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Our Mission
Menucha is a sacred sanctuary held in stewardship as an ecumenical, community-based mission of First Presbyterian Church – Portland, Oregon.  Our mission is to offer the finest retreat and conference center experience possible by providing opportunities for reflection, spiritual discovery, renewal, education and enrichment for individuals, families and communities.
Menucha offers guests “the gift of contentment” — the comfort of needs well met and the freedom to engage in purposeful work. Purposeful work is work for which people have a passionate intention, but which daily demands may keep us from. Menucha is a chance to return to what matters.
Community-building
Cultural and artistic creation
Advancement of personal and organizational possibilities
Reflection and renewal
Pilgrimage
Laughter… shouts of encouragement… soaring moments of epiphany…through God’s grace, all in a day’s work.
Rhythms of focused endeavor and creative exchange…Refreshment of perception… Spiritual nutrition. These are some of the benchmarks by which a stay at Menucha may be measured.
Menucha has bed spaces and food service for 160 guests. We also have 34 bed spaces in the Barn, where you may prepare your own food.
Family-style meals are served three times a day in Wright Hall. Fresh-baked bread and homemade jam from local berries are part of the Menucha kitchen tradition.
Menucha staff is pleased to work with you to facilitate the experience you seek, including program pieces.  Please speak with one of our staff when you call.