I have begun to use the term “faith formation” more so than religious exploration or education these days. I like the word ‘formation’– it brings to mind the slow process of hands sculpting clay or play-dough. As Director of Family Ministry, I am always asking “what are the activities that help us to make meaning … Continue reading Religious Exploration Blog – November 2013
It’s here! –> November 2013 Flaming Chalice
Come to this one session Adult Religious Education workshop to be held in the sanctuary on November 10th. The class will focus on discovering tools for the work, how to create your own ritual, and times when a ritual might be helpful. The workshop will be led by Rev. Katie Kandarian-Morris and Lisa Sciandra. Please … Continue reading Creating Rituals for Personal Transformation Sunday, November 10 12:15 pm
South Hayward Parish has received an anonymous $2000.00 “matching grant.” We must raise $2,000.00 in matching funds in order to receive these funds. Please help make sure SHP doesn’t lose this money which will be used for our hunger, homeless and family programs. Please send a donation (any amount) to SHP, 27287 Patrick Ave, Hayward, … Continue reading South Hayward Parish Must Raise Matching Funds
Get the Oct 2013 Chalice
As far back as the mid-nineteenth century, Unitarians and Universalists discussed merging their two separate denominations. In 1947, a commission was formed that led to a vote in which 75% of Unitarian and Universalist congregations approved the formulation of a plan for a federal union. Still, it wasn’t until 1961 that the two organizations were … Continue reading Katie’s Bay View – Authorizing Each Other
September always seems to start fast and furious, with many events on the calendar as we gear up for the Church year. At our October Board Meeting, we finalized the mail ballot procedure for the amended bylaw changes voted on at our annual meeting in May 2013. At the annual meeting we voted on all … Continue reading President’s Blog – October 2013
If you would like an opportunity to meet folks in a smaller setting, please consider attending the next Circle Supper. Please mark your calendars for Nov. 2nd. More details to follow.
South Hayward Parish has received an anonymous $2000.00 “matching grant.” We must raise $2,000.00 in matching funds in order to receive these funds. Please help make sure SHP doesn’t lose this money which will be used for our hunger, homeless and family programs. Please send a donation (any amount) to SHP, 27287 Patrick Ave, Hayward, CA 94544 with a … Continue reading South Hayward Parish Must Raise Matching Funds
Our Justice Alliance is organizing a Community Forum at the Castro Valley Library on Sunday, October 13 at 1:30PM to discuss “The Trans-Pacific Partnership – Trade Deal or Corporate Power Grab?” Experts will speak on its potential effect on jobs, clean air, clean water, pure food, Obamacare, and GMO labeling, among other issues. Contact the office … Continue reading Starr King Church Community Forum at Castro Valley Library on 10/13
