As we step into a new year at The Oceanside Sanctuary and a renewed vision and mission, you are invited to lean into community and help us cultivate a Christian spirituality “reclaiming its calling to be known for love, liberation, and the celebration of God’s image in all people.”
What does it mean to be called when the world says you can’t? In this episode of The Collective Table Podcast, Rev. Carol Rawlings shares her powerful story as one of the first women pastors at Oceanside Sanctuary. With honesty and wisdom, she reflects on answering God's call in the face of resistance from a church not ready for her leadership. Hosts Jason, Jenell, and Claire explore the broader struggle of women in ministry—from Apostle Junia to modern clergywomen—unpacking themes of spiritual resilience, erasure, and sacred resistance. A must-listen for anyone interested in Christian feminism, calling, and the fight to be seen in sacred spaces.
May is our annual volunteer drive! As our church community grows, so does our opportunity to create an even more inclusive, inspiring, and impactful community of faith right here in North County. We believe that everyone has unique gifts and talents to share, and we invite you to join us in making a real difference through volunteering.
In this episode of The Collective Table Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Terri Hord Owens, the General Minister and President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and Canada—the first Black woman to lead a mainline Christian denomination in North America. A passionate advocate for justice, inclusion, and faith-driven transformation, Rev. Hord Owens brings a powerful voice to our ongoing series, The 50.5%, which explores the experiences and leadership of women in faith communities.
In part two of our conversation with Daneen Akers, author of Dear Mama God, we explore how expanding our language for God shapes faith, inclusion, and justice. We discuss the power of maternal imagery, why inclusive theology matters for everyone, and how joy is an act of resistance. Plus, enter to win a free copy of Dear Mama God! Listen now.
Calling All Cooks & Helping Hands!
We need volunteers to help cook and serve at Oceanside Sanctuary’s Good Friday Service & Family Event – California Fish Fry!
A California Fish Fry is our West Coast twist on a classic tradition: featuring delicious fish tacos, beans and rice.
If you love to cook and serve others, this is your chance to be part of something special. We’re looking for volunteers to help with food prep, cooking, and serving as we create a warm and welcoming space for all.
Date: Good Friday
Location: Oceanside Sanctuary
Event: California Fish Fry – Fish Tacos
We’re also looking for passionate cooks to join us for future feasts and community meals, if you love being in the kitchen and serving others, we’d love to have you!
Sign up today and be part of this wonderful tradition.
Thank you for sharing your gifts and helping us feed both body and soul!
Lent is a season for reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth—and we have a free Lenten Practices Calendar to guide you through it! Created by Traci Smith, author of the Faithful Families series, this calendar is designed for all ages, offering simple yet meaningful practices that individuals, families, and communities can engage with together.
