In a loud and busy season, you are invited to a weekly gathering of quiet and rest. And you don’t even have to leave your home! Aaron Bolerjack will be leading our Midweek Advent Gatherings on Wednesday evenings on Zoom. (For those who have been participating in Midweek Sermon Reflections, this will take the place of those meetings for the month of December.) The hour will include a reading from the “Words for the Beginning” Advent Devotional, prayer, discussion, and listening in silence. 

If you know someone who may also enjoy this gathering of quiet and rest, please invite them to join you! Aaron will be inviting some of his friends to join us and hopes you will do the same. This is a great opportunity to share space with others, near and far! 

The Midweek Advent Gatherings will take place on December 4th, 11th, and 18th at 7pm on Zoom. The Zoom link will be available in the next Parishscope, as well as in our weekly “ACC Links” email.

Click HERE for Advent Gathering Materials

Join Zoom Meeting: 
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Meeting ID: 572 632 2268

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Monthly meeting of Church Council led by Church Moderator, Dudley Thompson via Zoom. Council meetings are open to anyone that would like to attend. Reach out to Eleanor Crump for the link.

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)

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:
”This week's Advent message is ‘Do the Good that is Yours to Do.’ Frederick Buechner said, ‘The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet.’ What good do you think is yours to do right now?”

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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.

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!

Christmas trees are special in many homes.  But lovely as they are…or perhaps a Charlie Brown-type tree – it is the memories we hold as children that seem most vivid.  What do you recall from your childhood about Christmas trees?  Did your family put one up?  

Join us for a discussion on this timely topic.

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Is your heart heavy this holiday season? Whether your grief is personal or national...or if you simply need a moment of quiet rest in the midst of the busy season, join us for a therapeutic afternoon of meditation and nurture on Sunday, Dec. 15th, at 3pm. This event will begin with soft music and candlelight and will feature a guided meditation followed by a sound bath with crystal singing bowls. For the sound bath, you can borrow or bring a yoga mat, recline in a pew, or listen sitting up, whatever is most comfortable for you. (If you've never heard of a sound bath, or aren't sure what it is, here's a quick video on the science behind sound baths and why they are an effective method for relaxation and healing.) After the sound bath, you can walk the labyrinth, enjoy fellowship and refreshments in Social Hall, or linger in the sanctuary for quiet rest. 

This event is free of charge and open to the community. All are welcome. 

The sound bath will be provided by Nicole Reyes of Planted Energy.

On the third Sunday of Advent we light the candle of joy! We'll listen to the voice of the prophet John calling for repentance that leads to fruitfulness, reminding us to do the good that is ours to do. The ACC Ensemble, directed by Tim K. Murphy, will provide the music for this Sunday. Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service.

Stay after church for fellowship and celebrating Jacob's 10 Years at ACC!

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

In a loud and busy season, you are invited to a weekly gathering of quiet and rest. And you don’t even have to leave your home! Aaron Bolerjack will be leading our Midweek Advent Gatherings on Wednesday evenings on Zoom. (For those who have been participating in Midweek Sermon Reflections, this will take the place of those meetings for the month of December.) The hour will include a reading from the “Words for the Beginning” Advent Devotional, prayer, discussion, and listening in silence. 

If you know someone who may also enjoy this gathering of quiet and rest, please invite them to join you! Aaron will be inviting some of his friends to join us and hopes you will do the same. This is a great opportunity to share space with others, near and far! 

The Midweek Advent Gatherings will take place on December 4th, 11th, and 18th at 7pm on Zoom. The Zoom link will be available in the next Parishscope, as well as in our weekly “ACC Links” email.

Click HERE for Advent Gathering Materials

Join Zoom Meeting: 
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/5726322268  

Meeting ID: 572 632 2268

Password: none

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)

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:
"Our Advent theme this week is "We Can't Go Alone." Who has been an unexpected and important companion in your life? Or when was a time someone showed up for you so you wouldn't be alone?"

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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!

Glenna Seely, beloved member of Arlington Community Church, passed away on Sunday October 20 at 11:45 AM. Her daughter, Lisa, was with her and she passed peacefully. Glenna was dearly loved by this congregation and we will honor her with a Celebration of Life on Sunday December 8 at 2PM with a reception to follow.

Click HERE To View Glenna’s
Celebration of Life Bulletin

Click HERE to Watch the Live-Stream

View a Slideshow of Glenna’s Life!

On this second Sunday of Advent, we'll light the candle of peace and explore an unconventional Advent story, the story of Ruth and Naomi, a kind of prequel story to the birth of Jesus. Ruth and Naomi, who have fallen on hard times, choose to stick together against all odds, reminding us that "We Can't Go Alone."

Tim K. Murphy will accompany this week's Hymns and provide this week's Prelude. Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, will lead the ACC Choir for this week's Special Music and accompany soloist, Susan Russell, for this week's Offertory. Pastor Jen will lead Worship and Yusef Malenky will be this week's Liturgist and Light the Prayer Candles.

Stay after church for fellowship and an optional ornament craft with this week's quilt square.

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

In a loud and busy season, you are invited to a weekly gathering of quiet and rest. And you don’t even have to leave your home! Aaron Bolerjack will be leading our Midweek Advent Gatherings on Wednesday evenings on Zoom. (For those who have been participating in Midweek Sermon Reflections, this will take the place of those meetings for the month of December.) The hour will include a reading from the “Words for the Beginning” Advent Devotional, prayer, discussion, and listening in silence. 

If you know someone who may also enjoy this gathering of quiet and rest, please invite them to join you! Aaron will be inviting some of his friends to join us and hopes you will do the same. This is a great opportunity to share space with others, near and far! 

The Midweek Advent Gatherings will take place on December 4th, 11th, and 18th at 7pm on Zoom. The Zoom link will be available in the next Parishscope, as well as in our weekly “ACC Links” email.

Click HERE for Advent Gathering Materials

Join Zoom Meeting: 
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/5726322268  

Meeting ID: 572 632 2268

Password: none

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)

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:
"Words to Live By: What special phrases or words of wisdom have guided you through life?"

Join Zoom Meeting:

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Meeting ID: 816 6234 5620

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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!

Get your coffee and a snack, and come write some Christmas cards with us in the Social Hall after worship.  We’ll send these cards to our friends who can’t be here in person.  It’s not important whether you’ve met these friends in person; we’re all connected in spirit.  Names, addresses, and Christmas cards will be provided.

On this first Sunday of Advent we'll begin our new sermon series, "Words for the Beginning: Advent Reminders for New Seasons," with words of blessing. In Luke 1:26-38, an angel appears to Mary from Galilee with very surprising news! As Mary discovers her favor with God, we'll remember our own and consider God's declaration and invitation, "You Are A Blessing." We'll also light the first Advent candle of hope and celebrate communion.

Our Music Director, Jeffrey Paul, will lead the choir and bell choir as they provide special music for this Sunday. Tim K. Murphy will accompany the choir and play the Prelude and Postlude. We'll close out the service with a Christmas carol and a little extra singing! Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead the service. Caro Grosvener will be the Liturgist.

Join us following worship for fellowship and a Christmas Card Party! We're signing cards for friends of ACC. There will also be "You are a Blessing" notes available, and an ornament craft that goes with this Sunday's theme!

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

Graphic design by Rev. Lauren Wright Pittman | A Sanctified Art LLC | sanctifiedart.org

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

Join us on Saturday, Nov. 30, from 9am to noon as we "Deck the Halls" of the church for Advent!

We'll begin with refreshments, fellowship and a brief centering prayer to bless the work of our hands and begin our Advent journey together.

ACC Bylaws are being updated!

Wondering what our ACC Bylaws are about? How they govern our organization and actions? What’s new in the updated Bylaws? Log into the Zoom Bylaws Spectrum at 5:00pm on Tuesday, November 26 to learn what the Bylaws Committee (Chair Tom Dean, Linda Young, Nina Harmon, and Eleanor Crump) has been up to. We will welcome your questions, comments, and suggestions. To review the Bylaws in advance, please click here.

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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:
"Out of the Box Gratitude: Let's get a little creative as we contemplate what we're grateful for this year. Share about something silly, something new, something unexpected, and/or something ironic (or choose your own out-of-the-box category!)"

Join Zoom Meeting:

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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 Reign of Christ Sunday and the final week of our "Seeing Beyond" series, we'll hear Jesus' challenging message from Matthew 6:25-33 calling us not to worry, but to seek first the kingdom of God. As we look toward Thanksgiving, we'll begin worship with the Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address. After a meditative and reflective beginning, we'll have a little more fun with our 3D glasses and try out another way of "seeing beyond."

Our Choir and Bell Choir, led by Music Director, Jeffrey Frederic Paul, will provide Special Music. For our Prelude and Postlude, Tim K. Murphy will play two pieces from a Navajo pianist and composer, Conner Chee. Rev. Jen Chapman will preach and lead worship, and Susan Yourd will be our Liturgist.

This is the last Sunday of our North Richmond Christmas Giving! Don't forget to bring your donation!

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

Henry Cole (Patrick Stewart) is a celebrated pianist who finds himself increasingly stressed by stage fright late in his decades-long career. What lies beyond a breakdown during a performance before hundreds of concert goers? What’s to be seen, in fact, beyond the breakdown of the life and world you knew? Helen Morrison (Katie Holmes) is a young reporter for The New Yorker who wants to profile Cole as he warily launches his first concert tour in years. Affecting performances, beautiful music, and a light touch in Cole’s comment on a few good things about growing old.

 Coda will be shown in the Fireside Room at Arlington Community Church on Friday, November 22 at 1:30. Of course, there will be popcorn and lemon water, and a short discussion of the film afterward.

Midweek Sermon Reflection will be led with a member of our community serving as the “Spark” for our shared reflections, briefly offering a line or concept in the sermon that was especially resonant or “wondrous” (cause for wondering) for them, to start off our time for everyone to share a personal reflection and/or question and sharpen each other's understandings. This year, the group is facilitated by Susan Francis and Rachel Sing.

Upcoming Sparks:
November 20: Nick Crump

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!

Monthly meeting of Church Council led by Church Moderator, Dudley Thompson via Zoom. Council meetings are open to anyone that would like to attend. Reach out to Eleanor Crump for the link.

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)