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This is a guide to Christian-oriented concerts, plays, youth activities, entertainment, speakers and ministry events. If you would like your event listed at no cost, leave details by phone or fax at (5030 537-9220, by e-mail at cnnw@juno.com, or by mail at P.O. Box 974, Newberg, OR 97132. THROUGH DECEMBER 31 “With Cross in Hand,” an exhibit on the Northwest’s Christian heritage, at the Musuem of the Oregon Territory, 211 Tumwater Drive, Oregon City. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $4 for adults, $3 for seniors. 503-655-5574. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest "Church Health Clinic," First Baptist Church, Hood River. The focus is on how healthy pastors lead healthy churches. 503-669-1515 “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire” pastors’ and leaders’ conference first of three days, with Jim and Carol Cymbala of Brooklyn Tabernacle, New York City., Portland Hilton, 921 S.W. Sixth Ave. $150 per person. 1-800-527-0649. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2 4 to 8 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of three days, Good Shepherd Community Church, 28986 S.E. Haley Road, Boring. More than 50 booths of handcrafted items; meals served at the "Harvest Cafe." Continues 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. 503-663-5050. 4 to 8 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of two days, First Presbyterian Church, 390 E. Second St., McMinnville. Country kitchen, Christmas crafts, soup and pie dinner. Continue 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Friday. 503-472-6256. 7 to 8 p.m., Friends of the Carpenter ministry's "Woodworker Show and Tell," at Zilke Shop., 4206 N.E. 179th St., Vancouver, Wash. 360-750-4752. 7:30 p.m., George Fox University presentation of “The Quilters,” first of six performances, Wood-Mar Auditorium on the Newberg campus. Also at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11. $9 for adults, $8 for alumni, $7 for students and senior citizens, and $4 for children under 12. 503-554-3844 weekdays. Fasting & Prayer 2000, a nationwide observance, firstof three days, www.fastingprayer.com or 800-888-FAST. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3 78th Street Players, Neil Simon’s “God’s Favorite”, first of three days, Tickets $7 for adults, $5 for students and seniors. Tickets available at Beacocks Music, Branches Bookstore and from the box office at 3300 NE 78th st. 360-574-1611, ext 150. Portland Christian Center’s Marriage Advance 2000, “Life Mates and the Lost Art of the Covenant,” first of three days, featuring author Gary Thomas. Tickets $120 per couple (covers two nights lodging, breakfasts, saturday dinner at Shilo Inn-Seaside). To register, call 503-245-7735, ext 265. Couples with Blended Families’ conference with Gary Gulbranson and Harvey Powers, first of three days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center. Gulbranson is Bible teacher on the “Courageous Living” radio broadcast, which co-sponsors this conference,and is senior pastor at Westminster Chapel in Bellevue, Wash. Harveyis a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Denver, Colo. Amy Roth will present contemporary Christian music. 1-800-745-1546. Family Life Conferences’ “Super Weekend,” first of three days, Jantzen Beach DoubleTree Hotel, Choose between marriage or parenting conferences. 1-800-FLYTODAY or www.familylife.com 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., George Fox University Auxiliary Holiday Bazaar, first of two days, Cap and Gown Room of Heacock Commons on the Newberg campus. Continues 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Includes silent auction from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days. 503-538-3529. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sixth annual Country Church Mouse Bazaar, first of two days, Oregon Christian Convention Tabernacle, 5605 Jubilee Drive S.E., Turner. 503-743-2101 or 503-357-6020. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of two days, Calvin Presbyterian Church, 10445 S.W. Canterbury Lane, Tigard. Christmas and garden items, pet gifts, bakery and lunch. Continues 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. 503-639-3273. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first ot two days, Sellwood Baptist Church, 1104 S.E. Spokane St., Portland. Original watercolors by Northwest artists, wooden toys, Christmas gifts and decorations. Continues 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 503-234-1566. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of two days, Rivercrest Community Church, 3201 N.E. 148th Ave. Handcrafted items, holiday gifts and decorations, bake sale and German food luncheon on Saturday. Continues 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 503-245-4400. 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by St. John Lutheran Church Women's Missionary League, first of two days, 4227 Lombard St., Portland. Handmade craft items, baked goods, lunch and dessert. Continues 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday. 503-289-9557. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Heritage Christian School Holiday Bazaar, first of three days through Nov. 12, at the school, 1635 S.E. Enterprise Circle, Hillsboro. Antique furniture, folk art, quilts and crafts. Continues 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 12. 503-640-1027. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by St. Paul Lutheran Church Women, 3880 S.E. Brooklyn St., Portland. Holiday crafts, luncheon and bake sale. 503-236-2389. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Cherry Park United Methodist Women, first of two days, 1736 S.E. 106th Ave., Portland. Christmas decorations and gifts, afghans and handmade gift items, soup and sandwich lunch. Continues 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 503-253-2386. Evening, OMSI Camp-in Concert with LaRue, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. $39 per youth and $32 per adult chaperone, also includes dinner, snack, continental breakfast, and use of OMSI’s exhibit halls, an OMNIMAX movie, submarin tour and karaoke party. (503) 797-4507. 7 p.m., 8th annual Marriage Celebration Dinner and Dance sponsored by East Hill Foursquare Church of Gresham, Doubletree Hotell Jantzen Beach. Theme is “a Victorian Romance.” $50 per couple. 503-661-4444. 7 p.m., Wildfire's "10-Tribe Israel Celtic Heritage Night Celebration," Portland Airport Sheraton Inn, 8235 N.E. Airport Way, Portland. Features "Braveheart's Christian brother's appearance," a special Highland piper, and ethnic music with the Wildfire worship band. Those attending encouraged to bring their "flags, glory rings, drums, etc." 503-281-2500. 7 p.m., City-Wide Singles’ Concert of Praise sponsored by “The 30s, 40s, 50s and Better” Singles of Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. concert will be followed by a social including snacks, refreshments and fellowship. (503) 638-5900, ext. 278. 7:30 p.m., Fernando Ortega in concert, NewHope Community Church, 11731 S.E., 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. $16.50 in advance, $18.50 at the door; $14.50 per person for groups of 15 or more. 1-800-327-6921. 8 p.m., Concordia University’s presentation of “The Odd Couple”, first of six presentations, Concordia’s Fine Arts Building, NE 27th and Holman. Also at 8 p.m Nov. 4, 10 and 11, and at 2 p.m. Nov. 5 and 12. Tickets are $5 for students and seniors, $7 for general public. For information and ticket reservation, call 503-280-8614. 8 p.m., C.S. Lewis Society meeting, library at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 10390 S.W. Canyon Road, Beaverton. Topic is Peter Kreeft’s “C.S. Lewis for the Third Millennium.” (503) 321-6952 or (503) 585-4190. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 ProYouth presents YouthBuilders training seminar, Multnomah Bible College, Portland. 1-800-397-9725 or 1-87-PROYOUTH. 8:30 a.m., Youth Builders Training Seminar on “Compassionate Youth Ministry”, New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. Special group discounts. (800) 397-9725. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 5th Annual Christmas Bazaar at Living Way Fellowship, 39300 Dubarko rd., Sandy. 503-668-3638. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by the Women of the Church of God, at Lents-Gilbert Church of God, 12230 S.E. Harold St., Portland. 503-761-3951. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Fremont United Methodist Church, 2626 N.E. Fremont St., Portland. Homemade crafts, Christmas items, antiques and collectibles. 503-284-4647. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Bethany Lutheran Church, 4330 N.E. 37thAve., Portland. Crafts, white elephants, bake sale. 503-284-3836. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Aloha Church of God, 18380 S.W. Kinnaman Road. Bake sale, crafts, multiple vendors. 503-649-5678. 9:30 a.m., “Women of Grace” interdenominational full gospel fellowship of Christian women meeting with speaker Claudia Kircher, Hope Center, 1080 12th St. Sweet Home. 541-367-6393. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of two days, Plymouth Presbyterian Church, 2615 Sykes Road, St. Helens. Crafts from China, India, Africa and South America, jewelry, baskets and ornaments. Continues 12:30 to 2 p.m. Sunday. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Trinity United Methodist Church Women, 3915 S.E. Steele St., Portland. Ceramics, plants, hand-quilted items. 503-777-3901. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Lincoln Street United Methodist Church, 5145 S.E. Lincoln St., Portland. Baby and large quilts, white elephants, handmade crafts. 503-231-1930. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Zion Lutheran Church, 720 Jefferson St., Oregon City. Craft and bake sale, turkey dinner from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.,. 503-656-4437. 6 p.m., Dinner and auction to benefit the Liberian Adoption Project, McMinnville First Church of the Nazarene, 700 N. Hill Road, McMinnville. The project is jointly sponsored by PLAN Loving Adoptions Now, Africa Christians Fellowship International and National Gospel Outreach, and seeks to serve some 30,000 orphaned children in an African nation without social service agncies. Dinner is free with reservations; call Stephanie Jones at 503-868-7420. Oral auction, silent auction and a "hilarious" pie auction will follow. 6 p.m., Dayton Christian Church Women's Ministry Soup Supper and Fall Auction, at the church, 520 Church St., Dayton. Auction items include crafts, baked goods and holiday gifts. Special kids' table of items. 503-864-3529. 7 p.m., North Portland Bible College annual banquet, at O’Callahan’s at the Ramada Inn-Portland Airport, 6221 N.E. 82nd Ave., Portland. Theme is “Bible Taking Root; Ministries Giving Hope.” Keynote speaker is Bishop Grace Osborne of Grace Covenant Fellowship Church. (503) 288-2919. 8 p.m., James Thomas Jr. in concert at Mt. Olivet Coffee Shop, behind Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in the Family Life Center, 8725 N. Chautauqua Blvd., Portland. 503-240-7759. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 10:30 a.m.,, KPDQ talk host Georgene Rice speaking to the “30’s, 40’s 50’s and Better” Singles Ministry, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. (503) 638-5900. 4 to 5:45 p.m., Joanne Petrie talking on “Handling the Holidays,” to the Widow to Widow support group, for women widowed less than two years, Central Bible Church, 8815 N.E. Glisan. (503) 252-1424. 6:30 p.m. Informational meetings about finding a church in the Salmon Creek area. , University Inn at Salmon Creek, 1500 NE 134th, Vancouver, WA. For more information, call Eric Johnson at 360-281-3742. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Pendleton at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 9:40 a.m. to noon, Pastors’ Forum on “Contemporary Preaching: Increasing Clarity and Relevancy,” Western Seminary, 5511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., Portland. This Doctor of Ministry Program features Don Sunukjian professor of preaching at Talbot Seminary. Followed by a $4 luncheon; reservations required. Call Megan Simmons 503-517-1855 10 a.m., Special chapel series featuring Donald Miller, author of "Prayer and the Art of Volkswagen Maintenance," first of three days, George Fox University's Newberg campus. Miller speaks at 10 a.m. daily in Bauman Auditorium and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday in Wood-Mar Auditorium. 505-538-8383. 6:30 p.m., Free adoption information meeting hosted by Holt International Children’s Services, 1195 City View Street, Eugene. This free event is for those couples interested in adopting a child from overseas. 53rd Annual Meeting of Northwest Baptist Convention, first of three days, Doubletree Hotel Jantzen Beach, Portland (except for International Mission Board Commissioning Service on Tuesday, which will be at New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas). TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 - ELECTION DAY. Be sure to turn in ballots by today. Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in La Grand/Baker City at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 9:40 to noon, Pastors’ Forum featuring Don Sunukjian, Western Seminary, 5511 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd., Portland. Sunukjian is professor of preaching at Talbot Seminary. 503-517-1855. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest "Church Health Clinic," Berean Baptist Church, Eugene. The focus is on how healthy pastors lead healthy churches. 503-669-1515 12:30 p.m., Minister’s Wives Luncheon, “A Victorian Tea.” Northwest Baptist Center, 3200 NE 109th Ave., Vancouver, Wash. Hats and gloves are welcome. $7.50 each, pay at the door. For more information, call Nicky Ernsting at 360-882-1541 or Sara Wisdom at 360-882-2114. Reservations due by Nov. 1, call 360-882-2114. 7 p.m., Commissioning service sponsored by Northwest Baptist Convention annual meeting, New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. 1-800-866-3621. Reversing Diabetes and Obesity Seminar sponsored by Weimar Institute of California, first of three days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center. 1-800-525-9192. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest "Church Health Clinic," Calvary Crossroads Baptist Church, Grants Pass. The focus is on how healthy pastors lead healthy churches. 503-669-1515 thursday, November 9 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., “Prophetic Worshippers Gathering” with Drs. Chuck and Mary Flynn and Ms. Cheryl Cranston, first of three days, Radisson Hotel, 1441 N.E. Second Ave., Portland. Hosted by pastors Tim and Gloria Chiles of “The Better Life Ministries” Radio program on 1290 KKSL and 1640 KPBC. tickets are $20. 503-618-0535. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest "Church Health Clinic," Skyline Baptist Church, North Bend. The focus is on how healthy pastors lead healthy churches. 503-669-1515 4 to 8 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of two days, McMinnville United Methodist Church, 544 N.E. Second St., McMinnville. Holiday crafts, baked goods. Continues 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday. Meals served 4:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. 503-472-5622. Evening, Western Baptist College production of Neil Simon's "God's Favorite," first of six performances, Scottish Rite Center, 4090 Commercial St. S.E., Salem. Also Nov. 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18. The play indirectly wrestles with the question, "What is the purpose of pain and how could an omnipotent God of love allow it?" Tickets $7 and $5. 503-375-7035. 7 p.m., Legacy Five in concert, New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas.$12. 503-224-4400 or 503-659-5683. 7 p.m., “Prophetic Worshippers Gathering” with speakers Drs. Chuch and Mary Flynn and Ms. Cheryl Cranston, First of three days. Hosted by Pastors Tim and Gloria Chiles of “The Better Life Ministries” Radio program on 1290 KKSL. 503-233-2401, 1441 NE Second Ave., Portland. 8 p.m., Theatron Productions presentation of "Nightwatch," first of six performances on Thursdays through Saturdays through Nov. 18, Hope Theater, 1807 N.E. 39th Ave. (second floor, next to the Baskin-Robbins). Performed by Julisa Rowe of Artists in Christian Testimony, this is a benefit for the cross-cultural ministry in India she will undertaken with her husband, Bill. $7 adults, $5 for seniors and students. Recommended for age 7 and older. 503-282-2810 or billm-theatron@juno.com 8 p.m., Tom Grant Benefit Concert for Plan Loving Adoptions Now. Bauman Auditorium, George Fox University, $25, 503-472-8452 First of three days, Multnomah Bible College holds a preview weekend for juniors and seniors in high school and transfer students For more information call 1800-275-4672 or visit the web site www.multnomah.edu FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Medford at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 "Equipping the Younger Saints," a conference for parents and teachers, first of three days, Victorious Faith Family Center, 811 Center St., Oregon City. Theme is "How to Set Your Child's Heart on Fire for God." Featured speaker is Mark Harper, author of the Super Church Curriculum Series, currently used by more than 5,000 churches worldwide. 503-655-6729. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of two days, Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 N.E. Knott St., Portland. Crafts, homemade soup and pies. Continues 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 503-253-7567. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. “Sentimental Seasons” victorian Christmas bazaar, first of two days. Brooks Assembly of God, 9165 Portland Rd. NE, Brooks. A Unique display of “old fashioned” arts and crafts for sale. (503) 393-2155. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Pioneer United Methodist Women, first of two days, 7528 N. Charleston Ave., Portland. Christmas crafts, handiwork and quilts, dollars and antiques. Continues 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 503-286-0312. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Women of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 5415 S.E. Powell Blvd., Portland. Wooden crafts, handmade items, white elephants. 503-777-1443. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of two days, Portland Lutheran School, 740 S.E. 182nd Ave., Portland. Features "Jingle Bell Cafe,"handcrafted items, drawings. Continues 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 503-667-3199. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, first of three days, Light of Life Lutheran Church, 7390 S.W. Grabhorn Road, Aloha. Handcrafted gifts, holiday decorations, gourmet and homemade food. Continues 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. 503-642-9562. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Women's Ministry of McMinnville First Church of the Nazarene, first of two days, 700 N. Hill Road, McMinnville. Crafts from numerous Oregon artisans. Continues 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 503-472-8476. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Foursquare Women, first of two days, 1415 Seventh St., Oregon City. Holiday crafts, ornaments, Christmas cafe. Continued 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 503-656-6376. Noon to 8 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Hope Community Church Evangelical Women, first of two days, 14790 S.W. Boones Ferry Road, Lake Oswego. Handcrafted gifts, holiday decorations, soup and sandwich luncheon. Continues 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. 503-635-4880. Senior High retreat sponsored by Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church of Fairview, first of three days. $35. 503-667-6800. Parenting for Single Parents conference with R. J. Koerper, first of three days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center. Koerper is coordinator of the Youth Ministries Department at Colorado Christian University near Denver. 1-800-745-1546. American Baptist Women1s Ministries “Promises of Joy” Retreat at Canby Grove Conference Center. Learn how to tap into the living Spirit of God. For information, call (503) 228-7465. 7:30 p.m., Warner Pacific College production of Shakespeare’s “The Two Gentlemen from Verona,” first of five performances, Very Little Theatre on the college campus, S.E. 68th and Division, Portland. Also at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11 and 3 p.m. Nov. 12, 18 and 19. 503-517-1207. 7:30 p.m.,Switchfoot and Good Mud in concert, Bauman Auditorium on George Fox University’s Newberg campus. $10 advance, or $14 at the door through Fastixx, 1-800-992-TIXX, Christian Supply stores or Higher Ground Resource Center in Newberg. Information available through Ground Floor, (360) 260-9139. 8 p.m., “Godspell,” first of five performances, All Saints Episcopal Church, 4033 S.E. Woodstock, Portland. Based on the Gospel of St. Matthew, this music also will be performed at 8 p.m. Nov. 11, 17 and 18, and 7 p.m. Nov. 12. $15 tickets; order at 503- 786-0568. For more information, phone 503-236-3895. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 “A Heart for Women”, the Teen Challenge crisis Center for Women 2nd Annual Benefit Auction. 6:00 p.m. Double Tree Lloyd Center, 1000 NE Multnomah blvd in Portland. $15.00 Per person 230-1910 Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Medford at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 11th annual Craft Fair, first of two days, McMinnville First Church of the Nazarene, 700 N. Hill Road, McMinnville. 503-472-8476. 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., Salem Academy’s Holiday Craft Fair, East Campus Gym, 942 Lancaster Drive, NE. Over 30 local crafters will be there to sell their holiday items. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Beaverton First United Methodist Women, Fourth and Watson streets, Beaverton. Holiday crafts, baked goods, luncheon. 503-646-7107 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 11631 S.E. Linwood Ave., Milwaukie. Handcrafted treasures, angels and Nativities. 503-654-1705. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Rose City Park United Methodist Church, 5830 N.E. Alameda, Portland. Handmade items, woodwork, needlework, gift baskets, snacks. 503-281-1229. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Tualatin United Methodist Women, 20200 S.W. Martinazzi Ave., Tualatin. Stained glass, hand-knit baby items, handcrafted Christmas gifts. 503-692-1820. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Clackamas Valley Baptist Church, 29275 S.E. Eagle Creek Road, Estacada. Quilt raffle, homemade crafts and gifts, lunch served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Lake Oswego United Methodist Women, 1855 S. Shore Blvd., Lake Oswego. Ornaments, children's activities, lunch. 503-636-8423. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Wilshire United Methodist Women, 3917 N.E. Shaver St., Baked goods, holiday crafts, lunch.503-287-6526. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Oak Hills Presbyter -ian Church, 5010 S.E. Thiessen Road, Milwaukie. 503-654-4321. 4 p.m., “Trinidad and Tobago” will be featured on large screen video by Neil Pestes of Boring, Hood View Seventh-day Adventist Church, S.E. Kelso Rd., 268th Ct., Boring. Neil and Ruth Pestes’ travelogue features exotic birds, lizards, snakes, acouti, cave exploration, and other world traveller excitements. For more information, call 503-663-5611 or 503-658-4816. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Columbia Marriage Encounter Family Celebration St. Anthony’s, Tigard. 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Church services. 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., games, dessert and appetizer potluck. For More information, contact Jennifer and Bilberto Pena AT 503-640-8774 or jennifer.pena@nwresd.k12.or.us. To register your children for child care program, please call Chris Nicole at 541-374-8366. Please, no drop-ins for the children’s care program. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 GLOBAL / The International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, worldwide in over 300,000 churches (over 100,000 in the U.S.). An annual day of prayer and action on behalf of the suffering church. On this day Christians remember to pray for the persecuted church seeking ways to encourage and champion their faith. Christians are also pray for the nations that condone or perpetrate persecution. Contact: Chad Hayward 303-850-7720, www.persecutedchurch.org 10:30 a.m.,, Tim Howell of Christian Counseling Centers speaking to the “30’s, 40’s 50’s and Better” Singles Ministry, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. Topic is “The Fear of the Soul -- Helping wounded people to know God cares” (503) 638-5900. 6 p.m. Faith and healing crusade, first of four days Word of Faith Christian Center, 2900 S.W. Cornelius Pass Rd., #107, Hillsboro. This event is free to the public and everyone is invited. For more information, please call 503-649-6023 6:30 p.m. Informational meetings about finding a church in the Salmon Creek area. , University Inn at Salmon Creek, 1500 NE 134th, Vancouver, WA. For more information, call Eric Johnson at 360-281-3742. 7 p.m., “The Florida Boys” in concert, Orchards Holiness Camp Auditorium, 6300 Covington Road, Vancouver, Wash. Jointly sponsored by Dayspring Ministries and “Nightwatch” radio program. 360-833-0124. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13 Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Medford at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 7 to 9 p.m., Ladies Night Out, Portland Christian Center, 5700 S.W. Dosch Road, Portland. Includes drama presentation, holiday decorating and gift ideas. $3 includes seasonal refreshments. 503-245-7735. 7 to 9 p.m, .LifePoint series themes ‘Priorities’, with guest speaker Pam Van Hook, who has found her priorities in life while battling a chronic disease. Beaverton Christian Church, 13600 S.W. Allen Blvd. Workshops in prioritizing and oganizing your home, placing Christ at a first priority, craft night, easy Recipes, For more information or registration, contact BCC Women’s Ministries Dept. at 503-646-2151. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Coos Bay/North Bend at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 7 p.m., FireGate Revival Meetings, first of five days, Linn County Fairgrounds Expo Center, 3700 Knox Butte Road N.E. Albany. Sponsored byWell of Bethesda Ministries of Battle Ground, Wash., these meetingsfeature revivalist Tom and Deborah Gliebe, Rev. Terry and Rebecca Burcham, Pastor John Schenck and the FireGate Worship Team. Also at 7 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and 6 p.m. Saturday. 541-928-3524 or www.FireGate.org WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 6:30 p.m., “The Bibleman Adventure: Conquering the Wrath of Rage,” a live presentation, New Hope Community Church, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. This is a one-hour, action-packed stage show encouraging all who attend to stand firm in their faith. $6 general admission, $7.50 for reserved seating (group discounts available). Tickets available at all Portland-area Christian Supply stores. 503-251-1555. 10 a.m., University Players, George Fox University's touring drama troupe, performing in Newberg campus chapel, Bauman Auditorium. 503-538-8383. 7:14 p.m.-8:14 p.m.,Youth Prayer Gathering This will be held at a mid-Willamette Valley location that is to be announced. This event is for all students, Middle, High Schools and College age. Sponsored by Mid-Valley Network of Youth Ministries. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Eugene at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 6 p.m., Warner Pacific College Harvest Banquet to benefit student scholarships, Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland. (503) 517-1000. 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., "Prophecy Club" crusade, first of four days, Portland Airport Shilo Inn, 11707 N.E. Airport Way, Portland. "The Prophecy Club" program is carried locally on KKSL and KPBC radio. 785-266-1112. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17 Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Corvallis at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 Jr. high youth retreat at Molalla Retreat Center, sponsored by Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2420 N.E. Fairview Ave., Fairview. First of two days. Cost is $35, plan to meet at church and drive down to the Center. For more information, call Nathan at 503-667-6800 High School retreat sponsored by First Church of God of Vancouver (Wash.), first of three days, at The Dunes Bible Camp, Klipsan Beach, Wash. $50. 360-574-1611. Sr. High Beach retreat, Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2420 N.E. Fairview Ave., Fairview. First of two days. Cost is $35, plan to meet at church and drive down to the Center. For more information, call Nathan at 503-667-6800. Warner Pacific College Homecoming, first of three days, at the college campus, 2219 S.E. 68th Ave., Portland. (503) 517-1000. ProYouth’s WorldView Academy weekend, first of two days, Evangelical Center, 18121 S.E. River Road, Milwaukie. Trains students and adults to lead the culture as they follow Christ. 1-87-ProYouth or www.proyouth.com Family Life Conferences’ “Super Weekend,” first of two days, Janetzen Beach DoubleTree Hotel, Choose between marriage or parenting conferences. 1-800-FLYTODAY or www.familylife.com 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by New Hope Community Church Women's Ministry, first of two days, 11731 S.E. Stevens Road, Clackamas. Homemade crafts, florals, country cafe. Continues 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. 503-659-5683. 7 p.m., City-Wide Singles’ Concert of Praise sponsored by “The 30s, 40s and Better” Singles Group at Rolling Hills CommunityChurch, Tualatin. 7 p.m., Monte Ingersoll and band in concert, Warner Pacific College's McGuire Auditorium, 2219 S.E. 68th Ave., Portland. Integersoll offers music ranging from contemporary and rock to traditional, and has appeared with Luis Palau, Josh McDowell, Robert Schuller Jr., Youth for Christ, Jesus Northwest and more. Tickets $10 -$20 for a family. A special student price of $5 is available for church groups who make advance reservations by calling 503-517-1027. 7 p.m., "Fresh Fire Ministries" meetings with evangelist Todd Bentley of Canada, first of six consecutive evenings, Vineyard Christian Fellowship, Albany. Freewill offerings taken. 604-853-9041. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Astoria at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 CUME/NW (Contextualized Urban Ministry Education Northwest) Awards Banquet, Portland location. (503) 493-4512. Morning, Portland "Jesus Day 2001" planning meeting, Gateway Izzy's Pizza restaurant, 1307 N.E. 102nd, Portland. 503-777-6036. "Christmas at Grandma's" bazaar, First Church of God, Vancouver, Wash. 360-574-1611. 9 a.m., Portland Metro Chapter, Pacific Northwest Association of Church Libraries, at First United Methodist Church, 1838 S.W. Jefferson, Portland. Featured speaker is Sandy Snavely, former KKPZ radio talk host and author of “Called to Rebellion.” 503-682-6940. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Park Place Evangelical Women, 13933 S. Gain St., Oregon City. Handcrafts, holiday decorations and ornaments. 503-656-7525/ 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Capitol Hill United Methodist Church, 2401 S.W. Taylor's Ferry Road, Portland. Handmade gifts, luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., home-baked treats. 503-244-8874. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar sponsored by Peace Lutheran Church Women, 2201 N. Portland Ave., Portland. Soup and sandwich lunch, baked goods, quilts. 503-289-1070. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Moreland Church of the Nazarene, 7805 S.E. 17th Ave., Portland. Prize-winning baked goods, homemade jams and jellies, handcrafts. 503-234-1015. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Zoar Lutheran Church, 190 S.W. Third Ave., Canby. Crafts, lefse, quilts. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holiday Bazaar, Piedmont Presbyterian Church, 5760 N.E. Cleveland St., Portland. Quilts, home-baked holiday treats, hand-sewn and hand-crafted items. 503-285-5348. 2 to 4 p.m., Annual Holiday Dinner for senior citizens, Portland Christian Center, 5700 S.W. Dosch Road, Portland. Featured will be "Dayspring," George Fox University's touring vocal ensemble. $7.50 503-245-7735. 6 p.m., Jesus Day 2001 planning meeting, Gateway Izzy’s, 1307 N.E. 102nd, Portland. 503-777-6036 6 p.m., Gospel Echoes Northwest Prison Ministry Banquet, Fairview Mennonite Church, 35100 Goltra Road, Albany. Music provided by the Todd Neuschwander family, Goshen, Ind. This event will outline how prisoners across the Northwest can be reached with a message of hope and love in Christ. 503-474-1444 for free tickets. 8 p.m. to midnight, Christian Connection Ministries Sock Hop Dance at West Linn/Lake Oswego at Athey Creek Middle School, 2900 SW Borland Rd. 50’s dress encouraged, Hula Hoop contest, Lessons at 7. Cost: $8 prepaid. 503-977-3732 8 p.m., “David Hart and Basic” in concert at Mt. Olivet Coffee Shop, behind Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in the Family Life Center, 8725 N. Chautauqua Blvd., Portland. 503-240-7759. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 10:30 a.m., David Gallagher, associate crusade director for the Luis Palau Evangelistic Association, speaking to the “30’s, 40’s 50’s and Better” Singles Ministry, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. (503) 638-5900. Morning, Installation of Rev. Scott Erickson as senior pastor of Peoples Church, at the church, 4500 Lancaster Drive N.E., Salem. Noon, "Chicken after Church" dinner, Smith Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2420 N.E. Fairview Ave., Fairview. 503-667-6800. 12:30 p.m., Thanksgiving Dinner, First Baptist Church, S.W. 12th & Taylor, Portland. Meal and fellowship for family and friends. For tickets, call the church office, 503-228-7465. 3 p.m., CB Northwest Senior Sing for adults age 50 and better, at Hinson Memorial Baptist Church, S.E. 20th & Salmon, Portland. The Lutke Family musicians will be featured. Free admission; refreshments following the sing. 503-232-1156. 3 p.m., The Tabor Duo concert Schlatter Chapel,Warner Pacific College (SE 68th and Division, Portland). Seasonal concert, 2nd in series. Music faculty members perform works from four periods of music. Tickets for individual performance, $8 per person, $6 per student or senior, or $15 per family. Season subscriptions available. (503) 517-1061. 6 p.m., "Fan the Flame" worship and ministry, Vancouver Vineyard Church, meeting at Vancouver Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1207 E. Reserve St., Vancouver, Wash. 360-896-4006. 6:30 p.m. Informational meetings about finding a church in the Salmon Creek area. , University Inn at Salmon Creek, 1500 NE 134th, Vancouver, WA. Call Eric Johnson at 360-281-3742. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20 10 a.m., Music ministry by Sharon Cosand and Eden Davis of Salem, at George Fox University Newberg campus chapel service, Bauman Auditorium. 503-538-8383. Mark and Elaine Hendricks, Wycliffe Associates missionaries to Africa, will be speaking in Salem at Wycliffe Associates banquets. The banquets are free to the public. For complimentary tickets and reservations, call 1-877-318-0356 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21 Thanksgiving banquet for single adults, Portland Christian Center, 5700 S.W. Dosch Road, Portland. Includes singing, games, prizes and awards,special testimonies, music and a devotional speaker. $7.50. 503-245-7735. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Thanksgiving Eve. Many churches will have services. 7 p.m., Thanksgiving Eve Candlelight Service, First Church of God, 3300 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, Wash. 360-574-1611. THANKSGIVING DAY THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23 Many churches will have special services. Thanksgiving conference with John Dyer, first of four days, Cannon Beach Christian Conference Center. A Britisher, Dyer is the founder of Barnabas Ministry International and began his miniitry with National Young Life in England. 1-800-745-1546. Thanksgiving Weekend Retreat, first of four days, Christian Retreat Center, 22444 North Fork Road S.E., Silverton. Thanksgiving dinner served at 1 p.m .Thursday. Suggested donation for three nights and 10 meals is $75 per adult, $35 per child 7-12, and $20 per child 3-6. Deposit is $75 per family, $50 per couple and $30 per single. 503-873-6743. 2000 Winter Wonderland, first of daily presentations through New Year’s Day, at Portland International Raceway, exit 306B off interstate 5. Times are 5 to 10 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 5 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. 38th annual presentation of the Singing Christmas Tree, first of 10 performances through Nov. 29, Portland Keller Auditorium. Also at 11 a.m., and 2:30 and 7:30 p.m., Nov. 25; 1:30 and 6 p.m., Nov. 26; 7:30 p.m., Nov. 27, 28 and 29. 503-557-TREE. 7:30 p.m., Jaci Velasquez and Plus One in concert, Church of the Nations, Tacoma,Wash. Tickets Gold: $24 in advance, general admission, $19.50 in advance. Group tickets available through Creation, advance purchase on GA tickets only1-800-327-6921. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 7 p.m., Jaci Velasquez and Plus One in concert, Salem Armory. Tickets Gold: $24 in advance, general admission, $19.50 in advance. Group tickets available through Creation, advance purchase on GA tickets only. 1-800-327-6921. 8 p.m. to midnight, Christian Connection Ministries Thanksgiving Salem Dance at Chemeketa Community College, bldg. 50. Lessons at 7 p.m. Cost: $6 prepaid. 503-977-3732 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 8:30 a.m., Open house at First Baptist Church, S.W. 12th & Taylor, Portland, with near completion of remodeling project. All three floors of the church will be wheelchair accessible when completed. Visitors can ride elevator to all three floors and walk on the new ramps,enjoy music and refreshments. Open house continued to 4:30 p.m. 503-228-7465. 10:30 a.m.,, “Misplaced Hope,” a group Bible study and discussion for the “30’s, 40’s 50’s and Better” Singles Ministry, Rolling Hills Community Church, 3550 S.W. Borland Road, Tualatin. (503) 638-5900. 6 p.m., "Fan the Flame" worship and ministry, Vancouver Vineyard Church, meeting at Vancouver Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1207 E. Reserve St., Vancouver, Wash. 360-896-4006. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27 10 a.m., Jay Laffoon, president of Communication Resources in Mississippi, speaking at George Fox University Newberg campus chapel, Bauman Auditorium. This program is sponsored by Compassion International. 503-538-8383. 7:30 p.m., “Child of the Promise” tour, Rose Garden, Portland. This is a contemporary musical drama featuring Steven Curtis Chapman, Crystal Lewis, Twila Pars, Russ Taff, Wayne Watson, Avalon, 4Him, Aaron Benward, Russ Lee, Jumpstart, Clay Cross and Rachel Lampa. 503-224-4400. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest "Church Health Clinic," First Baptist Church, Bend. The focus is on how healthy pastors lead healthy churches. 503-669-1515 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 10 a.m., Bill Jastrum, pastor of Tualatin Foursquare Church, speaking, at George Fox University Newberg campus chapel, Bauman Auditorium, 503-538-8383. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., Money and Discipleship workshop, first of four days. Menucha Retreat Center. Featured speaker is Chad Meyers. The workshop is currently full, but those interested are encouraged to call and be placed on a waiting list. Journey Into Freedom (503) 244-4728. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., CB (Conservative Baptist) Northwest "Church Health Clinic," First Baptist Church, Cove. The focus is on how healthy pastorslead healthy churches. 503-669-1515 7 p.m., "Voice of Deliverance Conference 2000" with evangelist Prophetess Juanita Bynum, first of two consecutive evenings, Maranatha Church, 4222 N.E. Skidmore, Portland. Sponsored by HeavenBound Deliverance Center 503-727-2677. 7:30 p.m., Theatron Productions presentation of "Nativity on the Square" by Tom Long, first of nine performances on Thursdays through Saturdays through Dec. 16, Hope Theater, 1807 N.E. 39th Ave., Portland. In this play, characters from a civic navitity display learn their proper attitudes from a homeless bag lady. $7 for adults, $5 for students and seniors. Suitable for audiences 12 years to adult. 503-282-2810 or billm-theatron@juno.com
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