Read her full presentation here.

Father Albert Krueger, First Nations Missioner, and Mrs. Bonnie Kahn, a noted NW Native Art curator, will be representing the Diocese of Oregon at the 11th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in NYC from May 5 through May 8. They are designated observers of the session, authorized to attend by three NGOs: UFER, The Grail, and the Order of St Mary Immaculate. They will be attending events at the United Nations, the Church Center of the United Nations, the Episcopal Church Center, and St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church on Park Avenue.

Their primary responsibility will be to lead a Diocese of Oregon/Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde collaborative event on Tuesday, May 8. Cheryle Kennedy, Chairwoman of the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, and Greg Archuleta, a tribal member, will be on the leadership team for that event. The main topic for the UNPFII this year is the “Doctrine of Discovery,” which was repudiated by the Episcopal Church in 2009. A delegation of 20 or more, including Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori, will be presenting at the United Nations as well. Both groups are honored by the presence of Professor Robert Miller, who teaches Indian Law at Lewis & Clark College and has published three books on the Doctrine of Discovery.

The Commission for the Poor and the Homeless is soliciting grant applications from congregations. The CPH Fund is supported by the Thanksgiving Offering and the proceeds from the baskets at Convention. The Fund supports many projects throughout western Oregon, including food pantries, community gardens, medical clinics, and temporary shelters. The Fund especially seeks to support new ministries that involve children and youth and/or display innovative ways of addressing poverty's many challenges. We encourage congregations to assess current direct-relief and advocacy efforts and to consider ways to become more effective in addressing the needs in their communities. Please read the cover letter before filling out the grant application.

If you have any questions, please contact Maureen Hagen, maureenhagen@gmail.com, (971) 219-8219. Grant applications are due June 15.