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 Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

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

Easter Sunday Celebration

Join us on Easter Sunday as we celebrate the gift of life! This special service for all ages will feature joyful traditional hymns, an engaging and interactive "Moment for the Young & Young at Heart," special music from our choir and a guest cellist, as well as our bell choir. We'll have goody bags for children, and childcare will be available during a portion of the service. Please join us for refreshments in our Social Hall following the service!

The Easter story is set in a garden, so this year, as we’ve been focussing on the earth and connecting with creation, we’re going to really lean into the garden setting and try to bring it to life by filling the front of the sanctuary with plants! Please bring a potted plant from your home or garden on Easter Sunday (or two, or three…however many you can comfortably transport!). When you arrive, simply place your plant(s) at the front of the sanctuary to help create our very own ACC garden! Then, take your plant(s) back home after the service.

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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:

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Join us on Thursday of Holy Week for a potluck dinner of soup and bread combined with a special service for Maundy Thursday in Social Hall. We’ll begin the evening remembering Jesus' last supper with his disciples and the command to "love one another" as we share food and fellowship around tables. Then, we’ll begin the transition into the story of Good Friday, holding space for grief, but finding strength in community and hope in the promises of our faith and the persistence of life.  

The service will begin at 6pm and end around 7:30pm.

We will begin eating around 6:15pm.

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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:
"TBA…”


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ACC CHOIR

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

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

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

On this Palm Sunday, we’ll consider the role of creation in the story of Jesus entering Jerusalem, from branches to donkeys to seeds. We’ll explore the symbolism in the branches, in this ancient story and today. And as we reflect on another weekend of “No Kings” protests across the country we’ll see what our Scriptures, and the branches we wave, say about what kind of leadership we long for, and what kind of “kingdom” Jesus brings.

We’ll enjoy special music this Sunday from our choir and bell choir, directed by Jeffrey Frederick Paul, and accompanied by Tim K. Murphy. Faith Abel will serve as liturgist, and Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

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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:

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"Be still and know that I am God"
- Psalm 46:10

Please plan to join us as we gather in meditative contemplation from 10:00 until 11:00 on Saturday in the Sanctuary.

Join us on Friday, March 27, as we lean into Lent, and prepare for Easter with a fun film set in the land and times of Jesus, but with a comedic twist: two cons try to exploit the rising popularity of this rumored messiah, only to find that maybe the miracles are all too real. Enjoy outstanding performances from Lakeith Stanfield and Teyana Taylor (this year Oscar nomination for Best supporting actress). 2023 Director: The Bullitts Producer: Tendo Nagenda, Jay-Z, James Lassiter, Garrett Grant, The Bullitts, Jeymes Samuel

Length: 129 min.

 Fireside Room at ACC
1:30 pm--popcorn social; screening at 1:45 pm
Join us for lively discussion afterwards

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 Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

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

On this Fifth Sunday of Lent, in the midst of dry valleys, death, and destruction, we’ll listen for prophetic voices, leaning into hope instead of fear. There is plenty of bad news when it comes to the care of our planet, but there is good news too! So as we explore the story of Lazarus’ resurrection we’ll mourn with Martha, Mary, and Jesus over the reality of death, but also look for signs of life, asking God to breathe new life into us so we can rise up like the dry bones in Ezekiel 37.

Cheiko Chambers will play her flute, accompanied by music director, Jeffrey Frederick Paul, and we’ll enjoy special music from our choir, accompanied by Tim K. Murphy. Susan Russell will serve as liturgist, and Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up. 

Click HERE To Preview This Week’s Bulletin!
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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:

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Online giving is easy at:

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

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 Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

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

Packing up and Moving On
|Most of us have moved households at least one time in our lives.  For this month’s discussion, think about what you miss from one of these moves.  Maybe it was a specific view or garden, maybe a good neighbor.  Maybe you didn’t know you would miss it until you had already moved!

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On this fourth Sunday of Lent, guest pastor Rev. Julie Stokstad will reflect on healing—of the earth, in connection with our Lenten study, and of our communities and ourselves. In biblical times, people struggled to understand how healing could occur. In much the same way, people today sometimes find it hard to accept that healing is part of God’s work in the world.

Tim K. Murphy will lead us through this week's Hymns and Special Music selections from the ACC Ensemble. Dea Harrell will serve as Liturgist. Thanks to Rev. Julie Stokstad who will lead the service while Pastor Jen is out sick. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

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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

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 Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

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

On this Third Sunday of Lent we’ll explore the intersection of creation justice and other justice issues. We’ll hear from Terry Lovett, a local mother turned activist after her son, Jalani, died during his incarceration. As the Israelites thirsted in the wilderness and the Samaritan woman longed for living water, we too will lean into our longings for justice and life. 

We’ll enjoy special music this Sunday from our Choir, and a duet by Elise Cheval and our music director, Jeffrey Frederick Paul, accompanied by Tim K. Murphy. Sara Laferte will serve as Liturgist, and Rev. Jen Chapman will lead the service.Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

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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:

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Death doulas, also known as end-of-life doula or death midwives, provide non-medical support to both the dying person and their family. Doulas provide emotional, spiritual, and physical support at an intensely personal and crucial time. They assist people in finding meaning and planning for how the last days will unfold. Doulas also guide and support loved ones through the last days of life and ease the suffering of grief in its early stages. This emotional support can make all the difference for a dying person and the family facing a loss.

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:
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ACC CHOIR

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

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

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

On this Second Sunday of Lent we’ll welcome Rev. Dr. Brit Bolerjack, author of our Lenten study book, “Earth for Lent,” who will preach on the story of an important meeting under the starry night sky between Jesus and Nicodemus. We’ll enjoy special music this Sunday from our Choir, directed by Jeffrey Frederick Paul and accompanied by Tim K. Murphy who will provide this week’s Prelude, Communion Distribution, and Postlude. Jeffrey will also provide this week’s Offertory. Jan Kosel will serve as Liturgist, and Rev. Aaron Bolerjack will lead the service, which will include Holy Communion. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.

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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:

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Join us on Friday, February 27, as we celebrate Black History month and the power of song, in Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised),. Directed by Questlove, Hal Tulchin. Winner of the Academy Award for Best Documentary, 2021.

Over the course of six weeks during the summer of 1969, thousands of people attended the Harlem Cultural Festival to celebrate Black history, culture, music and fashion. Unforgettable, uplifting, powerful performances.

 Fireside Room at ACC
1:30 pm--popcorn and brief introduction of film; screening at 1:45 pm
Join us for lively discussion afterwards

Get ready for a night of laughter, friendly competition, and brain-busting fun at Community Trivia Night! John Chapman, host of the wildly popular 49ers Rush Podcast, will lead us through an evening of engaging trivia that spans pop culture, history, sports, and more.

Come with a team or fly solo! Whether you're bringing your trivia dream team or showing up on your own, we've got you covered. Solo guests will be matched with others to form teams!

Win fun prizes! Top teams will take home exciting prizes, bragging rights, and the coveted title of Trivia Champs!

Snacks provided! Enjoy light refreshments and a welcoming, all-ages atmosphere perfect for families, friends, and neighbors.

This is the place to be for an evening of community, connection, and a little friendly competition. See you Tuesday!

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 Mondays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

BELL CHOIR

The ACC Bell Choir rehearses from 7:15pm - 8:00pm in the Sanctuary.

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

On February 22, we'll gather to discuss Satsuki Ina's powerful memoir The Poet and the Silk Girl, which tells the story of her parents' incarceration in American concentration camps during World War II. Born herself at the Tule Lake War Relocation Center, Dr. Ina weaves together her mother's diary, her father's haiku, and smuggled letters to reveal both the brutality of that injustice and her family's resilience. But this isn't only a historical discussion. Dr. Ina, a trauma therapist and co-founder of Tsuru for Solidarity, explicitly connects her family's experience to contemporary mass detention at our borders and the separation of migrant children from their families. We'll explore what these parallel injustices reveal about complicity, witness, and faithful response. When the state dehumanizes people—whether as "enemy aliens" then or "illegals" now—what does our faith require of us? How do we move from empathy to action, from comfortable distance to costly solidarity? 

For an introduction to Dr. Ina, see on YouTube, 'We need to speak up': Rachel Maddow sits down with Japanese-American incarceration camp survivor, Dr. Satsuki Ina.

Join us, even if you don’t have time to read the book. Nick and Eleanor Crump will lead the discussion on Sunday, February 22, in the Fireside Room.

How to get the book:
Amazon: hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
Heyday Press: Paperback and Hardcover
Kensington Library: e-book available as well as hardcopy available through Link plus service, where Contra Costa County Libraries borrow the book from other library systems in California.

On this First Sunday of Lent we’ll spend some time in the garden with God, digging into the second story of creation in Genesis chapter 2 and 3. Have you ever wondered what was so bad about eating fruit from the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil? This story about the “forbidden fruit” has been used in harmful ways, so we’ll do our best to set those interpretations aside and hear the story anew, with open hearts and minds. 

We’re excited to welcome Desmond Hartigan-O’Connor, a young organist who has been practicing on our church organ, as he plays our Offertory this Sunday. We’ll also enjoy Special Music from our Choir, directed by Jeffrey Frederick Paul and accompanied by Tim K. Murphy. Elena Caruthers will serve as Liturgist, and Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service. Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up. 

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Spectrum: Book Discussion
Join us after the service in the Fireside Room to discuss The Poet and the Silk Girl: A Memoir of Love, Imprisonment, and Protest by Satsuki Ina

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:

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We have been invited to join our sister churches, Sycamore Congregational Church and Berkeley Chinese Community Church for their co-sponsored Ash Wednesday service this year. The service will be at 3pm on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18th, at Sycamore Congregational Church UCC. Parking is available on the Sycamore site.