March 05, 2026
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Dear Beloved Community,
This Sunday’s scripture is John 2:13–25, alongside Mary Oliver’s “Where Does the Temple Begin, Where Does It End?” We’ll reflect on Jesus’ fierce response to what’s happening in the temple, and what that reveals about love, holiness, and justice.
Together we’ll ask: Where is sacred space today? Is it only inside a sanctuary, or does it extend into creation. Into the trees, the birds, the sky? And if Jesus points to the temple as his own body, what does that mean for how we honor and protect our bodies, and one another’s? I hope to see many of you this Sunday as we listen for God’s invitation to defend what is holy, with courage and care.
I look forward to seeing you on Sunday!
Peace and blessings!
-Jorge
P. S. March's Giving Sunday collection is for "Our Turn", CHC's pastor-discretionary fund. We used to just pass the basket when someone needed help, but these days the need sometimes can't wait until the next Sunday. So the Council decided to pre-fund "Our Turn" so that Jorge has immediate funds available.
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
Worship & Arts: Sunday, March 8, after worship. All are welcome to come help us plan worship.
Thursday Discussion Group: Thursday, March 12, 7pm on Zoom. Dream exploration. Read chapters 5 and 6 of "The Wisdom of Your Dreams" by Jeremy Taylor for the 12th.
Lenten Taize Service: Friday, March 13, 7:30pm. Our monthly contemplative service of prayer and chant. Also on Zoom.
Instant Choir: Sunday, Mar 15, 9am. Rehearse at 9, sing for the service.
Church Council: Sunday, March 15, after worship.
Church Pot Luck: Sunday, March 29, after worship. Our monthly meal together.
Church Work Day: Saturday, April 25, 9-3. Mark your calendars and come help as you can. Indoor and outdoor cleanup and repair tasks. Always more fun together!
Links and resources
Masterworks Chorale Concerts, Sat Mar 21 and Sun Mar 22. Mozart's Great Mass in C minor and "Dixit Dominus" by Marianna Martines. Info and tickets here.
Quote of the week
"“Though we have all encountered our share of grief and troubles, we can still hold the line of beauty, form, and beat — no small accomplishment in a world as challenging as this one. Hard times require furious dancing. Each of us is the proof.” - Alice Walker in Hard Times Require Furious Dancing
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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