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“Remembering Day of the Dead and Our Ancestors”

This service is presented on the Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos, which is a Mexican Celebration of the return of deceased ancestors.  Our church has fond memories of our history with Dia de los Muertos through our past celebrations with Hugh Tomlinson and Jesus Castillo.  We will re-visit those past times with … Continue reading “Remembering Day of the Dead and Our Ancestors”

“The Wheel of Life”

The Wheel of the Year keeps turning as oneseason yields to the next. And as the seasonspass, we know one thing is for certain – change is inevitable. Whether we experience a major life transition such as a graduation, marriage, retirement, or death, change often leaves us feeling anxious about an unknown future. In this … Continue reading “The Wheel of Life”

“The Grace of Acceptance”

Everyone has an innate need to feel accepted. When we experience the grace of acceptance, it is as if space opens up for us to live into our potential without having to live under the shadow of judgment, misunderstanding, micro-aggression, or fear. For LGBTQ people, being fully accepted (rather than just tolerated) is a critical … Continue reading “The Grace of Acceptance”

“Rosh Hashanah and the Stinky Kishke”

Considered the “Jewish New Year”, Rosh Hashanah is the beginning of the Jewish High Holy Days. This is a time of reflection, introspection for reviewing the past year, identifying ways we have harmed others, made mistakes, not lived up to our own expectations and commitments, or other ways that we have failed to live up … Continue reading “Rosh Hashanah and the Stinky Kishke”

“In-gathering and Water Communion”

Each year, we look forward to coming together as a church community after our busy summer adventures. We come together to renew our relationships, to share our experiences, and to join one another in anticipation of the many exciting possibilities of the coming church year. It is, indeed, a Gathering of Spirits. Only, this year, … Continue reading “In-gathering and Water Communion”