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Thanks for creating my spiritual home.
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Sundays 9:00 & 11:00am, Wed. Night 7:00pm
1040 C Ave
Mail: P.O. Box 1072
Lake Oswego, OR 97034
(503) 296-9922
Volunteer Opportunity
Nodes with this term will become part of the Get Involved Area.
Office Volunteer
Submitted by Christine on Wed, 08/31/2011 - 1:50pmThe Operations team is in need of someone to work on projects and offer support to the office on an ongoing basis.
Contacts
Ali McIntyre
Submitted by Christine on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 9:13pm
Volunteer Coordinator
Ali McIntyre is an amazing woman who loves to be in service to the New Thought community. She is a mother of twin boys, and as a family they call NTCSL their spiritual home.
Christine Ruddy
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 09/04/2009 - 1:15pm
Operations Coordinator
Christine and her daughters have been active members of New Thought Center for Spiritual Living for several years. Christine was our Children's Ministry Director for a year and a half. She has also worked closely with the Ministry team to develop the current Operations Systems at the current location in Lake Oswego. She has been a student of New Thought principles since 1999, following a series of life changing events, when she had the blessed opportunity to attend a New Thought retreat. Christine has a degree in psychology, is a published author and has worked in social services, specifically in childcare and mentoring for the last 20 years. Christine shares "It is my honor and joy to work closely with Volunteers, Staff and the Ministry Team to ensure smooth Operations at the Center. I am also excited to be part of a vision in which the Community will play a greater role in the growth and development of all aspects of our Center."
Music Ministry
Submitted by music on Thu, 06/30/2011 - 1:39am“Music takes us out of the actual and whispers to us dim secrets that startle our wonder as to who we are, and for what, whence, and whereto.” -- Ralph Waldo Emerson
"We have a song to sing; we have a joy to bring to the world, and love and peace and happiness." -- Ernest Holmes
Purpose & Mission
The purpose of the Music Ministry is to inspire a greater awareness of Spirit, to create an experience of a personal connection with God, and to provide a means for expressing the divinity that flows in, through, and as us.
About Us
Music plays a vital role in the services at New Thought Center for Spiritual Living. Song choices include current and classic hits in various genres - pop, rock, country, gospel, and jazz; original material written by New Thought artists such as Daniel Nahmod, Faith Rivera, and Rickie Byars Beckwith; contemporary Christian music; world music from a variety of cultures and religions; and occasionally, traditional protestant hymns. We employ a professional sound crew and band (piano, bass, drums, and guitar) supplemented by many accomplished musicians who serve in a volunteer capacity, including a robust choir of approximately 50 singers. (See Programs: Choir for more information about the choir.) Instrumentalists, vocal soloists, and experienced vocalists who are interested in singing back up harmonies should contact Music Director, David York to schedule a private audition.
Contact Person
David York
Submitted by revdavid on Thu, 08/21/2008 - 3:51pm
Music Director
David York, PhD. holds degrees in Voice Performance, Vocal Music Education, Conducting, and Composition. He has composed music in a variety of genres – including opera, ballet, musical theater, chamber music, and most extensively choral works, several of which have been published and are performed by choruses nationwide. David has conducted choirs of all ages, sizes, and ability ranging from the critically acclaimed David York Ensemble to Portland Boychoir to the Portland Gay Men's Chorus and Aurora Women's Chorus. David has been involved in church music since childhood and brings tremendous energy, joy, and expertise to his work as Music Director at New Thought Center for Spiritual Living.
Choir
Submitted by revdavid on Wed, 05/04/2011 - 10:56amPurpose & Mission
The Choir sings inspirational music during the Sunday morning services approximately once a month, September through May, and provides musical leadership for the praise songs every Sunday. Our mission is: to inspire a greater awareness of Spirit.
Resources
About Us
Membership is open to singers of all ages regardless of singing experience, providing that they demonstrate the ability to match pitches while singing with the choir. Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings, 7:15 to 9:00 in the Fireside Room, September through May.
Click the "Resources" link above for a copy of the choir's current rehearsal schedule.
Meeting Location
NTCSL Fireside Room
Contact Person
David York
Submitted by revdavid on Thu, 08/21/2008 - 3:51pm
Music Director
David York, PhD. holds degrees in Voice Performance, Vocal Music Education, Conducting, and Composition. He has composed music in a variety of genres – including opera, ballet, musical theater, chamber music, and most extensively choral works, several of which have been published and are performed by choruses nationwide. David has conducted choirs of all ages, sizes, and ability ranging from the critically acclaimed David York Ensemble to Portland Boychoir to the Portland Gay Men's Chorus and Aurora Women's Chorus. David has been involved in church music since childhood and brings tremendous energy, joy, and expertise to his work as Music Director at New Thought Center for Spiritual Living.
Count Team
Submitted by revdavid on Fri, 09/05/2008 - 2:43pmDocument and account for weekly Sunday collections
Prerequisites: Familiarity with how to handle, count money. Operate 10-key, copier. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Contact
Margaret Shoemaker
Submitted by revdavid on Sat, 09/06/2008 - 12:13pm
Treasurer
Margaret Shoemaker joined the Board of Trustees in May of 2008. Margaret has been a member since January of 2005 and started attending services in September of 2004. Margaret is a Portland native surrounded by many family members. A giving, creative and willing volunteer whose service on the finance committee, offering count team, Santa's elf, lobby set-up at the Valley Cinema, and currently on the Stewardship Committee.
"Around The Corner" Bookstore
Submitted by revdavid on Fri, 09/05/2008 - 2:01pmThe "Around The Corner" Bookstore provides a unique selection of books, music, art, gifts, and church service audio recordings.
The "Around The Corner" Bookstore is staffed by two teams. The audio team is responsible for making audio copies of church services and events that take place at NTCSL. The book team processes the sale of books, gifts, and art items for sale in the bookstore. All items in the store are selected to serve as an inspiration of personal growth and includes New Thought classics as well as current best sellers.
Time commitment: One Sunday and/or Wednesday per month;
Prerequisite: Enjoy books and working with bookstore staff and customers;
Audio - willing to be trained on how to make audio recorded copies;
Books & Gifts - willing to be trained on how to process bookstore sales;
Contact
Jody Dalton
Submitted by daltonj on Sat, 09/06/2008 - 11:32am
Bookstore Manager
Jody Dalton became a member of the New Thought CSL Education Team formed during the Vision 2007 visioning conference. Since then she has been an active member in the NTCSL community and was one of the founding members of the NTCSL Library Project. In February,2010 she became the bookstore manager of the NTCSL "Around the Corner" Bookstore. She is a member of the NTCSL Operations Team, and has sung in the NTCSL Choir. As a professional educator she taught in public and private schools in Illinois, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, and Oregon. After 38 years of teaching elementary children, she retired from teaching in 2008.
Please contact Jody Dalton if you have any questions or comments regarding the New Thought CSL "Around the Corner" Bookstore, or if you are interested in becoming more involved as a member of the bookstore teams.
Logistics—Sunday Morning Set-up
Submitted by revdavid on Fri, 09/05/2008 - 1:52pmAssist in smooth operations of church for Sunday services and special events.
Time Commitment: 6 months. Available early on Sundays or for special events.
Prerequisites: ability to be flexible and creative. Enjoy "making things happen" behind the scenes.
Ushers/Greeters
Submitted by revdavid on Fri, 09/05/2008 - 1:38pmWelcome, assist and seat congregants in the Sanctuary at Sunday Services and Special Events.
Welcome, assist and seat congregants in the Sanctuary at Sunday services and special events.
Time Commitment: 6 months, one Sunday per month.
Prerequisites: Willing to be a gracious host to congregants as they attend service and other events.
