(Photo Credit: Daniel Grigoryan) By Isaac Meythaler, NW Adventist More than 130 young adults from 42 cities and 15 church groups gathered at Camp MiVoden for a weekend filled with connection and spiritual growth. The Upper Columbia Conference Young Adult Retreat exceeded expectations Nov. 22–24, 2024, creating lasting memories for […]

By Oregon Right to Life, (Oregon Right to Life) — For too many women, abortion can seem like the only way out of a difficult situation. Pregnant moms facing economic uncertainty, coercion, domestic violence, and homelessness often feel pressured to abort even if they would far rather keep their babies. […]

Randy Alcorn Eternal Perspectives Ministry Based in Oregon Jim Abernethy, a well-known diver and underwater photographer, works primarily with sharks. Years ago in the Bahamas, Jim encountered a large tiger shark he named Emma. Unlike most tiger sharks, Emma was friendly and curious, and as their relationship developed, Jim saw […]

University of Portland Press Release, University of Portland is proud to announce a $20 million dollar gift—one of the largest single gifts in school history—from a multi-generational family whose ties to the University span more than 65 years. The historic gift will support the University’s priorities of enhancing student access, […]

By Faith News Note, You may possess the voice of an angel and a talent for strumming the guitar and playing piano, but if you’re not within weight limits, you may not wish to join the worship team at New Creation Church in Hillsboro. According to guidelines posted online, but […]

Randy Alcorn Eternal Perspectives Ministry Based in Oregon I asked the men in my weekly small group, “If you knew today you had only one week to live, what would you do?” We came up with a number of answers and then asked ourselves why we wouldn’t do those things […]

By Corban University MLK Serve Day has become one of Corban’s most enduring traditions. On a day designated in honor of Martin Luther King Jr., a man noted for his bold, sacrificial service, while most enjoy an extra day off from work or class, many Corban students instead choose to […]

By Food for All Coalition, Press Release Food for All Oregonians Coalition Introduces Bill as Part of Immigrant Justice Package Newly released data shows hunger crisis in Oregon, underscoring urgent need for action Salem, Ore. — In a show of broad support, community members, legislators and advocates gathered at the […]

Randy Alcorn Eternal Perspectives Ministry Based in Oregon I asked the men in my weekly small group, “If you knew today you had only one week to live, what would you do?” We came up with a number of answers and then asked ourselves why we wouldn’t do those things […]

Statement from Archbishop Alexander K. Sample, Archdiocese of Portland, on Executive Orders regarding immigration: By Portland Archdiocese Press Release, January 22, 2025 In response to the new administration’s executive orders focused on immigration, I am in accord with the statement given by the President of the United States Conference of […]