Summer has arrived, a traditional time for vacation, outdoor activities, social gatherings, and play. But I have to name that it can feel hard to feel joyful when there is so much harm happening in the world.
This is exactly why we need to pursue joy, … read more.
Hello Chalice friends and readers of this newsletter! This is my first column as your new congregation President, and the beginning of my second time being President. My last time was exactly ten years ago, for the 2015 – 2016 fiscal year. So much as … read more.
My sermon on December 1, 2024 was titled “What Brings Us Together” and is part of my series this year on UU Theologies. As part of our time together, I asked the congregation, what brings you to Chalice on Sunday morning? Here are your answers, … read more.
Greetings Chalice!
So I went through a low period recently. I was worn down by the state of our country, consumed by my job, sleep deprived, and didn’t feel much like a human being. Yet there was some part of my brain that said “This will … read more.
The following is an excerpt from Rev. Sharon Wylie’s sermon “Deeds Not Creeds” offered on April 20, 2025. This transcript has been lightly edited for clarity. You can watch the full sermon on Chalice’s YouTube channel.
In January, when we talked about salvation (and I do … read more.
Greetings Chalice!
Congratulations, Chalice, we did it! Our pledge drive for our 2025-2026 congregational year was a huge success! We were able to meet our goal of $327,000 thanks to your generous pledges during our “Together, A Force for Good” campaign. A warm, heartfelt “Thank You!” … read more.
A parable for our times (shared with the congregation during worship on March 23):
Chalice has participated in two beach cleanups in the past five months (in coordination with regularly scheduled cleanups organized by the Surfrider Foundation). Now, when I go for a walk around my … read more.
Greetings Chalice!
It is Pledge Drive Season! Our 4-week Pledge Drive started on March 16, and ends on April 13, Celebration Sunday. Our theme is “Together, A Force for Good.” When we join together, we are stronger, more resilient, and capable of creating positive changes in … read more.
As many of you have noticed, I am often (not always) preaching without a script on Sundays. I thought this newsletter column would be a good way to answer some of your questions about this style of preaching.
I started experimenting with this different style of … read more.
Greetings Chalice!
It’s March, and you know what that means! In addition to our March Madness “Favorite Pacific Ocean Dweller” voting (go Leafy Sea Dragon!), it’s also the beginning of our Annual Pledge Drive! Pledges of financial support from members and friends are what makes our … read more.
