February 21, 2012, 6:15 PM to 8:00 PM in our Fellowship Hall.

Please plan to join us for Pancakes and a fun-filled evening of variety and talents. Pancakes will  be served starting at 6:15 PM and the show will start at 6:30 PM.  We'll have a signup sheet in our Narthex (entrance to the sanctuary). Sign up and share your specialty, from dramatic readings and joke telling to dancing, singing and playing an instrument. Anything under 4 minutes is welcome! Come join the fun of being together for this special pancake supper and show. If you have questions, or need assistance with your variety act, please contact the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or the office.

This position has been filled. We are no longer interviewing candidates.

Calvary Lutheran Church, Hillsboro, Oregon is seeking an Office Manager/Bookkeeper.

Training begins January 16, 2012  | Starting date February 1, 2012

Work Week Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, a 32 hour week at 0.8FTE

Hourly Rate - $12.00 to $15.00 per hour (annually $19,200 to $24,000), depending on experience.

Job description:

Provide administrative support to the pastor and the congregation and provide bookkeeping assistance to the congregational treasurer.

Qualifications:

• Candidates may not be current Calvary Lutheran Church Hillsboro members.
• Pleasant personality and comfort working with a variety of people.
• Administrative skills, including good communication skills, proofreading, spelling and orientation to detail
• Able to use Microsoft Word, Publisher, Quicken, Excel, Outlook Express, Internet Explorer, and ability to learn other software and on-line programs specific to Church operations
• Familiar with Microsoft Windows operating systems
• Can operate and maintain standard office equipment
• Bookkeeping skills, including tracking monies received and paying invoices
• Able to use Quicken
• Capable of working closely with the congregational treasurer to maintain financial records
• High respect for confidentiality and scrupulous professional boundaries, practice and presence
• Comfort working in a Christian environment, and a genuine respect for individuals of different ethnic, cultural and social expressions

Application Process:

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume summarizing educational background, work experience and personal/professional references. References should include at least two professional references and two personal references. Please provide complete contact information. Background checks will be required.

Applications may be submitted by email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by mail to Calvary Lutheran Church, 937 NE Jackson School Road, Hillsboro, OR 97124-2313.Calvary Lutheran Church is an equal opportunity employer.

The Social Ministry committee is hosting a Lutheran World Relief Fair Trade Fair at Calvary on Sunday, November 20.

The beautiful and unique Fair Trade items are handmade by disadvantaged artisans in developing regions. Each purchase helps artisans maintain steady work and a sustainable income so they can provide for their families.

The products are ordered on consignment, and the event is not a fundraiser for Calvary. Items will include chocolates, jams, scarves, jewelry, home décor and arts and crafts using recycled materials. Most items are $25 or less. With the Fair Trade program, 7.5% of each purchase goes to support Lutheran World Relief.

The WELCA Bake Sale is the same day, so you will be able to do a little holiday shopping, fill your cupboard with goodies, and help people in Hillsboro and around the world.

Those who pre-ordered pies from the youth  may pick them up as well.

Look for your Invitation to the Advent/Fundraiser Dinner in the mail the first week of November.   This year we will be raising money for Calvary's Good Samaritian Fund and Family Bridge.  The evening promises to be filled with great food, entertainment and a special guest speaker from Family Bridge. All are welcome, bring family and friends!

Please RSVP by November 21.