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Programs

 

Lake Oswego UMC offers a host of programs to provide inspiration and support as well as opportunities for spiritual growth and service.


Opportunities To Serve



In the Community

  • Donations to FISH and the West Linn Food Pantry
  • Serve at the Sunnyside UMC "Hardtimes Supper"
  • Provide a meal for homeless street youth
  • Volunteer at our local transitional apartment
  • Help build a Habitat for Humanity House
  • Volunteer with seasonal projects
  • Address rising needs through the Outreach Committee
  • Work for justice on housing, health care, and domestic violence

At Church

  • Serve coffee during our fellowship time
  • Usher during worship services
  • Provide flower arrangements for the altar
  • Help maintain the church grounds and buildings
  • Serve on a program committee
  • Help in the kitchen
  • Volunteer in the church office
  • Teach Sunday School
  • Work with the youth groups
  • Work with the Transitional Apartment

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For Children and Youth


Sunday Christian Education Classes

Nursery care is provided through age three in
our nursery during both worship services.

10:15 a.m. Age-level classes for children ages three years through Sr. High.

Youth Groups

Interested participants are welcomed at any meeting.

  • RAD: (Radically Active Disciples) Fourth and fifth graders meets on the first and third Sundays from 5-6:30 p.m.
  • MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH FELLOWSHIP for sixth, seventh and eighth graders meet Sundays from 5-6:30 p.m.
  • SENIOR HIGH YOUTH FELLOWSHIP: Ninth through twelfth graders meet Sundays from 5-6:30 p.m.
  • CONFIRMATION CLASS: For sixth, seventh and eighth graders, this three-year program explores the faith questions and church life important to teens. The class meets monthly; time and days vary.

Music Groups

  • ANGEL CHOIR: For age three through kindergarten. They meet on Sundays during the 10:15 church school time. Jenny Cook, Angel Choir Director
  • JUNIOR CHOIR: For kindergarten through sixth graders, this group meets on Sunday mornings 9:45 to 10:15 am.
  • FARSIDE BAND: A praise band made up of Jr. and Sr. High youth.
  • YOUTH HANDBELL CHOIR: For middle school and high school youth, this choir rehearses on Sundays at 4:00 p.m.

Other Opportunities

Youth are also involved in District and Conference youth retreats, summer camps, family gatherings, recreational opportunities, and an annual summer mission trip.

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Activities For Adults

Sunday Christian Education Classes

Interested participants are welcomed at any meeting.

  • FAITH IN ACTION — is an ongoing discussion open to all on a drop in basis during the connection hour. It is a place where opinions on significant current topics can be discussed openly in a respectful and unbiased manner. Topics are chosen by consensus and Methodist sources are turned to for guidance on moral issues.
  • PROBERS: Class focus is on a variety of topics, including book reviews and video series. Each winter the class studies "Great Decisions." They meet in the Chapel/Library at 9:15 a.m.
  • Small groups are forming now for friendship, encouragement, and spritual growth.

Weekday Education Classes

Interested participants are welcome at any meeting.

  • TUESDAY EVENING CLASSES: A variety of Bible studies, spiritual formation, and topical classes are offered throughout the year. The classes are taught by the pastor or members of the congregation. Call for current schedules.
  • FRIDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY: Traditional Bible study that meets Fridays at 9:30 am at the church. Call the church office for details.
  • OPEN HEARTS: A group that meets on Thursday mornings from 10:00 to noon in the Conference Room
  • COFFEE GROUP: An informal discussion group that meets Fridays at 7:30 a.m. Leadership and sharing of topics rotate among group members. New people are always welcome.

Adult Music Groups

  • CHANCEL CHOIR: This choir rehearses on Wednesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. (Childcare provided as requested.) The choir sings at the 10:15 worship service during the school year.

Interested participants are welcomed at any rehearsal.

  • LAKE CARILLON & VESPER BELLS: Our two handbell choirs each play once a month at the 10:15 a.m. worship service.
  • FLIPSIDE PRAISE BAND: This group of musicians provides the music for the 8:30 a.m. informal worship service, Sunday Morning Alive! Their two CDs, “Our Maker's Dozen” and “Mary Did You Know?” (Christmas) is currently available.
  • ENSEMBLES AND SOLOISTS: A number of vocalists and instrumentalists provide special music for worship services.

Interest/Fellowship Groups

Interested participants are welcomed at any meeting.

  • CRAFT GROUP: Creative people interested in creating crafts for our seasonal bazaars meet Wednesdays from 9:30 to noon.
  • PAINTING GROUP: Oil and watercolor painters meet weekly at a member's home. For information contact the Church office.
  • LUNCH BUNCH: An informal prepared luncheon on the 3rd Thursday of the month at noon. The cost is $3.50 and open to anyone.
  • UNITED METHODIST WOMEN: Women meet monthly for study, service, and fellowship. They actively support local and global ministries. Contact the Church office for details.
  • MEN'S GROUP:All men are invited to join in the discussions centered around a variety of books. They meet Sunday nights at 7:00 p.m.

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