February 27, 2025
Dear Beloved Community,
As many of you know, last week on Wednesday February 19th, I had the privilege to be part of an Interfaith Press Conference to respond to the threats and rising fear of mass deportations. There were about 43 faith organizations and dozens of religious leaders publicly reaffirming our commitment to sanctuary to ensure safety and belonging for all people. Together we represented that God’s executive orders are clear -- Love Thy Neighbor, Welcome the Immigrant, and All People are Sacred. Below the "Giving Sunday" information is a link to KRON4’s youtube page of their coverage, for those that may have missed it.
This coming Sunday, March 2, Rev. Polly will be preaching on "The Magic of Findhorn." Findhorn is an eco-spiritual community in northern Scotland founded in the 1970's and famous for an exuberantly abundant garden created on sand dunes. The story of who and how this came about lives in the intersection of the two readings for the morning: Genesis 1:9-13 (The Third Day) and Mary Oliver's poem "The World I Live In." If you believe amazing things can happen, the results might just surprise you. We will also celebrate communion on Sunday.
As always, I look forward to seeing you this Sunday.
Peace and blessings!
-Jorge
March's Giving Sunday offering is for Community of Peace, VA (Stephan Waligur).
The Church Council recently clarified what monies in the collection plate go to our Giving Sunday recipient each month. On the first Sunday of the month (the "Giving Sunday"), the whole plate goes to the designated nonprofit. Any other time during the month you can contribute by way of a check with the name of the nonprofit in the memo line.
Recent sermons
Check out our YouTube page to see recent sermons. Go to our archive of slides to see bulletins and slides used during recent services.
Recordings of our Taize services are also on the YouTube page.
Upcoming services and events
Council Meeting: Sunday, March 2, after worship.
Ash Wednesday: Wednesday, March 5, 7pm at the Congregational Church of San Mateo.
Thursday Discussion Group: Thursday, Mar 6, 7pm on Zoom. Read Chapter 3 of Armstrong's "The Battle for God."
Lenten Choir Practice: Sunday, March 9, 8:45am. Starts on Mar 9 and continues on the Sundays during Lent. Everyone welcome.
Church Work Day: Saturday, March 15, 9-12. Indoor and outdoor projects around the church. Bring your lunch and relax afterwards.
Congregational Meeting: Sunday, March 23 after worship
Book Group: Sunday, Mar 23, 7pm on Zoom. Reading Robin Wall Kimmerer's latest book, "The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World." Note new date.
Monthly Potluck: Sunday, March 30, after worship. Bring something to share.ects around the church. Bring your lunch and relax afterwords.
Links and resources
Abundant Grace is sponsoring a 5K Coastal Fun Run/Walk on Sat March 15. Information and registration at stepupforthehomeless.com
Pentatonix sings "Imagine"
Quote of the week
“We re-enter this world as sacred space when we love life fiercely, and, in the name of love, protect the goodness of our intricate web of life in all its manifold forms. We recommit ourselves to this world as holy ground when we remember the fullness of life that is possible through our communities, our life-affirming rituals, and our love of beauty, of truth, of goodness.” - Rita Nakashima Brock
Weekly events
• Meditation group: Wednesdays at 7:30 am.
In person at the church building
• Sunday worship: 10 am
In person at the church building
• Church Office Hours: Thursdays 2:30pm-5:30pm, in person at the church building.
To schedule an appointment please call or text 510-754-6796 or email xicanominister@gmail.com.
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