New Choir Members wanted!  You are welcome to check out the Portland Interfaith Gospel Choir at their Monday night rehearsals, from 6:30 to 8:30 at Mt. Tabor Presbyterian Church. January 23rd begins the new season. Portland Interfaith Gospel Choir members come from diverse spiritual traditions. They celebrate gospel music to bring Joy and Love to the community. Read more about them on Facebook or www.portlandgospel.org. They are availbale to sing for community events that celebrate diversity and unity. Contact Kristy Hellum 503 863-7900 for more info.

FSC Programs for FEBRUARY 2012

Held at Franciscan Spiritual Center (unless otherwise noted)

6902 SE Lake Rd, Suite 300

Milwaukie, OR 97267

Ph: 503-794-8542

Web: www.FrancisSpCtr.com

The Mindfulness Code: Keys for Overcoming Stress, Anxiety, Fear, and
Unhappiness

Local author Donald Altman uses the latest knowledge on brain science and
his training as a Buddhist monk to guide us in reactivating the natural
abilities we already possess for mindfulness and happiness. Through mind,
body, spirit, and relationship we will create new strategies to have a
greater sense of wellbeing.

When: February 2, 16, March 1, 15, 29

Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Cost: $75 for series

DILL PICKLE CLUB SEEKS P/T DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

 Summary of Position:
 The Dill Pickle Club (http://dillpickleclub.org/), a non-profit organization broadening knowledge of Portland’s past, present and future seeks a P/T Director of Development to sustain the organization’s programs and build capacity for future staffing.

 Job Duties: - Develop the overall fundraising strategy for organization - Manage the organization’s membership and donations - Research and write grants - Solicit businesses for sponsorships - Work closely with organization staff to set funding priorities and sustain programming - Prepare and be able to explain metrics related to organization’s financials to Board of Directors Qualifications: - Have a genuine interest in civics, place-makin

Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) Job Announcement

POSITION: Program Support Specialist/Instructor

WAGE: $14/hr

LOCATION: IRCO’s Asian Family Center and school sites

APPLY AT: www.irco.org

STATUS: Casual, 1-5:00pm Monday-Friday 

OPENING: January 13, 2012

CLOSING: Open until filled

LANGUAGES: Fluent in English Required.  Preferred those candidates who can also speak another language like Vietnamese, Russian, Spanish, Chinese, Somali, Arabic, Burmese or Karen

The AbleCorps Program is looking for a ½ time Field Liaison to provide support to AbleCorps Volunteers and their placement sites, and to coordinate team efforts.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Field Liason will Recruit, Train and Support AbleCorps Volunteers and their placement sites' service and development goals under the general direction of the Program Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• - Support and supervise AbleCorps volunteers assuring compatibility of service project and volunteer development.

- Assist in the coordination of meeting AbleCorps volunteer’s needs.

Youth Progress, an independent living skills program for at-risk youth is looking to borrow 6 or 7 long, foldable tables for our fundraising event on Jan. 27th.

If you have tables to loan, we would love to hear from you.  We would ideally like to pick them up a few days before the event, and be able to return them Monday, Janurary 30th.

Please contact Director of Development- Taryn O'Flynn at toflynn@youthprogress.org or 503-233-6121 ex 349

Youth Progress provides a nurturing environment where youth gain the skills necessary to progress socially, personally, academically, and vocationally.  We support and enhance the growth and development of Oregon's youth through healthy and productive partnerships.

We have two great plant workshops coming up! Scholarships are available.

Winter Fruit Tree Pruning

Saturday, January 28th, 1:30pm-4pm

In this hands-on workshop you will learn basic pruning and training skills
and get advice for your own trees. We'll discuss how and when to prune and
proper tools and cuts. Then we'll head outside for demonstration and
practice in our diverse orchard, with over 50 trees of various ages and
varieties. Class is limited to 10 people. Small size means plenty of
individual instruction, hands on practice and time for questions.

Cost: $35-50 sliding scale

Taught by John Iott

Learn more and register at www.zengerfarm.org/workshops.

Our upcoming training begins on Saturday January 28th.  There is still time to participate!   

ABOUT THE TRAINING:

No human being should be left alone during times need.  Yet all too often, people pull away. You can fill that gap by being a companion who provides compassion, a listening ear and support to a person who is seriously ill or near the end of life.

Housecall Providers is an innovative health care provider offering primary-care house calls and hospice services to homebound seniors and people with disabilities throughout the Portland metro area. 

Where: I-205 Multi-Use Path just north of NE Sandy Blvd. Volunteer parking
is available at the Best Western Pony Soldier Inn - 9901 Northeast Sandy
Boulevard Portland, OR 97220-3323. This area is just north of the Parkrose
Sumner Transit Center for volunteers choosing public transportation.

Volunteer Food Pantry Coordinator opening available at William Temple House

William Temple House in NW Portland seeks a Volunteer Food Pantry/Emergency Supply Center Coordinator with a passion for helping others and strong organizational skills.

This position is ideal for a person with inventory management skills and experience working compassionately with individuals and families in need and coordinating the work of a group of volunteers. Familiarity with inventory management is a big plus. The position also may be shared by two volunteers with this blend of skills.

Rigler SUN After-school Classroom Assistant Volunteer

 Rigler is a K-7 school in the Cully neighborhood in NE Portland. Rigler SUN, a program of the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO), invites you to become part of our team. We offer a variety of fun after-school education classes from Yoga to Guitar, Art to Ping Pong, and more.

TITLE: After-school Classroom Assistant Volunteer

LOCATION: Rigler Elementary School, 5401 NE Prescott, Portland Oregon 97218

Are you:

• Detail oriented?
• Looking for a way to contribute to a good cause?
• Interested in keeping your mind sharp in retirement
• Maintaining a fresh resume while you look for a job?

* * * If you answered yes, you may be just who we're looking for!  The Rural Organizing Project has a very important volunteer position open in our Scappoose office. * * *