One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic:
"TBA…”

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ACC CHOIR

The ACC Choir rehearses most Mondays from 5:00pm - 6:15pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 6:15pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

The Board of Missions and Social Justice will present a movie entitled "The Strike." It is a documentary about what became a statewide hunger strike against the practice of imposing solitary confinement in California prisons. Solitary confinement of over two weeks is considered torture by international standards, yet California and other states impose solitary for months, years, even decades. The practice, renamed "restricted housing" by the CDCR (which changed its name recently to "California Department of Correction and Rehabilitation" from "California Department of Corrections") is currently undergoing reform efforts. These reforms will take significant steps to limit the use of restricted housing to only those situations where an individual has engaged in violence, which present a direct threat to safety and security of staff and population at CDCR’s institutions. Additionally, these reforms will increase access to rehabilitative programming opportunities within these settings. But solitary confinement, no matter what it is called, continues in California and elsewhere. It is important to understand the practice. 

 Join us for this hour and a quarter documentary in the Fireside Room. 

On this second Sunday of Easter we begin a new study of Revelation, a vision of hope for apocalyptic times. How can it help us, today, to see God as “Alpha & Omega,” the beginning and the end? Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service, and Elena Caruthers will serve as Liturgist. The ACC Ensemble, directed by Tim K. Murphy, will provide this week's music.

Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

Click HERE To Preview This Week’s Bulletin!
Click HERE To Begin Live-Stream Worship!

If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor

Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving

During Lent, many of us have been reading Receiving Jesus: The Way of Love by Bishop Mariann Budde. On Wednesday, April 23, at 7pm, we'll gather on Zoom to discuss the book and the spiritual practices Bishop Budde guided us through during the Lenten Season. Pastor Jen will lead the discussion. This will take the place of Midweek Sermon Reflection that evening.

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One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic:
"It's Earth Day! How does the earth give us hope?
And how can we be hopeful for the earth?"

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If you enjoy studying the Bible, join us on Zoom each Tuesday during Lent for Sermon Scripture Study! This Lent we're following the stories of Jesus mostly from the gospel of Luke and exploring the idea of the divine feminine. Join Pastor Jen on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 to 2:30pm to dig into the Scripture with her as she prepares to preach.

4/22, 10am - Revelation 1:4-8

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ACC CHOIR

The ACC Choir rehearses most Mondays from 5:00pm - 6:15pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 6:15pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

Everything is in glorious bloom!  Describe a favorite garden, favorite flower or the like.  Maybe from a different place than Northern California, maybe your own planting experience.  Write about this or just recall and tell us.  Were there fragrances? Colors?  Textures?

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On this Easter Sunday we’re going to do lots of singing and celebrating, leaning hard into the hope of resurrection! We’ll hear the story of the empty tomb from Luke 24. Who could believe a story like that, and what might happen if we did? Pastor Jen will Preach and lead the service and Ruth Robinson will serve as Liturgist.

Our Choir and Bell Choir, directed by Jeffrey Frederic Paul and accompanied by Tim K. Murphy, will provide Special Music. We’ll have Easter goodie bags for kids, and childcare will be available during a portion of the service for children ages 2 and up.

Click HERE To Preview This Week’s Bulletin!
Click HERE To Begin Live-Stream Worship!

If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor

Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving

This is an opportunity to join with our UCC siblings from other Bay Area congregations during Holy Week. This special service will prayerfully connect the story of Good Friday to things happening in our world today. A combined choir, directed by FCCB's Director of Music, Derek Tam, will sing two anthems, and all are welcome to participate. The service will be held at the First Congregational Church of Berkeley at 7pm.

Post Service Fellowship
FCCB will provide decaf coffee, tea and light refreshments after the service. While it's traditional to leave in silence after a Good Friday service, in these times we want to give people an opportunity to connect. Pastor Molly suggests that this gathering "will have the gravity, levity and warmth of a wake--with the added bonus of knowing Jesus is coming alive again!"

Come join us. The meal will be provided.

Soup & Bread: 6 pm in the Social Hall

Click HERE To Preview The Ash Wednesday Bulletin

Aaron Bolerjack, husband, father (of Shiloh), pastor, and history professor, who facilitated a Just Faith series on poverty last fall with a group in our congregation, will join Midweek Sermon Rreflection for the Lenten season. He will provide a contemplative centering activity at the beginning of each session and join in our conversation following the Spark's sharing. Aaron will be the Spark for the final two Wednesdays of Lent, as well.

Upcoming Sparks:
Wed April 9: Aaron Bolerjack
Wed April 16: Aaron Bolerjack

All are welcome, including those who attended service virtually or who happened to miss the sermon.

The sermons can be watched on ACC’s YouTube Channel and are also available in several places on ACC's Website. Digital copies of the sermon are available from Pastor Jen, if you would find it helpful. However, no advance preparation is necessary to participate in our weekly sharing.

We welcome newcomers and look forward to seeing the Wednesday evening regulars and occasional attenders!

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Meeting ID: 846 6491 3468

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If you enjoy studying the Bible, join us on Zoom each Tuesday during Lent for Sermon Scripture Study! This Lent we're following the stories of Jesus mostly from the gospel of Luke and exploring the idea of the divine feminine. Join Pastor Jen on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 to 2:30pm to dig into the Scripture with her as she prepares to preach.

April 15 - Luke 24:1-12

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Meeting ID: 892 8138 0334

Passcode: 733499

One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic:
"We're in Holy Week. What do you make of the whole Jesus crucifixion and resurrection story?"

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ACC CHOIR

The ACC Choir rehearses most Mondays from 5:00pm - 6:15pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 6:15pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

On this Palm Sunday we’ll follow Jesus on his journey into Jerusalem, looking for signs of the Divine Feminine as we wrap up our Lenten series, “Under Her Wings.” Pastor Jen will preach and lead the service and Dudley Thompson will serve as Liturgist. The ACC Choir will process on this special Sunday, accompanied by Music Director Jeffrey Paul on the organ. Chieko Chambers will provide this week’s Offertory on flute, and special music will be provided by our Choir, and accompanied by Tim K. Murphy who will also play the Prelude and Postlude.

Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

Click HERE To Preview This Week’s Bulletin!
Click HERE To Begin Live-Stream Worship!

If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor

Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving

IMPROVING BALANCE & PREVENTING FALLS: What your doctor didn’t tell you!
Presented by Ernie Adams (FREE 1-hour presentation + 30-minute Q&A)

Poor balance and the fear of falling can drastically affect confidence and your ability to prevent falls.  If you think you have bad balance and can't do anything about it, you're wrong! This presentation will introduce you to new ways to think about balance and give you practical exercises to help yourself. These include:

• ‘Dynamic Sitting’ to wake up your feet, connect to your core, and increase spinal flexibility.

• ‘Flexible Standing’ to sharpen reflexes and integrate visual and vestibular balance senses.

• ‘Easy Walking’ to keep you centered, increase your stride, propulsion and power.

NOTE: Participants will be able to use their walkers, walking sticks, and crutches. They will also have chairs to hold onto while standing. They should not feel obligated to do all exercises, only what feels comfortable and safe. Just listening and possibly doing the sitting exercises can give them a lot of benefit.

Aaron Bolerjack, husband, father (of Shiloh), pastor, and history professor, who facilitated a Just Faith series on poverty last fall with a group in our congregation, will join Midweek Sermon Rreflection for the Lenten season. He will provide a contemplative centering activity at the beginning of each session and join in our conversation following the Spark's sharing. Aaron will be the Spark for the final two Wednesdays of Lent, as well.

Upcoming Sparks:
Wed April 9: Aaron Bolerjack
Wed April 16: Aaron Bolerjack

All are welcome, including those who attended service virtually or who happened to miss the sermon.

The sermons can be watched on ACC’s YouTube Channel and are also available in several places on ACC's Website. Digital copies of the sermon are available from Pastor Jen, if you would find it helpful. However, no advance preparation is necessary to participate in our weekly sharing.

We welcome newcomers and look forward to seeing the Wednesday evening regulars and occasional attenders!

Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 846 6491 3468

Passcode: 414097

If you enjoy studying the Bible, join us on Zoom each Tuesday during Lent for Sermon Scripture Study! This Lent we're following the stories of Jesus mostly from the gospel of Luke and exploring the idea of the divine feminine. Join Pastor Jen on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 to 2:30pm to dig into the Scripture with her as she prepares to preach.

April 8 - Luke 19:28-40
April 15 - Luke 24:1-12

Join Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 892 8138 0334

Passcode: 733499

One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic:
"It's National Library Week! What role has the library played in your life? What impact might federal funding cuts have on our libraries and why does that matter?"

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ACC CHOIR

The ACC Choir rehearses most Mondays from 5:00pm - 6:15pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 6:15pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

Check back soon for more details!

On this fifth Sunday of Lent, we join Mary, Martha, and Lazarus for their own last supper with Jesus. Mary used burial oil to anoint Jesus’ feet, wiping it with her hair. Her actions are easy to criticize, but Jesus said to “Let her be.” What insight does this story give us on Jesus’ relationship to women? Perhaps we can even see in it an embodiment of the Divine Feminine. 

Pastor Jen will preach and lead us in celebrating Holy Communion. Susan Wooton will serve as Liturgist. Elena Caruthers, Anthony Knight, and Chieko Chambers will provide this week’s Offertory. Special music will be provided by The ACC Choir, directed by Jeffrey Paul and accompanied by Tim K. Murphy.

Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

Click HERE To Preview This Week’s Bulletin!
Click HERE To Begin Live-Stream Worship!

If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor

Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving

Let’s make the church entrance and patio look really inviting for Easter!

Come on Saturday, April 5, from 9 to 12. Wear your hat and gloves; it’s a formal event. Bring your favorite tools for weeding, trimming, and sweeping. If you have a bin or a box for dumping, bring that, too!

We’ll have snacks and beverages. All we need is you.

Aaron Bolerjack, husband, father (of Shiloh), pastor, and history professor, who facilitated a Just Faith series on poverty last fall with a group in our congregation, will join Midweek Sermon Rreflection for the Lenten season. He will provide a contemplative centering activity at the beginning of each session and join in our conversation following the Spark's sharing. Aaron will be the Spark for the final two Wednesdays of Lent, as well.

Upcoming Sparks:
Wed April 2: Chieko Chambers
Wed April 9: Aaron Bolerjack
Wed April 16: Aaron Bolerjack

All are welcome, including those who attended service virtually or who happened to miss the sermon.

The sermons can be watched on ACC’s YouTube Channel and are also available in several places on ACC's Website. Digital copies of the sermon are available from Pastor Jen, if you would find it helpful. However, no advance preparation is necessary to participate in our weekly sharing.

We welcome newcomers and look forward to seeing the Wednesday evening regulars and occasional attenders!

Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84664913468?pwd=3sFbZjlcB5hrtl8veuqUWwwkanN2aE.1

Meeting ID: 846 6491 3468

Passcode: 414097

If you enjoy studying the Bible, join us on Zoom each Tuesday during Lent for Sermon Scripture Study! This Lent we're following the stories of Jesus mostly from the gospel of Luke and exploring the idea of the divine feminine. Join Pastor Jen on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 to 2:30pm to dig into the Scripture with her as she prepares to preach.

April 1 - John 12:1-8
April 8 - Luke 19:28-40
April 15 - Luke 24:1-12

Join Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 892 8138 0334

Passcode: 733499

One way of keeping our congregation strong is by staying connected. You are invited to join us every Tuesday morning from 11:00 – Noon for an hour of checking in, sharing, listening and prayer. No experience necessary. Come as you are.

Discussion Topic:
”April Fools! Tell us about your best April Fools prank, or one that went awry! Do you observe or enjoy this annual day of practical jokes? Why or why not?”

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ACC CHOIR

The ACC Choir rehearses most Mondays from 5:00pm - 6:15pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 6:15pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

Interested in joining our choir? Contact our Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, to learn more!

On this fourth Sunday of Lent, we return to a familiar text, one most of us know as the parable of the “Prodigal Son” in Luke 15. As we continue to consider the Divine Feminine, we’ll read a version of this story with a Father and a Mother, and seek to find ourselves in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Parent. Our service will also honor the Transgender Day of Visibility, an international celebration and day of awareness held annually on March 31st. Pastor Jen will lead the service, and Sara Laferte will serve as Liturgist. Special Music will be provided by The ACC Choir, accompanied by Tim K. Murphy. This week’s Offertory will be provided by Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul.

Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

Click HERE To Preview This Week’s Bulletin!
Click HERE To Begin Live-Stream Worship!

If you are unable to attend today's in-person service, simply visit our YouTube channel and look for the Live Stream video link at the top of our page..

Starting promptly at 10 am you'll see the top video as a Live-Stream. Click on the video and you will be able to enjoy the service as it is happening live at ACC! You may need to refresh the page a few times before the live video becomes active.

Visitors, please check in with us at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor

Online giving is easy at:

https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/online-giving