May 17th, 2013

• 3:00pm: Baccalaureate Celebration 2013
  Please join the Class of 2013 in a celebration of art, dance, music, and spirituality, featuring a wide array of Lewis & Clark senior talent.  Held in Agnes Flanagan Chapel at 3 p.m. on May 17th, the Baccalaureate Celebration will also feature Associate Dean of Students and Director of Multicultural Affairs Tricia Brand giving a keynote address titled “There is No Time Like the Present…”   This event will also feature the “Dancing Hats” who will play for the last time as seniors here at Lewis & Clark.  Don’t miss it!!
  
  The Baccalaureate Celebration can be viewed live via a webcast available on the College’s Livestream page at the following link:  http://client.stretchinternet.com/client/lclarkadmin.portal#

May 7th, 2013

• 7:00pm: Library Meditation in Watzek 317
  Finals=Stress.  To help calm your mind and spirit, there will be two library meditation opportunities in the Watzek Library offered by Jeanne Lilly, Contemplative and Spiritual Life Coordinator.  The first will be Monday, May 6th at 4:15 p.m., and the second will be Tuesday, May 7th at 7 p.m.  Both will be held in Watzek Room 317.  

May 6th, 2013

• 4:15pm: Library Meditation in Watzek 317
  Finals=Stress.  To help calm your mind and spirit, there will be two library meditation opportunities in the Watzek Library offered by Jeanne Lilly, Contemplative and Spiritual Life Coordinator.  The first will be Monday, May 6th at 4:15 p.m., and the second will be Tuesday, May 7th at 7 p.m.  Both will be held in Watzek Room 317.  

April 29th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

April 22nd, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

April 15th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

April 8th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

April 1st, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

March 31st, 2013

• All Day: Easter Sunday: No Worship Service Because of Spring Break
  Easter Sunday falls during Lewis & Clark College’s spring break, so we will not hold our regular Easter worship service this year.  

March 29th, 2013

• 12:30pm: Good Friday Prayer & Meditation Service
  This brief Good Friday prayer and meditation service will feature readings from the Bible about the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.  There will be time for silent meditation and prayer, and singing of a Good Friday hymn together.

March 25th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

March 19th, 2013

• 7:00pm: A New Leaf Meditation & Discussion
  Come and turn over a new leaf!  Each Tuesday evening in Room 112 in the Chapel basement there is meditation, followed by group discussion. There is some focus on nature and spirit, and we utilize a Native American talking circle format. Jeanne Mariah Lilly, the Spiritual and Contemplative Life Coordinator for the Religious and Spiritual Life Office is the facilitator. For more information, contact Jeanne at jlilly@lclark.edu.

March 18th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

March 12th, 2013

• 7:00pm: A New Leaf Meditation & Discussion
  Come and turn over a new leaf!  Each Tuesday evening in Room 112 in the Chapel basement there is meditation, followed by group discussion. There is some focus on nature and spirit, and we utilize a Native American talking circle format. Jeanne Mariah Lilly, the Spiritual and Contemplative Life Coordinator for the Religious and Spiritual Life Office is the facilitator. For more information, contact Jeanne at jlilly@lclark.edu.

March 11th, 2013

• 7:00pm: Basics of Buddhism with Yangsi Rinpoche
  Yangsi Rinpoche was recognized as the reincarnation of Geshe Ngawang Gendun, a renowned scholar and practitioner from Western Tibet, at the age of six. Rinpoche is Spiritual Director of Dharma Friendship Foundation in Seattle, Washington. Rinpoche is the author of Practicing the Path: A Commentary on the Lamrim Chenmo, published in 2003 by Wisdom Publications. Rinpoche teaches in English, and is admired wherever he travels for his unique presentation of the Dharma, his interest in and enthusiasm for Western culture, and his evident embodiment of the wisdom and compassion of the Buddhist path.  
  
  This lecture is at 7 PM in Smith Hall in the Albany Quadrangle. and is sponsored by the Lewis & Clark Buddhist Group.  Please contact Jae-Min Lee (jaemin@lclark.edu) for more information.
• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

March 5th, 2013

• 7:00pm: A New Leaf Meditation & Discussion
  Come and turn over a new leaf!  Each Tuesday evening in Room 112 in the Chapel basement there is meditation, followed by group discussion. There is some focus on nature and spirit, and we utilize a Native American talking circle format. Jeanne Mariah Lilly, the Spiritual and Contemplative Life Coordinator for the Religious and Spiritual Life Office is the facilitator. For more information, contact Jeanne at jlilly@lclark.edu.

March 4th, 2013

• 4:45pm: Souljourn to a Russian Orthodox Church
  On Monday, March 4th the Interfaith Council Souljourn series is offering an opportunity for students to visit a Russian Orthodox Church.  We will meet at 4:45 PM at the lower level of the chapel and car pool to the church where we will meet Fr. George Gray.  He will introduce us to the Orthodox faith, and give us a tour of the amazing church sanctuary, which features incredible art and icons.  Space is limited, so please contact Willa Keegan-Rodewald (wkeeganrodewald@lclark.edu) to reserve a place.
• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

February 26th, 2013

• 7:00pm: A New Leaf Meditation & Discussion
  Come and turn over a new leaf!  Each Tuesday evening in Room 112 in the Chapel basement there is meditation, followed by group discussion. There is some focus on nature and spirit, and we utilize a Native American talking circle format. Jeanne Mariah Lilly, the Spiritual and Contemplative Life Coordinator for the Religious and Spiritual Life Office is the facilitator. For more information, contact Jeanne at jlilly@lclark.edu.

February 25th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

February 20th, 2013

• 7:00pm: Quaker Meeting
  A silent Quaker meeting will take place in the Chapel Conference Room in the lower level of the chapel (Room 112).  Opportunity for discussion and refreshments afterwards.  Sponsored by the Interfaith Council, and part of the “Different Faiths, Different Visions” program.  
  
  

February 19th, 2013

• 7:00pm: A New Leaf Meditation & Discussion
  Come and turn over a new leaf!  Each Tuesday evening in Room 112 in the Chapel basement there is meditation, followed by group discussion. There is some focus on nature and spirit, and we utilize a Native American talking circle format. Jeanne Mariah Lilly, the Spiritual and Contemplative Life Coordinator for the Religious and Spiritual Life Office is the facilitator. For more information, contact Jeanne at jlilly@lclark.edu.

February 18th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

February 13th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Ash Wednesday Service
  Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, traditionally a special period of 40 days of reflection and spiritual preparation as Christians prepare for Good Friday and Easter.  Rev. Mark Duntley, Dean of Religious and Spiritual Life will lead a brief and simple service at 12:30 PM and at 3:30 PM in Agnes Flanagan Chapel.
• 12:30pm: Ash Wednesday Service
  Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, traditionally a special period of 40 days of reflection and spiritual preparation as Christians prepare for Good Friday and Easter.  Rev. Mark Duntley, Dean of Religious and Spiritual Life will lead a brief and simple service at 12:30 PM and at 3:30 PM in Agnes Flanagan Chapel.

February 11th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

February 10th, 2013

• 2:00pm: Kristi Williams Celebration of Life
  A Celebration of Life for Kristi Williams will be held on Sunday, February 10 at 2 PM in Agnes Flanagan Chapel.  Kristi had taught and worked at Lewis & Clark since 1982, and was serving as Associate Director of Academic Advising at the time of her death.  A reception will follow immediately after the celebration.

February 4th, 2013

• 4:30pm: Nick Sylvester Celebration of Life
  A Celebration of Life for Nick Sylvester will be held on Monday, February 4th at 4:30 PM in Agnes Flanagan Chapel.  Nick was a senior Math and Computer Science major from Chico, California.  A reception will follow immediately after the celebration.
• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

January 28th, 2013

• 3:30pm: Monday Meditation
  Meditation sessions are held in the Conference Room (Room 112) in the lower level of the chapel.

January 21st, 2013

• 7:00pm: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
  The Celebration begins Monday, January 21st at 7pm in the Council Chamber.  We will screen Dr. King’s speech “I Have a Dream” and then have a silent march to the Chapel at 7:30 PM where jazz musician Devin Phillips will perform and we will have readings from Dr. King followed by a candlelight vigil.  This year’s theme is Bending Towards Justice.  Bring a friend and celebrate this important holiday by honoring the legacy of Dr. King.  
  
  We will continue to remember Dr. King’s work for equality and justice throughout the week.  Events will be held daily at 7pm in the Stamm Dining Room in Templeton Student Center on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.  All these events are free and open to the public.

December 1st, 2012

• 8:00pm - 9:00pm: Annual Holiday Service of Sacred Song & Verse
  The 40th annual Service of Sacred Song & Verse features traditional advent scripture readings, congregational singing of Christmas carols and wonderful holiday and sacred music. The theme this year is “Celebrating Stories and Songs of the Season.” There will be vocal performances by the Lewis & Clark Cappella Nova with the Alumni choir and the Women’s Chorus. An organ prelude and postlude along with brass music played by Columbia Brass will also highlight the program.  Come enjoy a wonderful celebration of the season!  

November 18th, 2012

• 5:00pm: Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration
  Come and join in this interfaith celebration of the thanksgiving season!  Students from a variety of faith traditions will participate, and our new multi-faith choir “Spiritus” will perform choral music which focuses on the theme of harvest and giving thanks.  We will celebrate together with food following the gathering.  Contact Mark Duntley (duntley@lclark.edu) for more information.

November 14th, 2012

• 7:00pm: Quaker Meeting
  A short introduction to Quakerism and silent Quaker meeting in the Chapel Conference Room in the lower level of the chapel.  Refreshments and questions and answers to follow.  Sponsored by the Interfaith Council, and part of the “Different Faiths, Different Visions” program.  

November 7th, 2012

• 5:30pm: A Journey to Dharma Rain Zen Center
  Take a field trip to the Dharma Rain Zen Center in S.E. Portland as a part of the Souljourn Interfaith Program.  We will enjoy a tour of the Zen Center with an introduction to Buddhism given by one of the monks, followed by a typical short service and an opportunity for Q&A.  Transportation will be provided.  To RSVP and for more information contact Interfaith Coordinators Kathleen (kathleenb@lclark.edu) or Willa (wkeeganrodewald@lclark.edu).  No previous experience with Buddhism is necessary and all are welcome.

November 6th, 2012

• 7:00pm: Election Night Meditation
  You are invited to join other students in a meditation session on election night.  This night comes around once every four years, so please come as we meditate and send light to our elected leaders, whomever they might be.  Please contact Contemplative and Spiritual Life Coordinator Jeanne Lilly (jilly@lclark.edu) for more information.

October 30th, 2012

• 7:00pm: The Hindu Path
  THE HINDU PATH

  
  

  Come learn about the Hindu faith on Tuesday, October 30th at 7 PM in the Chapel Conference Room in the lower level of the Chapel.  The Interfaith Council is sponsoring this “Different Faiths, Different Visions” forum.   We will begin with some focus on the contemplative practice of chanting a sacred mantra, and will then hear from a practicing Hindu, who will share about his faith.  Please bring your thoughts and questions, and join us.  Contact Contemplative and Spiritual Life Coordinator Jeanne Lilly (jlilly@lclark.edu) for more information.

October 24th, 2012

• 7:30pm: The Mormon Identity: An Insider’s View as the Presidential Election Approaches
  Come learn about what Mormons believe and practice!  On Wednesday, October 24th at 7:30 PM in Miller 205 the Interfaith Council is sponsoring this “Different Faiths, Different Visions” forum.  Bob Starke, a practicing Mormon will speak about what it means to be a Mormon and the beliefs and lifestyles involved.  Mr. Starke was the Portland Associate Director for the Church Educational System of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormon church) for many years.  He regularly met with Lewis & Clark Mormon students on a weekly basis before he retired in 2011.  Contact Willa Keegan-Rodewald (wkeeganrodewald@lclark.edu) or Kathleen Burckhardt (kathleenb@lclark.edu) for more information.

October 9th, 2012

• 7:00pm: Silence & Expectation: Exploring the Quaker Way
  Do you value simplicity, equality, peace, justice, integrity, and community? The Quaker community does.  Come to a short introduction to Quakerism and experience a Quaker gathering grounded in silence. Oatmeal cookies will be provided!
  
  October 9, 2012 at 7 PM in the Lower Level of the Chapel. 

September 9th, 2012

• 2:00pm: Passages: Carolyn Bullard
  A memorial service for Carolyn Bullard, professor emerita of the Graduate School of Education and Counseling will be held on Sunday, September 9th at 2 PM in Agnes Flanagan Chapel.   
  
  

August 25th, 2012

• 2:00pm: Passages: Gus Mattersdorff Memorial
  A concert in memory of Gus Mattersdorff, Professor Emeritus of Economics, will be held on Saturday, August 25 at 2 p.m. in the Agnes Flanagan Chapel. The concert will feature the Oregon Chorale of Hillsboro, who will perform some of Gus’s favorite music by Bach, Brahms, and Wagner.  A reception immediately following the concert will be held in Stamm Dining Room in Templeton, where there will be an opportunity to share remembrances and visit with his wife Ellie, sons Donald and Peter and other family members and friends.

  
  

   

  
  

  The following link will take you to a wonderful and illuminating obituary of Gus http://www.mattersdorff.com/gus 

May 5th, 2012

• 4:00pm: Baccalaureate Celebration
  Seniors, their families and friends, and the wider Lewis & Clark community are all invited to attend this spiritually inclusive event.  The 2012 Baccalaureate will feature student reflections and performances of song, music, and dance along with prayers and an inspirational keynote speech by Juli Fulks.  There will be 22 seniors participating in this uplifting celebration of their Lewis & Clark experiences of “Learning, Living, Loving, Leaving.” 

May 4th, 2012

• 7:30pm: Taize Prayer Service
  Our monthly Taize Prayer Service will take place on Friday, May 4th at 7:30 PM in the South Campus Chapel.

April 8th, 2012

• 11:00am: Easter Worship Service
  Come celebrate Easter morning with worship led by Dean of the Chapel Mark Duntley. Special music features a vocal duet from Handel’s Messiah with soprano Courtney Williams and alto Sarah Gottlieb along with our wonderful Casavant organ played by organist Brandon Becker.  There will be a coffee, pastry and fruit reception before the service from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM in the Diane Gregg Memorial Pavilion.  

April 6th, 2012

• 7:30pm: Taize Prayer Service
  Our monthly Taize Prayer Service will take place on Friday, April 6th at 7:30 PM in the South Campus Chapel.
• 5:30pm: Passover Seder
• 12:30pm: Good Friday Prayer & Meditation Service
  This Good Friday prayer and meditation service features readings from the Gospel of Mark about the arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.  There will be time for silent meditation and reflection, and singing of the Good Friday hymn “Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?”

April 5th, 2012

• 7:00pm: Shake Hands with the Devil: A film about the Rwanda Genocide
  Rwanda Remembrance Day Screening of the film about the Rwanda genocide “Shake Hands with the Devil.” This film is based on Lieutenant-General Romeo Dallaire’s account of the horrific events that ravaged this beautiful African country in 1994.  There will be remarks by LC students Kelvine Ngerero and Matthew Rugamba, both from Rwanda. Held in the Council Chamber.
• 4:00pm - 5:00pm: “Justice, Judaism, and Jesus” Study Group
  “One Cup of Cold Water” (Session 5)
  
   Want to change the world? What’s justice have to do with Scripture and our calling today? Explore themes of justice in the Bible and put your words to action! Share your thoughts over fair-trade snacks in this respectful open forum. Everyone is welcome. 

March 22nd, 2012

• 4:00pm - 5:00pm: “Justice, Judaism, and Jesus” Study Group
  “Just Jesus” (Session 4)
  
  Want to change the world? What’s justice have to do with Scripture and our calling today? Explore themes of justice in the Bible and put your words to action! Share your thoughts over fair-trade snacks in this respectful open forum. Everyone is welcome.  

March 15th, 2012

• 4:00pm - 5:00pm: “Justice, Judaism, and Jesus” Study Group
  “Poverty and Poetry” (Session 3)
  
  Want to change the world? What’s justice have to do with Scripture and our calling today? Explore themes of justice in the Bible and put your words to action! Share your thoughts over fair-trade snacks in this respectful open forum. Everyone is welcome.  

March 11th, 2012

• 4:00pm: Koinonia / The Way Worship
  Contemporary Christian Worship

March 8th, 2012

• 4:00pm - 5:00pm: “Justice, Judaism, and Jesus” Study Group
  “Prophets or Profits?” (Session 2)
  
  Want to change the world? What’s justice have to do with Scripture and our calling today? Explore themes of justice in the Bible and put your words to action! Share your thoughts over fair-trade snacks in this respectful open forum. Everyone is welcome.  

March 2nd, 2012

• 7:30pm: Taize Prayer Service
  Our monthly Taize Prayer Service will take place on Friday, March 2nd at 7:30 PM in the South Campus Chapel.

March 1st, 2012

• 4:00pm - 5:00pm: “Justice, Judaism, and Jesus” Study Group
  “Justice, Justice, How Shalt Thou Pursue” (Session 1)
  
  Want to change the world? What’s justice have to do with Scripture and our calling today? Explore themes of justice in the Bible and put your words to action! Share your thoughts over fair-trade snacks in this respectful open forum. Everyone is welcome. 

February 22nd, 2012

• 12:30pm: Ash Wednesday Service
  Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, traditionally a special period of 40 days of reflection and spiritual preparation as Christians prepare for Good Friday and Easter.  Sr. Loretta Schaff and Rev. Mark Duntley will lead this brief and simple service.

February 12th, 2012

• 4:00pm: Koinonia / The Way Worship
  Contemporary Christian Worship

February 10th, 2012

• 4:00pm: Paul Epain Memorial Service
  A memorial service for Paul Epain is scheduled for this Friday, February 10th at 4 PM in Agnes Flanagan Chapel, and it will be followed by a reception in the Gregg Pavilion. 

February 3rd, 2012

• 7:30pm: Taize Prayer Service
  Our monthly Taize Prayer Service will take place on Friday, February 3rd at 7:30 PM in the South Campus Chapel.

January 29th, 2012

• 12:00pm: Faces of Israel Film & Discussion
  Lewis & Clark hosts renowned film maker and educator Amy Beth Oppenheimer as she screens and discusses her film “Faces of Israel,” a provocative film on Israeli democracy today.  The event is in the Council Chamber in Templeton Campus Center and is free to the LC community and open to the public. 

January 21st, 2012

• 2:00pm: Fred Fields Memorial Service
  A memorial service and celebration of life for Fred Fields will be held in Agnes Flanagan Chapel at 2 PM on Saturday, January 21st. 

January 6th, 2012

• 7:30pm: Taize Prayer Service
  Our monthly Taize Prayer Service will take place on Friday, January 6th at 7:30 PM in the South Campus Chapel.

December 14th, 2011

• 12:00pm: Staff Prayers

December 7th, 2011

• 12:00pm: Staff Prayers

December 4th, 2011

• All Day: Festival of Lights
  Outing to the Festival of Lights at The Grotto in Portland

December 3rd, 2011

• 8:00pm: Annual Holiday Service of Sacred Song & Verse
  Our annual Service of Sacred Song & Verse features traditional advent scripture readings, congregational singing of Christmas carols and wonderful holiday and sacred music. There will be vocal performances by the Lewis & Clark Cappella Nova and Women’s Chorus, and the Community Chorale. An organ prelude and postlude along with brass music played by Columbia Brass will also highlight the program.  Come enjoy a wonderful celebration of the season!

December 2nd, 2011

• 7:30pm: Taize Prayer Service
  Our monthly Taize Prayer Service will take place on December 2nd at 7:30 PM in the South Campus Chapel.

November 30th, 2011

• 12:00pm: Staff Prayers

November 23rd, 2011

• 12:00pm: Staff Prayers

November 20th, 2011

• 4:00pm: Thanksgiving Service
  On Sunday, November 20th at 4:00 PM in Agnes Flanagan Chapel we will hold our annual Thanksgiving Celebration & Koinonia Worship service in Agnes Flanagan Chapel.  Come join us as we give thanks for the many blessings God has provided in a simple Christian Service of song, prayers, readings, and a ritual of thanksgiving.  A meal will follow the service.  Please contact Mark Duntley (duntley@lclark.edu) for more information.

November 16th, 2011

• 12:00pm: Staff Prayers

November 13th, 2011

• 4:00pm: Koinonia Worship
  Contemporary Christian worship

November 9th, 2011

• 12:00pm: Staff Prayers

November 8th, 2011

• 10:00am: Walk the Labyrinth
  Sponsored by the Lewis & Clark Interfaith Council, this is an opportunity for students, staff, and faculty to engage in the spiritual exercise of walking a labyrinth.  This is an ancient form of spiritual devotion and contemplation that transcends traditional religious boundaries.  Come and experience the simplicity and peace of this timeless spiritual experience. Drop in anytime between 10AM and 5PM.

November 5th, 2011

• 10:00am - 1:30pm: Interfaith Service Day
  Annual service opportunity with the Interfaith Council

November 4th, 2011

• 7:30pm: Taize Prayer Service
  Our monthly Taize Prayer Service will take place on Friday, November 4th at 7:30 PM in the South Campus Chapel.

November 2nd, 2011

• 5:00pm: Isaac Clark Memorial Service & Celebration of Life
  A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for Isaac Clark will be held in Agnes Flanagan Chapel on Wednesday, November 2nd at 5 PM.  
• 12:00pm: Staff Prayers

October 30th, 2011

• 4:00pm: Koinonia Worship
  Contemporary Christian worship