Notes from the Board

  • Queer Jam Collective

    Eastrose Fellowship is pleased to be inviting Queer Jam Collective into our space for COVID-safe jam sessions on most Thursdays from 7-10pm. All Eastrose queer-identifying members and friends are invited. Masks will be required and available. All are welcome at the event, regardless of skill level. We would love for you to join us! Please…

  • Sunrise Choir Practice

    The Eastrose Choir meets every Monday in December. The next rehearsal is Monday, December 2 from 6-8pm. For more information, contact Choir Director Tyler. Please come a few minutes early so we can start singing right at 6.

  • Whole Food, Plant-Based Eating Study Group

    Everything you need to know about what’s on your plate, but didn’t know to ask Led by Shirley Jean, this group meets online from 4-5pm on Thursdays. Before each meeting, participants watch a video online and make one or two assigned recipes. The movie and recipes are discussed during the gathering. Health-promoting vegan food includes…

  • Brown Bag Lunch with Rev. Robin

    You are warmly invited and welcome to join Rev. Robin for a casual brown bag lunch and conversation most Tuesdays, from noon-1pm in the Thatcher Room. No RSVP necessary. Upcoming lunches are Tuesday, January 14, 21 and 28.

  • Spirited Conversations – Jan. 12

    Join Rev. Robin and others for spirited conversations on some of life’s big questions – identity, faith, finitude, society, relationships, and more. No pre-registration necessary. Bring a bag lunch, as desired. All are welcome to participate in these 1-hr discussions on Sunday January 12 & 26, after service.

  • Scam Alert!

    As people are going through these trying times, scammers are taking advantage – posing as our leadership, staff, and members asking for help. Know that Eastrose or our leadership will NEVER ask for you to buy gift cards or send money in an email. We only encourage donations sent directly to the church office or contributed…

  • Eastrose Hiking Group

    Our Eastrose hiking group will be in the Gorge this coming week on Wednesday, June 7th. We will stop first at the John B Yeon trailhead to hike to both Elowah Falls and Upper McCord Creek Falls, a total of about 3 miles. Then we’ll drive a short distance to the Wahclella Falls trailhead to visit Munra…

  • I’ve Blocked That!

    Like any optimistic, but all-too-human minister, I believe in trial and error (and deep breathing!) when it comes to getting organized. Years ago, at a Minister’s meeting, a colleague recommended an approach called “the block system” and I thought, “Eureka, I’m saved!” I even recommended it to my son. Sam, (a high schooler at the…

  • The Proof in the Pudding

    I often receive handcrafted delicious food gifts from congregants during the holiday season (no pressure, I promise!) In the olden days, ministers were frequently paid in provisions — potatoes and beef, soap, candles, cakes, bread and linens. One could say that the tradition lives on in magical ways. It surely did in a New England…

  • Eastrosarians Get Together!

    A new, regular feature of fun and interesting social activities planned for Eastrose members and friends Friday, January 17, 2025: Eastrose Happy Hour at Von Eberts Brewing on NE Glisan, 5:30-7:30pm. Come and enjoy the company of your friends as we enjoy a beverage and a meal. POSTPONED Friday, January 24, 2025: Blooming Rose Open Mic…