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Worship This Sunday
May 10, 10:30 am
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Acts 17:22-28, John 14:15-17, 25-27
The Hope That Is In Us
Sermon by Pastor Dave
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For those unable to join us in person, there will be a live videocast of the worship service at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays.
Go to the church's website, or use one of the links below.
If you miss the live service, you can find it archived on YouTube.
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Second Sunday Student Lunch
May 10, right after worship, we'll have our monthly luncheon for college students and young adults (18-26). It starts around Noon in the “Upper Room” of the Education Building. Good food, friends, conversation and, this month, we'll be organizing for the Pride parade and festival on Sunday, June 7.
For additional information, contact PastorDave@PeaceUnited.org.
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If you celebrate a May birthday or just want some extra Sunday celebratory time, join us this Sunday, the 10th, for Birthday Blessings during Worship. We want to honor YOU!
These Friends Have May Birthdays!
Karen Cozza, Devon Obert, Michelle Miracle, Carole Beckett, Mary Jo May, Suzanne McLean
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The Vera Taylor Scholarship Committee is accepting applications from church members for scholarships for 2026-2027.
You can learn more about the program here: https://www.peaceunited.org/verataylor
Who can apply?
If you are a full-time student or planning to become one, and have been a member of Peace United Church of Christ for at least one year, you are eligible to apply for the Vera Taylor Scholarship.
Qualifications:
Attend a college or university or an accredited vocational school, such as culinary arts, dental hygiene, or the like, in an undergraduate or graduate-level program.
For Mini-grants to learn or enhance skills and strategies for church or community outreach activities by taking training in a program that leads to a certificate or degree for such things but not limited to Hospice, elder care, child care, working with homeless persons or prisoners, crisis hotlines and counseling, English as a second language, and immigration support.
Where can I find an application?
Please contact Tammy at VeraTaylorRep@gmail.com to get a link to the online application.
DEADLINE for applications is WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026
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Artwork at Peace United - Linde B. Martin’s Works
Have you wondered about the tryptic of vibrant purple canvases behind the organ? These art pieces were done and donated to Peace United by Linde Martin. She was a well-known artist from Santa Cruz and frequent participant in Santa Cruz Open Studios for many several years.
Born in West Germany in 1930, she moved to California in 1953 and lived in Santa Cruz from 1961 until her passing in 2010. Over the years, her art work has evolved through many stages. “Art is a reflection of the soul, so it grows with you," she has said.
Her unconventional art is not the traditional painterly style, but in her words, ”What I do is hold energy for split seconds on a canvas.” Martin applies paint directly without first mixing colors and uses long knives to make swirls or sweeps as she channels energy directly on to the canvas. She views this creative energy as a universal force.
For Linde Martin “creativity and art are about sharing. Both the viewer and the painter create together.”
“I use abstract painting as a language to communicate our shared experiences and to bring us together as one. The abstraction on the canvas really exists somewhere on this Earth, and we can recognize it. Some people, standing before an abstract painting, will know immediately 'what is it,' while others will take longer to recognize it. And of course, they are seeing their own personal symbols and images.”
Linde said: “I invite you to go into the canvas, and into yourself to see and experience all the wonder, beauty, emotion, and spirit that are there. Even the greatest art is just poor imitation of the divine in the end we have to go to the true source.”
Linde Martin LLC joined Fine Art America where you can view many of her works: Fine Art America
You can view a video as she explains and demonstrates her work on YouTube at this link: Linde Martin on YouTube
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Children, Youth, and Families: Hearts on Fire!
This month our theme is "Hearts on Fire!" It is a nod to Pentecost, which comes later this month.
Fire is a metaphor for passion and this month we are exploring what it means to follow our passions with books focused on individuals who have created beautiful lives following their own passions-- sometimes despite odds and nay-sayers!
This week our story is "Oprah: The Little Speaker" by Carole Boston Weatherford, a great children's book author who focuses on black stories. This story tells about the young life of Oprah Winfrey and how her passion for speaking and words led her to a unique and special life that was unexpected for a black girl from the rural south at that time.
We can all learn from the life of Oprah that sometimes we need to believe in ourselves and our passion more than other people and remain faithful to our vision. Miss Oprah Winfrey has created a big life that gives back and inspires people in many ways. How can we be inspired by Oprah?
You can find this week's story video by clicking this link!
Kids' Night Out is coming up on May 15 from 6 - 8 p.m!
We'll hang out at church, make pizza, play games, do a craft, and share stories about our passions! We hope your kiddos can join us for some Friday Fun!
Contact Joliene for more info: cyf@peaceunited.org
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Piano by Moonlight: Candlelit Evenings of Rest and Reverie
Solo piano music by our own Aidan Santa Cruz every Tuesday night at 7:00 to 9:00 at Peace United. Aidan is heart centered and plays free improvisations inspired by classical, jazz and spiritual traditions.
Come to meditate, relax and let go...on pillows, on the floor, or seated. All are welcome. Suggested Donation - $15-25
For more information please check out the Facebook group linked here and/or contact Aidan directly: 831-428-2368, aidanfpsc@gmail.com
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Holy One, keep us in the Amazing Grace that is ours through the spirit of Christ, in whose Loving Name we pray
Prayers of Healing and Faith and Continuing Prayers for our Community
- For Molly and Chris Ohlsen, and their family, grieving the death of Molly's father, Jim, April 29.
- For Marie Grace’s recovery from surgery.
- For Nick Piediscalzi, in hospice care, for Paula’s broken ankle, for Lisa’s grandson Dustin, living with cancer, and Darrell Johnson, in a care home.
- Comfort for Scout’s, Earle’s, Raneta’s, Lynn & Bill’s, Nancy’s, Kwok’s, Aidan’s, Susie’s, Nancy’s and Ken’s families and for all of us who grieve lost family and friends.
Prayers for our Communities, Country and the World
- For courage to oppose wars and leaders motivated by greed and preying on fear.
- For those in mourning for loved ones lost to violence and war.
- For water and food, healthcare and housing for all.
- For immigrants and their families, everyone in custody, and those experiencing being targeted, oppressed and dealt with unjustly.
- For all affected by natural disasters and human violence, terror, war and displacement, especially the children.
Prayers of Gratitude
- For our Peace Village housing project for all the good that will come from it when it’s completed.
- For scientific and miraculous healings of bodies, minds and spirits.
- For peaceful protestors all over the country and world.
- For all who give their time and talent to our church, community, and world.
- For trust in God and each other, courage when facing fear and injustice, hope in times of darkness, and for the Light of Christ in our hearts and minds.
In Jesus’ Holy Name, Amen!
You may request prayers by emailing Prayers@PeaceUnited.Org,
calling Lynn Walton (600-7343), or calling the church office (426-2010).
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We Want to Hear Your Voice
Sign Up to Be A Liturgist!
We would love to have you as a liturgist (reader) in one of our Sunday morning worship services. It's a wonderful way of serving!
Sign up for a Sunday to read live and in person and we'll connect with you by e-mail on the Tuesday prior, sending all the information you'll need for getting ready.
If you'd like to give it a try, click on this link to choose a date.
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Watch Out For Scammers
Peace United staff and leaders will never solicit you by e-mail or text message, asking you to purchase or send gift cards or electronic funds for any purpose. Contact the church office if you have any concerns about emails you may receive.
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Office Hours!
Monday through Friday, from 9 am - 2 pm staff are in the office, attending to the business of our church: monitoring e-mail, answering telephones and/or responding to messages, working on the dozens of different projects and connections that keep our ministry moving forward.
If you plan to come into the office, please call ahead to schedule a time when we know someone will be in to assist you. You can reach us by e-mail using the list below or by phone, 831-426-2010.
Pastor Dave works from the church office, Monday through Thursday, and most weeks will have office hours on Saturday too, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday is his day off. In case of emergency, the pastor is available by cell phone, 773-255-8095. If you would like to schedule a meeting or would like to "drop by", please contact us via email using this link to make an arrangement.
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Small Groups and Ministries of Outreach
Use this link to find information about our various small groups and
ministries here at PUCC.
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moved to a new address. The new address is
1320 Willow Pass Rd., Suite 600, Concord, CA 94520
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