Category: Chalice Blog

News from the Chalice Unitarian Univeralist Congregation in Escondido, CA

Seeking art for our memorial wall!

Request for Proposals for Memorial Art Installation:

Chalice Unitarian Universalist Congregation is seeking proposals for design, production, and installation of a rectangular-shaped, weather-resistant artwork to be installed on the exterior of our chapel building (south wall, facing the patio).

Following the installation of the artwork, rectangular-shaped memorial … read more.

Memorial for Kathy Johnson on April 22

As was announced to the congregation via email on March 20, member Kathy Johnson has passed away.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Chalice on Sunday, April 22 at 2 p.m. Reception to follow.

For those coming from out of town:
Escondido, California … read more.

Seeking a Backup Childcare Provider

Chalice seeks a backup childcare provider for Sunday mornings. This is an “as needed” position, filling in when our regular childcare providers are unavailable. To apply, please contact the Chalice office.

JOB SUMMARY

Under supervision, Childcare Providers ensure the care, cleanliness, security and safety of the nursery … read more.

January 28th is Our White Supremacy Teach-In

Beloved community,

In case you are not familiar with them, please know that the Black Lives of Unitarian Universalism Organizing Collective (abbreviated “BLUU”) formed in July 2015 to provide support, information, and resources for Black Unitarian Universalists. They also work to expand the role and … read more.

Having a blue Christmas?

Beloved community,

It’s not unusual to feel sad or “blue” at Christmas time.

A 2011 review of empirical studies found that mood worsens in December. Loneliness, anxiety, and helplessness rise. One study “concluded that one of the most relevant factors in Christmas depressions is the individual’s … read more.

Memorial for Bill Spaulding on January 9

As was announced to the congregation via email on November 26, founding member Bill Spaulding has passed away.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Chalice on Tuesday, January 9 at 2 p.m. Reception to follow.

For those coming from out of town:
Escondido, … read more.

Memorial for Jim Schnelker on Dec. 12

As was announced to the congregation via email on November 17, founding member Jim Schnelker has passed away.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Chalice on Tuesday, December 12 at 2 p.m. Reception to follow.

For those coming from out of town:
Escondido, … read more.

Expectations at Chalice

Beloved community,

Those of you who have become Chalice members in the past few years have received a handout about membership expectations. Bu those of you who have been Chalice members for longer than that have likely never seen this information! I’m including it here … read more.

Memorial for Charles Pinney on Oct. 29th

As was announced to the congregation via email on September 8, Charles Pinney has passed away.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Chalice on Sunday, October 29 at 2 p.m. Reception to follow.

For those coming from out of town:
Escondido, California is … read more.

Auction Event Tickets Available

Auction Event – Saturday, September 30 5 to 8 pm
Almost Annual Oktoberfest

Tickets are still available for this traditional celebration.
Fun music: Beer Barrel Polka, maybe the “Chicken Dance”!
Please contact the office by 4 pm Thursday, Sept. 28 if you do not … read more.