September 2008

Portland Christian Center’s Monthly Magazine

New Sunday Morning Schedule

Beginning September 7th, 2008, we will have a new
schedule for all of our Sunday morning services, class-
Marriage Advance es and groups. We are making these changes to ac-
commodate the increasing attendance throughout the
October 3rd – 5th, 2008
church. As Portland Christian Center attracts more visi-
Location: Hallmark Resort
tors, we want to ensure that we can accommodate ev-
Newport, OR
eryone who attends PCC.
Save the date! You and your spouse will enjoy this romantic weekend on
• Sunday Morning Services - 9:00 am & 11:00 am
the Oregon Coast. Registration fee includes two nights’ beach front accom-
• M.S. & H.S. Classes - 9:00 am
modations, two catered meals, and all conference materials. A $50 deposit
• Children’s Church & Sunday School - 9:00 am &
holds your spot!
11:00 am
• Adult Sunday Morning Classes
Cost is $235 for the conference and a standard room. ($250 after 9/5/08). The
· Overcomers: 9:30 am in Room 228
cost for the conference and a deluxe room is $280. ($300 after 9/5/08).
· Frontrunners: 9:30 am in the Chapel
· Cross Trainers: 11:00 am in the Chapel
Please contact Pastor Joel Slater to register at (503) 245-7735 or JSlater@
· Japanese Class: 11:00 am in Room 228
PortlandChristianCenter.com.

David Klinkenberg
Special Musical Guest
Sunday, September 28th, 2008
Both Morning Services at 9:00 am & 11:00 am

Accomplished violinist David Klinkenberg delivers his unique style of

worship where ever he goes. From the ethereal strains of “Holy, Holy,
Holy,” to the Celtic-influenced cadence of “Be Thou My Vision”, Klinken-
berg takes familiar melodies on a journey not heard before.

“I started playing the violin in church at a very early age, so the concept
of worshipping with the violin was ingrained in me as a child. Now it is
hard for me to worship without the violin.”

NOW ENROLLING FOR THE
2008-2009 YEAR!
Are you looking for the perfect school to call home?
Look no further, Hilltop is just the place for you!
Hilltop Preschool & Kindergarten is known for its
nurturing and loving environment, striving in aca-
demic excellence and a program that focuses on
each child.
Additional programs offered are: After School
Care, Lunch Bunch program, as well as both Man-
darin Chinese and Spanish Classes.
For more information, please contact the school
office at (503) 245-3183 to speak with Anna Busby,
School Director. Tours are available.
KID’S PRAISE COMPANY
Attention All Parents of 1st - 5th Graders.
New Elementary Choir Season
Begins October 1st!
Registration is now open for the super exciting fall
season of Kids Praise Company Choir! We’d LOVE
to have YOUR student and all of their friends join
us. You don’t want your child to miss this exciting
musical opportunity! It’s the coolest KIDS’ CHOIR
anywhere! KPC will sing in all of PCC’s Christmas
Celebration Concerts for 15,000 people. WOW!
Come and be a part of our very FUN WEEKLY RE-
HEARSALS ... singing, and learning about music!
A $20 registration fee covers the cost of a formal
concert outfit for the Christmas Celebration Con-
certs. Register online, or call Kristin Lockaby at
(503) 245-7735. Pick up an information sheet on
KPC at the Music Registration table in the lobby.
Registration required.
KICKOFF REHEARSAL
Wednesday, October 1st
6 pm in Rooms 217/218
QUESTIONS: Call Cheryll Cochran at
(503) 245-7735 x259 or email...
CCochran@PortlandChristianCenter.com
SCHOOL OF MUSIC
Portland Christian Center’s School of
Music offers weekly music lessons
for all ages after school and early
evenings Monday-Thursday at the
church.
Currently available:
Piano, voice, guitar, violin, flute,
clarinet, saxophone, worship, lead-
ing, arranging, composing & song
writing
New classes beginning October
1st:
Beginning Suzuki Violin
(Ages Kindergarten on up)
This introductory class will present
basic violin and bow hold, & four
basic beginning rhythms on open
strings.
Music for Little Mozarts
(Ages 4-6)
Students follow the adventures of Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse as
they learn musical concepts through listening, singing, piano music, move-
ment and rhythmic activities.
Contact Laird Halling at 503.245.7735. You can also visit us online for more
information or to register for classes.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Saturday, September 13th, 2008,
8:30 am to 10:00 am
Cost is only $4.00 for 12 years and
older. Under 12 years is free! You
can’t beat the price and the food is
great.
This breakfast preceeds the Hen-
ningsen Property Work Day. Be sure
to sign up for the work day the first
Sunday in September.
PRIMETIMER’S SOUP & SING
Friday, September 26th from 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Location: PCC Chapel
This is sponsored by our Senior Adult ministry, however, adults of all ages are
welcome to join us. Sign-up in the lobby or contact Pastor Harold at the church
office at (503) 245-7735.
CROSS TRAINERS FOREIGN FOOD FEST
Saturday, September 20th, 2008
Location: Mike and Missy Jones’ home in Tualatin
Prepare your best family recipe for this fun potluck and dig in! Enjoy
a time of fun, food, fellowship, and friendship for everyone; families,
couples and singles. Kids are welcome. We will have games and activi-
ties for young and old alike. See you there. We’re saving a spot for you!
Please contact Pastor Joel for more information at (503) 245-7735 or...
JSlater@PortlandChristianCenter.com.
 Wednesday Night Fall LifeTREK Classes
Adult Education Make plans to join us in September for the following
all-new classes. Start off fall on the right foot, and get
Classes This Fall involved!

On Location

life
Begins September 3rd
6:00 pm in Room 229
Two thousand years ago, Jesus addressed a handful of men
and women who shared the same doubts and fears we face
today, announcing, “You are the salt of the earth...” you have
navigating the journey of life been strategically placed by God to preserve culture and il-
luminate God’s will for man. And that’s exactly what they did.
Through this four part DVD-based series, Andy Stanley un-
packs what it means to be salt and light on location; where
we live, work and play. Led by Pastor Joel Slater

Dave Ramsey’s Financial

LADIES BIBLE STUDY Peace University
Tuesdays, at 9:30 am (starting September 9th)
Begins September 3rd
Location: Chapel
6:30 pm in the Chapel
Wednesdays at 7:00 pm (starting Setember 3rd) Each lesson in this 13 week series deals with a different
Location: Room 230 topic that will change the way you think about personal
finance. Dave Ramsey teaches about how to save money,
Ladies Bible Study begins live on a budget, communicate about money, eliminate debt,
the fall session on Wednes- find bargains, and experience the joy of giving. Cost for this
day, September 3rd & class is $93 per family unit. Led by Pastor St. John Eyre and
Tuesday, September 9th Chris Signalness, L.T.C.
(two different days and
times to fit your schedules)
with Living Beyond Your-
Grief Release
self: Exploring the Fruit of
Begins September 10th
The Spirit by Beth Moore. 6:30 pm in Room 228
This Bible study on the If you have experienced any kind of loss recently, whether
Fruit of The Spirit focuses it be the loss of a loved one, letting go of a dream, or even
on Galatians 5:22-23. Beth walks participants through losing your hope and joy, then Grief Release is for you.
each trait listed and encourages women to know the freedom Grief Release is led by Joanne Petrie, a nationally certified
of a Spirit-filled life. bereavement facilitator, hospice chaplain, counselor, author
and teacher. Cost to attend is $35 per person, and we need
For more information or to register contact Huyen Rider at a minimum of 12 people registered to offer this class.
the church office at (503) 245-7735 or...
hrider@portlandchristiancenter.com
The Gospel of Mark
Begins September 3rd
7:00 pm in Room 230
Mark, the shortest of the four Gospels, focuses more on the
actions of Jesus, rather than His teaching. This study will
focus on “Jesus, the Servant” as He is portrayed in the Gos-
pel written by Mark. The miracles, parables, teachings and
rejection of Jesus will be presented as we move through this
fast-paced, action-filled Gospel. Led by Rod Rider

2008 World Missions Convention

October 19th - 26th, 2008
Helping Every One...
In Portland
Around Oregon
Throughout the World
The compassionate gifts of people in our congregation are responsible for helping thousands upon thousands of people every day. Over
100 missionary families and ministries around the world invest our funds to help change and improve the lives of others and show them
that God cares. You will want to keep this entire week open to attend the Sunday services, experience missions in small groups, and find
out how you can make a difference in our world.


Children’s
Ministry News

Make a difference in a child and join the team for this Fall.

Current Preschool Ministry Needs

Position Frequency Day / Time of Service
Nursery Teachable 2’s Teacher Every Other Month Sundays 9:00 am &11:00 am
Kid Trek Teacher 3 Year Olds Every Other Month Sundays 11:00 am
Rainbows Club Director Every Week Wednesdays 7:00 pm
Rainbows Club Teacher Every Week Wednesdays 7:00 pm
Rainbows Club Assistants Every Week Wednesdays 7:00 pm

Current Elementary Ministry Needs

Position Frequency Day / Time of Service
Kid Trek Teachers 3rd Grade Every Other Month Sundays 9:00 am
Kid Trek Assistants Every Other Month Sundays 9:00 am
Kid Trek Teacher 5th Grade Every Other Month Sundays 9:00 am
Computer Room Helpers On Call Sundays 9:00 am
Junior Bible Quiz Coach Weekly Sundays 9:00 am
Kids Church Lead Facilitators Once Per Month Sundays 11:00 am
Small Group Prayer Leaders Weekly Sundays 11:00 am
M’s Club Kindergarten Teacher Sept — Nov Wednesdays 7:00 pm
M’s Club 3rd Grade Assistant Weekly Wednesdays 7:00 pm
M’s Club 4th Grade Assistant Weekly Wednesdays 7:00 pm
M’s Club 5th Grade Teacher Weekly Wednesdays 7:00 pm
Royal Rangers K Teacher Weekly Wednesdays 7:00 pm

MUSIC OPPORTUNITITES
YOUTH MUSIC
Priority
High School Choir
Priority, our music ministry for high
school and college students, will start
their 20th incredible season of ministry
on Wednesday, September 10th. Rehearsals are every
Wednesday night from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Come join us!
Witness
Middle School Choir
Witness, our middle school music min-
istry, will also begin on Wednesday,
September 10th, at 6:00 pm with a great kick-off! Invite your friends
and come join in the fun! All students 6th-8th grade are welcome!
ADULT MUSIC
Portland Christian Center Choir
Open For New Members
On Wednesday, September 3rd, the Portland Christian Center
Choir will begin a brand new season of ministry. If you’re at least
18 years of age and have singing experience, we’d love to talk to
you about being a part of this outstanding ministry team. Rehears-
als are Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. For more information, please come
by the Music Ministry table in the church lobby on Sundays or go to
www.PCCToday.com and click on the ‘Music” tab. To contact the
Music Ministry Office, please call 503.245.7735, or email them at
KLockaby@PortlandChristiancCenter.com.
.
Play An Instrument?
If you are an experienced instrumentalist (High School or above)
and would like to play in the Portland Christian Center Orchestra,
please stop by the Music Ministry table in the church lobby on
Sundays or go to www.PCCToday.com and click on the “Music”
tab. You can also contact our Orchestra Director, Laird Halling at
(503) 245-7735, or by email at...
LHalling@PortlandChristiancCenter.com.
Panama Missions Building Trip
November 1st - 15th, 2008
There is no greater thrill than taking your life and investing it in helping
others. If you are looking for a chance to travel outside the U.S. borders
to another country, and desire to impact the lives of others, the upcom-
ing Panama Missions Building Trip could be your opportunity.
Portland Christian Center
Henningsen Property Work Day
Saturday, September 13th, 2008, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
This work crew of adults will continue the cleanup of our
newly purchased property at the corner of Beaverton
Hillsdale Highway and Dosch Road.

To find out more about the Panama Missions Building Trip contact Da-
vid Martin at 503.692.4163 or Pastor Bob Ward:
BWard@PortlandChristianCenter.com.
We will be cutting and removing brush, limbs and debris
along the highway right-of-way. Due to safety needs, we
need responsible adults who can receive direction and fol-
low instructions. The result of this work day will provide a
much improved view of the rest of our property for people
traveling along Beaverton Hillsdale Highway. For those who
wish to sign up or who have questions, please contact Pas-
tor Bob: 503.245.7735 or...
BWard@PortlandChristianCenter.com.

Overflow Parking Available Every Sunday

7:45 am to 12:30 pm

Portland Christian Center is fortunate to have convenient overflow parking available to our
attenders on Sunday mornings. Make an effort to park at the Robert Gray Middle School parking
lot and travel by our shuttles with door-to-door service.

Parking Solutions Team Members

Recruiting In Progress
We are recruiting additional drivers and parking lot assistants to help during the Sunday morning services. When you invest one or two
Sundays a month, you help everyone who attends our services. Most importantly, your help will make our new attenders and visitors
experience a great “first impression.” Contact Pastor Bob at 503.245.7735 or
BWard@PortlandChristianCenter.com.
 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
September 2008 at PCC
1 2 3 Kick Off / Promotion Wednesday 4 5 6
6:30 am Men’s Bible Study 6:00 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults 9:00 am Deborah Group
Labor Day Holiday Nursery Care 9:30 am Moms and Kids
Office Closed 9:30 am Ladies Bible Study NW Kids Homework Club Chat & Play 9:00 am Middle School
Leadership Meeting 6:30 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults 6:30 pm 5 on 5 Basketball Paintball
7:00 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults 7:00 pm Jonette Bryant
Rainbows Club Baby Shower 2:00 pm Evie Haskell Bridal
M’s Girls Club/Royal Rangers 7:00 pm Orchestra Rehearsal 6:00 pm Soulmates Shower
Revolution/HSM
PCC Choir Rehearsal

7 Communion 8 9 10 6:00 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults 11 12 13

Two Morning Services 6:30 am Men’s Bible Study Nursery Care 9:30 am Moms and Kids 8:30 am Men’s Breakfast
9:00 & 11:00 am 10:00 am Prayer Shawl NW Kids Homework Club Chat & Play
Pastor Ray Noah Group 9:30 am Ladies Bible Study Priority & Witness Choirs 10:00 am Henningsen
Leadership Meeting 6:30 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults Property Cleanup Day #2
9:00 & 11:00 am 7:00 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults
Sunday School Classes Rainbows Club
6:30 pm Men’s Basketball M’s Girls Club/Royal Rangers
6:00 pm Revolution/HSM
Young Adults Service PCC Choir Rehearsal

14 15 16 176:00 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults 18 19 20

Two Morning Services 6:30 am Men’s Bible Study Nursery Care 8:40 am Hilltop Parent 9:00 am Women’s Ministry
9:00 & 11:00 am 10:00 am Prayer Shawl NW Kids Homework Club 9:00 am Deborah Group Organization Meeting Leadership Meeting
Pastor Ray Noah Group 9:30 am Ladies Bible Study Priority & Witness Choirs 9:30 am Moms and Kids
6:30 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults Chat & Play
9:00 & 11:00 am 1:00 pm PrimeTimers 7:00 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults 6:00 pm Soulmates 4:00 pm CrossTrainers
Sunday School Classes Committee Meeting Rainbows Club 6:00 pm Royal Ranger Fall Foreign Food Fest
M’s Girls Club/Royal Rangers 6:00 pm Church Board Meeting Merit Camp Overnighter
6:00 pm 6:30 pm Men’s Basketball Revolution/HSM 6:30 pm 5 on 5 Basketball
Young Adults Service PCC Choir Rehearsal Royal Ranger Overnighter

21 22 23 246:00 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults 25 26 27

Two Morning Services 6:30 am Men’s Bible Study Nursery Care 9:30 am Moms and Kids
9:00 & 11:00 am 10:00 am Prayer Shawl NW Kids Homework Club Chat & Play 3:00 pm Evie Haskell
Pastor Ray Noah Group 9:30 am Ladies Bible Study Priority & Witness Choirs Wedding
6:30 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults
9:00 & 11:00 am 7:00 pm LifeTREK Classes for Adults
Sunday School Classes Rainbows Club 6:00 pm PrimeTimers
6:30 pm Men’s Basketball M’s Girls Club/Royal Rangers Soup-N-Sing
6:00 pm Revolution/HSM
Young Adults Service PCC Choir Rehearsal

28 Two Morning Services 29 30

9:00 & 11:00 am 6:30 am Men’s Bible Study
Pastor Ray Noah 10:00 am Prayer Shawl
Plus Musical Guest Group 9:30 am Ladies Bible Study
David Klinkenberg
9:00 & 11:00 am
Sunday School Classes
1:00 pm Letter Boxing 6:30 pm Men’s Basketball
6:00 pm
Young Adults Service