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Dear Friends and Neighbors in North Portland, This Pride month, our congregation at St Andrew’s Episcopal Church amplifies our welcome and appreciation for queer folk and all those who love them. Glory! You are wonderfully made. These are hard days. In times when the state legislates hate, the church is called to practice the liberating, all-embracing, nonjudgmental love of Christ. And so, in response to the attempted erasure of queer people and especially of trans kids in

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church has long been a beacon of hope and support in the community, actively engaging in various social justice initiatives. These efforts not only reflect the church's commitment to its faith but also demonstrate a profound dedication to addressing the pressing issues that affect marginalized populations. This blog post will explore the various initiatives undertaken by St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, highlighting their impact and the community's respon

The project of improving the corner of Lombard and Hereford is finished! Our huge thanks to Prosper Portland for funding this project, and to Gather:Make:Shelter for dreaming it with us and bringing it to fruition. This corner tells a story. Formerly neglected, it was overhung with low branches and an old concrete block wall was crumbling. The sidewalk was cracked and the wheelchair entrance to Rankin Hall was unsafe due to root damage to the path and wall. This city corner

The Bible is so good! And it's the best kept secret, because it has a crummy reputation. We don't apologize for the Bible at St Andrew's—we embrace it, with all its complications and, sure, embarrassing parts. Like any relationship, the way we relate to scripture can change over time, can evoke strong feelings, can benefit from generosity and patience. Like Jesus himself says, it can be sharp—like a sword—so, handle with care. During sermon time in our worship, we dig into sc