DAILY THROUGH DECEMBER 14

9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Christmas Tree Sale, Harvest Christian Center, 10670 S.E. 52nd Ave., Milwaukie. All noble fir and Douglas fir. 503-653-7574.

WEDNESDAY, December 1

10 a.m. Backpack giveaway to needy kids, sponsored by One by One Kids, Portland-area location to be announced. 503-223-3668 or onebyonekids@hotmail.com.

10:30 to 11:30 a.m., "Get Me Through the Holidays," a free workshop for those who have experienced grief or loss, Tabor Heights United Methodist Church, 6161 S.E. Stark St., Potland. Led by Ann Kister from Providence Community Outreach. The session will conclude with a ceremony of remembrance. All welcome to attend regardless of church affiliation. Advanced registration not required, but those interested are encouraged to phone 503-232-8500 or e-mail to tbumc@juno.com. for more information or to request transportation.

Mike Hagen's Strength Team, first of five days, Salem. Daytime presentations through Friday at local schools, and evening presentations for Salem City Church each night through Sunday at the historic Grand Theater, 191 High St. N.E. 503-390-6327 or melaniepfaff@comcast.net or 503-930-5656 or garyb@salemcitychurch.org.

10 a.m. to 3 p.m., CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest's Church Health Clinic, Eastmont Baptist Church, Bend. 541-382-5822.

11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., "Quilts for Babies" women's sewing project, Vancouver First Church of God, 3300 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash. 360-574-1611.

Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Canby Church of the Nazarene. 503-650-3065.

7 p.m., Christmas concert for Veritas School of Newberg, George Fox University's Newberg campus. 503-538-1962.

7 p.m. 2004 Community Christmas Choir presents "Everlasting Light" by Claire Cloninger and Mark Hayes, St. John Lutheran Church, 2142 N.E. McDonald Lane, McMinnville. Free admission; freewill offering taken for Yamhill County food bank. 503-472-6677.

THURSDAY, December 2

10 a.m. to 3 p.m., CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest's Church Health Clinic, BBC Ministries, 4849 S. Sixth St., Klamath Falls. 541-883-2289.

Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Stayton Church of the Nazarene. 503-650-3065.

Reception for Concordia University's new Nursing Program to begin in 2005, Luther Hall, Room 211. To attend, call Admissions, 503-280-8501 or 800-321-9371.

Evening in December Christmas Reflections, first of two days, Sunset Presbyterian Church, 14986 N.W. Cornell Road, Beaverton. Tickets $10, available Nov, 7. Hosted by Sunset Women's Ministries. 503-292-9293.

"Evening in December" musical drama, "Nativity on the Square," first of five performances through Sunday, Salem Alliance Church, 555 Gaines St. N.E., Salem. Also at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Saturday and 5 p.m. Sunday. $7. 503-581-2129.

7 p.m., "The Heavens Are Open Encounters" conference, first of four days, at The Gateway, 4700 S.W. 185th Ave., Beaverton. With Joey and Meredith Zamora of City Life Christian Fellowshipin Tri-Cities, Wash. and Glenda Sherman of The Elisha Company. Also at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. $20 per person or $5 daily. 503-649-5944.

Friday, December 3

8:30 a.m., "Angel Alert" by Crossroads Kids Choir, Cornerstone Christian School, 7708 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash. Repeated Saturday, Dec. 4, evening. 360-256-9711.

9 a.m., Christmas bazaar, first of two days, Sunset Park Community Church of God, 174 Sunset Blvd., St. Helens. 503-397-0535.

Seventh-day Adventist "Faith in Focus" Forum, first of two days, Hood View Adventist Church, 26775 S.W. Kelso Road, Boring 360-816-1426.

3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., "Soul Survivor" worship and training event, Bauman Auditorium on George Fox University's Newberg campus. The afternoon session is a resource seminar for youth leaders, songwriters, pastors and worship leaders. The evening event is a "Night of Worship" led by Tim Hughes and Mike Pilavachi. Cost for the full program is $28 advance, or $35 at the door. Cost for the evening program only is $8 advance or $10 at the door. www.soulsurvivor.net or 503-538-8383.

Young Adults Winter Retreat sponsored by Good Shepherd Community Church of Boring, first of three days. Phone 503-663-5650 for location and details.

"Chosen to be Handicapped," annual conference sponsored by Tryad Ministries of Cannon Beach, first of three days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center. Speaker is Jerry Hodges, pastor of First Baptist Church in Buffalo, Okla. and counseling facilitator for Hospice of the Prairie in Dodge City, Kansas. Music by David Robinson, pastor of Community Presbyterian Church in Cannon Beach. Worship led by Debbie Henry. $113 for program and lodging. Transportation available to and from Central Bible Church, 8815 N.E. Glisan, Portland. 1-866-545-8401.

4:30 & 7:30 p.m., Portland's Christmas Celebration, first two of 12 performances through Dec. 12, Portland Christian Center, 5700 S.W. Dosch Road, Portland. Repeated Dec. 4-5 and 10-12, same times. Free tickets now available. 503-245-7735.

5:30 p.m., 30th anniversary Christmas banquet for Gresham-based Love Your Neighbor Ministries, 10700 S.W. Allen Blvd., Beaverton. Theme is "Life for Eternity" Love Your Neighbor Ministries is an outreach to residents of nursing homes, retirement centers and others in the latter years of life. The evening starts with a silent auction, followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. 503-491-1899.

6 to 9 p.m., "Follow the Star," an outdoor Nativity walk presented by Seventh-day Adventist churches, first of two consecutive weekends, Gladstone Park Adventist Conference Center, 1475 Ohlson Road, Gladstone. Also 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 10 and 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 4, 5, 11 and 12. 503-655-2614.

6:30 p.m., Christmas Craft Night, First Baptist Church, S.W. 12th & Taylor, Portland. Make easy, fun crsafts and greens creations. 503-762-8002.

7 p.m., Rescue, men's a cappella ensemble, in concert, at Warner Pacific College McGuire Auditorium, 2219 S.E. 68th Ave., Porltand. Admission: Bring canned food. 503-517-1239.

7 p.m., "Percussion Praise" with Sammy D and Band, Coburg Grange, Coburg. Free admission. jesusjamtv@juno.com.

7 p.m,. "A Birthday Celebration," a joint presentation of Multnomah Bible College and Central Bible Church, first of three showings this weekend, at the church, 8815 N.E. Glisan St., Portland. Also at 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday. This is the largest Christmas program in the college's history and includes caroling, a live manager scene, choirs, instrumental groups, a cake reception, gifts for all attending, Free admission. 503-252-1424 or 503-251-5390.

7 p.m., "A Christmas Carol," presented by drama department of Oregon City Assembly of God Church, first of two presentations, 405 Warner Parrot Road, Oregon City. Also Sunday at 6 p.m. A dramatic adaption of the timeless Christmas classic by Charles Dickens. Free admission. 503-656-0555.

7:30 p.m. "Philosophy, Theology and Science Go to Church," first of three days, Sunnyside Seventh-day Adventist Church, 10501 S.E. Market St., Portland. Continues 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to noon, Sunday. Presented by the Institute of Bible, Church and Culture. Speaking are David Thomas, Linda Emmerson and Roy Campbell of Walla Walla (Wash.) College. 509-527-2194 or www.wwc.edu/ibcc.

7:30 p.m., Western Baptist College's Christmas Showcase, first of two consecutive evenings, Trinity Covenant Church, Boone and Liberty Road S.E., Salem. Free admission; freewill offering received. 1-800-845-3005.

7:30 p.m., Christmas Jazz Night, first of two consecutive evenings, Hinson Memorial Baptist Church, S.E. 20th and Salmon, Portland. 503-231-9725.

7:30 p.m., Gospel Christmas, first of three consecutive evenings, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, S.,W. Broadway and Main St., Portland. Inspirational soloists and energetic choir directed by Charles Floyd. Tickets start at $23. 503-228-1353.

7:30 p.m., Tapestry Theatre Company presents "1945 Christmas from Home," first of 11 performances through Dec. 19, Hollywood Theatre, 4122 N.E. Sandy Blvd., Portland. Also at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4, 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18; and 2 p.m. Dec. 5, 12, 18 and 19. This is the final installment in the company's award-winning holiday seris. Staged as a live radio broadcasting, the show takes audiences back to the 1940s and the end of World War II. Tickets for the opening night gala are $25; otherwise, tickets are $16 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, and $8 for military veterans. 503-245-6919 or www.tapestrytheatre.org.

7:30 p.m., Walk Thru the Bible Old Testament Seminar, first of two days, Gateway Baptist Church, 13300 N.E. San Rafael St., Portland. 503-252-1435.

7:30 p.m., Christmas Singspiration, Wood Village Baptist Church, 23601 W. Arata Road, Wood Village. 503-661-7686.

7:30 p.m., 32nd annual Singing Christmas Tree, first of 12 performances through Dec. 12, First Church of God, 3300 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash. Also at 3 and 7 p.m. on Dec. 4, 5, 11 and 12, and 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 10. Free admission; canned food donations accepted for Loving Hands Ministry. 360-574-1611.

9 p.m., Jam Night, featuring "The Surfer Doods" and the "Quest for the Golden Board," Christian Performing Arts Center, 8131 N. Denver Ave., Portland. $7 adults, $4 for children 12 and younger. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; pre-show dinner available from Mondemaj Catering. Reservations at 503-735-4184.

Saturday, December 4

8 a.m., Men's Advent Breakfast featuring Jeff VanDuzer, dean of Seattle Pacific University's School of Business, Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive, Lake Oswego. 503-636-5656. Christmas Bazaar, first of two days, Sunset Park Community Church of God, 174 Sunset Blvd., St. Helens. Sponsored by the church's Women's Ministries. 503-397-0535.

Menucha Holiday Event, Menucha Conference Center at the Columbia River Gorge. Tickets on sale at First Presbyterian Church, 1200 S.W. Alder St., Portland. 503-228-7331 or 695-2243.

10 and 11 a.m. and noon, Wreath-making parties sponsored by Newberg Friends Church, in the Barclay building behind the church, 307 S. College St., Newberg. $1. 503-538-8381.

11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Pre-Christmas book signing by Portland-area Christian authors Emily King, Jeannie St. John Taylor and Welby O'Brien, Christian Supply's main store, 10209 S.E. Division St., Portland. 503-251-1539.

11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Women's Christmas Luncheon, Mountain Park Church, 40 McNary Parkway, Lake Oswego. Speaker is Nancy Payton of Trail, with the topic "Until Further Notice, Celebrate Everything!" Music by Lisa Reiff of Lake Oswego. $12. 503-635-3443.

3 and 7:30 p.m., Western Baptist College's Christmas Showcase, C.E. Jeffers Sports Center at the college, 5000 Deer Park Drive S.E., Salem. Free admission. 503-375-7018.

3 and 7 p.m., Christmas concert featuring Jim Fischer and Friends, including the "Touch of Class Chorus," sponsored by Friends of the Carpenter Ministry of Vancouver, Wash., Royal Durst Theater, 3101 Main St., Vancouver, Wash. Tickets available at The Holiday Shop, 1708 Main St., in Vancouver; Beacock's Music, 1420 S.E. 163rd Ave in Vancouver, or at the Friends of the Carpenter office, 1600 W. 20th St., $12 adults, $10 for students or senior citizens. 360-750-4752 or www.friendsofthecarpenter.org.

6 p.m., Marriage Encounter reunion and potluck, Ashland Christian Fellowship, 50 W. Hersey St., Ashland. 541-772-5819 or www.mind.net/agme.

6:30 p.m., "A Christmas Tale" musical production, first of three presentations, Newberg Christian Church, 2315 Villa Road, Newberg. Also at 3 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Free admission; those attending asked to bring two cans of food for the Newberg FISH food bank. 503-538-3104.

7 p.m., Concordia University Choir and Handbells present Christmas Chorale - Service of Lessons and Carols, first of three presentations. St. Michael's Lutheran Church, N.E. 29th and Dekum, Portland. Also 3:30 and 7 p.m. Sunday. Free; donations accepted. 503-280-8511 or 503-280-8614.

7 p.m. Chautauqua Community Chorus presents "Magnificate" by J.S. Bach and Amy Beach in concert with chamber orchestra and soloists, first of two days, St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 290 W. Gloucester, Gladstone. Also at 3 p.m. Sunday. 503-656-8194.

7 p.m., Liberty, Southern Gospel Quartet, in concert, Vancouver Wesleyan Church, 5621 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash.. 360-693-2706.

7 to 9 p.m., "Christmas Café" candlelight concert featuring singer-songwriter Rainy Perdue and a family sing-along, Bethlehem Church, 17979 S.W. Stafford Road, Lake Oswego. Child care and refreshments provided. Free admission. 503-888-2781.

Evening, Silent auction and family night with dinner and games, Newberg Church of the Nazarene, on Old Yamhill Road west of Newberg. This is a fundraiser for the church's women's ministry. 503-538-2570.

7:30 p.m. George Fox University presents "Come Let Us Adore Him," a Christmas concert by the university's Concert Choir and Chehalem Symphony, first of three presentations, the first only at New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. The other presentations are Friday, Dec. 10 and Saturday, Dec. 11, at Bauman Auditorium on the university's Newberg campus. At all three concerts, preconcert music starts at 7:10 . $10 adult, $6 for seniors and $2 for students. 503-554-3844.

Sunday, December 5

Morning, Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, South Salem Church of the Nazarene, 1661 Boone Road S.E., Salem. 503-650-3065.

Contemplative Advent retreat sponsored by Portland-based Journey Into Freedom, first of three days, Alton L. Collins Retreat Center, 32867 S.E. Hwy 211, Eagle Creek. 503-244-4728 or www.journeyintofreedom.org.

8:45 and 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m., Rescue, men's a cappella ensemble, performing at Countryside Community Church, 18810 S.W. Kruger Road, Sherwood. 503-925-0889.

9 and 11 a.m., Sounds of Christmas Celebration, New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. 503-659-5683.

9:30 a.m., Liberty, Southern Gospel Quartet singing, at The Dome Nazarene Church, 4900 N.W. Highway 99W, Corvallis. 541-758-1001.

Noon to 5 p.m., Prophetic teaching and fellowship with Messianic Pastor Adam Spears, upstairs in Jan Strecker Tax Office, 10150 S.E. Ankeny St., Portland. Spears is from Beit Simchat Torah in Bend. 360-903-9101 or 360-921-8378.

1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Class on "Prayer Journaling," Trinity Lutheran Church, 500 N. Second St., Silverton. Prayer journaling is a process of written prayer that enables a person to bring focus to stressful times and a sense of direction to everyday life. Free; donations to the church welcomed. To register phone 503-873-2635 or e-mail to trinityevents@earthlink.net. Leave name, address, phone number and the name of the class to be attended.

3 p.m., Warner Pacific College Choir in concert, McGuire Auditorium at the college campus, 2119 S.E. 68th Ave., Portland. 503-517-1000.

3 p.m., Christmas Concert by University of Portland choral union, band, and orchestra, Buckley Center Auditorium, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., Portland. Free.Sacred and popular works from a variety of Christmases past. 503-943-7228.

4 p.m., "The Hanging of the Greens" choral music presentation, Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2420 N.E. Fairview Ave., Fairview. Wassail and refreshments afterward. Freewill offering. 503-667-9517.

4 p.m., Carols in Bells 'n Brass, Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive, Lake Oswego. Concert by Symphonic Brass Quartet. Free. 503-636-5656. 4 and 6 p.m., Advent Dinner Theater, "A Christmas Inn," First Baptist Community Center, 1220 S.W. Taylor, Portland. Dinner at 6 p.m. 503-228-7465.

4:30 and 7 p.m., Christmas Drama and All-Church Dessert, first of four evenings, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3500 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. Drama: "Home for Christmas," admission $7. Repeated Monday, Dec. 6, Tuesday, Dec. 7, and Thursday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m.,admission $10. 503-638-5900.

Evening, Sights of Christmas Celebration: lighting of outdoor tree and carol sing, New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. 503-659-5683.

Evening, Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Silverton Nazarene Church. 503-650-3065.

6 p.m., Joyful Noise Children's Choir musical drama, "American Ideal," Beaverton Christian Church, 13600 S.W. Allen Blvd., Beaverton. 503-646-2151.

6 p.m., Children's Ministry Christmas Program, "Meet Me at the Manger," City Bible Church East Campus, 9700 N.E. Fremont, Portland. 503-255-2224.

6:30 p.m., Third annual "Sing-Along Messiah," Reedwood Friends Church, 2901 S.E. Steele St., Portland. Open to all who enjoy Handel's Christmas classic and want to sing or just listen. A selection of choruses and solos. Fellowship and light refreshments afterward. 503-234-5017 or 503-970-5939.

7 p.m. 2004 Community Christmas Choir presents "Everlasting Light" by Claire Cloninger and Mark Hayes, St. John Catholic Parish, 445 N. Maple St., Yamhill. Free admission; freewill offering taken for Yamhill County food bank. 503-662-4291..

Evening, Salem Academy Choral Christmas Concert, in the Great Hall of the academy gymnasium at 942 Lancaster Drive N.E., Salem. 503-378-1219.

Monday, December 6

10:40 a.m., Fuller Theological Seminary professor Nancey Murphy speaking at George Fox University chapel service, Bauman Auditorium on the Newberg campus. Murphy is professor of Christian philosophy at Fuller. 503-538-8383.

Holiday Trip to Leavenworth, Wash., Christmas Bavarian Village, by Portland First Nazarene Church's Builders Group, first of three days. Chartered bus trip, $350. 503-693-8497 or 503-297-6100.

Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Dallas Church of the Nazarene. 503-650-3065.

6:30 p.m., Liberty Quartet, Southern Gospel Quartet, singing at seniors Christmas banquet, Sunset Presbyterian Church, 14986 N.W. Cornell Road, Portland. 503-292-9293.

Tuesday, December 7

Christmas potluck luncheon for senior citizens, Mountain Park Church, 40 McNary Parkway, Lake Oswego. $2. 503-636-4252.

Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Sweet Home Church of the Nazarene. 503-650-3065.

7 p.m., Liberty Quartet, Southern Gospel Quartet, in concert, Fairview Mennonite Church, 35100 Goltra Road S.E., Albany. 541-928-1067.

Wednesday, December 8

10 a.m., Fall Graduation, for Multnomah Bible College and Biblical Seminary, at Central Bible Church, 8815 N.E. Glisan St., Portland. 503-255-0332.

10:40 a.m., George Fox University choir, orchestra, band perform,Bauman Auditorium on Newberg campus. 503-538-8383.

Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Philomath Church of the Nazarene. 503-650-3065.

7 p.m. 2004 Community Christmas Choir presents "Everlasting Light" by Claire Cloninger and Mark Hayes, hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church at McMinnville Grand Ballroom, 307 N.E. Third St., McMinnville. Free admission; freewill offering taken for Yamhill County food bank. 503-472-7736.

Evening, Everyday Sunday, Sarah Kelly and Paul Wright in concert, Crossroads Community Church, 7708 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash. 360-624-6117 or michael@nothingevents.com.

Thursday, December 9

Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Lincoln City Church of the Nazarene. 503-650-3065.

Annual "Journey to Bethlehem" Christmas pageant, first of four days, Kelso-Longview Seventh-day Adventist church, 1624 E. Kessler Blvd., Longview, Wash. 360-423-7344.

7:30 p.m., Warner Pacific College Wind Ensemble in concert, McGuire Auditorium at the college, 2119 S.E. 68th Ave., Portland. 503-517-1000.

Friday, December 10

10 a.m., "The Spiritual Roots of Disease: Dealing with Fear, Anxiety and Stress," a seminar led by Donna Granger, first of two days, Christian Renewal Center, 22444 North Fork Road S.E., Silverton. Granger is former pastor of South Salem Foursquare Church. Suggested donation, $60 per adult. 503-873-6743 or www.christianrenewal.org.

10:40 a.m., George Fox University Christmas praise and worship chapel featuring the university's Worship Band, Bauman Auditorium on the Newberg campus. 503-538-8383.

Christmas Conference featuring Bob Kraning, first of three days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center, Cannon Beach. Kraning is founder of Good Word Ministries and former pastor of men's ministry and evangelism for Chuck Swindoll's ministry. Inspirational music provided by Diane Susek. 1-800-745-1546 or www.cbcc.net

2:30 p.m., Western Baptist College Choirs and Bands perform in the Oregon State Capitol's rotunda, Salem. Free. 503-375-7018.

4 to 8 p.m., "Nickel Toys for Girls and Boys," first of two days, Wilsonville United Methodist Church, 7355 S.W. Wilsonville Road,Wilsonville. Continues from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Targeted at low-income families in Wilsonville, this allows parents to buy Christmas toys for their children for only a nickel each. Parents can purchase up to three items for each child. 503-682-0987.

Rescue, men's a cappella ensemble, at Sisters Community Church, 15220 McKenzie Highway, Sisters. Ticketed event. 541-549-1201.

Christmas program, first of three consecutive evenings, East Hill Foursquare Church, Fifth and Main St., Gresham. Live nativity, drama, choral presentation. 503-661-4444.

6 p.m., "Celebrate Christmas," first of four presentations through Dec. 19, Beaverton Christian Church, 13600 S.W. Allen Blvd, Beaverton. Also at 5 p.m. Dec. 12 and 19 and 6 p.m. Dec. 17. Cookie decorating, make-and-take ornaments, dessert and coffee are offered during the first hour, followed by a presented by a church choir, orchestra, youth choir and handbells. For free tickets, phone 503-646-2151 or go to www.bcc.org.

6 p.m., Prophetic School led by Steve Ball of King of Glory Ministries, first of two days, second floor of Comfort Inn, 8225 N.E. Wasco St., Portland. Continues throughout day and evening on Saturday. Theme is "From Foundation to Activation." Worship, prayer, "activation" and impartation. $40 single or $70 married couple if registered by Dec. 10,, $50 and $80, respectively, after that date. Includes workbook. 1-888-220-3701 or www.kingofgloryministries.net.

7 p.m., Salem's Singing Christmas Tree, first of five presentations through Sunday, Peoples Church, 4500 Lancaster Drive N.E., Salem. Features a 70-voice choir, a children's choir, orchestra and drama team. 503-304-4000.

7 p.m., Falling Up, Edict and Selah P.R. in concert, Salem First Free Methodist Church, 4455 Silverton Road, Salem. $8. 503-873-1219 or freedom_pro@yahoo.com.

7 p.m. to midnight, CCMfriends Country & Western Dance and Potluck, Milwaukie Community Club Center, 10666 S.E. 42nd Ave., Milwaukie. $7. Dance lesson at 7. Western or casual dress. www.CCMfriends.com, 503-309-0318 or info@CCMfriends.com.

9 p.m., Jam Night, featuring Empyrean Movement dancers and "You Got Served . Seconds," Christian Performing Arts Center, 8131 N. Denver Ave., Portland. $7 adults, $4 for children 12 and younger. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; pre-show dinner available from Mondemaj Catering. Reservations at 503-735-4184.

10:10 p.m., "Ten! Ten! Ten!," a George Fox University theater department presentation, first of two consecutive evenings, Wood-Mar Auditorium on the Newberg campus. Students will perform ten 10-minute skits. Free admission. 503-554-2632.

Saturday, December 11

8 a.m., Men's Advent Breakfast, featuring Tom Swearingen, Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive, Lake Oswego, with Sweanngen will speak on "Self Esteem: The Third Commandment." 503-636-5656.

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Essential English, ESL Friendship Evangelism Tutor Workshop, Rose City Nazarene Church, 7016 N.E. Sandy Blvd., Portland. Presented by the church and Community Training Initiative. $52.50. Textbook and lunch provided. To register visit www.comtrain.org. Limited to 10 participants. 503-281-5918 or Rbsumantri@aol.com

9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Christmas Children's Ministry Event for up through fifth grade, Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2420 N.E. Fairview Ave., Fairview. Crafts, Bible story time and games. Bring a lunch. Donation of $2 per hour. 503-890-0581 or 503-667-6800.

11 a.m. and 1:40 p.m., Showing of "The Source of Love," a Chinese Gospel film, at the Guild Theater, 829 S.W. Ninth, downtown Portland. The 11 a.m. showing is Mandarin language version with English subtitles, and the 1:40 p.m. showing is in the Cantonese language with English subtitles. Sponsored by Portland Gospel Center. This movie is a drama with a redemptive theme, about a stern teacher whose family is in crisis and must deal with eternal issues. $2 admission. Phone 503-236-2223 for tickets.

Winter Commencement for Warner Pacific College, at the college campus, 2219 S.E. 68th Ave., Portland. 503-517-1000.

Christmas Concert, Crossroads Community Church, 7708 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash. Repeated Sunday. For more information, call 360-256-9711.

2 p.m., Journey of Light presented by Wings of Worship Ministries, Abiqua Grade School, 4985 S.W. Battle Creek Road, Salem. Reservations required. 503-286-2931, ext. 2.

7 p.m. 2004 Community Christmas Choir presents "Everlasting Light" by Claire Cloninger and Mark Hayes, First Christian Church, 1300 Brooks St., McMinnville.. Free admission; freewill offering taken for Yamhill County food bank. 503-472-7227..

7 p.m. to midnight, Eugene Singles Ministry's Holiday Dance and Gift Exchange, Cascade Middle School, 1525 Echo Hollow Road, Eugene. $6. 541-607-8617 or 541-337-1136 or eugnsinglesmnsty@netscape.net

7 p.m., Musical drama "Scrooge," first of four presentations through Dec. 19, Camas Assembly of God Church, 500 S.E. Everett Road, Camas, Wash. Also at 6 p.m. Dec. 12, 7 p.m. on Dec. 18 and 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 19. Free admission; freewill offering taken. Child care provided through age 4. Hot cider and cookies provided to those attending. Caroling also planned. 360-834-2291.

9 p.m., Jam Night Christmas Special, Christian Performing Arts Center, 8131 N. Denver Ave., Portland. $7 adults, $4 for children 12 and younger. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; pre-show dinner available from Mondemaj Catering. Reservations at 503-735-4184.

Sunday, December 12

Morning, Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Albany First Church of the Nazarene, 1305 Hill St. S.E., Albany. 503-650-3065.

9 and 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., Rescue, men's a cappella ensemble, at North Coast Family Fellowship, 22245 N. Wahanna Road, Seaside,.Ticketed event. 503-738-7453.

10:45 a.m., Singer William Harness in concert, First Evangelical Church, 1332 First Ave. E., Albany. 800-727-0554.

1 to 4 p.m., Holiday open house at The Friendship Center sponsored by Friends of the Carpenter ministry, 1600 W. 20th St., Vancouver, Wash. If possible, bring hats, underwear, gloves and socks for local needy. 360-750-4752.

2 p.m., Service of Remembrance, Newberg Christian Church, 2315 Villa Road, Newberg. For those who have lost loved ones. 503-538-3104.

2 to 4 p.m., "A Life That Matters" Bible study, Berean Bible Fellowship, 1849 S.W. Boxwood Lane, Dallas. Information also provided on the Wheatland Chamber Music Players sponsored by the church. 503-623-7730.

5 p.m. 2004 Community Christmas Choir presents "Everlasting Light" by Claire Cloninger and Mark Hayes, First Church of the Nazarene, 700 N.W. Hill Road, McMinnville.. Free admission; freewill offering taken for Yamhill County food bank. 503-472-8476.

5:30 p.m., Christmas concert with guitarist and vocalist Claire Holley, Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2290 E. Ellendale Ave., Dallas. Free admission. 503-623-8034.

6 p.m., "The Story of Light" cantata, Clackamas Christian Church, 13333 S.E. Rusk Road, Milwaukie. 503-654-9531.

Evening, Missionaries to Cote d'Ivoire Todd and Connie Aebischer speaking, Lebanon Nazarene Church. 503-650-3065.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 13

7 p.m., Christmas Program for Open Bible Christian School of Newberg, Bauman Auditorium at George Fox University's Newberg campus. 503-538-9833.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14

"A Celtic Christmas" concert to benefit Friends of the Family Ministries, LaSells Stewart Center on the campus of Oregon State University, Corvallis. Features American keyboardist Jeff Johnson and Irish musicians Brian Dunning (flutes and whistles) and John Fitzpatrick (violin). 541-757-1761.

7 p.m., Women's Advent Dessert featuring Rev. Rosallind Renshaw, Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive, Lake Oswego, Renshaw will speak on "The Gift You've Always Longed For." $5. 503-636-5656.

7 p.m., Women's Christmas Basket Party, Newberg Christian Church, 2315 Villa Road, Newberg. Baskets for seniors and shut-ins will be made. 503-538-3104.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16

7 p.m. 2004 Community Christmas Choir presents "Everlasting Light" by Claire Cloninger and Mark Hayes, McMinnville United Methodist Church, 544 N.E. Second St., McMinnville. Free admission; freewill offering taken for Yamhill County food bank. 503-472-5622.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17

Noon, His Staff Ministries' Christmas Concert featuring "Deep Calls to Deep," Temple Baptist Church, 1319 N.E. Seventh Ave., Portland. deepcallstodeep@aol.com.

7:30 p.m., Portland Baroque Orchestra presents Handel's Messiah, first of two consecutive evenings, First Baptist Church, S.W. 12th & Taylor St., Portland. Director: Nicholas Kraemer; soloists, and chorus. Tickets: $17 to $47. 800-494-8497.

7:30 p.m., Benefit concert for Wilsonville food bank, Wilsonville United Methodist Church, 7355 S.W. Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville. Performed by jazz pianist and composer John Nilsen, this event is to support the food bank of Wilsonville Community Sharing. $10 adults, $8 for seniors and children younger than 12. Child care available for small additional fee. 503-682-0987.

7:30 p.m., "An Innkeeper's Tale," an original Christmas musical, first of three consecutive evenings, True Life Fellowship, 1895 N.E. 169th Place, Beaverton. Presented by the church's Parable Players, director Roxanne Birchfield and playwright/songwriter Craig Birchfield. This is a musical comedy that looks at the Nativity from a new persepective - that of the innkeeper who made the holy family sleep in a stable. Also at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 6 p.m. Sunday. 503-702-7254 or www.truelifefellowship.org.

7:30 p.m., "Christmas and More" Concert with Bronn Journey on harp and vocalist Katherine Journey, Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, 4040 Sunset Drive, Lake Oswego, with Bronn Journey, harp. $15. 503-636-5656.

Saturday, December 18

9 to 11:30 a.m., John Hergenrather speaking on "An Update on Quartzite" to the Design Science Association, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. For more on monthly events, go to pdxdsa.org.

2 p.m., Winter Commencement for George Fox University, Miller Gymnasium in the Wheeler Sports Center on the Newberg campus. 503-538-8383. 5 p.m., Christmas Celebration, First Nazarene Church, 6100 S.W. Raab Road, Portland. 503-297-6100.

6 p.m., "The Wonder of Christmas," City Bible Church West Campus, 11765 S.W. Pacific Highway, Tigard. Music and drama with traditional favorites and new creative arrangements. 503-255-2224.

6 p.m., Christmas Celebration, Chinese Faith Baptist Church, 2830 N.E. Flanders St., Portland. Play and pageant in English and Cantonese. 503-236-8225.

7 p.m., Christmas Musical, first of two days, Wood Village Baptist Church, 23601 W. Arata Road, Wood Village also 9:30 & 11 a.m. Sunday. 503-661-7686.

Christmas Choir Weekend, first of two days, Good Shepherd Communty Church, 28986 S.E. Haley Road, Boring. 503-663-5050.

7 p.m., "Black Dog Drummers" Native American ministry in concert, Cafe Roma, Castle Rock, Wash. 360-274-9191, 360-577-8996 , www.firstnationsmonday.com/blackdog.htm

7 p.m. to midnight, CCMfriends Holiday Dance, Discovery Middle School, 800 E. 40th St., Vancouver, Wash. Dressy to semi-formal. Dance lesson at 7 p.m. www.CCMfriends.com, 503-309-0318 or info@CCMfriends.com.

Evening, "Club Ignite" coffee house for young adults 18 and older, New Beginnings Christian Center, 7600 N.E. Glisan, Portland. Live bands, comedy entertainers and espresso in an alcohol free and drug free environment. Free admission. 503-256-6050.

Sunday, December 19

8:15, 9:45 and 11 a.m and 5 p.m.., Christmas Concert, Salem Alliance Church, 555 Gaines St. N.E., Salem. 503-581-2129.

11 a.m., Singer William Harness in Christmas Concert, Dayspring Community Church, Vancouver, Wash. 800-727-0554.

6 p.m., "The Wonder of Christmas," City Bible Church East Campus, 9700 N.E. Fremont, Portland. Music and drama with traditional favorites and new creative arrangements. 503-255-2224.

6 p.m., Christmas Program, Evangel Baptist Church, 2830 N.E. Flanders St.,Portland. Evangel Christian Preschool will also participate. 503-239-6805.

6 p.m.,, "Jesus is the Reason for the Season" Christmas play, ,St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 8101 N. Fiske, Portland. 503-282-5690.

6 p.m, Jubilee Choir Children's Musical, Clackamas Christian Church, 13333 S.E. Rusk Road, Milwaukie. 503-654-9531.

7 p.m. 2004 Community Christmas Choir presents "Everlasting Light" by Claire Cloninger and Mark Hayes, First Baptist Church, 300 Flower Lane, Dayton. Free admission; freewill offering taken for Yamhill County food bank. 503-864-2474.

Monday, December 20

9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Concordia University's "MADE 4 Kids" Theatre Camp for grades 2-5, first of five consecutive days, Fine Arts Building on the university campus, N.E. 27th and Highland, Portland. Theme is "You Can't Make Me Eat That!" Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, with final show at noon Friday. $95. 503-280-8614.

Tuesday, December 21

7 p.m. 2004 Community Christmas Choir presents "Everlasting Light" by Claire Cloninger and Mark Hayes, St. James Catholic Parish, 1145 N.E. First St., McMinnville. Free admission; freewill offering taken for Yamhill County food bank. 503-472-2661.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22

7 p.m., Christmas at New Hope Community Church, first of two consecutive evenings, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas, with orchestra and candlelight concert. 503-659-5683.

CHRISTMAS EVE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24
Christmas Eve. Many churches will have special evening services.

4, 5:30, 7 and 11 p.m., Christmas Eve Service, Salem Alliance Church, 555Gaines St. N.E., Salem. 503-581-2129. 4:30 and 6:30 p.m., Christmas Eve at New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas, with orchestra and candlelight concert. 503-659-5683.

CHRISTMAS DAY SATURDAY, DECEMBER 25
Christmas Day Holiday observed in most countries of the world. Some churches will have services this morning.

CCMfriends Singles Christmas Party, Milwaukie Community Club Center, 10666 S.E. 42nd Ave., Milwaukie. $7. Turkey and ham provided; those attending asked to bring side dishes. Reservations and advanced payment required to attend. Couples welcome. Note: This is not a country and western dance; music will be request-driven. www.CCMfriends.com, 503-309-0318, or e-mail to info@CCMfriends.com.

Monday, December 27

9 a.m. Winter Youth Celebration sponsored by CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest, first of four days, Jantzen Beach Doubletree Hotel, Portland. Theme is "The Whole Story." Features musician John Reuben, Telecast, Jason Harwell, Craig & Jake, and guest speaker Rick McKinley. 503-405-1531, 503-669-1515 or www.cbnw.org.

Christmas Camp, first of five days, Wi-Ne-Ma Christian Camp, 5195 Winema Road, Cloverdale. $130. 503-392-3362 or winema@wcn.net or www.winema.org.

NEW YEAR'S EVE, TUESDAY, December 31
New Year's Eve. Many area churches will hold events or watchnight services to welcome in the New Year 2005.

Evening, "New Year's Eve Trilogy Marathon," Vancouver First Church of God, 3300 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash. The final segment in the church's "Finding God in the Lord of the Rings" series, this is back-to-back viewing of all three extended version DVDs of director Peter Jackson's depiction of J.R.R. Tolkien's masterpiece. Advance tickets required; children 13 and under must be accompanied by parent or authorized adult. 360-574-1611, ext. 6903.

5 p.m., Festival of Lights Closing Night at The Grotto, N.E. 85th and Sandy Blvd., Portland. Spectacular lights, music concerts, other family entertainment. Adults $7, children $3. 503-261-2400.

8 p.m., New Year's Eve All-Nighter, First Nazarene Church, 6100 S.W. Raab Road, Portland. 503-297-6100. Youth New Year's Eve Celebration, People's Church, 4500 Lancaster Drive N.E., Salem. 503-304-4000.

6:30 p.m., New Year's Retreat, first of three days, Christian Renewal Center, 22444 North Fork Road S.E., Silverton. Suggested donation, $65 for adult, $30 for children 7-12, $15 for children 3-6. 503-873-6743 or www.christianrenewalcenter.org.

7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., "Rock in the New Year" with Number One Gun, Dizmas, Flight From Here, Hawthorn, Shed and Timed Existence, Medford Nazarene Church, 1974 E. McAndrews Road, Medford. $5. www.crosseyedconcerts.com.

7 p.m. to 1 a.m., Eugene Singles Ministry's New Year's Eve Ball, Cascade Middle School, 1525 Echo Hollow Road, Eugene. $8. Semi-formal to formal attire requested. 541-607-8617, 541-337-1136 or send e-mail to eugnsinglesmnsty@netscape.net

Evening, Mission Portland Singles Network's New Year's Dance, Oaks Park, foot of Spokane Street, Portland. www.mpsn.org.

9 p.m. "Lock In" for middle and high school students, Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2420 N.E. Fairview Ave., Fairview. $4. 503-667-6800 or 503-890-0581.