Eighteenth Ave Peace House :: Communities Directory

Formed: 1985 Established: 1986

This page last updated:12/30/2011

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.

Currently (2011) we host in our large living room the weekly Sunday afternoon worship gathering of a house church, Metanoia Peace Community United Methodist Church.

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

This page last updated:12/30/2011

Visitors Accepted

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

Statement of Housing Non-discrimination:

Our community does not discriminate in regards to housing based on race/color, national origin, religion, sex/gender, family status (i.e. having children, not having children, or being pregnant), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, source of income, age, creed, personal appearance, political affiliation, HIV infection, military/veteran status, unfavorable military discharge, gender identity or expression, receiving public assistance, or being the victim of domestic abuse.

Our community is a legally sanctioned church or religious organization and living in our community is restricted to members of that religion as allowed by law. Our religion does not discriminate based on race, color, or national origin. Housing in our community is non-commercial (i.e. not intended to make a profit).

Population Members(adults and children): 8 Non-member Residents: 0	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 Common Spiritual Practices: Yes Which Spiritual Traditions(s): Quaker :: Roman Catholic :: Other Educational Style(s): Public schooled

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