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The Advent retreat at Mount Angel is open for registration.Portland, OR
About us

A quiet church in a loud world.

Who we are and how we came to be.

A serene morning meditation scene with coffee, Bible, and journal.
Our story

A small group and an evening prayer.

Vesper began in 2018 when a dozen friends started praying evening prayer together in an apartment on Hawthorne. Most of them had been part of big, busy churches and were looking for something slower.

Today we meet in a borrowed chapel on Belmont Street. Our gatherings follow the ancient pattern of the church: gathering, word, prayer, table, and sending. We keep it small on purpose so everyone can be known.

Our values

What we value.

Stillness

We make room for silence, because God often speaks quietly.

Rhythm

We follow the church calendar and keep daily practices of prayer.

Honesty

Doubt, grief, and questions are welcome here.

Come sit with us on Sunday evening.

Demo site. Sample sermons courtesy of 2819 Church.