A local embodiment of evolving Christianity

Intentionally nonviolent and non-dominion theology.

Unreservedly celebrating the full participation of women and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Deeply committed to working against racism.

Safely nurturing kids and youth in the ways of Divine Love

Wholeheartedly declaring God’s favor upon and presence within every person

Necessarily deconstructing harmful Christianity.

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We meet in the historic Ecotrust building in the Pearl District. Kids & Youth programs are offered at the 10:00am service.

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September 6, 2026

Ben Conachan

Oversight Team Reflections: Ben Conachan

September 6, 2026

Ben Conachan

To close our summer of Oversight Team reflections, this week traces one pastor's evolving relationship with prayer—from childhood petitions and their unsettling questions, through ancient fixed-hour rhythms and wordless silence, to a compassion that that holds everyone's suffering and joy as one.

September 6, 2026

Ben Conachan

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Pearl Church Events

Sep 24

Connecting Night @ Lucky Lab

Oct 4

Welcoming Newcomers

Oct 11

Community Sunday Connection

Each month, on the second Sunday, everyone is invited to stay for coffee and light refreshments after the service, for a chance to connect with others at Pearl Church.

Oct 11

Book Discussion: Scarcity Brain

Oct 15

Nonviolent & Nondominion Parenting

Are you committed to raising your child, in love? Most parents quickly say “Yes!” But what does it mean to raise a child in love? In earlier dispensations, this meant maintaining parental power and control through the use of fear tactics such as shame or physical pain. Today, it is abundantly clear that such “parenting” results in trauma—for children and parents. In this offering we will explore parenting dynamics and strategies grounded in theological and developmental thought that is intentionally non-dominion and non-violent. We will then brainstorm, as a group, the complexity and goodness of love as our guiding light.

We are happy to arrange childcare for this event, with at least three day's notice. You can request childcare while registering.

Oct 17

Hiking Group: Salmon River Trail

Come join us for a lovely fall hike on the Salmon River Trail. This hike is located about 1 hr from Portland. This is a 7 mile trail with 950 feet of elevation in the Mt Hood Natl Forest near Zig Zag, OR. We will hike along Salmon River in an old growth forest with lots of moss covered logs—very peaceful and soul-soothing. We will have time for a lunch/ snack break at the mid point with a view of the canyon below.

Oct 18

Membership Class

Oct 25

Kids' Halloween Party

Oct 25

Youth Halloween Party and Movie

Nov 6

Reconstructing Christian Faith Retreat

Many people who find themselves at Pearl have either begun or are in the process of deconstructing harmful Christian faith. Yet, what is good Christian faith? To help thoughtfully answer this important question, you’re warmly invited to participate in a special weekend at the coast, filled with meaningful content and community engagement. To ensure that there’s space for dialogue, we’re capping this offering at eight people. Please RSVP no later than October 11 so that we can reserve an appropriate house based on sign ups.

By way of content, here are the topics we’ll cover:

Session One, Gospel as Good News
Session Two, Bible, Part I: Formation, Accommodation, & Inspiration
Session Three, Bible, Part II: Books, Section, & Trajectory
Session Four, Salvation & Atonement
Session Five, The Afterlife
Session Six, Being Christian

Nov 8

Community Sunday Connection

Each month, on the second Sunday, everyone is invited to stay for coffee and light refreshments after the service, for a chance to connect with others at Pearl Church.