Fair Trade Coffee & Chocolate Sale …
Time is Running Out – Run In on Oct. 5th
When I was up in Washington last week, my son said he is now paying more than $19 a pound for his favorite coffee. Have you tried the True Fair Trade – Equal Exchange coffee WELCA (Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) sell on a once monthly basis? We’ll be in Pioneer Chapel again on Sunday, October 5th, following service, continuing to sell the current inventory at the earlier price. Coffee runs from $12.50 – $16 per pound depending upon the grind, size of bag, and regular or decaf.
You’ll have the satisfaction of a fine cup of coffee, and knowing you are supporting Fair Trade farmers as they care for their families. It’s a good thing. Fair Trade Chocolate bars are still only $4 per bar.
Hope to see you there. (Sorry – cash or check only. It keeps the cost down.)
St. James WELCA (Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) continues to offer Coffee and Chocolate benefiting Fair Trade – particularly women farmers and small farm Fair Trade operations.
–Ann Tohlen – WELCA Coffee and Chocolate Lady
Support WELCA’S Red Wagon Project …
WELCA is continuing to support the the PCC Rock Creek Panther Pantry. The PCC staff and students established food pantries on all four campuses. PCC does partner with the Oregon Food Bank, but still needs some of the following items: Rice, Cereal, Peanut Butter, Tuna, Jam, Canned Proteins and Hygiene Products (toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, conditioner), as well as basic school supplies like pencils, pens and notebooks. If you are too busy to go shopping, you can always write out a check instead — please be sure that you include “PCC Food Pantry” on the memo. Items are collected all month and brought forth on the first Sunday of each month.
WELCA Card Ministry …
Join WELCA in sending encouraging cards to folks! When members of our church family are experiencing a life event such as an illness or a special anniversary, a WELCA volunteer sends a card to acknowledge and encourage. Cards and stamps are provided. This is a great way to stay in touch and brighten the days of some of our homebound (or out-of-town) members. The Card Ministry is mighty, but mighty small. We could use your help! If you like to write notes and send birthday/anniversary cards to congregational members, we take turns sending cards once a month. Talented member Jane Pahlmeyer and one of her friends hand make the cards for Card Ministry, and stamps are provided by the church. To volunteer, please reach out to Ann Tohlen. Thanks for being willing to share your time and talent with your church family.
