HEALTH CARE

SPIRITUAL DIRECTIVE PROJECT
The project seeks to improve the health and well-being of patients by identifying spiritual factors relevant to patient care, and strengthening relationships between a patient’s religious or spiritual community and healthcare providers. This project grew out of a Grace Institute consultation, At the Time of Diagnosis, held in 2002.

URBAN LIVABILITY

CITY CAMP PROJECT
City Camp was launched as a pilot program for 30 middle-school students in August 2002. The students studied the ecology of the city, focusing on the Willamette River. Grace Institute developed a River Story curriculum for the camp which challenged the students to recognize, value, create and maintain a sustainable environment. The City Camp Pilot Project was documented through photography, poetry, drawing, and journal making.

THE ARTS

ANNUAL SAINT FRANCIS FESTIVAL OF ARTS
The annual celebration of the founding of Grace Institute is held on the first weekend in October, beginning Friday evening with a dinner gathering of artists and friends of Grace Institute. Saturday offers a day-long opportunity for hands-on art experience or a cultural excursion in the community.

GALLERIES AT GRACE INSTITUTE
The Stairwell Gallery and Emerging Artists Gallery feature work from participants and staff of Grace Institute art programs, and professional artists from the community.