January 14, 2026
- College Heights
- 5 days ago
- 2 min read
Dear Beloved Community,
This Sunday we’ll sit with one of Jesus’ simplest—and most life-changing—questions: “What are you looking for?” (John 1:29–42). Two weeks into a new year, we’ll reflect on what we’re truly seeking right now, especially in light of the grief, change, and questions many of us carry. How have our longings shifted over time? What do our answers reveal about the direction of our lives?
In the sermon, we’ll explore how Jesus doesn’t rush to give easy answers, but instead invites us into something deeper: honesty, vulnerability, and the courage to name what matters most. And whatever it is you’re looking for, healing, hope, clarity, reconciliation, justice, Jesus’ response is the same: “Come and see.” Come expecting a message that is tender and hopeful with room to listen for what God may be inviting in your life right now.
See you Sunday!
Peace and blessings!
-Jorge
P. S. January's Giving Sunday collection is for Abundant Grace Coastside Worker, helping the less fortunate on the coast. Their director and visionary, Eric DeBode, has been our guest preacher many times. Thanks for always being so generous with your gifts.
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
Instant Choir: Sunday, Jan 18, 9am. Rehearse at 9, sing for the service.
Church Council: Sunday, January 18, after worship
Thursday Discussion Group: Thursday, January 22, 7pm on Zoom. The new book choice is "Guided" by Laura Lynne Jackson. We've read "The Light Between Us" and "Signs" both by Laura Lynne; this is her latest book. Read parts 3 and 4 for Jan 22.
Church Pot Luck: Sunday, January 25, after worship. Our monthly meal together.
Book Group: Sunday, Jan 25, 7pm on Zoom. Reading "Buddha, Socrates and Us" by Stephen Batchelor. Read Parts III and IV for the 25th.
Worship & Arts: Sunday, February 1, after worship. All are welcome to come help us plan worship
Taize Service: Friday, February 13, 7:30pm. Also on Zoom.
Links and resources
Quote of the week
"Have enough courage to trust love one more time and always one more time." -Maya Angelou
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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