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Communion Sunday

Communion sundayJoin us this Sunday, March 1st, for Communion. Celebration will be at 10:00 am in the sanctuary.
We celebrate the Lord’s Supper as the “joyful feast of the people of God” …

On the Train

At press time I will be halfway to Seattle, heading up to camp on Mt Rainier and play with my baby nephew Tom (and some adult family members, but of course they are secondary to the baby). Thanks to the SPLASH team for issuing a challenge to reduce transit-related carbon; I’ll be taking Amtrak each way and hoping to enjoy the ride.…

Carolina De Robertis Author Talk

Gods of Tango book coverOn Tuesday, July 7th at 7pm, award-winning author Carolina De Robertis will visit MPC and discuss her new book The Gods of Tango. We hope that you’ll be able to join us for what is sure to be a fascinating evening — and not just because the event will feature a performance by expert tango dancers!

Why?

Last night I underwent my trials for ordination at the San Francisco Presbytery, an unnecessarily scary-sounding phrase for what was really a rather collegial process. I was invited up to the podium to speak about my statement of faith (available here) and then the floor was open for questioning. The first question – according to our local tradition – was a nice,…

Taize Service Wednesday October 21


TAIZÉ MEDITATION SERVICE ON WEDNESDAY, October 21st: Treat yourself to a refreshing break in your week, amidst the slings, arrows, clanging, clamor, traffic jams, repulsive politics, and general frenzy of urban life! Mark your calendar and save 7:00-8:00 p.m. on October 21st in the sanctuary for the monthly (3rd Wednesday) candlelight Taizé meditation service consisting of music, scripture reading, prayer, and silence.

Favorite Hymns

At Session last night, among other decisions you’ll read about below, the Session members voted to move forward with the adoption of a full set of new hymnals. The giver has chosen to remain anonymous, but let’s give up a big prayer of gratitude for such a wonderful, generous gift! I’m not sure how long it will take for us to get…