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Formed: 1985 Established: 1986

Eighteenth Ave Peace House

Portland, Oregon,

United States

We are 8 persons--couples and singles-- who share a common life and ministry in a large house in the Irvington neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. Sharing includes income, possessions time, affection and a Christian faith that is ecumenical, open and inclusive. Ministries include (a) community building, (b)peacemaking through personal witness and non-violent action, (c)hospitality, including a free weekly meal for low income, homeless people and (at times) free on site hospice care for persons who are dying, and (d)support for persons who are grieving because of personal loss and/or the disintegration of the social order.

Every morning we gather for community prayer and Bible study, and every evening we share a common meal. Visitors are encouraged to join us for these activities, although in the case of supper we ask people to call us ahead of time.

In 2011 we celebrated our 25th anniversary. Four of the original founding members of the household are still here after these many years.

Website: http://metanoiaumc.org/content/18th-ave-peace-house

Contact:

John T. Schwiebert
2116 NE 18th Ave
Portland, Oregon 97212 United States
Phone: 503 281-3697, 503 281-4970
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Former/Other Names: Metanoia Peace House

Last Updated:2/27/2013

Visitors Accepted

Visitor Process: Call John or Pat Schwiebert at 503 281-3697 and let's talk!

Population Non-member Residents: 0 Age Focus: No Focus	Government Decision Making: By consensus Leadership Core Group: Yes	Labor and Money Financial Style: 100% income sharing Open to Members with Pre-existing Debt: Yes Labor Contribution: Expected
Land and Buildings Urban Area: 1 acres (0.4 hectares) Land Owned By: Another form of Non-profit Number of Residences: 1 Cohousing: No	Food, etc. Percentage of Food Grown: 1-5% Dietary Choice or Restrictions: Diet is up to each individual Dietary Practice: Primarily vegetarian Alcohol Use: Used occasionally Tobacco Use: Prohibited	Social Factors Restrictions on Romantic Relationships (between consenting adults): No Shared Spiritual Path: Yes Which Spiritual Path(s): Quaker :: Roman Catholic :: Other Educational Style(s): Public schooled

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