marriages, 7000 S.W. Hampton St., Suite 101. Tigard. Continues 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Also offered Dec. 5-7 and Jan. 16-18. First 10 couples to register save $300, 503-244-4350 or www.dayspringrecovery.org.
Saturday, November 15
5 p.m. Warner Pacific College Retirement Gala for President Jay Barber Jr., Kridel Grand Ballroom, Portland Art Museum, Portland. Dinner at 6 p.m. Pianist and composer Michael Allen Harrison to perform. Tickets: $50 per person. Tables of ten, $500. to register, 503-517-1114, formal invitations to follow.
7 to 11:30 p.m. CCMfriends Singles Rock & Roll/Swing Dance, Fowler Middle School, 10865 Walnut St. in Tigard, Nice-casual dress. $8 Dance lesson 7 pm. Couples welcome, too. 503-309-0318 or www.ccmfriends.org.
Wednesday, November 19
11 a.m. , Christian Chamber of Commerce of the Northwest’s All-Regions Luncheon, Ambridge Event Center, 300 N.E. Multnomah, Portland.. 503-691-2266 or www.christianchambernorthwest.com.
Thursday, November 20
7 a.m. Vancouver Chapter Networking Breakfast of the Christian Chamber of Commerce of the Northwest, Billygan's Restaurant, 13200 NE Hwy 99, Vancouver, Wash. 503-691-2266 or www.christianchambernorthwest.com
Warrior Bride Awaken Women's Conference, first of two consecutive days, GodSong Community Church, 1025 Industrial Parkway, Newberg. Speakers are JoAnne Meckstroth of Women of Impact Ministries; Vicki Strickland, lead pastor at Blue Ridge Christian Center; Renee Duncan, associate pastor of Soldotna (Alaska) First Assembly and Heidi Thomason, associate pastor of GodSong, Newberg. Early Bird Registration, $50, After Oct. 15, $65. to register www.godsong.us or 503-537-3087.
Friday, November 21
Revolve Tour for teen girls, first of two consecutive days, Rose Garden arena, Portland. www.revolvetour.com.
Weekend to Remember marriage conference sponsored by FamilyLife, first of three consecutive days, Portland Red Lion Hotel on the River, Jantzen Beach. www.familylife.com/weekend or 1-800-358-6329.
6 to 10 p.m., Dayspring Recovery of Portland presents Love for a Lifetime, a three-day weekend event for couples seeking God’s best for their marriage. Continues 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Frist 10 couples to register save $300. Also offered Jan. 30 to Feb. 1. 503-244-4350 or www.dayspringrecovery.org.
Matthew West in concert, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. www.lmgllc.com or ticketmaster.com.
Saturday, November 22
3 and 7 p.m. Oregon Adventist Men's Chorus annual festival concert, Vancouver Seventh-day Adventist Church, 9711 N.E .St. Johns Road, Vancouver, Wash. Reserve tickets in advance. Cost: free. 503-517-5159 or www.oamc.org.
6 p.m. Seventh annual banquet Welcome Home hosted by Christian Family Adoptions, Vancouver Hilton, 301 W. 6th St, Vancouver, Wash. Mistress of ceremonies will be Mary Starrett, speaker is nationally known author, speaker and adoptive parent Jill Savage. Free admission. To reserve a seat, 503-232-1211 or kara@christianfamilyadoptions.org.
7 p.m. CCMfriends Country & Western Dance, Milwaukie Community Club Center, 10666 SE 42nd Ave., Milwaukie. Western or casual dress. $8 suggested donation at the door. Partner or pattern dance lesson 7 pm Dancing 8 pm to midnight. 503-309-0318 or www.ccmfriends.com.
Warner Pacific College Winter Graduation, New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. www.warnerpacific.edu.
Sunday, November 23
Institute for Creation Science, Rivercrest Community Church, 3201 N.E. 148th Ave., Portland. www.creationengineeringconcepts.org.
Wednesday, November 26
Thanksgiving Eve. Some churches may have special services.
Dynamic Life and Professional Mortgage Corporation host “Thanksgiving Plus” in five different Salem/Keizer locations. For details, 503-949-5004.
Thanksgiving Day
November 27
Thanksgiving Day. Some churches may have special services.
Friday, November 28
2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Portland’s Singing Christmas Tree, first two of 10 performances through Dec. 6, Keller Auditorium, Portland. With Bells of the Cascades, Aaron Meyer, Katie Harman and Timothy Greenidge at all performances, and also Michael Allen Harrision Dec. 4-6. Other performances at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29 and Dec. 6, 1:30 and 6 p.m. on Nov. 30, and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5. 503-244-1344. www.singingchristmastree.org.
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