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“Border Stories”

As a border town, San Diego has a unique relationship with Mexico. This morning we reflect on what it is to live in such close proximity to an “other” country.

“The Great Turning (Active Hope #10)”

We’ve been talking about hope and activism all year. What do we want to remember going forward? This is the final sermon in a 10-part series inspired by the book Active Hope by Chris Johnstone and Joanna Macy.

“Land That I Love”

Personal identity is informed by many sources: country, religion, family, work,. This morning we reflect on what it means to be an American, and how that identity is sometimes a source of pain more than pride.

“Storytelling through Music”

A famous songwriter once said, “My music will tell you more about me than I ever will.” Join the talented musicians of Chalice as we explore the power of music to tell stories. From Prokofiev to Coldplay and everything in between, come with us on … read more.

“It Takes a Village”

Whether you have children or not, each of us has a role and responsibility in helping nurture future generations. The interdependent web of all existence includes those who have become before us, and those who will come after. This Mother’s Day, we consider the communal … read more.

“Sharpening the Saw (Active Hope #9)”

As we work to build a new and better world, there will be times that our enthusiasm wanes. How do we keep going? This is the ninth sermon in a 10-part series inspired by the book Active Hope by Chris Johnstone and Joanna Macy.

“Adoration Sunday”

To adore is to love deeply and fully. But we can feel embarrassed to show our love openly and unabashedly. This May Day, we celebrate the beauty and blessings of loving with our whole hearts. We’ll dance the maypole between services.

“Strengthening the Web (Active Hope #8)”

Doing the long haul work of changing the world means we must pay attention to how we sustain ourselves. This is the eighth sermon in a 10-part series inspired by the book Active Hope by Chris Johnstone and Joanna Macy.