Many of you have asked me what will happen with our pantry as the needs of our neighbors are increasing with SNAP benefits not making their way to the 395,000 people in San Diego County who rely on the assistance. Please know, we are here!
The Oceanside Sanctuary Will Celebrate 150 Years of Community Service and Renewal, November 22-23
On November 21, 1875 thirteen pioneering souls started a small family church in a one-room schoolhouse near Mission San Luis Rey in what is now Oceanside, California. They called it simply, The Christian Church at San Luis Rey because it was one of the first congregations of The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) denomination in Southern California.
Join us for our fall teaching series: Unseen Witnesses
Announcing Our New Family Minister and Operations Manager
September Book Club asks "Who Is A True Christian?"
We Are Searching for a Part-Time Children's Ministry Director
Vote now for our 2025/2026 Book Club selections
World of Wellness Fundraiser to support OSC Food Pantry
We feel so blessed that Dr Tina Edwards and her colleagues at World of Wellness are hosting a fundraiser to support our food pantry ministry here at OSC! Donations of $10 or more receive a ticket to The First Annual Oceanside Food Pantry Benefit Luau — featuring Hawaiian food, live music, and door prizes!
Is empathy a good thing?
Season 11 of The Collective Table podcast will highlight stories of empathy. While some Christian leaders are promoting the idea that empathy is a sin, we think it is a vital aspect of love. Can you recall a time when your empathy for someone moved you to take action in ways that stretched you to grow?
Children's Ministry Transition
As many of you know, Claire is moving on to a new chapter in her journey. We are so grateful for the creativity, heart, and structure she brought to our ministry. While transitions can be hard, I want to reassure you that we have both a short-term and long-term plan in place to ensure our Children's Ministry continues to flourish. Click to learn more about our plans :)