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Have you ever felt like you were outgrowing your religious beliefs? Have you ever wondered why some religious people are hostile to change, while others are at peace with progress? Have you ever wondered why some faith traditions seem concerned with reconciliation and justice, while others seem stuck in stages of fear and control?
Just as forming an Anti-Racism Team has helped us to work toward becoming a more anti-racist congregation, we need a small team of 4-6 volunteers to form an Open & Affirming Team. This team will be tasked with helping the congregation to think through the issues we must address in order to be a truly empowering, open, and affirming community for LGBTQ persons.
I can't tell you how excited I am about next Tuesday night. Last summer, in the wake of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd's murders, our church lamented. Last fall, we formed a learning group to read about how racism is deeply and systemically embedded in our culture and institutions. Last winter, we came together as a church to make anti-racism and racial healing a stated priority in our latest Mission Commitment…
July at OSC marks the start of our new fiscal year, which means it’s time for our annual membership drive. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we can only operate by the generosity of our supporters. So just like your favorite public radio station, once a year we invite you to become a supporting member of OSC…
The Oceanside Sanctuary Church, established in 1875 and one of the oldest continually operating churches in San Diego County, will celebrate its first LGBTQ Pride Sunday service on June 27th, 2021 at 11 AM. The church also announces the hiring of its first openly LGBTQ minister, Joey Pearson, who serves as the Min
Hello OSC friends and family, I hope you are finding meaningful and inspiring ways to remember Juneteenth today! My big news today is that, in accordance with the State of California’s new guidelines announced on June 15th, we are hosting our first full in-person church gathering tomorrow, June 20th at 11 AM. Here’s what’s new for tomorrow:
