Our Mission: "We are an inclusive Open and Affirming faith community reaching out with love, compassion, and justice."
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Thursday, February 24, 2022
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A Message from Our Pastor and Teacher |
Transfiguration Sunday - February 27, 2022 ~ "Spritual Giants: Belle Hooks"
Similar to COVID-19 and as deadly, racism mutates and remains resistant. Structural racism pervades every aspect of society. Dismantling white supremacy, however, is not solely about what we must tear down. We must ask ourselves, what we must build in its place? The ancient texts of The Gospel of Luke and the modern wisdom of bell hooks, a groundbreaking African-American feminist, invite us to imagine a world free of racism, misogyny, and oppression of every kind.
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Sunday's Scripture
Luke 6: 17-23
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February 27, 2022 ~ Transfiguration Sunday
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Prelude: The Bamboula from Twenty-Four Negro Melodies ..........Lara Urrutia
......................by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor
Welcome and Announcements:..........................Rev. Dr. Jill A. Kirchner-Rose
Responsive Call to Worship:....................................................Sondra Hodson
Opening Hymn:.# 572 When Israel was in Egypt’s Land (vs 1,3,5)
Opening Prayer:........................................................................Sondra Hodson
Childrens' Circle:........................................................................ Ross Mitchell
Joys and Concerns:............................................................. Dr. Kirchner-Rose
Silent and Pastoral Prayer:...................................................Dr. Kirchner-Rose
Special Music:.Standin’ in the Need of Prayer David Cherwin
....................................................................................................Covenant Choir.
Scripture: Luke 6: 17 - 23....................................................
Message: Spiritual Giants: belle hooks...................................Dr. Kirchner-Rose
Offertory:The Angels Changed My Name from Twenty-Four Negro Melodies .................by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor............................................Lara Urrutia
Doxology:.................................................................................,
Prayer of Dedication.................................................................Sondra Hodson
Benediction: ..........................................................................Dr. Kirchner-Rose
Time of Reflection: Twinklin’ by Mary Lou Williams........................Lara Urrutia
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- Prayers for Karen Walsh whose brother, Greg, passed from life to Life.
- Prayers for John Michael Rudik who is in the hospital with pneumonia.
- Prayers for the mother of Beth Welsh, Maggie, who is on end of life care.
- Prayers for Dick Ault who broke his femur and is at Redlands Health Center.
- Rosemary Tuohy requests prayers for her neighbor, Lorenzo and his family. Lorenzo’s house burned down this past week.
- Prayers for Inez Diggs who grieves the loss of her dear friend, Ann
- Prayers for family and friends of Melissa, friend of Beth Welsh, who passed from life to Life.
- Sue Hammond requests prayers for her sister-in-law, Linda, who will begin her bone marrow transplant for multiple myeloma cancer.
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The Celebration of Life service for Marilyn Richter-Bradley will take place on Saturday, February 26th at noon in the Sanctuary.
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Prayers for Cid Breyer who fell and broke her femur in several places. She would welcome calls and cards! You may send cards to her home.
- Jennifer Brainerd requests prayers for her father, Gary, who is in the hospital with extreme confusion and agitation. Cause unknown.
- Kenneth Lee requests prayers for his mother, Melinda, who has had complications following surgery.
- Debra Van Engelen and Mark Janz request prayers for grandson, Johnathan, who is in the army stationed in Germany during this time of Russian build-up outside Ukraine.
- Prayers for Maegan Hill who faces challenges with MS.
- Val McGlasson requests prayers for her sister and nephew who are in need of housing.
- Prayers for Cynthia McGuigan who faces complications with her chemotherapy treatments. Cynthia and medical staff are determining next steps.
- Jolene Barrow requests prayers for her mother, Karen Barrow, who has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and is in significant pain.
- Rosemary Tuohy requests prayers for her friend Holly, who is recovering from surgery.
- Prayers for Beth Welsh as she recovers from a back injury.
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Prayers for Eleanor Kemp who broke her hip and is recuperating at Mission Commons.
- Cid Breyer requests prayers for her sister in law, Karen, who is going through chemo and radiation for blood / bone cancer.
- Prayers for Carole Beswick who is recovering from partial knee replacement surgery.
- Prayers for Marcia Taack who is recovering from knee replacement surgery and has been diagnosed with cellulitis.
- Prayers for Glenda Bates, friend of Gretchen Andrews, who has been diagnosed with operable pancreatic cancer
- Prayers for Carole Wesson who is currently in the Health Facility at Plymouth Village.
- Prayers for Richard Ault who broke his hip and is now home recovering.
- Prayers for Bob Sheets who is recovering from eye surgery.
- Prayers for Eber, brother of Lara Urrutia, who is undergoing tests for a mass in his neck.
- Prayers for Lisa, friend of Beth Welsh, who is recovering from emergency surgery.
- Johanna Ballard requests healing prayers for her dear friend, Lana.
- Prayers for Burt, family member of Johanna Ballard, who is facing severe health challenges.
- Eliza Ames requests prayers for her brother Coyne who is hospitalized and is very ill.
- Beth Welsh requests prayers for her brother, Michael, who is recovering from surgery following a work accident.
Ongoing Concerns:
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Joe Adcock, family member of Mary Mortensen
Anden, nephew of Michelle McNevin
Jerry Andrews
Jeff Bonadiman
Les Budai
Burt, family member of Johanna Ballard
Diane Campbell
Diane, Sister-in-Law of Heather King
Dave, brother of Johanna Ballard
Carol Chaney
Caroline, mother of Karen Blad
Claudine, grandmother of Paul & Dantae Welsh
Precia Gwenhwyfer Courtney-Hveen
Cousin of Rick Cruz
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Norma Erickson
Michael Flores
Betty Gayle
Emma Grimauld
Katia Hage
Beki Hill
Jody Hoelle
Harriet Holt, Beki Hill's mother
Mark Alan Johnson, friend of Nancy Hotaling
Susi Jacobsen
Kim Johnson, friend of Gretchen Andrews
Jenny, Sister of Jules Rattray
Emily Jones
Hank Kirchner
Amber McGuigan
Sara Montez
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Bill McIntyre
Maria Montano
Carmen & Jim Neafsey
Ryan and Evan Paul
Rick Peetz, Sr.
Kristin Farmer Preslica
Nancy Rojas
Adolph Romero
Joan Roth
Spencer, friend of Stacey Greene
Miguel Sewer
Doris Stockton, Kathi Roth's Grandmother
Heather Tee
Arika Torres
Rosemary Tuohy
Vasquez Family
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Special note regarding the Prayer List: Please review the list for any prayer requests you made that are outdated or that may be removed. Please notify both [email protected] and [email protected] of any changes that are needed. Thank you. |
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Reflection of the Week from the Racial Justice Team |
Virginia’s slaveholding elite had grown paranoid. Fears of enslaved people plotting and executing revolts ran rampant, and an alliance between the British and the enslaved men and women who the white colonists already feared would seek every opportunity to slit their throats proved too much. The specter of their most valuable property absconding to take up arms against them “did more than any other British measure to spur uncommitted white Americans into the camp of rebellion” … And yet none of this is part of our founding mythology, which conveniently omits the fact that one of the primary reasons some of the colonists decided to declare their independence from Britain was because they wanted to protect the institution of slavery … For this duplicity–claiming they were fighting for freedom while enslaving a fifth of the people–the Patriots faced burning criticism both at home and abroad.
Excerpt from “The 1619 Project” by Nikole Hannah-Jones, Ch. 1, p. 16.
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From the Environmental Justice Team |
The Migratory Bird Conservation Partnership, including Audubon California, Point Blue Conservation Science, and The Nature Conservancy just released a new StoryMap to demonstrate why the Great Central Valley is key to 30x30 success. Explore the story map now.
What is 30x30? In 2020, Governor Newsom signed a groundbreaking Executive Order to protect 30% of California’s lands and waters by 2030. This goal aims to protect biodiversity, build resilience to climate change, and ensure equitable access to nature for all Californians.
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Seekers Begin New Book this Sunday |
Seekers will move on to "We Walk the Path Together: Learning from Thich Nhat Hanh & Meister Eckhart" next Sunday, February 27th.
If you were unable to attend church last Sunday, I urge you to watch the servicet on YouTube. Jill preached on the "Spiritual Giant: Thich Nhat Hanh" which gave a great overview of his life and teachings. We hope that this sermon may entice new members to join our group.
I'm looking forward to getting back to regular meetings with no further disruptions. See you Sunday.
Nan Root
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Sunday Afternoon Mah Jongg! |
Have you ever wanted to learn to play Mah Jongg? Do you already know how to play? Please join our Sunday Afternoon Mah Jongg group. Players of any skill level are welcome. Claudia Tolar is teaching the basics of the game to all beginners. Johanna Ballard, Heather Abushanab, and Ken Tolar are helping by coaching those who can play, but are not yet experienced. And there will be tables for those who already know and enjoy the game. Mah Jongg is a game that can take a few weeks to learn, but we are confident that anyone can learn to love the game! If you already own a Mah Jongg set or a 2021 playing card(s), please bring them along.
We will gather on the patio when the weather is good and in the fellowship hall when needed. Enjoy a bit of Fellowship hour and then migrate over to play from about 12-2 each Sunday for the next several weeks. After a few weeks, we will decide if we want to make this a regular event. You can come every week or just once in a while.
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Silent Retreat - May 12-15 |
Each year a group from RUCC participates in a weekend long silent retreat. Silent retreats help us to slow down, enjoy nature, and listen to the wisdom of the Divine. This year our silent retreat will take place in Los Altos.
When: May 12 – 15
Cost: $495 for three nights with your personal bedroom, personal bathroom, and 3 meals a day.
RUCC has reserved 12 spaces for this Silent Retreat. If you are interested in attending or have questions, please contact Pastor Jill, [email protected]. Scholarships are available.
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As we try to re emerge from two years of solitary confinement, working outside in the garden can be a great first step. Plenty of fresh air, people close enough to chat, but not too close so it feels pretty safe. No experience needed. RUCC supplies water, you let us know what you want to plant and help is available to figure out what will work for you.
There will be a couple of garden clean up days to get ready - this Saturday, February 26th, 8:30 to 11 and March 12th 8:00 to 10 and after the Nature Fair depending on weather. Many hands make little work. It's great to grow your own veggies - nothing tastes better than fresh from the garden tomatoes or cucumbers or whatever your favorites are. Please join us! More information - text/call Gretchen 951-533-3606.
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Our first discussion session for the 1619 Project is coming up! Monday, February 28 at 5 p.m., online.
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We will discuss the section entitled “Church.” This section is a very manageable length and it also concludes with two beautiful and inspirational poems which we will read closely together.
RUCC has copies of this book which you may borrow: contact [email protected] if you would like to borrow a copy.
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LENT EVENTS
at Redlands United Church of Christ
Ash Wednesday, March 2
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"Ashes on the Go" at Ed Hales Park - noon to 1:00 p.m.
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Ash Wednesday Taize Service 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Mid Week Lenten Study Begins March 9
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Our first Lenten Series meeting will be held online on Wednesday, March 9, at 6:00 p.m. (Subsequent meetings may take place in person). Rick Sforza will be the discussion leader. He will guide us through an exploration of the mystic Howerd Thurman and lead us in activities which will bring us closer to the spiritual legacy of this famous mystic. This year for Lenten Series we are using a book as our starting point: The Mystic In You: Discovering a God-Filled World by Bruce Epperly.
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If you would like to borrow a copy of The Mystic in You, please contact [email protected].
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Also, please note: THIS IS AN INTERGENERATIONAL ACTIVITY! We encourage families to attend with their children as we learn and pray in fellowship together.
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Adults and kids will begin the meeting together for the first few minutes—then kids grades 6 and below will go into a breakout room with Miss Susi. (Youth in Grades 7 and above will remain with the main group.)
- Please join us as we have fun together while we learn about what it means to be “mystical”!
Maundy Thursday
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Seder Dinner -There are tentative plans for a Seder Dinner on Thursday, April14. More will be announced later.
Good Friday
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Community Good Friday Service - April 15 - Details to be announced
Easter Sunday
- April 17 -Gala Easter Service with Trumpets and Brass! - 10:30 a.m.
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What do we have planned for the 2022 RUCC Family Nature Fair on March 12? |
Lots of fun activities for kids of all ages:
- Provide a habitat for local Bewick's wrens: decorate a wren house to take home with you to place in your own yard or patio.
- Learn about snakes with a live demonstration.
- Learn what we can do to help our native bees survive and thrive.
- Janet Chaney from Opposum Love-Rescue and Rehabilitation will be on hand to share information and show us a live opposum.
- ...and much more!
The event is free, but pre-registration is required so we make sure to have enough materials on hand. Invite your friends to join us!
Follow this link to register:
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UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER |
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February 26 - Memorial Service for Marilyn Richter Bradley - 12 p.m. in the Sanctuary
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February 28 - First on-line discussion of 1619 Project
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March 2 - Ash Wednesday - "Ashes on the Go" noon to 1 p.m. at Ed Hales Park. Taize Service 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary
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March 5 - Sacred Saturday
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March 7 - 5 p.m. - Transgender support group - hybrid--in person and on Zoom.
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March 9 - Lenten Series begins. See article above for details.
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March 12 - Family Nature Fun - See article above for details.
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March 19 - Board Retreat
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May 12 - 15 - Silent Retreat
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Sunday, February 27
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9:15 a.m. Seekers. in the Founders' Room. Wear your mask!
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In-person Worship Service, also on YouTube, Fellowship time on the Patio
Monday, February 28
Tuesday, March 1
- 5 p.m. Bible study on Zoom
Wednesday, March 2
- 12 p.m. "The Pastor is In" on Zoom
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Thursday, March 3
Friday, March 4
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7 p.m. Closed women's AA meeting in the Founders' Room. Masks required.
Saturday, March 5
Sunday, March 6
- 9:15 a.m. Seekers
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10:30 a.m. Worship Service - In-person and on YouTube. Fellowship time on the Patio.
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RUCC Staff
Senior Pastor: Rev. Dr. Jill Kirchner-Rose
Honorary Minister of Arts and Worship: Rev. Erin Beardemphl
Music Director: Jim Tong
Accompanist: Sophia Ohanian
Children's Education Director: Susi Jacobsen
Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries: Vacant
Office and Facilities Manager: Karen Hester
Child Care: Joette Orman
Phone: (909) 793-3520
Staff and Other Emails
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