News from the Chalice Unitarian Univeralist Congregation in Escondido, CA
Voluntary Simplicity: Decluttering
September 13 Sermon: “Make Room for Meaning”
Wednesday, September 16 Potluck Dinner at 6 p.m.
Challenge: Declutter home or office–5 things or 15 minutes a day
Join the Spirit Study Facebook group to share how you’re doing with the challenge
Resources
Blog article: “10 Creative … read more.
Like many churches these days, we record our sermons and post them online so people can listen to them. Not only is it helpful for congregants who couldn’t make it, but it’s a really good way for people new to the church … read more.
Job Summary
The Sunday Worship Musician provides piano solo music and accompaniment for congregational singing for both the 9:00 AM and the 11:00 AM worship services. The dates and number of Sundays per month vary, but generally work out to once a month. Dates will be … read more.
As was announced to the congregation via email on August 19, Colette Jones has passed away after a battle with ovarian cancer.
Her memorial service will be held at Chalice on Saturday, September 19 at 2 p.m.
For those coming from out of town:
Escondido, California … read more.
I am so excited to tell you about a program we’re starting this year, called “Spirit Study.”
Spirit Study is a 10-month invitation to learning, practice, and reflection. Our 2015-16 study topic is voluntary simplicity, the rejection of consumerist, materialist values in favor of choosing … read more.
If you’ve been to Sunday morning worship at Chalice lately, you’ve
noticed the new “Connection Cards” that everyone is asked to fill out.
The intention of the cards is to help us stay connected with each of
you, notice if you are suddenly here less … read more.
It’s Sunday around 4 p.m., and I’m still feeling tender and spiritually nourished after worship this morning. Planning our multigenerational services–which aspire to engage us in ways that sermon-focused services can’t–is usually a pretty big challenge. As much as I love worship that is creative … read more.
Painting and Decorating at Hidden Valley House
Saturday Sept 12, 8:30-11:30AM
240 S Hickory St #110, Escondido
Our help is needed at this emergency shelter for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The house, located in inland North County, is operated by our Charity … read more.
I promised some book recommendations for those of you who would like to learn more about Neo-Paganism. There are thousands of Pagan books out there, with many, many, many designed to be introductory. These are just a few of my personal favorites:
Wicca: A Guide … read more.
For most of us, our schedules are so tight, and our to-do lists so endless, the last thing we want to do is commit to another project or group. However, Chalice’s religious education (RE) program is one area in which you should not cut corners. … read more.
