Helen Michiko Ohta

Helen was such an amazing person! I met her when I was just a kid in grade school. She always treated us like we were part of her family and I absolutely adored her. Going to her house was like going to a family member‘s house, it was always so welcoming. I love the time I spent with her. She helped shape my faith and was someone that I looked up to… (or down, lol 😆) She always encouraged me with my singing and my artwork (she has several of my pieces). I’m sad that I did not get another visit in before she left, but I’m so thankful that I did get to see her not long ago. I can’t wait to see her again in heaven. Until then we will miss you so much, Helen!

I had the privilege of Pastoring Helen for the last couple of years. She is an amazing woman whom I am sure is experiencing the glory of the Lord. I would visit sometimes, try to stop by and be an encouragement. Helen would always turn that on me, instead doing everything in her power to encourage me, and what God is doing in this ministry here in Molalla. She had a deep love for Jesus, the Gospel and her family. She loved finding more and more security in the perfect payment of Jesus Christ, often emailing me after a sermon she watched remarking on how it blessed her. I thank the Lord for the little time I was able to come to know Helen.