Throughout October
     15th annual October Bible Drive sponsored by Newberg-based Bible Foundation.  Collection of Bibles – even used Bibles or portions of Bibles, to be shipped to many locations overseas where Bibles are in great demand. 503-538-4897 or www.bf.org/bibledrive.
     (Starting Oct. 2), Sauvie Island Farms’ The A-Maze-ing Graze corn maze co-sponsored by KFIS “The Fish” radio and KPDQ, through Oct. 31 at 15318 N.W. Sauvie Island Road, Portland.  Half-price admission Oct. 13 for kids under 14.  Free mini-concerts at 6 p.m. with Phillips, Craig and Dean on Oct. 5 and Mark Harris on Oct. 26.   $6 for 13 years to adult, $4 for ages 5-12 and seniors 60 or older, free up to age 4.  wwww.1041thefish.com.

Sunday, October 1
      International Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem. 503-242-1950 or 1-800-519-4647 or 1. www.daytopray.com.
     9 a.m., 26th regular constituency meeting of the North Pacific Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, Red Lion Hotel on the River-Jantzen Beach, 909 N. Hayden Island Drive, Portland. 360-816-1400 or www.npuc.org.
     9 a.m., Seminar on Israeli-Palestinian issues, Central Lutheran Church, 1820 N.E. 21st Ave., Portland. Featuring Esther Nelson, who recently returned from volunteer work in the Middle East.  Discussion focuses on the effects of the current Mideast situation on Palestinian Christians and Muslims.  Free admission.  503-284-2331 or office@centralportland.org.
     10:30 a.m., Liberty, Southern Gospel quartet from Boise, Idaho, in concert at Assembly of God Church, Redmond.
      6 p.m., Liberty, Southern Gospel quartet from Boise, Idaho, in concert, at Highland Baptist Church, Redmond.
     7 p.m., Lutheran Choral Association concert, Peace Lutheran Church, 2201 N. Portland Blvd., Portland. Freewill offering. 503-289-8641.

Monday, October 2
      Retirees Conference featuring Jim Christensen, first of three days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center, Cannon Beach. Christensen is speaker for the Heaven and Home Hour radio program. Vocal and instrumental music by Ted Wilson. 503-436-1501 or www.cbcc.net.
     Ministers Fellowship International 20th anniversary meetings, first of five consecutive days, Red Lion Hotel on the River, 909 N. Hayden Island Drive, Portland. By invitation only. 1-800-777-4634 or www.mfi-online.org.
     6:30 p.m., Bill and Carol Timm of Vancouver Healing Rooms speaking at Vancouver Evening Aglow, Shiloh Fellowship, 10709 S.E. 10th St., Vancouver, Wash.  360-673-2898.
      7 to 9 p.m., Organizing meeting and rehearsal for 2006 season of Community Christmas Cantata Choir, St. John Catholic Church, 445 S. Maple St., Yamhill. Rehearsals are Monday evening and some Saturday mornings through Nov. 27. Performances are during the period Nov. 28 through Dec. 22. 503-662-3926 or www.cantatachoir.org.

Tuesday, October 3
     Vicki Norris of Restoring Order speaking to women’s group, at Mountain Park Church, 40 McNary Parkway, Lake Oswego. Topic is “Reclaim Your Life.” 503-625-5774 or www.restoringorder.com.
     Oregon-Pacific Nazarene District’s Ministers and Mates Retreat with speaker H.B. London of Focus on the Family,  first of three consecutive days, Resort at the Mountain, 15 miles east of Sandy on Mount Hood.  503-581-3950 or www.orpac.org.
     6:30 to 8 p.m., Community Against Domestic Violence “Night Vigil,” Main City Park, 219 S. Main Ave., Gresham.  Gresham Police Chief Carla Poluso will speak, as will both survivors of domestic violence and those who formerly caused such problems.  Interpretations in Spanish.  mysistershouse@msn.com.

Wednesday, October 4
     Fifth annual Clark County Mayors’ and Community Leaders’ Prayer Breakfast featuring nationally known motivational speaker Mark Gungor, Downtown Vancouver Hilton, 301 W. Sixth St, Vancouver, Wash. Gungor is known for his humorous talks on the relationship between marriage and Christian values. 360-944-1693.

Thursday, October 5
     9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Seminar on Expository Bible Teaching, St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 11229 N.E. Prescott St., Portland. Speakers are Art Azurida, director of pastoral mentoring at Western Seminary in Portland; Matt Hannan, senior pastor of New Heights Church in Vancouver, Wash.; and John Wecks, chair of pastoral ministries at Multnomah Bible College in Portland. $20, payable at the door. 503-252-5720 or humphrey@iinet.com or www.digwells.com.
      Association of Christian Schools International’s Northwest Region convention, first of two days, Oregon Convention Center, Portland. Keynote speakers are Bruce Lockerbie of PAIDEAI, New York City, and Dan Egeler of ACSI International Ministries in Colorado Springs, Colo. $60 for ACSI members, $120 for non-members. Administrator luncheon on Oct. 5 for $20. 360-256-5860.
      Rediscovering the Dead Sea Scrolls, presented by the Biblical Archaeological Society, first of three consecutive days, Holiday Inn Seattle Center, 211 Dexter Ave. N., Seattle. Held in conjunction with the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit that runs through Jan. 7 at the Pacific Science Center in Seattle, this seminar features a tour of the exhibit and lectures by Martin Abegg, Peter Flint and Risa Levitt Kohn. 1-800-221-4644, ext. 208 or www.bib-arch.org/bswbTRseattle2006.html
   4  p.m., Book signing by Beverly Lewis, New York Times best selling author,at Christian Supply's Main Store, 10209 S.E. Division St., Portland.  She will sign copies of The Brethren, her follow-up to The Englisher. 503-256-4520.

     6 to 9 p.m., Seminar on adoption presented by Kingdom Kids Adoption Ministry, Oregon City Evangelical Church, 1024 Linn Ave., Oregon City.  503-656-8582 or www.kingdomkidsadoption.org.
     6 to 9 p.m., Second annual dinner and silent auction to benefit Quiet Waters Outreach, aboard the Willamette Star yacht, on the Portland riverfront. Quiet Waters Outreach is a ministry to individuals with developmental disabilities, as well as to their families and caregivers. Board the boat at 110 SE Caruthers St. $125. 503-620-8288 or http://quietwatersoutreach.org.

Friday, October 6
     Association of Christian Schools International’s Northwest Region Early Education Workshop for preschool educators, Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland. $30 for ACSI members and $60 for non-members. 360-256-5860 or www.acsi.org/~1682.
     Women’s Conference with Catherine Martin, first of three days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center, Cannon Beach. Martin is founder and president of Quiet Time Ministries. Contempoary music by Georgene Rice. 503-436-1501 or www.cbcc.net.
      20th annual Oregon Christian Women’s Retreat sponsored by the Oregon Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, first of three consecutive days, Eagle Crest Resort, Redmond. Theme is “Changing Lives: One Heart at a Time.” 503-652-2225, ext. 402 or diane.pestes@oc.npuc.org.
      Family Weekend at Concordia University, first of three consecutive days,  2811 N.E. Holman St., Portland. 503-288-1371.
      Men's Retreat sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church of Portland, first of three consecutive days, Oceanside.   $50 for two nights and four meals.  Contact Mark Duin or Pastor Mark  Hoelter, 503-288-6408.
      SetApart Ministries presents a Women’s Conference and Little Princess Tea featuring author Sheri Rose Shepherd, first of two days, Calvary on the Bay, 1954 Union Ave., North Bend. Theme is “My Prince Will Come.” Contact Debbie Dreyer at 541-271-9480 or setapart@jesusanswers.com.
     First annual Missions Fest Seattle, first of two consecutive days, at both Northshore Baptist Church and Eastside Foursquare Church, Bothell, Wash. www.missionsfestseattle.org.
      Seniors in Action for God with Excellence, or SAGE, weekend seminar featuring brain-function specialist Dr. Arlene Taylor, Gladstone Park Adventist Conference Center, 19800 Oatfield Road, Gladstone. Taylor is founder and president of Realizations, Inc., a non-profit corporation promoting brain-function research. 503-652-2225 or www.arlenetaylor.org.
     6:45 p.m. Fundraising banquet for Pregnancy Alternatives Center of Lebanon, Linn-Benton Community College, 6500 Pacific Blvd. S.W., Albany.  This center helps scared, addicted and pregnant girls as young as 13 turn their lives around through counseling, prayer and support.  Complimentary dinner; opportunity to make financial gift provided.  Make reservations with Kirsten Giddings, 541-258-3500.  www.pregnancyalternatives.org.
      7 p,m., SonicFlood “This Generation” tour, Crossroads Community Church, 7708 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash. $12.  www.sonicflood.com.
     7 to 9 p.m., Logan Martin, Tray Michaels and Resounding Joy in benefit concert, Eastside Foursquare Church, 9727 Sandy Blvd., Portland.  Free admission. Sponsored by Hideout Ministries and 104.1 The Fish radio, this event is a fundraiser for Ceven Pentecost, a boy who has been stricken with leukemia. Also includes dessert.  503-806-7543 or www.hideoutministries.org.
     7:30 p.m., Joshua Chavez and Aline in concert, Bauman Auditorium on George Fox University’s Newberg campus.  Free to the public.  Chavez in 2003 led more than 30,000 people into worship at “The Call,” a multicultural event at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif.  Aline is a female musician who is currently working on her first solo CD.   503-538-8383.
     8 p.m., Mat Kearney in concert, McDonald Theater, 1010 Willamette St., Eugene. $15. www.mcdonaldtheater.com.

Saturday, October 7
     Upward Trails ministry’s outing on the Twin Lakes Loop.  A seven-miile easy hike to visit both lakes and return on the Pacific Crest Trail.  503-668-8950.
     7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 23rd annual Oregon Mennonite Festival for World Relief, Linn County Fair and Expo Center, Albany. Food, quilt auction, children’s activities. Free admission and parking. Proceeds benefit Mennonnite international relief efforts. 541-928-1865 or www.oregonmennofest.org.
      8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Northwest Baptist Convention’s Missions Education Conference, Northwest Baptist Center, 3200 N.E. 109th Ave., Vancouver, Wash.  Theme is “Page to Pavement.”  Keynote speaker is Cheryle Wolfinger, president of the International Sports Federation.  Workshop topics include English as a second lanague, chalk drawings, prayer tea, balloon animals, puppets, sports clinics, chronological Bible storying, prayerwalking and using professional skills in missions. $5.  360-882-2101.
     8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Association of Christian Schools International’s Northwest Region Early Education Conference, Doubletree Hotel, 1000 N.E. Multnomah, Portland. Keynote speaker is Valerie Goddard, with “The ABCs of Conquering Challenging Behavior.”  Endnote speaker is Lindy Batdorf, author of “Smell the Asphalt: Laughter and Love Along the Highway of Parenthood.” $47 for ACSI members, $94 for non-members.  360-256-5860 or www.acsi.org/~1682
     8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Association of Christian Schools International’s Northwest Region administrator and board members seminar featuring Ken Coley, Red Lion Hotel Portland Convention Center, 1021 N.E. Grand Ave., Portland. Coley is director of doctoral studies at Southeastern Seminary in Wake Forest, N.C. Topic is “The Helmsman: Leading and Inspiring an Educational Community.” Early registration is $125 for ACSI member delegates. 360-256-5860.
     Jordan’s Promise performing in concert at Pumpkin Smash & Bash fundraiser for Northwest Medical Teams International, Brock’s Berry Farm, 21519 S.W. Tile Flat Road, Beaverton. 503-931-7648 or www.jordanspromise.com.
     9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Design Science Association tour of the “Botany and Geology Mysteries of the Columbia Gorge.”  Meet at the Hood River Starbucks near the Hood River Bridge, Exit 64 off Interstate 84.  This tour, which compares creationist and evolutionist theory, will be led by John Hergenrather and Dennis Bokovoy. $25.  541-490-3396 or 2john@hergs.com.
      9 to 11 a.m., Cantonese New Testament Seminar, Chinese Faith Baptist Church, 2830 N.E. Flanders St., Portland.  Presenter: Rev. William Ki.  Continental breakfast  at 8:30 a.m.  Mandarin translation, if needed, will be provided.  503-236-8225.
    Oregon Covered Bridges Tour by “Second Wind” 55 and older group sponsored by New Hope Community Church of Clackamas. 503-659-5683.
     9:30 a.m., ,“Woodworker Show and Tell” for Friends of the Carpenter ministry, at the ministry office, 1600 W. 20th St., Vancouver, Wash.  360-750-4752, www.friendsofthecarpenter.org.
     9:30 to 11:30 a..m., Angela Mason speaking to brunch sponsored by Columbia-Willamette Chapter of Women of Vision, Sunset Presbyterian Church, 14986 N.W. Cornell Road, Portland.  Women of Vision supports the international relief work of World Vision. A former actress in Great Britain, Mason has traveled internationally with World Vision since 1993.  Topic of her talk is “Hope in Impossible Places.” Free admission.  503-591-5818 or cwwov@cwwvov.org.
     10:30 a.m., Free seminar on adoption presented by PLAN Loving Adoptions Now of McMinnville, First Church of the Nazarene, 1550 Market St. N.E., Salem.  503-472-8452 or www.planlovingadoption.org.
  Manna Coaching presents Relationship Success Training for Singles, Beaverton-area location to be announced. $139.  Contact Michelle Blacksher, 503-504-7052 or http://m.blacksher.home.att.net
     Vicki Norris of Restoring Order speaking to women’s group at Cedar Mill Bible Church, 12208 N.W. Cornell Road, Portland. Topic is “Reclaim Your Life.” 503-625-5774 or www.restoringorder.com.
     4:30 to 7 p.m., Annual traditional German sausage dinner at Rivercrest Community Church, 3201 N.E. 148th, Portland.  503-254-4400 or rivercresetcommunitychurch@msn.com.
     5 p.m. Janet Folger, director of Faith2Action and author, speaking at Oregon Right to Life Education Foundation’s 2006 Auction, Red Lion Hotel, 3301 Market St. N.E., Salem. Silent auction at 5, followed by dinner at 6:45 p.m. and oral auction at 7:45 p.m. $35. 503-463-8563 or ortl@ortl.org.
     5:30 to 7 p.m., Ninth annual Oktoberfest dinner with authentic German cooking at St. John Lutheran School, 2142 N.E. McDonald Lane, McMinnville.  Schnitzel, brats and hot dogs, warm potato salad, sauerkraut, spaetzle, beverages and desserts.  Festive decorations and German music played by accordionist Neil Zeller of Vancouver, Wash. $10 adults, $5 for children ages 6 to 12, free for those 5 and younger.  Proceeds will be supplemented by Thrivent for Lutherans and will benefit scholarship students at the school.  503-472-1680.
     6 to 8 p.m., Community Singles Event sponsored by Manna Coaching and Divorce Recovery, banquet room of Baja Fresh, 12286     S.W. Scholls Ferry Road, Tigard.  503-504-7052
  7 p.m. Christian recording artist Paul Wright in concert to benefit his father, Ron’s, campaign for Benton County Commissioner, Majestic Theater, 115 S.W. Second St., Corvallis.  Also featured are local artists Jackson Michelson and Luke Stillinger.  Hosted by Jeff Silverton of Hope 107.9 radio.   Tickets at The Well and Christian Books in Albany, Parable in Corvallis and Jamocha Jo’s in Adair Village.  541-908-4868 or www.myspace.com/paulwright.
     Evening, Christian Social Dance Association’s Fire Fighters’ Memorial Dance, Milwaukie Community Center, 10666 S.E. 42nd Ave., Milwaukie. 503-341-7398 or www.christiansocialdance.org.
      Annual banquet for Abuse Recovery Ministry & Services (ARMS), Portland-area location to be announced. 503-846-9284.
      8 p.m., From That Day Forward, Strong Medicine, Free and Heir Born in concert, His Church, 913 S. Sixth, Cottage Grove.  www.myspace.com/redemption_rocks

Sunday, October 8
     Live-for-Health, a Christ-centered total wellness program, Emerald Valley Wellness Clinic, on Dale Kuni Road, Creswell. Directed by Dr. Richard and Kay Hansen, clinic founders. 866-279-2852 or www.emeraldwellness.com.
     10:30 a.m., Signs of the Miraculous conference with Hard and Kaye Beyers, first of three days, Word and Spirit Church, 10302 N.E. Sandy Blvd., Portland.  Also at 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. 503-771-0022.
     Eighth annual Fall Mission Festival at Concordia University, 2811 N.E. Holman St., Portland.  503-288-1371.
      2 p.m., Instruments of Peace concert, Central Lutheran Church, 1820 N.E. 21st Ave., Portland.  An ensemble performance, as well as comments from Jewish and Palestinian peacemakers on current issues in the Middle East. Flautist Kathy Preuss with pianist Mark Douglass, bassoonist Joey Harman and flautist Linda Berman will perform Vivaldi, Haydn and Bloch.  Free admission; refreshments served.  Donations to support a Witness for Peace and Justice trip to the Holy Land by Preuss to build connections through music are welcomed.  503-284-2331 or office@centralportland.org, or see www.centralportland.org.
      2 p.m., Corvallis/Albany Friends of Middle East Peace present screening of Gaza Strip, a documentary on life in the Palestinian enclave, Martha Room of First United Methodist Church, 1165 N.W. Monroe Ave., Corvallis.   Filmed over a three-month period, the film was first released in 2002.  Free admission. 541-752-8020.
      3 p.m., Celebration Concert Series of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church presents classical piano recital by Heidi Louise Williams, at the church, 2000 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego.  A graduate of Lake Oswego High School, Williams is on the music faculty at Southern Illinois University and has performed recitals nationwide include at Carnegie Hall in New York.  Free admission; freewill offering taken.  503-635-4563 or jthomp8043@comcast.net.
     5 p.m., Spirit of Prophecy Church presents The Feast of Tabernacles, an eight-day observance, Multnomah Holiness Association campground, 10801 S.E. Holgate, Portland. Meetings at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. through Saturday, followed by a 10 a.m. brunch and communion on Sunday, oct. 15. 503-380-4595 or hhumberd@hotmail.com.
      6 p.m. Grand Opening Celebration, first of three consecutive evenings at New Beginnings Christian Center, 3300 N.E. 172nd Place and Sandy Blvd., Gresham.  Tonight features the church’s founding pastors, Larry and Tiz Huch, who now minister in Dallas, Texas.  Monday evening at 7 p.m. will feature gospel music artist Fred Hammond.  Tuesday at 7 p.m. is best-selling author John Bevere. 503-256-6050 or www.newbeginningslive.com.

Monday, October 9
     8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., Christian movitational speaker Zig Ziglar and famed pastor Robert Schuller Sr. among featured personalities at live Get Motivated seminar, Rose Garden arena, Portland. Includes a special optional 15-minute bonus session on the Biblical secrets of success. A business’s entire office staff can attend for only $49 if registered in advance; admission at the door is $225 per person. 1-800-490-7831.
     Golf tournament to benefit Veritas School of Newberg, Chehalem Glenn Golf Course, 4501 E. Fernwood Road, Newberg.  503-538-1962
      Annual Pastor and Spouse Retreat sponsored by the North Pacific Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church, first of three days, Cascades Camp and Conference Center, Yelm, Wash. 206-275-3903 or www.covchurch-npc.org.
      Sukkot 2006, a celebration of the ancient Feast of Tabernacles sponsored by a Portland-Vancouver-area “Nazarene Israelite” group of Christians, first of eight consecutive days, Anderson Lodge, Ariel, Wash. (23 miles east of Interstate 5 and Woodland, Wash.) All ages welcome. Praise, worship, dance, Torah reading, and many outdoor recreational activities. Also special day trips to local attractions. 360-687-7109 or 360-247-6289 or jcb@rocksolidventuresinc.com
     Michael W. Smith in concert, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. 503-224-4400 or www.michaelwsmith.com or www.ticketmaster.com.
     6:30 p.m., Jonny Lang in concert, outdoors at Athletic Club of Bend, 61615 Mt. Bachelor Drive, Bend.  $30.  541-385-3062 or www.jonnylang.com.
      7 p.m., Gospel music artist Fred Hammond, New Beginnings Christian Center, 3300 N.E. 172nd Place, Gresham. 503-256-6050 or www.newbeginningslive.com.
      7 p.m., Dimensions in Health, first of four consecutive days, Salem Seventh-day Adventist Community Services Center, 1860 Summer St. N.E., Salem.  Focus is on the “secrets” of healthy living as featured in the November 2005 National Geographic article, “The Secrets of Living Longer.”  Simple lifestyle strategies to reduce the fish of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer and other chronic disease.  Free admission. 503-364-4626.

Tuesday, October 10
      6:30 a.m., Buffet breakfast and meeting of Central Oregon Christian Business Association, Christian Life Center, 21720 E. Highway 20, Bend. $10.  541-385-7425 or www.cocba.org.
     Pastor/Mentor Retreat, Oregon Christian Convention grounds, 5605 Jubilee Drive, S.E., Turner. 503-743-2101 or www.oregonchristianconvention.org.
     Conference for Oregon pastors in Northwest District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, first of three consecutive days, location to be announced. 503-288-8383 or 1-888-693-5267.
      7 p.m., Television host and best-selling author John Bevere speaking, New Beginnings Christian Center, 3300 N.E. 172nd Place, Gresham. 503-256-6050 or www.newbeginningslive.com.

Wednesday, October 11
     Going Up to High Places – Who Art Thou, Oh Mountain? a worship, renewal and prophecy conference, first of four consecutive days, Gateway Worship Center, 610 N.W. Fifth St., Clatskanie. 503-728-2491 or www.gatewayrevival.org.
      6:30 to 8 p.m.  Fall Home Ownership Application Meetings for Portland Habitat for Humanity, first of three meetings through Sunday, Room L121 of Luther Hall at Concordia University, 2811 N.E Holman St.  Also at 10:30 a.m. Saturday (Spanish translation available) and 4:30 p.m. Sunday (Vietnamese translation). 503-287-9529 or www.pdxhabitat.org.
     7:30 p.m., Jonny Lang in concert, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, S.W. Broadway and Main, downtown Portland.  $34.75 to $45.50.  www.jonnylang.com.

Thursday, October 12
     10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Nancy Pearcey, author of Total Truth, speaking in free-admission lectures, Corban College, 5000 Deer Park Drive S.E., Salem. Topic for the morning lecture is “Total Truth: Education for Getting Past the Gatekeepers,” and the evening topic is “Shooting Down the Warfare Myth Between Religion and Science.” Pearcey, who has co-written books with Chuck Colson, also will speak at Corban’s teacher in-service conference Friday. The conference includes lunch and is open to the public for $30. 503-589-8166 or www.corban.edu.
     7 p.m., Americans for a Safe Israel, an organization of both evangelical Christians and Jews, Congregation Shaarie Torah, 920 NW 25th Ave., Portland. 877-288-8488

Friday, October 13
      7:30 a.m., Life Christian Classic 100 Golf Marathon to benefit Life Christian School of Aloha, Meriwether National Golf Course, 5200 S.W. Rood Bridge Road, Hillsboro. A golf marathon of at least 100 holes. Includes awards dinner. $100 fee per participant. 503-848-8744, ext. 1 or bgriffin@lifeonweb.org.
     8 to 11 a.m., Teen Mania Ministries presents Battle Cry, a conference for senior pastors, youth leaders and elders featuring Ron Luce and Blaine Bartel, Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland. 1-800-299-TEEN or www.battlecry.com.
     9 a.m. to 3 p.m., All Cracked Up, a Women of Faith pre-conference session with Patsy Clairmont and Sandy Patty, Rose Garden arena, Portland. 1-888-49-FAITH, www.womenoffaith. com.
     Salem citywide community service projects by local church youth, various locations in Salem. 503-375-9555 or 503-580-6471 or bob@dynamic.life.org.
     Corban College Education Summit, at the college, 5000 Deer Park Drive S.E., Salem. Theme is “The Christian Educator’s Role in the Public Forum.” Contact Matt Lucas at 503-589-8166 or www.corban.edu/edsummit
     Beginning Experience, a grief recovery weekend retreat, first of three days, Collins Retreat Center, Eagle Creek. For the separated, divorced and widowed or anyone who has lost a loved one. Includes presentations by team members, periods for private personal reflection and small group dialogues. $150 includes room, meals and resource materials. 503-390-7971 or 503-393-2361 or 503-255-5322 or www.beginningexperience.org.
      Special Meetings with Gary Bertram, first of three consecutive days, Apostolic Faith Church, 5601S.E. Duke St., Portland.  503-777-1474.
     A Company of Women presents The Company of Dreamers - a Christian Women’s Conference hosting 26 workshops on Christian arts, the prophetic and ministry along with evenings of praise and worship, first of three days, Seaside Convention Center, Seaside.  Featured are Mary Winchell, director of Amazing Love Ministries of New York City, and Rosalie Willis and Ro Lang of A Company of Women International.  Willis is from Post Falls, Idaho and Lang is from Clarkston, Wash. $98 adults or $49 younger than 18.   www.companyofdreamers.org or e-mail Sharon Woods at Come2thedreamers@aol.com or 1-253-854-7536.
     Women's Retreat sponsored by Southwest Bible Church of Beaverton, first of two consecutive days, Canby Grove Conference CenterSpeaker: Georgene Rice of KPDQ-FM on use of our God-given gifts to serve one another. 503-524-7000.
     Couples Conference, first of three days, Twin Rocks Friends Camp and Conference Center, Rockaway Beach, $325 per couple deluxe accommodations, $250 regular, $20 discount if registered by Oct. 1. Includes Saturday evening banquet. Led by Jim and Jeanne Leonard of Salem. Theme is “Overcoming Obstacles to Communication in Marriage.” 503-355-2284 or www.twinrocks.org.`
     Living Life Out of Call, a retreat sponsored by Portland-based Journey Into Freedom, first of three days, location near Portland.  503-244-4728 or www.journeyintofreedom.org.
     The Listening and The Violet Burning in concert, The Venetian Theater, 241 First Ave. W., Albany.  www.lamconcerts.com.
      7 p.m., King of Glory Ministries presents Deborahs Arise with speaker Pastor Julia Neufeld, Rodeway Inn, 9727 N.E. Sandy Blvd., Portland.  For females of all ages, to equip women leaders. 888-220-3701 or www.kgministries.com.
      7 p.m., 50th anniversary celebration for Grant Avenue Baptist Church, first of three consecutive days, at the church, 1625 N.W. Grant Ave., Corvallis.   Includes reception tonight, golf tournament, family activities and dinner on Saturday, and special focus during Sunday worship.  541-757-7497.
      7 to 9:30 p.m., The Blended Family Road Trip, first of two consecutive days, Fellowship Hall at New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas.  Presented by Charlie and Maxine Marsolini and Gil and Brenda Stuart, this seminar promotes healthy blended families.   Continues from 9 a.m .to 5 p.m. Saturday. $35 per couple, includes Saturday lunch.  503-761-9773 or pat.wilhelm@comcast.net.
      7 to 9:30 p.m., Women of Faith 2006 conference, first of two consecutive days, Rose Garden arena, Portland, with theme, "Contagious Joy." Speakers include Luci Swindoll, Sheila Walsh, Patsy Clairmont, Marilyn Meberg and Thelma Wells, and guests Carol Kent, Robin McGraw, Kathy Troccoli and Donna VanLiere. 1-888-49-FAITH or www.womenoffaith.com.

Saturday, October 14
    Upward Trails ministry’s outing along the Wilson River.  A four- to seven-miile easy hike to explore fall colors. 503-644-2344, 
      8:30 a.m., One-Day Partnership Seminar, City Bible Church 217 Campus, 11765 SW Pacific Highway, Tigard.  503-255-2225.
     9 a.m. to noon, Courageous Moms — Raising Boys to Become Good Men, a seminar presented by Rick Johnson of Better Dads, Parkrose High School, 12003 N.E. Shaver St., Portland. $25 per person; scholarships available. Free childcare provided. 503-665-2761 or www.betterdads.net.
     10 a.m. to 1 p.m., National Christian College Fair (Central Oregon), Westside Christian Church, 2051 N.W. Shevlin Park Road, Bend.. Representatives from more than 50 Christian colleges and universities will share information. Parents encouraged to attend and take part in financial aid planning sessions to prepare students for paying for college. 503-517-1021 or http://naccap.org/college_fairs.html
     10:30 a.m., 10-year anniversary for Oasis Christian Center Seventh-day Adventist Church, meeting in Clark County, Wash.  360-882-1842 or www.oasislive.org.
     11:30 a.m., Full Gospel Women’s Fellowship Luncheon, Lighthouse Mission Church, 337 N. 47th Ave., Portland.  Free luncheon; freewill offering taken.  Both men and women welcome.  503-297-1243.
     5 to 7 p.m., Oktoberfest Dinner, Trinity Lutheran Church, 16000 S. Henrici Road, Oregon City.  German cuisine and live German music. All ages welcome.  Freewill donations support a church mission team going to Belize in June 2007. 503-632-5554.
     6:30 p.m., Soul Safari, the third annual U.S. banquet for Portland-based Open Arms International, ballroom at Oregon Zoo, Portland. 503-296-9989 or www.openarmsinternational.com.
     7 p.m., Oregon Northwest Black Pioneers presents the staged performance Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats, Elsinore Theater, 170 High St. S.E., Salem.  $25. Reception follows; wear your favorite church hat. 503-375-3574 or 503-540-4063.
      7:30 p.m., Seminar examining media coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Central Lutheran Church, 1820 N.E. 21st Ave., Portland.  Speaker is journalist Alison Weir.  Free admission.  503-284-2331 or office@centralportland.org.

Sunday, October 15
     10:45 a.m., Kids at Risk Ministry, Hinson Church, 1137 S.E. 20th Ave., Portland. Presentation of Hinson's ministry to children on the edge in the metro area and around the world.  503-232-1156.
     11 a.m., Investment seminar, Sunset Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 14986 N.W. Cornell Road, Portland. For unconventional success in personal investing. 503-292-9293.
     1 to 3 p.m. Vegetarian cooking class, Salem Seventh-day Adventist Church Community Services Center, 1860 Summer St. N.E., Free admission. Free samples and recipes.  To register, phone 503-364-4626.
      Missions Potluck, Central Bible Church dining room, 8815 N.E. Glisan St., Portland.  503-257-7633.

Monday, October 16
      6 to 8:30 p.m., National Christian College Fair (Portland South), Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin.. Representatives from more than 50 Christian colleges and universities will share information. Parents encouraged to attend and take part in financial aid planning sessions to prepare students for paying for college. 503-554-2248 or http://naccap.org/college_fairs.html

Tuesday, October 17
     Association of Christian Schools International’s Northwest Region’s Junior High Leadership Conference for grades seven and eight, Willamette Christian School, 2500 W. 18th Ave., Eugene. 360-256-5860.
     CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest Deeper Prayer Summit, first of two consecutive days, Camp Tadmor near Lebanon.  Theme is “Living in Covenant Community.” 503-669-1515 or www.cbnw.org.
     6 to 8:30 p.m., National Christian College Fair (Portland North), gymnasium at Portland Christian High School, 12425 N.E. San Rafael St., Portland. Representatives from more than 50 Christian colleges and universities will share information. Parents encouraged to attend and take part in financial aid planning sessions to prepare students for paying for college. 503-517-1021 or http://naccap.org/college_fairs.html
     6:30 to 9 p.m., Creation Science Network presentation for children in kindergarten through fifth grades on “Creation, Dinosaurs and Cavemen,” La Center Evangelical Free Church, 111 E. Seventh St., La Center.  Presenter is Bob Knopf.  Free to the public. 360-263-2217,
     7:30 p.m., Fall concert by Corban College concert and jazz bands, on the college campus, 5000 Deer Park Drive S.E., Salem.  503-375-7018.

Wednesday, October 18
     9 a.m. to noon, George Fox Evangelical Seminary presents a workshop, Organic Community: The Chemistry of Belonging, George Fox University’s Portland Center campus, 12753 S.W. 68th Ave., Tigard.  Speaker is author and enterpreneur Joseph Myers, owner of the consulting firm FrontPorch. $25 per person, or $20 each for students, alumni or two or more peole from the same church.  Also lunch available for $10.  Part of the seminary’s “Ministry in Contemporary Culture” seminar series. Register by Oct. 10 at 503-554-6150 or go to seminary.georgefox.edu.
     Vicki Norris of Restoring Order speaking to pastors’ conference, at Samaritan Albany General Hospital, 1046 Sixth Ave. S.W., Albany. Topic is “Reclaim Your Life.” 503-625-5774 or www.restoringorder.com.
      6:30 to 9 p.m., Creation Science Network presentation on “The Truth About Creation and Evolution,” La Center Evangelical Free Church, 111 E. Seventh St., La Center.  Presenter is Bob Knopf.  Free to the public. 360-263-2217.  

Thursday, October 19
      Marriage Enhancement Retreat sponsored by St. Johns All Nations Church of God in Christ of Vancouver, Wash., first of three consecutive days, Bonneville Hot Springs Resort, 1252 E, Cascade Drive, North Bonneville, Wash. Led by Pastor Cliff and Diana Chappell. 503-247-8337 or 360-721-4214.
      4 to 5:30 p.m. Opening reception for Consequence of Memory — The Art of Nils Lou, an exhibit that runs through Nov. 15, Minthorne Gallery on George Fox University’s Newberg campus.  Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.  Free admission. 503-538-8383.
     4 to 7 p.m., Benefit carnival, Presbyterian Church of Laurelhurst, 925 N.E. 33rd Ave., Portland.  Carnival games, with tickets just 25 cents each.  Popcorn and sno-cones served.  Those attending encouraged to wear costumes.  Proceeds benefit United Nations Children’s Fund.  503-232-9129 or www.laurelpres.org.
     5:45 p.m. 2006 Harvest Banquet and Silent Auction to benefit Union Gospel Mission of Salem, 200 Commercial St. S.E., Salem. Testimonies, reports and music from the “Men with a Mission” choir. 503-362-3983 or www.ugmsalem.org.
     6 p.m., Gospel Music Workshop featuring Steven Roberts and Dorothy Love-Thornton & the Sacramento Metropolitan Mass Choir, first of two consecutive evenings, Maranatha Church of God, 4222 N.E. 12th, Portland.  Followed by Celebration Concert at 6 p.m. Sunday.  $20 worskhop fee, or $15 each for groups of 10 or more, or $80 family rate.  360-695-7605 or 503-283-0492 or 503-288-8342.
      7 to 8:30 p.m., Adoption seminar presented by PLAN Loving Adoptions Now of McMinnville, Emerald Bible Fellowship, 1855 Cal Young Road, Eugene.   Free informational meeting on how  to adopt and how to finance adoption.  503-472-8452.
      7:30 p.m., George Fox University Symphonic Band in concert, Bauman Auditorium on the Newberg campus.  503-538-8383.

Friday, October 20
     Women’s Conference featuring Ann Sullivan, first of three days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center, Cannon Beach. Sullivan is coordinator of women’s ministries at Elmbrook Church in Brookfield, Wisc. Contemporary music by Lisa Reiff. 503-436-1501 or www.cbcc.net.
     Women's Retreat sponsored by Crossroads Community Church, Vancouver, Wash., first of two consecutive days, at Tolovana Inn, Cannon Beach. 800-817-7708.
     Dayspring Recovery Ministries’ “Jump Start” couples intensive workshop, first of three consecutive days, 11515 S.W. Pacific Hwy., Tigard. 503-244-4350 or www.dayspringrecovery.com.
     Grief Recovery Retreat sponsored by Beginning Experience, first of three consecutive days, The Griffin Center, 11957 S.E. Fuller Road, Milwaukie. For the separated, divorced and widowed or anyone who has lost a loved one.  Incluldes presentations by team members, periods for private personal reflection and small-group dialogues. $175 includes room, meals and resource materials.  Partial scholarships available.  503-390-7971 or 503-255-5322.
     6:30 p.m., Teen Aglow program with special music, Shiloh Fellowship, 10709 S.E. 10th St., Vancouver, Wash.  360-828-8292.
     6:30 p.m., Northwest Women’s Conference, first of two consecutive days, New Beginnings Christian Center.  Continues 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday.  Hosted by Pastor Lisa Makowski with special guest Joanna Weaver, author of Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World. $15 includes lunch.  503-256-6050.
       7 p.m., Liberty, Southern Gospel quartet from Boise, Idaho, in concert, at Linfield College, McMinnville.
      7:30 p.m., Concert by Corban College’s string ensemble, concert choir and chamber choir, at the college, 5000 Deer Park Drive S.E., Salem. Free admission. Half the evening is dedicated to string performances, and the other half is reserved for vocal offerings.  503-375-7018.
     Switchfoot in concert, Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W. Burnside, Portland.  www.switchfoot.com.
     8 p.m. Superchic(k), Sanctus Real, John Reuben and Last Tuesday in concert, Table Rock Fellowship, 3610 N. Pacific Hwy., Medford.  541-245-2612 or shows@crosseyesconcerts.com.

Saturday, October 21
      Upward Trails ministry’s outing to Tamanawas Falls near Mount Hood.  An 11-mile moderate hike.  503-668-8950.
     8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oregon Christian Writers’ Fall One-Day Writers Conference featuring keynote speaker Stephen Bly, Multnomah Bible College, 8435 N.E. Glisan St., Portland..Bly, the author of more than 95 books, is pastor of Winchester Community Church in Winchester, Idaho, and mayor of that town. A wide range of workshop sessions on writing topics. $8 for OCW members and $30 for non-members. Add $5 if registered after Oct. 14.  Buffet lunch available for $6 if reserved by Oct. 14.  503-393-3356 or djbeyoung@yahoo.com or www.oregonchristianwriters.org.
     8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Samaritan Counseling Centers presents Coming Home to Yourself: Women in the Second Half of Life, a workshop for women older than 50, Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive, Lake oswego.  Presented by Bernadette Dominguez, R.N., M.S.N., and Penny Christianson, Psy. D., Includes continental breakfast and lunch. $119 if registered by Oct. 7, $139 after thate day.  503-281-3318 or www.sccpdx.org.
     Great Oregon Divot (G.O.D.) golf tournament to benefit High Desert Christian College of Bend and Children’s Evangelism Fellowship, Juniper Golf Club, 139 S.E. Sisters Ave., Redmond.  541-318-1898 or 541-390-3873.
     9 to 11:30 a.m., Monthly meeting of Design Science Association, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. Vern Bissell speaking on new book, “Genetic Entropy: The Mysteryof the Genome.” pdxdsa.org.
     6 p.m., India Partners’ Vision and Fundraising Banquet Compassion and Miracles, at Portland Airport Embassy Suites Hotel, 7800 N.E. 82nd Ave., Portland. India Partners is a non-profit Christian international relief and development agency that serves the basic needs of the people in India. Dr. Iris Paul, director of Reaching Hand Society, Orissa, India, will be a keynote speaker. Public welcome, but reservations required at 1-877-87-INDIA or donna@indiapartners.org.

Sunday, October 22
     3 p.m., Christian author Rick Johnson of Better Dads speaking at the Northwest Women’s Show, Oregon Convention Cente,r Portland.  He will present a condensed version of his popular seminar: Courageous Moms: Teaching Boys to Become Good Men.   503-665-3761 or www.betterdads.net.
     3 p.m., 25th Anniversary Kickoff Concert for Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra, Good Shepherd Community Church, 28986 S.E. Haley Road, Boring. $25 adult, $20 senior, $5 students. 503-234-4077 or www.columbiasymphony.org.
      6 p.m., Caedmon’s Call in concert, Village Baptist Church, 330 S.W. Murray Blvd., Beaverton.  503-653-6411.
     6 to 8 p.m., Hymn and Gospel Sing featuring “Set Free,” “Recycled,” and “Riverside” quartets and more, Beaverton Christian Church, 13600 S.W. Allen Blvd., Beaverton. Free admission.  503-646-2151.
      Evening, Touring Music Team from Bob Jones University of South Carolina, Westgate Baptist Church, 12930 S.W. Scholls Ferry Road, Tigard. 503-524-3500

Monday, October 23
     Salem-based evangelist Reid Saunders speaking at a missions conference for Salem, first of five days, Corban College, Salem. www.corban.edu.
     10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Exhibit of watercolors by retired art professor Bar Morse, first day of show that runs through Nov. 24, Lindgren Gallery on George Fox University’s Newberg campus.  Free admission.  503-538-8383.

Tuesday, October 24
     9 a.m., Pastor Appreciation Breakfast sponsored by Multnomah Biblical Seminary, Christian Supply and KPDQ radio, Holiday Inn Portland Airport, 8439 N.E. Columbia Blvd., Portland.  Free to pastors, associates and spouses.  Featured speakers are Bob Lepine, co-host of Family Life Today, and Joel Rosenberg.  Musical worship led by Shannon Wexelberg.  Make reservations by 5 p.m. Oct. 20 at 503-652-8125 or register@kpdq.com.
     Luis Palau Association’s Next Generation Allliance’s Innovative Evangelism conference, first of three days, Cedar Mill Bible Church, 12208 N.W. Cornell Road, Portland. Presenters include evangelists Luis Palau, Mike Silva and Jose Zayas; authors Pat Palau, Mark Mittelberg and Donald Miller; youth-centered ministry leaders Stephen Baldwin, Jay Haizlip and Greg Stier, and ministry outreach specialists Kevin Palau, Billy Zabka and Brock Gill. $199 if registered by Aug. 31; $214 after that date. One-day fee is $55. 1-888-877-5847 or www.ngateamcom.
      7 p.m., Informational meeting on, Soul Safari, Open Arms International’s March 2007 outreach to Kenya, at the ministry offices, 5656 S.W. Humphrey, Portland. 503-296-9989 or www.openarmsinternational.org.

Wednesday, October 25
     11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Dare2Share Ministries presents Game Day preview training lunch for youth ministry leaders, Cedar Mill Bible Church, 1208 N.W. Cornell Road, Portland. Featuring Dare2hare founder Greg Stier.  Free.  1-800-462-8355 or www.dare2share.org/seattle.

Thursday, October 26
      Couples Retreat, first of three consecutive days, Apostolic Faith Church, 217 S.W. Court St.,  Dallas.  Contact Mark Worthington, 503-623-2690.
     Walking the Path of Peace, a Pacific Northwest regional peace gathering, first of two consecutive days, Albany Mennonite Church, 3405 Kizer Ave. N.E., Albany,  Co-sponsored by the Pacific Northwest Mennonite Conference and the Mennonite Church USA.   Keynote speaker is Ched Myers of Bartimaus Cooperative Ministries of California.  Bible study leader is Perry Yoder, professor at Mennonite Biblical Seminary, Elkhart, Ind.  Fourteen different workshops on peace issues. 717-399-8353 or 541-926-1443 or peace.mennolinl.org/resources/gathering2006.
      7:30 p.m., George Fox University drama presents the musical The Secret Garden, first of seven performances through Nov. 5, Wood-Mar Auditorium on the Newberg campus.  Based on the children’s novel by Francis Hodgson Burnett.  Also at 7:30 p.m. Occt. 27 and 28 and Nov. 2-4, and 2 p.m .Nov. 5.  $10 general admission, $8 for seniors or George Fox alumni, and $6 for students or children younger than 12.  503-554-3844 or theater.georgefox.edu.

Friday, October 27
     9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fundraising rummage sale to mark the closing of the non-profit Still Waters Christian Bookstore, first of two consecutive days,  227 Main Ave., in Gresham. Owners Steve and Jonna Donais are moving the store to Seattle where they will help  raise support for a new Bible college there.  503-667-6000.
      Conference on HIV/AIDS presented by New Wine, New Wineskins, first of two consecutive days, Multnomah Biblical Seminary, 8435 N.E. Glisan St. 503-251-6767.
     25th anniversary celebration for Glide Seventh-day Adventist Church, first of two consecutive days, at the church, 19805 N. Umpqua Hwy., Glide.  Vespers service tonight, worship service and dinner Saturday.  541-957-5461 or punches@rio.com.
     6:30 p.m. Monthly non-denominational worship, prayer and light soup and bread supper sponsored by Restoration Fellowship, at Restoration Community, S.E. 52nd and Flavel Street, Portland. Contact Don Duilio at 503-518-2171.
     7:30 p.m., Annual Community-Wide Women’s Conference featuring gospel singer and KPDQ radio host Georgene Rice, first of two consecutive days, Woodland Presbyterian Church, 756 Park St., Woodland, Wash. Tonight is a concert that men are welcome to attend as well. Saturday events, limited to women only, are from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Rice will address the theme, “Becoming a Woman of Excellence.” Lunch also included. $25 for both days by Sept. 30, $30 after that date. Concert tickets only $10 in advance, $15 at the door. 360-225-8941 or bbos2@juno.com.
     7:30 p.m., An Evening with Joel Osteen, Key Arena, Seattle. Osteen is pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, the nation’s largest church, and author of Your Best Life Now. 888-870-7322 or www.joelosteen.com.
     Seminar by the Sea, first of three days, Twin Rocks Friends Camp and Conference Center, Rockaway Beach. $185 deluxe accommodations, $140 regular, $10 discount if registered by Oct. 1.  Topic is “Quakerism and Holiness,” led by Carole Spencer of Reedwood Friends Church in Portland and George Fox Evangelical Seminary. 503-355-2284 or www.twinrocks.org.
     Annual, Hoe Down, First Baptist Church of Newberg, 1619 E. Second St., Newberg.  503-538-7468.

Saturday, October 28
     Upward Trails ministry’s outing on the Falls Creek Loop.  Visiting a 250-foot double falls, then a 120-foot hidden falls with a lage pool.  Wear good boots.. 503-668-8950.
      8:30 a.m., One-Day Partnership Seminar, City Bible Church Rocky Butte Campus, 9200 N.E. Fremont St., Portland.  503-255-2224.
     8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Breakthru seminar with Evelyn Diment, for spiritual and emotional healing, East Hill Foursquare Church, 539 N. Main, Gresham. 503-661-4444, ext. 550.
     9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Single Adult Ladies’ Spa Day, Peoples Church, 4500 Lancaster Drive N.E., Salem.  A day of pampering for widowed, divorced or never-married women.  503-304-4000.
     9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Fair to benefit scholarships for students at Cascade College and Columbia Christian Schools, in the college gym, 9101 E. Burnside, Portland. Handcrafted items, holiday gifts and decorations, goys, pie and coffee, and more. Silent auctions throughout the day.  503-761-3601.
     5 p.m., The Gospel Brass in concert, Central Salem Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1330 Summer St. N.E., Salem. Free admission 503-364-4626.
      6 p.m., Institute for Creation Science, Powell Valley Covenant Church, 1335 S.E. 282nd Ave., Gresham.  J.D. Mitchell, institute director, will lead a program and investigation into “Millions of Years – Where Did They Come From?” featuring the research of Terry Mortenson 503-665-1072, www.creationengineeringconcepts.org.
      Evening, Christian Social Dance Association’s Fall Party, Paradise Ballroom, 826 S.E. Belmont St., Portland. 503-341-7398 or www.christiansocialdance.org.     7 p.m., Second annual Harvest Festival, New Life @ Glendoveer Church, 15150 N.E. Glisan St., Portland.  Vegetarian (chili) dinner, a baked goods silent auction, games, "Harvest" themed pictures, a chance to throw a pie in the pastor's face, and more games.  http://glendoveer.org.
     7:30 p.m. Discussion and documentary film on the effects of media coverage of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, Central Lutheran Church, 1820 N.E. 21st Ave., Portland. Moderated by Diane Adkin, Global Exchange visit to the Middle East.  Free admission.  503-284-2331 or office@centralportland.org.

Sunday, October 29
      Reformation Sunday, marking the Protestant Reformation led by Martin Luther with his 95 theses nailed to the church door at Wittenburg, Germany in 1517.
     2006 Missions Convention, first of eight consecutive days, Portland Christian Center, 5700 S.W. Dosch Road, Portland.  Theme is “Exalted Among the Nations.”  Field reports from missionaries, videos and presentations, special music with choir, solos and orchestra.  503-245-7735 or www.pcctoday.com.
     3 p.m., Concert by piano duo Maria Choban and Kenneth Willson, First Presbyterian Church, 1200 S.W. Alder St., Portland. $10 adult, $5 students or senior citizens. 503-228-7331 or www.fpcpdx.org.
  3 p.m., Healing Hurting Hearts workshop led by Portland radio co-hosts and authors, Joanne and Don Petrie, Trinity Lutheran Church, 500 N. Second St., Silverton. The workshop deals with grief from a variety of sources: loss of a spouse due to death or divorce, loss of job, loss of a relationship, loss of home and other significant losses. Both the Petries lost their first spouses to sudden deaths. She is an ordained minister and hospice chaplain; he is a professional educator with advance degrees in counseling and psychology. They host a program on KPDQ radio. $10 if registered by Oct. 7, $15 after that date. Includes a dinner that follows the workshop. 503-874-9481 or trinityevents@wildblue.net.
      4 p.m,, I Could Sing of His Love Forever, a concert of mixed musical presentations, Trinity Lutheran Church, 16000 S. Henrici Road, Oregon City. Adult chamber choir and orchestra with music from different time periods, genres and styles; trumpeter Jan Iverson of Pullman, Wash., and recording artist and guitarist Gary Lowery leading praise singing.  Also showing of local Christian art.  Freewill offering to benefit LOVE Inc. of Clackamas County, a coalition of churches serving the needy.  503-632-5554.
  4 to 6 p.m., Harvest Party, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 1770 Baxter Road S., Salem.  Bible-based games and activities for children.  Hot dogs and snacks available for purchase.  Friendly costumes option.  Free admission; freewill offering taken to benefit Doernbecher Children’s Hospital of Portland.  503-399-8601 or www.oursaviorssalem.org.
     Harvest Festival, gymnasium at Mountain Park Church, 40 McNary Parkway, Lake Oswego.  Games, live music, and food.  Non-scary costumes welcome.  503-635-3443.

Monday, October 30
      Northwest Baptist Convention’s Senior Adult Christian Life Conference, first of three consecutive days, Cannon Beach location to be announced.   Bible Study leader is Bruce Sloan, director of missions for the convention’s Interstate Baptist Association.  Guest appearance by Christian musician Tim Lovelace, part of the Gaither Homecoming Family.  360-882-2103 or 509-238-7955.  

Tuesday, October 31
     Many churches will have “Harvest Party” alternatives to Halloween celebrations.
      Noon, Corban College Masterworks Expo, a free educational opportunity for the community, focusing today on Mozart, Psalm Center for the Performing Arts on the college campus, 5000  Deer Park Drive S.E..  503-375-7018.
     4 to 10 p.m., Hallelujah Carnival, New Beginnings Christian Center, 3300 N.E. 172nd Place and Sandy Blvd., Gresham. $5 for unlimited rides and games.  503-256-6050.
     5:30 to 8 p.m., Candyland for children of all ages, Central Bible Church, 8815 N.E. Glisan St., Portland.  Costume contest, games, pie judging, door prizes.  503-252-1424, ext. 120.

     5:30 to 8;30 p.m., 13th annual Kids Carnival Celebration for nursery-age through fifth grade, Dayspring Fellowship, 1755 Lockhaven Drive, Keizer.   About 25 game and activity booths as well as a free bag of candy for each child.   Door prizes every 15 minutes throughout the evening.  Dinner available at reasonable cost.  Free admission; game tickets 10 cents each.  503-390-3900, Ext. 328.
      Fall Fiesta, Tucker Hall at Gladstone First Baptist Church, 6125 Caldwell Road, Gladstone.503-654-1660.
    Harvest Fest, Highland Christian Center, 7600 N.E. Glisan St., Portland.  503-287-9567.
     6 to 9 p.m., A-maze-ing Harvest Festival 2006 featuring “The Rubber Chicken Guy,” comedian David duChemin of Canada, gymnasium of Portland Christian Center, 5700 S.W. Dosch Road, Portland. Giant indoor maze, super inflatable games, candy and prizes. Free admission. 503-245-7735 or www.pcctoday.com or www.rubberchickenguy.com.

    6:30 to 9 p.m., Great Northwest Harvest Party for preschool through fifth grade, First Church of God, 3300 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash.  Games, face painting, event booths, a prize store and more than 60,000 pieces of candy. Children must be chaperoned by an adult.  Free.  360-574-1611, exxt. 6903 or www.vanfcog.org.
     7 to 9 p.m., Rollin’ Gospel Holy Ghost Concert and Skate with contemporary Gospel and country music by Riny Horst, Kathy Ashley Horst and Kelly Huddleston, Oaks Park, foot of Spokane Street, Portland. $5. 503-335-3132 or 503-233-5777.