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December 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM Pacific
10:50 AM — Prelude Music with the “Friends” Band
11:00 AM — Celebration Service
The Gifts We Give Ourselves
Speaker: Rev. Bridget McCann
The holiday season is here, with all the busyness, holiday parties, time with loved ones, holiday music coming from all directions, loads of commercials, and lots of gift buying for those we love. But, what about gifts for ourselves? Let’s take time this holiday season to consider the gifts we can give ourselves for a more fulfilling and harmonious life.
Featured Musician: Bobby Jo Valentine
Contact Jayden Parsons with questions or for more information.
December 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM Pacific
Beginner’s Mind:
Buddhist Teaching & Meditation
Facilitator: Sandy Leybold, RScP
You have probably heard of the Zen concept of “beginner’s mind,” as popularized in Western culture by the renowned teacher, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. Tonight we will contemplate beginner’s mind as taught by both Suzuki and the beloved Vietnamese monk, Thich Nhat Hanh. Then we’ll meditate to expand our awareness, Buddhist-style, using a recording from psychologist and spiritual leader, Tara Brach. Let’s go back to basics and find the depth of experience there.
Everyone is welcome to join our weekly Practitioner-led Wednesday night meditation.
If you are unfamiliar with Zoom teleconferencing set yourself up before the meditation. Once you’re ready, here is the link to join us online:
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 502 642 724
Password: 823969
ANNOUNCEMENTS & EVENTS
The “Word” for 2026
Are you looking for a fun and meaningful gift? One that creates the sense of expectancy at the holidays that you loved as a child? WORD gift cards are a great option!
Host Recruitment for January Small Groups
We’ll be having small discussion groups each week this January for “Back to Basics” month! Rev. Bridget is calling for volunteers to host either in your home, onsite at PCSL or via Zoom. If you love discussing the Sunday messages with your community peers, this opportunity is for you!
Hosts may sign up between 11/16 & 12/7
Our Goal: 8 hosts
Online only – no paper sign-up sheet.
Anyone can host a small group discussion; it’s as simple as talking with your neighbor! Rev. Bridget will prepare questions to guide your discussions and each small group will be supported by a practitioner.
6211 NE MLK Jr., Blvd.
Portland, OR 97211
503-261-0677
Welcome Home
Portland Center for Spiritual Living is a Science of Mind community that teaches spiritual tools to help individuals transform their lives and make the world a better place. All we ask is that you stay open to the possibility of changing your entire life—simply by changing your mind.
sundays, 11:00 am celebration service
The 11 o’clock Sunday Service is in-person and broadcast via LIVESTREAM. It features transformative speakers such as our Senior Minister and Spiritual Director, Rev. Bridget McCann and inspirational music with Lauri Jones, the “Friends” Band and visiting guest artists.
Wednesdays, 7:00 PM Meditation Service
Our weekly Meditation Service is presented by our Licensed Practitioners using Zoom Teleconferencing.
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Prior Sunday services are available on our YouTube channel, usually within 24 hours of the service.
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