Category: Archives 2023
Where Is God?
Adult Ed, Nov 19
VIDEO. “God and the search for our deepest selves ends up being the same search,” so writes Richard Rohr. Pastor Harry, a trained spiritual director, explains the art of spiritual direction as we embark on this journey of discovery in worship now through Pentecost.
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Faith in Action
Children's Program, Nov 19, 8:30am
This Sunday, we read the story of Queen Esther, a Jewish girl chosen to be the wife of the King of Persia, who as queen foiled a plot to kill the Jewish people. We look closely at this unusal story about a woman, and we look for ways God, although never mentioned, is present in this story.Read more
Focus on Abortion: Americans Share Their Stories
Back Pew Gallery, Open through Dec 2
To show our support for the support of reproductive rights our Back Pew Gallery is hosting an exhibit, entitled Focus on Abortion: Americans Share Their Stories, based on the book by Roslyn Banish. The exhibit features a special closing event on December 2.Read more
Thor: Love and Thunder
Movie Night, Dec 21, 6pm
On his quest for inner peace, Thor, the God of Thunder, is interrupted by the God Butcher, and to combat the threat, he enlists help from others, who surprise him. This movie takes Marvel Studios into questions of faith for the first time in a sustained way. Watch with friends in Pope Hall.Read more
Luke Raffanti, Piano
TGIF, Dec 29, 5:30pm
We welcome Luke Raffanti playing the piano at our Friday concert. The program features music by Respighi, Brahms, Scriabin, Ravel, Bach, Lizst, and Chopin. Sanctuary doors open at 5:15 pm, and the concert begins at 5:30. The concert is free with donations accepted.Read more
I Drew Him Out of the Water
Worship, Nov 12
VIDEO. Trauma permeates our world, as it did throughout the Bible. What are the signs of trauma in the birth story of Moses, and how might we learn from the struggles Moses faced? Pastor Harry brings the story in Exodus 2:1-10 into our modern world. Read more
Reimagining Transformative Bible Study
Adult Ed, Nov 12
VIDEO. With Dr. Patrick Reyes, we explored two well known stories in the bible in the hopes of gaining a fresh perspective for their importance today. We engaged the text and each other with a renewed imagination for our shared tradition. Most importantly, we had fun.Read more
Sharing Our Faith with Others
Children's Program, Nov 12
This Sunday, we read the story of Naaman who was powerless to bring about his own healing and a young servant girl who shares her faith in God's healing power. We share how we feel valued when others listen to us, and we talk about our faith and how we see God active in our lives.Read more
Support for Ghost Ranch
Mission Update, Nov 12, 11:00am
We welcome Rev. Tim Hart-Andersen, President of the Ghost Ranch Board, at our 11:00 service on November 12 to share a Minute for Mission with us about how we can support Ghost Ranch. Following the service, join him in Pope Hall where he will update us on what is happening there. Pastries and coffee will be served.Read morePage 5 of 20