Full Homes and Full Friendships
Fall has been a time of welcoming new friendships while cherishing our lifelong friendships. In the past month, we have welcomed six new members into our Beaverton home and have celebrated by sharing a big Thanksgiving meal together at the home. We have also increased our ability to support our friends outside of our homes, such as Marilyn, who recently founded a weekly prayer group.
Welcome Home!
Say hello to the newest members of our homes and community! Brendan, Dena, Joranna, Nick, Alex, and Dara are all new members of our new home in Beaverton. Ben and Lukas are new members of Nehalem House. Be sure to welcome these folks at upcoming L'Arche gatherings!
Disability: A Journey of Self Acceptance
by Becca Boston
In our latest blog post, Care Coordinator Becca Boston shares about her journey with dyslexia and the ways it has informed her relationships and role at L'Arche Portland.

"Not only did I learn about my disability, but I learned that it was important for me to have a positive outlet. I enjoyed art class and playing soccer, basketball and lacrosse for the school. With the help from all the faculty at Crossroads and my loving family, I was beginning to fully accept my learning disability, but not let it define me."
Read Becca's Story
Our Tree Sale
Our Tree Sale is in full swing through December 20th! Stop by one of our two lots and find the perfect locally sourced, freshly cut Christmas tree. All proceeds support L'Arche Portland's mission of building community between individuals with and without intellectual disabilities.


We rely on the help of volunteers to make our tree lots a success each year. Sign up for a shift with us and experience the joy of selling Christmas trees! We especially need volunteers for our weekend shifts.
Monthly Community Potlucks
L'Arche@Tabor
First Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 PM
Copeland Commons Room at Taborspace
5441 SE Belmont St. Portland, OR 97215

L'Arche@Tabor is a monthly community gathering of people with and without intellectual disabilities at Taborspace in SE Portland. Open your hearts to friends with and without intellectual disabilities, discover a community of belonging and inclusion, and engage in activities and discussions that feed our spirit.
L'Arche@Westside
Second Thursdays 6:00-8:00 PM
Fireside Room at Holy Trinity Catholic Church
13715 Walker Road, Beaverton, OR 97005

Join L'Arche Portland for monthly potluck dinners and community celebrations at Holy Trinity in Beaverton! This is an exciting opportunity to build relationships and establish a community of belonging on the westside as we prepare our newest L'Arche Portland home there.
L'Arche@UP
Monthly Saturday Gatherings
Saint Mary's Lounge at University of Portland
4852 N Willamette Blvd, Portland, OR 97203

L'Arche@UP is a monthly community gathering of people with and without intellectual disabilities who come together to grow in relationships as they discover, share, and celebrate the gift of life. We encourage people with intellectual disabilities to participate and lead from their gifts and faith alongside their peers at UP.
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