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Irvington Covenant Community Development Corporation is seeking an office manager/bookkeeper to assist the Program Manager. His/her duties would be to help with scheduling events, daily operations, cash flow and payroll. This could turn out to be a full-time paid position in about six months. Contact Clarence Larkins ().

Volunteer

se food pantry

St. Mark's Lutheran Church Food Pantry is open Fridays from 3-6 p.m. and serves people living in the 97206 zip code. On a recent active afternoon, more than 100 people received groceries. A core team of active leaders stocks the shelves each week with fresh, canned and boxed food items from multiple sources. Jesus fed the hungry and so do we. If you are interested in serving in this way, please contact St. Mark's Lutheran Church (503-777-1443 or ).

afterschool mentors needed

Portland Kids at Restoration Community is looking for individuals who would be interested in volunteering one afternoon each week to help mentor our children. We offer an afterschool program designed to assist children with homework and academic skills. This program is offered Monday through Thursday with approximately 40 children present. As a mentor you would assist the classroom teacher by interacting with the children, helping them with their homework and assisting in the academic enrichment activities. The requirements for this position are that you love children and desire them to succeed! All volunteers will be required to pass a criminal background check. For more information or to sign up please contact Wendy Johnson (503-777-4810 or ).

helping the homeless and mentally ill

A church made up of mostly the homeless and mentally ill meets three times per week and serves a meal at each of them. The church's needs right now are to help clean up on Saturdays 2:30-3:30 p.m. and to do childcare. Also, there is the possibility of teaching on Sundays from 4-5:30 p.m. Contact Steve Kimes (503-888-4453).

african immigrant church

Bethel International City Church meets Sunday from 5-7 p.m. and needs childcare help. There is also a teaching opportunity for elementary age children. For more information, contact Steve Kimes (503-888-4453).

Other

missional construction company needs work

Irvington Covenant Community Development Corporation heads up a re-entry program that provides construction work for ex-offenders. ICCDC, a non-profit organization licensed and bonded with the State, specializes in residential and commercial, building, remodels and general labor construction. Its prices are competitive and it guarantees the work. For quotes, call 503-281-1234.

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