
Board of Building & Grounds Trustees Meeting
In-person monthly meeting for board members, trustees, and pastor in the Fireside Room.
In-person monthly meeting for board members, trustees, and pastor in the Fireside Room.
Welcome to Arlington Community Church United Church of Christ! We are a community on a spiritual journey together, and we offer a place for souls, bodies, and minds to be nourished. Join us any Sunday at 10 AM for Worship in-person or online!
Check back soon for more details about this Sunday’s 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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage is the newest book by Richard Rohr, and a wonderful companion to our summer focus on justice and mercy. Grab a copy and join us for discussion following worship on August 3rd!
In his first major work since The Universal Christ, Richard Rohr offers a wholehearted and hope-filled model for the world today, grounded in the timeless wisdom of the Hebrew prophets.
How do we live compassionately in a time of violence and despair? What can we do with our private disappointments and the anger we feel in such an unjust world? In his most personal book yet, Richard Rohr turns to the writings of the Jewish prophets, revealing how some of the lesser-read books of the Bible offer us a crucial path forward today.
Read more and Purchase HERE!
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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An opportunity to do your own flower arrangement is coming up! Ikebana (Japanese Flower Arrangement) demonstration and workshop will be held at ACC in August by a local Ikebana teacher. Please bring your own favorite vase (whatever type, shape, size of vase you have will work fine for this event) with any flowers you like to arrange.
Date/Time: Friday, August 8, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: Social Hall
Cost: $15
Teacher: Mena-i sensei is a teacher of Ikenobo Ikebana School. She has been practicing Kado since the 80's, and teaching privately over 20 years.
* Enrollment limited to 10 people.
If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Chieko Chambers. If you don't have Chieko's contact info, please contact Jacob at the office email.
Welcome to Arlington Community Church United Church of Christ! We are a community on a spiritual journey together, and we offer a place for souls, bodies, and minds to be nourished. Join us any Sunday at 10 AM for Worship in-person or online!
Check back soon for more details about this Sunday’s 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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
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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Join us for an afternoon tea as we discuss Justice and Mercy in Buddhism. This is one of our interfaith conversations, but instead of Sunday, this one will be on a Thursday afternoon. As we share tea and refreshments, Pastor Jen will interview Rev. CJ Dunford, Assistant Minister of Berkeley Buddhist Temple and the Buddhist Temple of Marin. The interview will be followed by a time of Q&A and open discussion.
Volunteers are needed to bring varieties of tea and light bites for the event. Please contact Rachel Sing if you're willing to contribute!
Welcome to Arlington Community Church United Church of Christ! We are a community on a spiritual journey together, and we offer a place for souls, bodies, and minds to be nourished. Join us any Sunday at 10 AM for Worship in-person or online!
Check back soon for more details about this Sunday’s 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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
This month’s topic TBA! Check back soon!
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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Film Title TBA!
Please plan to arrive at about 1:30 to allow time to grab your popcorn and settle in before we start the film at 1:45, and, if your schedule allows, linger for a few minutes after to discuss the film.
Welcome to Arlington Community Church United Church of Christ! We are a community on a spiritual journey together, and we offer a place for souls, bodies, and minds to be nourished. Join us any Sunday at 10 AM for Worship in-person or online!
Check back soon for more details about this Sunday’s 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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
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…”
Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 816 6234 5620
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Welcome to Arlington Community Church United Church of Christ! We are a community on a spiritual journey together, and we offer a place for souls, bodies, and minds to be nourished. Join us any Sunday at 10 AM for Worship in-person or online!
Check back soon for more details about this Sunday’s 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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
The ACC Choir rehearses most Mondays from 5:00pm - 6:15pm in the Sanctuary.
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!
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:
"Connections with the Muslim Faith: On Sunday we heard from a Muslim speaker and former Imam. What do Christians share with people of Muslim Faith? What personal connections do you have to Muslim people or the religion of Islam?"
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This Sunday is the first of our interfaith interviews on Justice and Mercy. Pastor Jen will interview Shaykh Elbakri, a former Imam, and the founder and president of the Tawasaw Institute, who will speak to us on the concepts of justice and mercy in the Muslim faith. A trio, Susan Russell, Mae Mars, and Jen Chapman will offer Special Music on Sunday, and Larry Brookes will sing the Offertory. Tim K. Murphy will play the Prelude and Postlude. Ruth Robinson will serve as Liturgist.
Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.
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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
In keeping with Pastor Jen’s focus on justice and mercy this month, the Board of Faith and Spiritual Life offers the film “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
It’s a moving story about a lawyer in the rural south in the 1920’s who takes on the defense of a black man who has been falsely accused of rape. What do we need to fight injustice? Atticus Finch has it: courage, empathy, understanding, hope—even hope in the face of failure. A parallel story tells how he passes this understanding to his children as they deal with their own prejudices and fears.
Please plan to arrive at about 1:30 to allow time to grab your popcorn and settle in before we start the film at 1:45, and, if your schedule allows, linger for a few minutes after to discuss the film.
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:
"July 22 is World Brain Day! What can we do to keep our minds sharp, embrace new challenges, and nourish mental well-being for a brighter and more fulfilling life?”
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Things can end in May and June, and new things can start up soon thereafter. Especially moving to a new location, a new job, a new town or even a new house in the same town.
Have you experienced an important move in your life? How about starting your college life? Maybe you were married in June and left to start your own home.
Let’s see where this topic takes us on Monday, July 21, 10-11am via Zoom.
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This Sunday we'll meditate on the themes of Justice and Mercy through poetry and prayer, with Special Music throughout by Shira Kammen, playing vielle and Medieval harp. Tim K. Murphy will play this week’s Prelude and Postlude. Maria Tupua will serve as our liturgist.
Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.
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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
Monthly meeting of Church Council led by Church Moderator, Nina Harmon. This month’s meeting will take place in-person in the Fireside Room but members can also attend via Zoom. Council meetings are open and guests are always welcome to attend. If you’d like to join via ZOOM please reach out to Jacob in the Office and he can send you the link.
Get ready for a night of laughter, friendly competition, and brain-busting fun at Arlington Community Church's Community Trivia Night! Join us as John Chapman, host of the wildly popular 49ers Rush Podcast, leads 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.
Let’s come together for an evening of community, connection, and a little friendly competition. See you there!
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:
”Prayer…let’s talk about it! What is prayer? What forms of prayer do you practice, and what forms of prayer are you interested in trying or learning more about?”
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Teams make sandwiches at ACC for the GRIP SOUPER CENTER in Richmond every 3rd Tuesday and 5th Thursday of the month. If you’d like to participate sometime, email Joe Pratt. Volunteers also serve lunch at the SOUPER CENTER on Tuesdays from 11:15 AM – 12:45 PM. If you are interested in serving, contact Pastor Jen.
This Sunday is the second in our series on Justice and Mercy. Rev. Aaron Bolerjack will preach on Mercy in the Christian faith, looking at the story of the merciful Samaritan in Luke 10:25-37. Tim K. Murphy will play this week’s Prelude, Offertory, and Postlude. Yusef Malenky will serve as Liturgist.
Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.
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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
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:
"Aspirational Dinner Party - If you could invite three people to dinner (living or dead, real or fictional) who would they be and why?"
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The Pastor-Parish Relations Committee will meet Sunday July 6 after worship. We celebrate all the things that are going well for Jen and for the congregation, and if there are areas that need adjustment, we talk about possible solutions. Of course you are always encouraged to go directly to Jen with your compliments or your concerns. But if you have a comment or question that you would prefer the committee to share, feel free to speak to Tom Dean, Faith Abel, or Sara Laferte.
This Sunday we are kicking off a new series which will feature interfaith conversations around the concepts of justice and mercy. To get us started, Rev. Jen Chapman will preach on justice in the Christian faith, looking at the concept of justice throughout our Christian scriptures. Each week we sing that “justice” is required of us by God, but what does that mean? And how does it relate to the American concept of “liberty and justice for all?” This Sunday’s music will feature Mae Mars on vocals and Tim K. Murphy on piano. Dudley Thompson will serve as Liturgist.
Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.
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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
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:
”Flags & Faith - From Pride flags to American flags, what flags do you fly at home and why (or why not)? What significance does flag-flying have in Christian faith and life?"
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The ACC Choir rehearses most Mondays from 5:00pm - 6:15pm in the Sanctuary.
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!
Everyone in the congregation is encouraged to be at the Invitation & Belonging meeting. Susan Russell will lead us through developing a marketing plan for our church. What do we have to offer? Who doesn't know about us? How do we reach out? What should we do first? Come and talk about it! Bring your coffee with you; snacks will be provided.
This Sunday we are celebrating and renewing our covenant commitment to be an Open & Affirming Church! Rev. Rhina Ramos, NCNC Associate Conference Minister for Justice & Witness and Anti-Racism, will preach and Rev. Jen Chapman will lead the service. We have a wonderful line up of Special Music featuring Our Choir and Bell Choir, directed by Jeffrey Frederic Paul, and accompanied by Tim K. Murphy, with Guest Musicians Holly Whitman, Jacob Day, & Mariko Sarafin. Allan Gardiner will serve as this week’s Liturgist.
Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.
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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
Join us Friday, June 27 for the viewing of Trip to Bountiful. Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role Carrie Watts (Geraldine Page) may be old, but she suffers no shortage of spirit. When her carping daughter-in-law (Carlin Glynn) and overprotective son (John Heard) forbid her to travel alone from Houston to her childhood home in Bountiful, she strikes out anyway. Learning that trains no longer stop there, she takes a bus instead and en route meets a young woman (Rebecca De Mornay) with whom she shares both secrets and memories. Little does she know that her family has alerted the police.
Please plan to arrive at about 1:30 to allow time to grab your popcorn and settle in before we start the film at 1:45, and, if your schedule allows, linger for a few minutes after to discuss the film.
In-person monthly meeting for board members, trustees, and pastor in the Fireside Room.
Let’s have lunch together. If the weather is inviting, we can picnic on the church patio. Bring your lunch – apple and cheese, sandwich, salad, whatever you like to eat. We’ll have water, and maybe homemade lemonade. No RSVP needed, just come when you can.
Connect with your inner wisdom and healing, in community.
Mindful Yoga 9:30-10:30 AM
Relate with kindness to your body and mind through basic yoga poses (modified as needed), breathing practices, and relaxation in a supportive environment. Bring a yoga mat, 2 yoga blocks, and a blanket.
Arlington Community Church 52 Arlington Ave, Kensington, CA
All levels of experience welcome
(Sliding scale $10-25 per class)
About the Instructor:
Wendy Beckerman has been teaching mindfulness meditation and yoga since 1998. She has a passion for living the practices and sharing valuable insights. Her teaching style is clear, calming, and centering. Her students describe her as “intuitive yet grounded,” “compassionate and fully engaged.” Visit eastbayyoga.com to learn more!
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:
“When you’re feeling discouraged, about your life, your community, or the world, how do you navigate your way out of that mindset?”
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The ACC Choir rehearses most Mondays from 5:00pm - 6:15pm in the Sanctuary.
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!
Rev. Julie Stokstad and Rev. Barry Cammer will lead worship this Sunday. Julie’s sermon is all of our Spiritual Journeys and the surprising story about her loss of faith last summer and what has come to replace it. The ACC Choir, led by Jeffrey Frederic Paul, will Provide this week’s Special Music. Jeffrey will also accompany Larry Brookes for this week’s Offertory. Dorothy Streutker will serve as this week’s Liturgist.
Childcare will be available during the service for children ages 2 and up.
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.
https://www.arlingtoncommunitychurchucc.org/virtual-visitor
The Kensington Fire Protection District will be offering its first shredding event this year with us on Saturday June 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This free event is open to all Kensington residents to dispose of excess papers (fire hazards) in your household.
A mobile shredding truck will be parked in our parking lot during the designated time and can destroy all papers on site. There is no limit to the amount of shredding material that you may bring and it is not necessary to remove staples or small paperclips. All paper shredding is recycled by returning it to a paper mill.
If you have any questions about this event, please contact KFPD at (510) 215-4450.
Monthly meeting of Church Council led by Church Moderator, Nina Harmon. This month’s meeting will take place in-person in the Fireside Room but members can also attend via Zoom. Council meetings are open and guests are always welcome to attend. If you’d like to join via ZOOM please reach out to Jacob in the Office and he can send you the link.
Let’s have lunch together. If the weather is inviting, we can picnic on the church patio. Bring your lunch – apple and cheese, sandwich, salad, whatever you like to eat. We’ll have water, and maybe homemade lemonade. No RSVP needed, just come when you can.
Connect with your inner wisdom and healing, in community.
Mindful Yoga 9:30-10:30 AM
Relate with kindness to your body and mind through basic yoga poses (modified as needed), breathing practices, and relaxation in a supportive environment. Bring a yoga mat, 2 yoga blocks, and a blanket.
Arlington Community Church 52 Arlington Ave, Kensington, CA
All levels of experience welcome
(Sliding scale $10-25 per class)
About the Instructor:
Wendy Beckerman has been teaching mindfulness meditation and yoga since 1998. She has a passion for living the practices and sharing valuable insights. Her teaching style is clear, calming, and centering. Her students describe her as “intuitive yet grounded,” “compassionate and fully engaged.” Visit eastbayyoga.com to learn more!
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:
"How can I help? We all want to be helpful when people are going through difficult times, but we're not always sure what to say or do. What is real help? Share times when people's words or offers for help have actually been helpful...and when they haven't!"
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