CALENDAR
Morning Prayer Gathering
Come be a part of intentionally praying for our community, the concerns around us, and the needs of our broader world as we provide support and encouragement for one another.
Morning Prayer Gathering will be back autumn 2026.
Tuesday Gathering Party | Women + Gender Diverse
Women and gender diverse folx from Tuesday Gathering are invited to kick off summer together! Carpool available at Wayside 10:00am, party begins at 10:30am. Bring a something yummy to share as we spend time together one more time before our summer break.
Tuesday Gathering will be back autumn 2026.
True Colors
True Colors is an LGBTQIA+ Christ-centered small group for Queer adults seeking God through the rainbow spectrum.
Join us every 2nd Wednesday of the month for conversation and connection.
Popsicles + Playgrounds
Wayside families and friends are invited to get outside and play!
We will host a place for families to gather together, enjoy a popsicle, and connect at different playgrounds throughout the summer.
Connect with the office to join the Playgrounds + Popsicles group text for day of reminders and updates.
Sip + Study | Wayside Youth
Students are invited to open tabs at Lyrics cafe for a time of personal check-in, Bible study, and shared prayer requests. This is specific for students who are eager to go deeper in learning conversations around scripture and spiritual practices. All levels of participation/observation welcome. RSVP to Rachelle [she/her].
Newberg Pride
Everyone is welcome at Newberg’s annual Pride celebration!
We need volunteers to help host the Wayside Friends Church table. Please connect with the office if you are interested in volunteering.
Pride Sunday | Gathered Worship
Join us tonight for a very special gathered worship as we celebrate Pride together! Wearing what Pride means to you (i.e. rainbows, whatever makes you feel like you) is highly encouraged. All are loved and welcome here.
Community Potluck
Swing by/ stay after gathered worship for a good ‘ol fashioned community potluck! Bring a Pride themed dish or treat to share as we enjoy time together as a community.
Everyone is welcome, even if you didn't bring food to share!
Popsicles + Playgrounds
Wayside families and friends are invited to get outside and play!
We will host a place for families to gather together, enjoy a popsicle, and connect at different playgrounds throughout the summer.
Connect with the office to join the Playgrounds + Popsicles group text for day of reminders and updates.
Fireside | Summer Youth Camp
Wayside Friends Church, Cascade Church, Pearl Church, and North Valley Friends Church are teaming up this summer to offer a Jesus-centered camping experience for 6th-12th grade students. Fireside is a camp for students entering 6th through 8th grade in the Fall of 2026.
The Woods | Summer Youth Camp
Wayside Friends Church, Cascade Church, Pearl Church, and North Valley Friends Church are teaming up this summer to offer a Jesus-centered camping experience for 6th-12th grade students. The Woods is a camp for students who have completed 8th through 12th grades in the Spring of 2026.
True Colors
True Colors is an LGBTQIA+ Christ-centered small group for Queer adults seeking God through the rainbow spectrum.
Join us every 2nd Wednesday of the month for conversation and connection.
Popsicles + Playgrounds
Wayside families and friends are invited to get outside and play!
We will host a place for families to gather together, enjoy a popsicle, and connect at different playgrounds throughout the summer.
Connect with the office to join the Playgrounds + Popsicles group text for day of reminders and updates.
Community Potluck
Swing by/ stay after gathered worship for a good ‘ol fashioned community potluck! Bring a Pride themed dish or treat to share as we enjoy time together as a community.
Everyone is welcome, even if you didn't bring food to share!
Popsicles + Playgrounds
Wayside families and friends are invited to get outside and play!
We will host a place for families to gather together, enjoy a popsicle, and connect at different playgrounds throughout the summer.
Connect with the office to join the Playgrounds + Popsicles group text for day of reminders and updates.
True Colors
True Colors is an LGBTQIA+ Christ-centered small group for Queer adults seeking God through the rainbow spectrum.
Join us every 2nd Wednesday of the month for conversation and connection.
Community Potluck
Swing by/ stay after gathered worship for a good ‘ol fashioned community potluck! Bring a Pride themed dish or treat to share as we enjoy time together as a community.
Everyone is welcome, even if you didn't bring food to share!
Popsicles + Playgrounds
Wayside families and friends are invited to get outside and play!
We will host a place for families to gather together, enjoy a popsicle, and connect at different playgrounds throughout the summer.
Connect with the office to join the Playgrounds + Popsicles group text for day of reminders and updates.
True Colors
True Colors is an LGBTQIA+ Christ-centered small group for Queer adults seeking God through the rainbow spectrum.
Join us every 2nd Wednesday of the month for conversation and connection.
Community Potluck
Swing by/ stay after gathered worship for a good ‘ol fashioned community potluck! Bring a Pride themed dish or treat to share as we enjoy time together as a community.
Everyone is welcome, even if you didn't bring food to share!
Newcomers Gathering
Come learn more about Wayside with dessert and casual conversation with our co-lead pastors Elizabeth (she/her) and Steve (he/him).
Whether you are brand new or have called Wayside your community for years, all are welcome to learn more about our church and ask questions.
Sunday Gathered Worship
Join us for gathered worship; all are loved and welcome here.
ITALIAN SODAS
Lobby fellowship and free Italian sodas available starting at 4:50pm.
Free Online Lecture with John Fugelsang
Everyone is welcome to join in the free online lecture with John Fugelsang: a conversation on the separation of church and hate. We will be watching together in the sanctuary.
Sip + Study | Wayside Youth
Students are invited to open tabs at Lyrics cafe for a time of personal check-in, Bible study, and shared prayer requests. This is specific for students who are eager to go deeper in learning conversations around scripture and spiritual practices. All levels of participation/observation welcome. RSVP to Rachelle [she/her].
Wednesday Evening | Women + Gender Diverse
Women and gender diverse folx are invited to fellowship together. Come as we share life stories and find ways we can be supportive to one another.
To honor the other groups in the building, please enter through the Fellowship Hall doors.
Tuesday Gathering | Women + Gender Diverse
Women and gender diverse folx are invited to fellowship together. Come as we share life stories, read books together, and find ways we can be supportive to one another.
Current book: Braving the Truth: Essential Essays for Reckoning with and Reimagining Faith by Rachel Held Evans, edited by Sarah Bessey.
Morning Prayer Gathering
Come be a part of intentionally praying for our community, the concerns around us, and the needs of our broader world as we provide support and encouragement for one another.
Community Business Meeting
Everyone is welcome to stay after to attend our community business meeting. All are invited to consider the budget as we seek approval.
Sunday Gathered Worship
Join us for gathered worship; all are loved and welcome here.
ITALIAN SODAS
Lobby fellowship and free Italian sodas available starting at 4:50pm.
Sunday Brunch
A community of mostly mid 20s to mid 30s people, seeking wisdom together—leaving certainty behind, and trying to thoughtfully figure out how to live well in a complex world.
Tuesday Gathering | Women + Gender Diverse
Women and gender diverse folx are invited to fellowship together. Come as we share life stories, read books together, and find ways we can be supportive to one another.
Current book: Braving the Truth: Essential Essays for Reckoning with and Reimagining Faith by Rachel Held Evans, edited by Sarah Bessey.
Sunday Gathered Worship
Join us for gathered worship; all are loved and welcome here.
ITALIAN SODAS
Lobby fellowship and free Italian sodas available starting at 4:50pm.
Sip + Study | Wayside Youth
Students are invited to open tabs at Lyrics cafe for a time of personal check-in, Bible study, and shared prayer requests. This is specific for students who are eager to go deeper in learning conversations around scripture and spiritual practices. All levels of participation/observation welcome. RSVP to Rachelle [she/her].
Wednesday Evening | Women + Gender Diverse
Women and gender diverse folx are invited to fellowship together. Come as we share life stories, read books together, and find ways we can be supportive to one another.
Tuesday Gathering | Women + Gender Diverse
Women and gender diverse folx are invited to fellowship together. Come as we share life stories, read books together, and find ways we can be supportive to one another.
Current book: Braving the Truth: Essential Essays for Reckoning with and Reimagining Faith by Rachel Held Evans, edited by Sarah Bessey.
Morning Prayer Gathering
Come be a part of intentionally praying for our community, the concerns around us, and the needs of our broader world as we provide support and encouragement for one another.
Community Potluck
Swing by/ stay after gathered worship for a good ‘ol fashioned community potluck! Bring a dish or treat to share as we enjoy time together as a community.
Community Business Meeting
We will have a proposed budget with notes from Elders and Stewards available. There will be a short ministry moment with highlights.
Sunday Gathered Worship
Join us for gathered worship; all are loved and welcome here.
ITALIAN SODAS
Lobby fellowship and free Italian sodas available starting at 4:50pm.
Sunday Brunch
A community of mostly mid 20s to mid 30s people, seeking wisdom together—leaving certainty behind, and trying to thoughtfully figure out how to live well in a complex world.
Last Creative Pursuits | Women + Gender Diverse
This will be the last Creative Pursuits until the autumn. This special gathering will include a special speaker, Christine Joy Swanson!
Women and Gender Diverse people are invited to bring their own creative work (e.g. painting, embroidery, knitting) and enjoy each other’s company.
Please RSVP as a light meal is provided.
True Colors
True Colors is an LGBTQIA+ Christ-centered group for the support of Queer adults and allies seeking God through the rainbow spectrum.
Tuesday Gathering | Women + Gender Diverse
Women and gender diverse folx are invited to fellowship together. Come as we share life stories, read books together, and find ways we can be supportive to one another.
Current book: Braving the Truth: Essential Essays for Reckoning with and Reimagining Faith by Rachel Held Evans, edited by Sarah Bessey.
Morning Prayer Gathering
Come be a part of intentionally praying for our community, the concerns around us, and the needs of our broader world as we provide support and encouragement for one another.
Sunday Gathered Worship
Join us for gathered worship; all are loved and welcome here.
ITALIAN SODAS
Lobby fellowship and free Italian sodas available starting at 4:50pm.
Sunday Brunch
A community of mostly mid 20s to mid 30s people, seeking wisdom together—leaving certainty behind, and trying to thoughtfully figure out how to live well in a complex world.
Sip + Study | Wayside Youth
Students are invited to open tabs at Lyrics cafe for a time of personal check-in, Bible study, and shared prayer requests. This is specific for students who are eager to go deeper in learning conversations around scripture and spiritual practices. All levels of participation/observation welcome. RSVP to Rachelle [she/her].
Tuesday Gathering | Women + Gender Diverse
Women and gender diverse folx are invited to fellowship together. Come as we share life stories, read books together, and find ways we can be supportive to one another.
Current book: Braving the Truth: Essential Essays for Reckoning with and Reimagining Faith by Rachel Held Evans, edited by Sarah Bessey.
Morning Prayer Gathering
Come be a part of intentionally praying for our community, the concerns around us, and the needs of our broader world as we provide support and encouragement for one another.
Pride Planning Meeting
Everyone is welcome to help plan our annual Pride Sunday and our table at Newberg’s Pride.