HOOD RIVER — Riverside Community Church, United Church of Christ, 317 State St., hosts a dinner and celebration Friday, March 5 beginning at 6 p.m. in the church’s Riverview room in recognition of “most Americans’ immigrant roots,” said Pastor Vicky Stifter in a press release.
Dinner will be prepared by the church’s kitchen team and El Cuate restaurant. Attendees will receive a special window sign to take home that reads, “I am an Immigrant / Soy Inmigrante.” There is no cost for the sign or dinner, though donations to help cover costs will be appreciated.
“Years ago in Billings, Montana, a Jewish family’s home was vandalized because its front window held a menorah,” said Stifter. “In solidarity, thousands of non-Jewish Billings families displayed a menorah in their windows, too. With the exception of our indigenous neighbors, we are all immigrants. On March 7, we’re remembering our own history, and resisting the forces of division that would have us turn against our neighbors who may have come more recently.”
Stifter said the church will start with 500 signs with the hope they will be visible throughout the Gorge in the windows of homes, businesses and places of worship. Those unable to attend the dinner and want a sign should call the church office at 541-386-1412 to arrange for pickup.
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