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Arlington Community Church

52 Arlington Avenue, Kensington, CA

Called to be stewards of creation & to build a just society

based upon the inspiration of our faith

Week of May 5, 2024 | Issue: 626

The Week at a Glance

Sunday, May 5

In-Person/Live-Stream Service

10:00 am

Monday, May 6

Choir & Bell Choir Rehearsal

5:00 pm & 6:00 pm

Tuesday, May 7

Checking In & Reaching Out

11:00 am

Sermon Scripture Study

12:00 pm

Wednesday, May 8

Mindfulness Yoga & Meditation

9:30 am & 11:00 am

Mid-Week Sermon Reflection

7:00 pm

Sunday, May 12

In-Person/Live-Stream Service

10:00 am

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This Sunday

On this sixth Sunday of Easter, we're looking at another Spirit-filled story from Acts 10 in which the religious folks are astounded by who receives the gifts of the Spirit. What are our categories of pure and profane? And in what ways are we tempted to be withholders of inclusion or preventers of belonging?

Tim K. Murphy will lead us through this week’s Hymns & diverse musical selections for this week’s Prelude, Communion Distribution, & Postlude. Jeffrey Frederic Paul will lead the ACC Choir & Bell Choir for this week's Special Music & Offertory. Guest musician, David Latulippe, will accompany the ACC Choir on the flute. Susan Francis will be this week’s liturgist & will light the Prayer Candles.

Mollie’s Quinceañera

TOMORROW! Saturday May 4, 5-9 PM

Mollie Fuller is Javier’s and Beatriz’ granddaughter. She is often here at ACC helping Javier. Most recently she was seen washing windows in the social hall.

Mollie is celebrating her 15th birthday with a traditional party for family and friends, and all ACC is invited!

Please RSVP with Nina Harmon as soon as you can!

"May Flowers" Meditation & Labyrinth

Thursday, May 23, 6pm

Join us on Thursday, May 23, from 6 to 7:30pm for an evening of meditation, labyrinth walking, and fellowship. Bring a flower (or choose one when you arrive) to be your meditation companion for the evening. After we walk the labyrinth we’ll share food and fellowship in Social Hall. This is a great event to invite a friend to come along!

Did you know that labyrinths are known for having mental health (and overall health) benefits? Check out this article from WebMD, Labyrinths: Ancient Aid for Modern Stresses and if you haven't walked our labyrinth yet, give it a try, whether with the group or on your own any time!

Love in Action: UCC4Ceasefire

Members of the United Church of Christ have created a public statement advocating for a JUST WORLD FOR ALL by calling for a Permanent Ceasefire in Palestine, and hope to gain 1000 signatures by Pentecost when the statement will be delivered to politicians in Washington DC. You can read the statement and add your name here.

Mindfulness Yoga & Meditation

Wednesdays at 9:30 & 11 AM

It's not too late to join classes this May! Join Mindful Yoga or Meditation Classes by CLCIKING HERE email Wendy directly. Drop-ins are always welcome!

All levels of experience welcome (Sliding scale $10-25 per class)

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.

Meditation 11 AM-12 PM:

Practice moment-to-moment awareness, deepening your capacity to respond to life with resilience, clarity, and heart. Includes a variety of guided meditations, gentle movement and discussion. Chairs available, bring a cushion if you prefer

May Birthdays!

As per the Church Council decision, we're leaving out the dates for various personal and security reasons. So when you send your cards you'll either be early or late. But, hey, we get it. It's the thought that counts.

Happy Birthday everyone!

We're glad you're here and we're on this ride together.

May Birthdays!

Faith Abel

Russell Baker

Helping Helen Winters

Helen Winters is facing some difficulties with mobility due to fractures in her back and ongoing health issues, and could use some support through meals. We are going to begin providing meals for Helen on Tuesdays and Thursdays in April and May. Please help out if you can!

Meals for Helen

"Checking In, Reaching Out"

Tuesday at 11:00 AM

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:

"Show & Tell. Share something special or interesting to you.”

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This Week's Prayer Circle