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 November except November 3. The next rehearsal is Monday, November 11 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 This group, led by Shirley Jean, meets online from 4-5pm on consecutive Thursdays, started last month. 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…

  • 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. The next one is Tuesday, November 5th; and every Tuesday in November.

  • Spirited Conversations – Sep. 15

    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 September 15 & 22, 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…

  • Day Hikes for Eastrosarians

    On Wednesday, February 8, we’ll do a 3-mile loop through Tyron Creek State Natural Area. It’s moderately challenging with rolling trails, varying from 50′ to 300′ of elevation. The trails are well-maintained, but muddy. Shorter, easier trail options are also available. There should be abundant wildlife, birds and seasonal wildflowers. Binoculars and nature guides may…

  • New Year, New Beginnings

    Eastrose has a new minister! Reverend Robin Zucker begins her ministry at Eastrose on August 1, 2023. When I wrote my December blog, I could not have imagined this possibility. Everything has fallen into place so well that it seems meant to be. After a year of being lay led, Rev. Robin’s ministry signals new…

  • December, 2022

    “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” as the song goes. So many celebrations of cultural holidays occur in December, including the most ancient of all—the Winter Solstice celebration of the returning of the light. With the start of a new year, many of us, me included, contemplate the past twelve months and what…