Staying Connected
January 22, 2026
This Sunday with Pastor Anna
Title: Un-learning Unity
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18
Now I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you be in agreement and that there be no divisions among you but that you be knit together in the same mind and the same purpose
--1 Cor 1:10
Opportunities this Week:
Sun, 10:30 am: Worship
In the sanctuary and on Zoom
Tue, 1:00 pm: Talk 'n' Thought
In the Fireside Room
Wed, 6:30 pm: ImBible Study
In the Fireside Room and on Zoom
Vision Team
Let Anna know by Feb 7 if you would like to join the team to envision our decolonial path forward. Help answer the question, “What are we building at VHUMC?”
National Day of Solidarity
With Minnesota leading the way, tomorrow, Friday, Jan 23, will be a nationwide day of non-violent moral action and reflection: no work, no school, no shopping — only community, conscience, and collective action. Locate a local, peaceful protest by visiting iceoutnowmn.com
Vigils
There are ongoing vigils at the Portland ICE building, 4310 S Macadam Ave, from 2:00-2:45 pm every 1st and 3rd Thursday. Grab your group and peacefully protect our democracy.
Support MN
Across Minnesota, ICE continues to stop, harass, and detain people regardless of their citizenship status. People live in fear of leaving their homes. Minnesotans are organized and activated to respond to this violence. But they need our help. Find vetted organizations to donate to at standwithminnesota.com
Survey
Throughout history, Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ folx have been misrepresented, uncounted or erased in institutional data. Through an online survey, storytelling sessions and a community art project, Pride in Numbers is creating a powerful portrait of Two-Spirit and LGBTQIA+ life in Oregon. The information and stories gathered will be shared back with the community, so advocates, community organizations, and organizers can build the programs, services, mutual aid networks, and policies deserved. Learn more at prideinnumbers.org.
Hand & Foot Party
Hand & Foot is a fun, easy-to-learn card game. Linda and Ray Miller are hosting a party on Sat, Jan 31, at 3:00 pm at their house. Snacks, drinks, and desserts will be provided. The cost is $50 per person and will benefit last year’s auction. Contact Linda or the church office if interested.
Epiphany Message
Bishop Bridgeforth has posted a message at https://greaternw.org/epiphany-message-faith-demands-another-path/. You can watch the video or simply read the transcript.
Night Strike
We continue our connection with Night Strike, a ministry to the houseless, under the Burnside Bridge. Our usual evening is on the third Thursday of each month. It’s not too early to sign up for Feb 19. You can register at cityteam.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/nightstrike.
Easy Giving
Donate online
Fred Meyer Rewards program, code SY323
CarEasy.org to give 70% of vehicle sale to VHUMC
Contact the church office with any questions.
Calendars
Receiving 2026 calendars that you won't use? You can leave them on the Welcome table and Donna will make sure they get to Neighborhood House for those who need them.
Talk N Thought
The ‘dynamite’ ladies of TnT meet every Tuesday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, in the Fireside Room to read and discuss together. Contact Linda Miller at raylindamiller@comcast.net for more info.
Prayer Chain
Email your prayer requests to PrayerVHUMC@gmail.com. If you do not have access to email, you may call Linda Miller at 503.699.8628. The ‘Prayers of the People’ is crafted weekly from this information; please indicate if your prayer is private.
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