FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1

Singer Johnny Ray Watson featured at Columbia County Christian Men’s Retreat, first of two days, Larry Steele’s Sports Camp, Vernonia. Pastor Grant Williams of Venonia Community Church is featured speaker. $40 per person. 503-397-1561.

“The Seven Secrets of Effective Fathers” conference, first of two days, Good Shepherd Community Church, 28986 S.E. Haley Road, Boring. Suggested donation, $25. Sponsored by Good Shepherd Counseling Ministry and presented by Rick Johnson, an instructor trained by the National Center for Fathering. 503-663-5050, ext. 236.

Generation Unleashed 2002 Youth Conference, City Bible Church, 9200 NE Fremont, Portland, with Judah Smith of City Church, Kirkland, Wash., as guest speaker. Continues through Saturday, Feb. 2. Contact Pastor Doug Lasit, 503-2511094, or visit website, www.genunleased.com <http://www.genunleased.com>

High School Visitors’ Day, Western Mennonite School, 9045 Wallace Rd., NW in Salem. 503-363-2000

7 to 9 p.m., Relationships Care Group. Rolling Hills Community Church. 3550 SW Boreland Rd., Tualatin. A six week group meeting using the popular video series by Dr.’s Les and Leslie Parrott, “Relationships”. Cost: $10 for workbook. Couples, singles and all ages welcome. For registration information contact: Bev Lozier MA Counseling 503-731-9212 or e-mail at Lozero@qwest.net.

7 p.m., FireGate Ministries at Burcham’s House, Burcham’s home in Hillsboro, 7905 SW Rood Bridge Rd, 503-640-6632 or 360-566-8186 (call for directions)

7:30 to 9 p.m., Westside Singles Ministry featuring speaker Kathy Becker, Village Baptist Church, 330 S.W. Murray Blvd., Beaverton. Sponsored by seven Westside churches. Becker is involved in singels and women's ministry. Topic is "The Need for Security in Our Lives." Worship music by the Jeff Miller Band. 503-643-6511, ext. 283 or ccob@iglide.net

9 p.m., Jonathan Varnell and Holly Resnick performing folk and rock, Beavertown Town Square Starbucks, 11405 S.W. Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy., Beaverton. 503-626-6549 or JavaJams@yahoo.com

Saturday, FEBRUARY 2

Upward Trails Advanced Beginner Cross-Country Ski Tour through Bennett Pass. This 5 mile tour has nice view and a great ‘practice’ hill. For meeting info., call Jackie at 503-663-0311 or Trudy at 503-648-9267.

Chapel service at George Fox University, Newberg Campus. Theme “Evangelical: The Word-Centered Life.”

9 a.m. to noon, ACTS (A Chance to Serve) Missions Conference, Children's Center East of East Hill Fousquare Church, 539 N. Main St., Gresham. $5 advance, $6 at the door. 503-661-4444.

9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Western Baptist College’s second annual “Woman to Woman” Conference, at the college, 5000 Deer Park Drive S.E., Salem. Keynote speaker is Nancie Carmichael, former editor of Virtue Magazine. Theme is “Desperate for God.” Cost is $35, including lunch. 503-375-7010.

10 a.m. to noon, Heritage Adoption Services seminar on Christian adoptions from Haiti, Cedaroak Park Elementary School, West Linn. 503-233-1099.

7 p.m., Only Worship and Praise presents “Psallo” in concert, at Portland Temple Wings of Healing, 2030 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., Portland. Free. 503-650-7740.

7 to 9 p.m., City Wide Worship and Prayer sponsored by Russel Cederberg, New Song Church Community Center, 2511 N.E. MKL. Jr. Blvd., Portland. Call 503-247-8102 for more information.

8 to midnight, lessons at 7, Singles Dance at Chemeketa Community College in Salem, sponsored by Christian connection Ministries. $7 per person, dress is casual, 503-856-9022.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3

Super Bowl SUNDAY. Some churches may sponsors special men's gatherings.

Church School SUNDAY, Western Mennonite School, 9045 Wallace Rd, NW in Salem. 503-363-2000

10 a.m., 5 p.m., Norm Franz of Ascention Ministries, first at Renewed Hope Church, Vancouver, then El Shaddai, Portland. Franz is the author of Money and Wealth in the New Millennium and will be speaking on “One Accord” MONDAY through Friday on 1290 KKSL. Call 503-247-8102 for more information.

10:30 a.m., Singles Ministry presents “Trusting God Thru the Valley of the Shadow of Death” Pavel Frantchuk’s Testimony at Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 SW Borland Road., Tualatin, 503-638-5900.

1:30 p.m., Super Bowl Party for men and boys, Newberg Christian Church, 2315 Villa Road, Newberg. Special halftime speaker is Derek Neslund, former Portland State University football player. Also features chili feed, miniature golf, board games and more. 503-538-3104.

6 p.m., Protestant Committee on Scouting honors dinner, First United Methodist Church, S.W. 18th and Jefferson, Portland. This event recognizes Scouts who have received the “God & Country” emblem. Featured speaker is David Crowe, executive director of Lake Oswego-based “Restore America.” 503-636-0044 or 503-225-5731.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4

Church of God of Oregon and Southwest Washington’s Annual Ministers/Spouses Retreat, first of four days, at the Holiday Inn in Newport. Guest speaker/resource leader is Steve Stevens, clinical psychologist and KPDQ radio host. 1-800-873-7729.

3 p.m., CB Northwest (Conservative Baptists) Youth Workers Retreat 2002, Camp Tadmor, near Lebanon, Ore. with Don and Char Ferris of Eagles Wings ministry in Santa Cruz, Calif. Cost: $50. Continues through Wednesday, Feb. 6. Call Jennifer Bertz, Camp Tadmor, (541) 451-4219.

Tuesday, FEBRUARY 5

12 noon, Norm Franz of Ascention Ministries, FBGMI Luncheon, Radisson Hotel, Portland. Franz is the author of Money and Wealth in the New Millennium and will be speaking on “One Accord” MONDAY through Friday on 1290 KKSL. Call 503-247-8102 for more information.

wednesday, FEBRUARY 6

Chapel service at George Fox University, Newberg Campus. Focusing on the recent “Winter Serve” trips taken by many George Fox students.

11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Woman to Woman Luncheon” featuring Sue Kirby, First Baptist Church’s Annex Building, 1220 S.W. Taylor, Portland. Kirby’s topic is “Celebrate the Ordinary.” Box lunch available for $4. 503-848-8630 or www.fbc-portland.org <http://www.fbc-portland.org> .

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7

5:30 to 7:30 a.m., Friends of the Carpenter ministry's "Woodworker Show and Tell" breakfast, Vancouver, Wash. location. Phone 360-750-4752 for details.

10 a.m., Randy White of IVCF Fresno (Calif.) Institute for Urban Leadership, will speak during chapel at Multnomah Bible College & Biblical Seminary held in Central Bible Church auditorium, 8815 N.E. Glisan St., Portland. 503-255-0332.

77:30 p.m., “Paper Wings,” first of nine stage performances, Hope Theater, 1807 N.E. 39th Ave., Portland. Also Feb. 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23. 503-282-2810.

friday, FEBRUARY 8

Sweetheart Weekend, first of three days, Christian Renewal Center, 22444 North Fork Road, SE, Silverton, 503-873-6743

National Pastors’ Wives Retreat, first of three days, sponsoredy by Western Seminary’s Women’s Center for Ministry and Crista Women’s Ministry. Located at Alderbrook Resort in Union, Wash.. Featured Speakers: Jill Briscoe and Judy Briscoe Golz, Ph. D. Registration deadline Jan. 25. 800-547-4546, ext. 1931.

Living Life Out of Call: Where is God Inviting Us to put our life energy?” first of three days, sponsored by Journey Into Freedom, 4620 S.W. Caldew St., #E, Portland. 503-244-4728. Open workshop in the Portland Area. 503-244-4728.

Youth winter retreat for 6th to 8th graders at Camp Arrah Wanna, Welches, sponsored by American Baptist Churches of Oregon. Cost: $45. Continues SATURDAYand SUNDAY, Feb. 9-10. Call Pastor Gail Vonada, 503-228-7465.

Chapel service at George Fox University, Newberg Campus. A special Friday service of praise and worship.

11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Laurel Wreath Tea Fundraiser to benefit Veritas School of Newberg, first of two days, Newberg Christian Church, 2315 N. Villa Road. Continues from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. $7.50 in advance, $8.50 at the door. 503-538-1962.

Northwest Intercessor’s Workshop, first of two days, featuring the teaching ministry of Rev. Bradley Stuart from Port Elizabeth, South Africa. $15. Walnut Grove Church, 6004 N.E. 72nd Ave., Vancouve, Wash. . 360-256-1140 or 360-699-7208.

Singles Praise & Worship Night, East Hill Foursquare Church, 539 N. Main, Gresham. For more information, call 503-661-4444.

6 p.m., LibertySouthern Gospel Quartet from Boise, Ida. performing, at Furst Baptist Church, Grass Valley, Ore., for church banquet. Call (208) 326-4102 to verify.

7 to 9 p.m., "Love and Harmony," a fund-raising concert to benefit Birthright of Hillsboro, Harvest Community Church, 21235 N.W. Quatana Road. Features music of "3 by Faith," a contemporary Christian trio, and guest speaker Mary Starrett, KPDQ radio talk host. $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 5 to 12, at the door. 503-628-0499. Birthright is an interdenominational, pro-life outreach helping women facing unplanned pregnancies. 503-648-6766.

7:30 to 9 p.m., Westside Singles Ministry featuring speaker James Gleason, Village Baptist Church, 330 S.W. Murray Blvd., Beaverton. Sponsored by seven Westside churches. Sendelback is on Young Life staff in HIllsboro. Topic is "The Importance of Making a Contribution to Others and Our Community." 503-643-6511, ext. 283 or ccob@iglide.net

9 p.m., “Sheer Bliss” performing, Beavertown Town Square Starbucks, 11405 S.W. Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy., Beaverton. 503-626-6549 or JavaJams@yahoo.com

saturday, FEBRUARY 9

Upward Trails “put on the shoes again” hike to Mirror Lake. Experience this lake in its winter clothing! 3.2 miles roundtrip with option to do 6.4 miles. For info. call Jim at 503-644-2344 or Dave at 503-668-8950.

8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oregon Christian Writers Winter One-Day Conference, Western Baptist College, 5000 Deer Park Drive S.E., Salem. Keynote speaker is Stanley Baldwin, Portland-area author and editor. $7 for students and members, $15 for non-members. 503-393-3356 or miholer@viser.net.

8:30 a.m., “The Power of Purposeful Prayer,” first of two days, Zion Lutheran Church, 301 S. River St., Newberg. Led by Pastor Walt Meinhart of Lutheran Brotherhood. Continues during 8:30 and 11 a.m. worship and 9:45 a.m. SUNDAY school on SUNDAY. 503-538-1344.

9 a.m., Winter Meeting, Capital City Chapter, Pacific Northwest Association of Church Libraries, West Hills Community Church, 1650 Brush College Road NW, Salem (cross Marion St. Bridge to West Salem, following Wallace Road to Brush College Road). Mary Lou McColloch, president, will speak on “Children’s Books Are for Everyone.” Also library tour, book sharing time, door prizes. Host: Vera Moehring.

10:30 a.m. Ring of Fire Bell Choir, Location TBA, Junior Academy, Hillsboro. This event is a partial concert/Church Worship service. Public is welcome.

2 p.m., Portland Chinese Gospel Center First Anniversary Thanksgiving Service, at the Chinese Christian Restaurant Pastoral Fellowship, 5415 S.E. Powell Blvd., Portland. Also installation of Pastor Lyrist Yip as PCGC general secretary. 503-236-2223.

6:30 p.m., Liberty Quartet from Boise, Idaho, performing, at Bend Nazarene Church, Bend, for banquet. Call (208) 326-4102 to verify.

7 to 9 p.m., “Jesus Walk” planning meeting, Gateway Izzy’s Restaurant, 1307 N.E. 102nd Ave., Portland. 503-262-8859 or 503-256-5775.

7 p.m., “In Spirit-In Truth” in concert, sponsored by ‘Only Praise and Worship’. 2030 SE Hawthorne Blvd in Portland. Admission is free. 503-650-7740

7 p.m., “Celi” dance featuring the local Irish band “Roughly Hewn”, hosted by Veritas School located at Newberg Christian Church, 2315 N. Villa Rd in Newberg. 503-538-1962.

8 to midnight, lessons at 7, Singles Dance at Camp Withycombe in Clackamas, sponsored by Christian connection Ministries. $6 per person, dress is casual, open to responsible teens, 503-972-3732.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10

8:30, 10 and 11:30 a.m., Steve Brock of Benny Hinn Ministries will be ministering, at New Beginnings Christian Center, 7600 NE Glisan in Portland.

10:30 a.m., Singles Ministry presents “When Hope Fades Away” with speaker Katherine Schoonhoven, Therapist at Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 SW Borland Road., Tualatin, 503-638-5900

11 a.m., 66th Annual Missionary Conference, Multnomah Bible College & Biblical Seminary, at Central Bible Church, 8815 N.E. Glisan, Portland. Theme: “To All People and Nations.” Plenary speaker, Ray Badgero, president of NAIM, Inc. Continues until Friday, Feb. 15. 503-255-0332.

6 p.m., Liberty Quartet from Boise, Idaho, in concert, Thurston Christian Church, Springfield, Ore. Call (208) 326-4102 to verify.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11

Chapel service at George Fox University, Newberg Campus. “And the Word Became Flesh”, a presentation by teacher and dramatist Ketih Ferrin.

10 a.m., Dramatic Scripture presentation by Keith Ferrin of “That You May Know” ministries of Seattle, George Fox University Newberg campus chapel service in Bauman Auditorium.

503-538-8383.

10 a.m. , A service of ashes and communion for the beginning of Lent, during regular MONDAY chapel service at George Fox University’s Portland Center campus, 12753 S.W. 68th Ave., Tigard. 503-554-6100.

Northwest Church Planters’ “Discover Assessment” event, first of four days, Canby Grove Conference Center, Canby. This is to help individuals and couples determine if God has gifted them to start and lead a church plant. 360-694-0096.

Tuesday, FEBRUARY 12

10:45 a.m. Ring of Fire Bell Choir by the Junior Academy, Hillsboro at the Holy Redeemer area school Assembly, 127 N. Portland Blvd, Portland, OR. This event is a full concert. Public is welcome. For more information, call 503-283-5197.

1 p.m. Ring of Fire Bell Choir by the Tualatin Valley Junior Academy of Hillsboro at the Errol Hassell Elementary School, 18100 S.W. Bany Rd., Aloha, . This event is a full concert. Public is welcome. Tualatin Valley Junior Academy is a private school sponsored by the Seventh-day Adventists. For more information, call 503-259-3845.

wednesday, FEBRUARY 13

Chapel service at George Fox University, Newberg Campus. George Fox President David Brandt speaking.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Valentine’s Day. Some churches may have special parties or observances.

10 a.m to 3 p.m., 30th Annual Quilting Workshop, first of three days, at Zion Mennoite Church, 6124 S. Whiskey Hill Rd. in Hubbard. 503-651-2274

7 p.m., Third THURSDAY night of Prayer and Intercession for revival sponsored by church @ 24/7, Portland Foursquare Rm 101, SE 13th and Ankeny St. in Portland, 503-236-4549

7:30 p.m. Point of Grace and FFH in concert, Salem Armory Tickets $25 and $19.50. 800-327-6921 or www.creationconcerts.com <http://www.creationconcerts.com> or www.comealive.com <http://www.comealive.com> .

friday, Feb. 15

First Baptist Church of Eugene’s 8th Annual All Church Singles Retreat, first of three days, at Camp Harlow in Eugene. Theme is “Building Intimacy with God As Father.” Guest speaker is Doug Easterday from Christ’s Center in Junction City. $65 if registered before Jan. 30, $75 after that date. Scholarships available. 541-342-2221 or 541-683-2039.

The Edge, College Winter Advance, first of three days, sponsored by Portland Christian Center. To be located at Mt. Hood. $75. Call 503-245-7735.

Middle School Winter Retreat, first of four days (President’s Holiday) sponsored by Sunset Presbyterian Church, 503-292-9293

Homecoming on George Fox University’s Newberg campus, first of three days. 503-538-8383.

Arts Week, first of 10 days, Tabor Heights United Methodist Church, 6161 S.E. Stark, Portland.

5:30 p.m., Gospel Echoes Northwest prison ministry auction and benefit sale, auction preview and haystack dinner with music,first of two days, Linn County Fairground and Expo Center, Albany. Admission is free. Dinner is served on donation basis. Resumes at 8:30 a.m. SATURDAYand continues throughout the day. 541-926-6222.

6:30 to 9:30 p.m., 15th annual Creation Conference sponsored by Creation Science Ministries of Oregon, Columbia Conference Center of Portland Airport Holiday Inn, 8439 N.E. Columbia Blvd. Continues from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. SUNDAY. Featured speakers are Carl Baught, founder and director of Creation Evidence Museum in Texas, Bill Gibbons, professor at Emmanuel College of Christian Studies in Arkansas, Lawrence Tisdall, founder of the Creation Science Association of Quebec,and Dennis Swift, pastor of Church for All Nations, Beaverton. All sessionsare $30 per family, or $20 person. Lower rates for the Friday evening and SATURDAYsession, separately. 503-524-5028 or www.nwcreation.org <http://www.nwcreation.org> .

G.R.A.C.E. Ministries women;’s conference featuring Kim Bolton, first of two days, Garden Valley Christian Assembly, Roseburg. 503-672-2042.

7 p.m., Point of Grace & FFH in concert, Medford Armory, $15-26, 541-826-5523

7 p.m. to midnight, Valentine’s Dance. Sponsored by Eugene Singles Ministry Cost undetermined. Contact 541-935-2112 or 541-344-6118 or e-mail EugnSinglesMnstry@excite.com for more information.

7 p.m., William Nicholsons Shadowlands, about C. S. Lewis life, presented by drama department, First Baptist Church, S.W. 12th & Taylor, Portland. Repeated Saturday, Feb. 16. Free admission; offering to support churchs performing arts center. 503-228-7465.

7 p.m., Mission Portland Singles Network sponsored dance, at Oaks Park Dance Pavillion. Focus is on character couples. Costumes OK if modest.

7:30 to 9 p.m., Westside Singles Ministry featuring speaker Mark Sendelback Village Baptist Church, 330 S.W. Murray Blvd., Beaverton. Sponsored by seven Westside churches. Becker is involved in singels and women's ministry.Topic is "The Need for Security in Our Lives." Worship music led by a Young Life group. 503-643-6511, ext. 283 or ccob@iglide.net

7:30 p.m., Oregon Nazarene District’s “Missions Weekend” for youth, first of two days, Beaverton Church of the Nazarene, 12555 S.W. 22nd, Beaverton. $7 includes Friday snack and SATURDAYbreeak and lunch. 503-643-6616.

7:30 p.m., Switchfoot concert at George Fox University Newberg campus in Bauman Auditorium. 503-538-8383, www.groundfloor.com <http://www.groundfloor.com>

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16

9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Children's Mission Conference, Grace Community Church, 800 S.E. Hogan Road, Gresham. Workshop topics includes prayer, "Wise Giving," African missions, and "You Are Never Too Young to Minister." The "Xtreme Team" will give demonstrations and share on their African outreach. $5 includes lunch. Contact Nina Hinden, 503-618-8487.

1 p.m., Linn Co. Women in Need Ministries monthly meeting with speaker Diane Kennedy, Phoenix Inn, 3410 Spicer Rd., S.E., in Albany. 541-451-4723

5 p.m., Chinese New Year Dinner/Program, Chinese Faith Baptist Church, N.E. 29th & Flanders St., Portland. Celebrating the Year of the Horse. 503-236-8225.

7 p.m. Justin McRoberts and "Trace" in concert, Alpenrose Opera House, 6149 S.W. Shattuck Road, Portland. Sponsored by Calvary Chapel of Portland. Free admission. 503-232-1569.

7 p.m., “Kaleo” in concert, sponsored by ‘Only Praise and Worship’. Portland Temple, 2030 SE Hawthorne Blvd. in Portland. Admission is free. 503-650-7740

7 p.m., Silvania Machado’s revival ministry, first of two days, Portland Airport Holiday Inn Columbia Convention Center. Continues at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. SUNDAY at the Greenwood Inn, Beaverton. Sponsored by Church for All Nations. 503-590-8327.

7 p.m. Mission Portland Singles Network Dance, Oaks Park Dance Pavlion, Portland. Theme is “Legendary Favorites.” www. mpsn.org.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17

Upward Trails Afternoon hike through Cascade Locks to Hardy Falls. Optional hike to Beacon Rock! Return to Charburger at dusk to eat and fellowhip and look throug hteh gift shop. For more info, call Karen at 503-667-3405.

9 and 10:45 a.m., Justin McRoberts in concert, Calvary Chapel of Portland, 7345 S.W. Barnes Road, Portland. Free admission. 503-232-1569.

10:30 a.m., Singles Ministry presents “What do you do when your world falls apart?” Sonja Hoekstra’s testimony at Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 SW Borland Rd., Tualatin, 503-638-5900.

11 a.m., Gospel Jamboree with singer, songwriter and evangelist Bill Carter, New Song Family Worship Center, 7112 N.E. 137th St., Vancouver, Wash. 360-573-0089.

4 p.m., Mormon Outreach, learn the differences between Christianity and Mormonism. Everyone welcome. First Church of God, 3300 NE 78th St., Vancouver, 360-574-1611.

7 p.m., Mario Murillo and special music by Helen Baylor, Portland Foursqure Church, SE 13th and Ankeny in Portland. 503-236-4549.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18

PRESIDENT’S DAY

10 a.m. Cultural Celebration Week observance in MONDAY chapel service at George Fox University’s Newberg campus, in Bauman Auditorium. This is an annual observance focusing on multicultural heritage, and is coordinated by the university’s Campus Ministries office. Continues in Wednesday’s chapel service, also in Bauman Auditorium. 503-538-8383.

10 a.m. , A service of ashes and communion for the beginning of Lent, during regular MONDAY chapel service at George Fox University’s Portland Center campus, 12753 S.W. 68th Ave., Tigard. 503-554-6100.

6 p.m., FEBRUARY Peace Supper sponsored by the Center for Peace Learning at George Fox University, Cap and Gown Room on the Newberg campus. $4. 503-538-8383.

7 p.m., Mario Murillo and special music by Helen Baylor, Portland Foursqure Church, SE 13th and Ankeny in Portland. 503-236-4549.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

7 p.m., Roots of Faith, David Dolan speaking, Author and MIddle East News Correspondent. Eugene Faith Center, 1410 West 13th, Eugene.

7 p.m., Friends of the Carpenter ministry's annual directors meetings, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 13th and Franklin streets, Vancouver, Wash. Election of officers will be held. All those interested in the ministry are encouraged to attend. 360-750-4752.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21

Northwest Ministry Expo, first of three days, First Assembly of God, 2817 Santiam Hwy., Albany. Presented by KHPE radio and co-sponsored by the Fisher-Ernst Group, Integrity Music, Peavery Electronics and Christian News Northwest. Keynote speaker is Jerry Lucas, memory expert and former pro basketball star. Praise and worship leader is Paul Baloche, Integrity Music artist. Booths, workshops, prizes. 541-926-2233.

Ministers Retreat, Oregon Christian Convention Conference Center, 5605 Jubilee Dr., S.E., Turner. First of three days. Call 503-743-2101 for more information.

Paul Baloche Concert, part of N.W. Ministry Expo, First Assembly of God, Albany. First of three days, THURSDAY is a free praise concert. For more information, call www.ministryexpo.com <http://www.ministryexpo.com> or 541-926-2233.

6-8 p.m., Chehalem Valley Academy open house, 715 S. River St., Newberg. For more information, please call 503-538-0851.

7 to 9 p.m., "Third THURSDAY" night of prayer and intercession for revival, sponsored by church@24/7, at Portland Foursquare Church Room 101, S.E. 13th and Ankeny St. in Portland. 503-236-4549 or burning@wa-net.com

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22

Assemblies of God Marriage Encounter Weekend, first of three days, at Grants Pass location. Non-refundable registration fee of $75. Space limited to 40 copies. For details, contact Bill and Janience Newell 541-772-5819 or pager at 541-814-0947.

World Vision International’s “30-Hour Famine” fundraiser, first of two days. This annual event involves more than half a million teenagers nationwide who voluntarily go without food for 30 hours while engaging in ministry activities with their church youth groups. 1-800-7-FAMINE or 503-293-6601, or access www.30hourfamine.org <http://www.30hourfamine.org> . Includes local rallies in Beaverton and Newberg. See story on Page 19.

Youth Winter Retreat for 9th-12th graders at Camp Arrah Wanna, Welches, sponsored by American Baptist Churches of Oregon. Cost: $45. Continues SATURDAYand SUNDAY, Feb. 23-24. Call Pasator Gail Vonada, 503-228-7465.

8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., “Building God’s Way” seminar on church or school construction, ABC Mary Tobias Training Center, 12256 S.W. Garden Place, Tigard. Free seminar, sponsored by Engineered Structures, Inc. 503-968-3118.

3 p.m., Cellist Philip Hanse and pianist Mike Sunago in concert, Warner Pacific College, S.E. 68th and Division, Portland. $8. Series tickets also available. 503-517-1061

7:30 to 9 p.m., Westside Singles Ministry potluck supper, Village Baptist Church, 330 S.W. Murray Blvd., Beaverton. Sponsored by seven Westside churches. 503-643-6511, ext. 283 or ccob@iglide.net

7:30 p.m., dcTalk in concert with “The Solo Tour,” ,Salem Armory, 2320 17th St. N.E. in Salem, $32 Gold Circle/$22 general adission./$20 groups, info: 800-327-6921

8 p.m., “Peace Child,” presented by Youth with a Mission, first of three nights, Fort Vancouver High School Auditorium, Vancouver, Wash. 360-449-3200.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY. 23

Upward Trails Cross-Country skiing the Quarry Loop Trail. For more information, call Jim at 503-644-2344 or Jackie at 503-663-0311.

8:30 a.m., Growing Healthy Women in Ministry training, Grace Baptist Church, 4197 State St., Salem. Tricia Farr, 503-585-2667.

8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., The Christian Relationship Skills Workshops for Single Christian Professionals, Portland-area location. Sponsored by Equally Yoked Christian Introductions and Relationship Centers. Speaker is Mike McCartney, manager of Equally Yoked. $89 per person. “Classy casual” dress encouraged. For reservations call 503-504-7052

10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sixth annual Salem-area Christian Schools Information Fair, at Christian Center Academy of Salem, 1850 45th Ave. N.E. Participating schools are from Salem, Keizer, Dallas, Turner, Brooks and Stayton. More than 15 schools will be represented with displays, material and personnel. Sponsored by Salem Area Association of Christian Schools. Phone Sue Davenhill at Christian Center Academy, 503-399-7360.

6 p.m., 11th Annual Auction at Hood View School, 26505 SE Kelso Rd. Offered are donated quality goods and professional services. 503-658-6382.

7 p.m. to midnight, Eugene Singles Ministry Valentine’s Dance, Coburg Grange. $6. 541-935-2112 or 541-344-6118 or email EugnSinglesMnsty@netscape.net.

7 p.m., “Sounds of Heaven” in concert, sponsored by ‘Only Praise and Worship’. Portland Temple, 2030 SE Hawthorne Blvd. in Portland. Admission is free. 503-650-7740

7 p.m., “Dinner and Dance Unto the Lord,” sponsored by Performing Arts Outreach of Vancouver, Wash., at Lake Merwin, Vancouver, Wash. $10 per person. 360-263-4763 or alngail@acs.com for more information.

8 to midnight, lessons at 7, Singles Dance at Milwaukie Community Center sponsored by Christian connection Ministries. $6 per person, Western dress is encouraged, 503-972-3732.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24

National Missionary Baptist Convention of America Winter Board Meeting, sponsored by Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church wit hPastor A. Wayne Johnson, Double Tree Hotel Lloyd Center, Portland. First of five days, special musical with Rev. Milton Biggham on MONDAY, Feb. 26. Call 503-281-4925 for more information.

10:30 a.m., Singles Ministry presents “About Walking on Water” group Bible Study at Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 SW Borland Rd., Tualatin, 503-638-5900

7 p.m., National Missionary Baptist Convention of America Winter Board Meeting, hosted by Morning Star Missoinary Baptist Church, first of five days, at the Double Tree Hotel Lloyd Center.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25

Chapel service at George Fox University, Newberg Campus. Campus Pastor Gregg Lamm speaking in the ongoing chapel series titled “The Word for Today.”

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27

Chapel service at George Fox University, Newberg Campus. Kathy Myhre, assistsant pastor for pastoral care at New Life Christian Center in Everett, Wash. speaking.

10 a.m., Kathy Myhre, assistant pastor for pastoral care at New Life Christian Center in Everett, Wash., speaking, at Newberg campus chapel service in Bauman Auditorium at George Fox University. 503-538-8383.

7:30 p.m., Ballet Magnificat! performing, Skyview High School Auditorium, 1300 N.W. 139th St., Vancouver, Wash. 360-574-4740.

THURSDAY , FEBRUARY 28

7:30 p.m., George Fox University Jazz Ensemble Concert, on the Newberg campus in the Bauman auditorium. 503-538-8383.