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Presidio Chapel Open House/Docent Tour
Presidio Chapel Open House/Docent Tour
Visit the historic Spanish Colonial Revival style Presidio Chapel, built by the Army in 1931, with a breathtaking view of San Francisco Bay. It is home to a 33' mural by Victor Arnautoff, a protege of Diego Rivera, and stained glass windows by Willemina Ogterop, the first woman stained glass […]
Pursuing Racial Justice: Uprooting White Supremacy Culture – with Paul Kivel
Pursuing Racial Justice: Uprooting White Supremacy Culture – with Paul Kivel
This free workshop with Paul Kivel will engage the frameworks of interpersonal, institutional, structural and cultural racism. In the context of our current reality, Paul will present practical tools and advice on how people can work as allies for racial justice, directly engaging participants through questions, exercises, and suggestions for […]
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Conscious Eating Conference
Conscious Eating Conference: Saturday, March 2nd The Conscious Eating Conference brings expert speakers from across the country to Berkeley, California to share their ideas about the best food choices we can make for the planet, ourselves, and other animals. This year we will explore the future of food and hear about the changing ethics […]
W.I.S.E. Congregations for Mental Health Conference
W.I.S.E. Congregations for Mental Health Conference
WISE CONGREGATIONS for MENTAL HEALTH SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2019 City of Refuge UCC 8400 Enterprise Way Oakland, CA 94621 (510) 633‐6316 Sponsored by the United Church of Christ Mental Health Network. We thank the UCC for the Genesis Grant which helped make this conference happen. To donate, please visit:mhn‐ucc.org “Do […]
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Book Club: Celtic Practices
Book Club: Celtic Practices
Kathy Miranda will be leading this Spring's book series, which features "The Soul's Slow Ripening: 12 Celtic Practices for Seeking the Sacred" by Christine Valters-Painter
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International Women’s Day Interfaith Panel Conversation 2019
International Women’s Day Interfaith Panel Conversation 2019
#BalanceForBetter • All Are Welcome! International Women’s Day Interfaith Panel Conversation Friday, March 8th at 7:30 pm. Orinda Community Church UCC 10 Irwin Way, Orinda in the Sanctuary (walking distance from BART) Hear how women from distinctly different religious traditions explore balance in their lives. All are welcome! • Elder […]
WomenSing presents “Little Stones” on International Women’s Day, March 8
WomenSing presents “Little Stones” on International Women’s Day, March 8
Special Event to celebrate International Women’s Day 2019.LITTLE STONESThe documentary "Little Stones" unites the personal narratives of four women around the world using art to create positive change in their communities. - a graffiti artist protesting domestic violence in BRAZIL- a dance therapist rehabilitating sex-trafficking survivors in INDIA- a rapper […]
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Abba-Imma Qigong, the embodied Lord’s Prayer.
Abba-Imma Qigong, the embodied Lord’s Prayer.
We hope you can join us for this day of the Abba-Imma Qigong, the embodied Lord’s Prayer. The Abba-Imma prayer is an insightful reexamination of the wording of the Lord’s Prayer by Rev Steve Harms to render it closer to the original prayer, which was less patriarchal and more […]
Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross
Join Jan Stegner on Saturdays during Lent as she leads weekly meditations through San Damiano's stations of cross
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Presidio Chapel Open House/Docent Tour
Presidio Chapel Open House/Docent Tour
Visit the historic Spanish Colonial Revival style Presidio Chapel, built by the Army in 1931, with a breathtaking view of San Francisco Bay. It is home to a 33' mural by Victor Arnautoff, a protege of Diego Rivera, and stained glass windows by Willemina Ogterop, the first woman stained glass […]
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“Face of God” Contemplative Prayer
“Face of God” Contemplative Prayer
Join Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy and Sister Celeste Crine in an hour of contemplative prayer as we ready ourselves for Easter.
Physicians Organizing Committee: A History of the Frontline Battles for Ethical Medical Care
Physicians Organizing Committee: A History of the Frontline Battles for Ethical Medical Care
Come hear a presentation by Physicians Organizing Committee on the history of fighting for ethical medical and mental health care in the Bay area. Find out what you as a health care consumer can do to improve or move our health care system in the right direction. Sponsored by Christ […]
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Christian Meditation Day
Christian Meditation Day
Join members of the Hesed Christian Meditation community. No prior experience is required
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BENEFIT CONCERT FOR CONGOLESE REFUGEE FAMILY
BENEFIT CONCERT FOR CONGOLESE REFUGEE FAMILY
BENEFIT CONCERT FOR CONGOLESE REFUGEE FAMILY WITH DON KEEBLE AND SPECIAL GUEST DAVE NACHMANOFF MARCH 17, 2019 DOORS 2:30, SHOW 3:00 ADMISSION IS FREE, LOVE OFFERING WILL BE TAKEN LAFAYETTE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FELLOWSHIP HALL 955 MORAGA ROAD, LAFAYETTE CA Come hear Don perform songs from his new CD, “Do […]
Sunday Pasta Dinner at San Damiano Retreat
Sunday Pasta Dinner at San Damiano Retreat
Enjoy a family style meal at beautiful San Damiano Retreat. Adults $20; Kids 12 and under $10.
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7th Annual FAITH, FOOD, & FARMS CONFERENCE
7th Annual FAITH, FOOD, & FARMS CONFERENCE
7th Annual FAITH, FOOD, & FARMS CONFERENCE RICHMOND, CA | MARCH 19, 2019 Richmond Memorial Convention Center Bermuda Room | 2:30-7:30 PM Join secular and faith based-leaders advancing food security and sustainable agriculture! Workshops: partnerships with local farms and congregations, sustainable food policy advocacy, reducing food waste, and more! Dinner with […]
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Life Worth Living Series and Day Retreat at LOPC
Life Worth Living Series and Day Retreat at LOPC
Life Worth Living Thursday evenings, March 21 to May 9, 6:30-9:30 (excluding April 18) and all-day retreat on March 30 at Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church What does it mean for a life to go well? What do I need to do to lead a life worth living? What does it mean […]
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Ring of Solidarity – #TurnToLove for New Zealand
Ring of Solidarity – #TurnToLove for New Zealand
Ring of Solidarity – #TurnToLove for New Zealand Friday, March 22nd2019 Walnut Creek Islamic Center 2449 Buena Vista Ave., W.C. Arrive between 12:45 and 1:00 pm. (please carpool and park on the street or at the Chinese Church across the street) Prayers begin at 1:30 for those who desire to […]
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Martinez CERT Training
Martinez CERT Training
Are You Ready to Help Your Family & Neighborhood? Don't be Scared... Be Prepared! FREE CLASSES – SPRING 2019 CERT Basic Training - 20 Hour Course CERT Basic Training – Saturday Morning Series 8 AM - 1 PM on March 23, 30, April 6, 13 Martinez City Council Chambers, 525 […]
Say Something Workshop: How to Help a Friend or Family Member Living with Domestic Violence
Say Something Workshop: How to Help a Friend or Family Member Living with Domestic Violence
Nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this adds up to more than 10 million women and men. Come learn how to listen, talk and take action when someone you care about is being abused. Workshop Facilitator ~ Rev. Michele […]
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Naming the Unnameable: New (and Ancient) Names for God
Naming the Unnameable: New (and Ancient) Names for God
A Workshop by Matthew Fox What archetypes rising today allow us to access the Sacred? What Names for the Divine can most readily stir us at this time in history to wake up, let go, give birth, and work generously, diligently, courageously for the survival of our species and of […]
Presidio Chapel Open House/Docent Tour
Presidio Chapel Open House/Docent Tour
Visit the historic Spanish Colonial Revival style Presidio Chapel, built by the Army in 1931, with a breathtaking view of San Francisco Bay. It is home to a 33' mural by Victor Arnautoff, a protege of Diego Rivera, and stained glass windows by Willemina Ogterop, the first woman stained glass […]
Immigration Day of Learning
Immigration Day of Learning
Immigration Day of Learning Hosted by Temple Isaiah (along with RAC-CA, JCRC, JFCS, Stand Together! and Under One Tent) An Afternoon of Learning & Commitment to the Establishment of Humane Immigration Policies Sunday, March 24 from 1:30 – 5 pm Temple Isaiah Social Hall, 945 Risa Road, Lafayette For Jews, the […]
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“All Shall Be Well” Julian of Norwich Retreat
In this Lenten Retreat, Veronica Mary Rolf will guide us through Julian’s Revelations concerning Christ’s unconditional love, his lack of wrath or blame, his transformation of all suffering and death, and his sublime teachings on prayer. We will also delve into Julian’s ground-breaking mystical theology of the motherhood of God […]
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The Passion of St. Francis, a Musical with James Twyman
The Passion of St. Francis, a Musical with James Twyman
A One-Man Musical Based on the World’s Most Popular Saint! Enjoy the performance of James Twyman, followed by discussion of St. Francis and how his message applies to us now. Imagine having a time machine to bring St. Francis of Assisi into this modern world, even for one hour. What would […]
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Unity & Diversity Countering Islamophobia Rally
Unity & Diversity Countering Islamophobia Rally
NCIC Islamophobia rally 2019 flyer Facebook Event
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“Unwrapping the Gift of Forgiveness” seminar
“Unwrapping the Gift of Forgiveness” seminar presented by Steve Diehl, director of Forgiveness Ministries. April 5-6, 2019 Walnut Creek Friends Church 1950 1st Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (925) 935-7530 ADVANCE REGISTRATION First person in a family....$50 Each additional person in same family...$35 (The deadline is Monday, April 1, […]
LifeSHIFT: Work & the Christian Journey
Life is about facing and managing change—career, personal, family, spiritual. This retreat is an opportunity to reflect on your life and your faith, exploring avenues for new opportunities. You will engage practical career transition content, poetry, and prayer which will allow you to begin clarifying vocational needs and goals. Your […]
Concerts at the Presidio – “Chamber Music Soiree”
Concerts at the Presidio – “Chamber Music Soiree”
Virtuosic chamber ensemble The Bach Trio (violinist Pierce Wang, cellist Ryan Har and pianist Josephine Chan) of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music's Pre-College Division returns to the intimate environs of the historic Presidio Chapel to perform works of Dvorak, Beethoven and Shostakovich. Joining them on the program is gifted […]
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Contemporary American Paganisms: Witchcraft/Wicca, Druidry & Heathenry with Macha NightMare
Contemporary American Paganisms: Witchcraft/Wicca, Druidry & Heathenry with Macha NightMare
Contemporary American Paganisms: Witchcraft/Wicca, Druidry & Heathenry with Macha NightMare Saturday, April 6th – 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Unity Walnut Creek 1871 Geary Rd., Walnut Creek (Treat Blvd. exit) Aline O’Brien (M. Macha NightMare), ritualist, author, and activist, co-authored of The Pagan Book of Living and Dying and serves on […]
CA Poor People’s Campaign presents A Poor People’s Hearing on Homelessness, Mass Incarceration and the Criminalization of Poverty
CA Poor People’s Campaign presents A Poor People’s Hearing on Homelessness, Mass Incarceration and the Criminalization of Poverty
CA Poor People's Campaign presents A Poor People's Hearing on Homelessness, Mass Incarceration and the Criminalization of Poverty Saturday, April 6th from 2-4 pm Taylor Memorial United Methodist Church 1188 12th Street, Oakland Poor People's Campaign: A national Call for Moral Revival organized by California Poor People's Campaign Bay Area. […]