Several years ago, I learned about the practice of kintsugi. The idea of repairing what was broken – a practice that not only restores a broken item to its original purpose, but treats that breakage and repair as part of the history of an object, rather than something to disguise. This Sunday, we will visit the area of Gerasenes to reflect on the ways in which Jesus provides a pathway for healing and the kintsugi work of repairing broken communities. People are not only shaped by places, but policies as well–something that the main character in the passage experienced and that we’ll have an opportunity to consider on Saturday as we walk the Excelsior neighborhood with Open Door Legal. (If you missed our walks in the Western Addition and Chinatown, check them out on the City Church app.) This is just one you can get to know our city and other City Churchers better. Another is to sign up for a Maundy Thursday meal! Hosted in homes throughout the city, these meals are a great way to connect with others at a deeper level. Together, we’ll break bread, remember, and reflect on Jesus’ mandate for us to love one another. (Kid-inclusive locations are available.) Be sure to check out our other Holy Week events below!
Faithfully,
Pastor Emily
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
April 2nd | Palm Sunday Worship at 10am at The Russian Center
April 6th | Maundy Thursday Home Gatherings - 6-8pm (Reserve Your Spot Here)
April 7th | Good Friday Service - 5-6pm at The Russian Center
April 8th | Holy Saturday - Easter Vigil Service - 4pm-5:45pm at The Russian Center
April 9th | Easter Sunday - 11am at the Golden Gate Park Bandshell
Learn more here.
STAFF SEARCHES
We’re hiring! You can view the position descriptions HERE.
Applications for these positions will be available until April 30th.
MARCH BOARD MEETING RECAP
As we shared at our Winter Congregational Meeting, we will be sending out brief recaps from our Monthly Board Meetings. The March recap can be found here.
Lenten Prayer Walks, Saturdays, 9:30-11am
During Lent we will be engaging in the practice of walking with some of our partners (Open Door Legal, Kingdom Rice and City Hope SF) in the neighborhoods they call home and work for justice. These walks are intended to stir our imaginations for how we are shaped by place and how places shape us. Register here and join us in the following neighborhoods:
- 3/25: Excelsior- THIS SATURDAY!
- 4/8: Tenderloin
QUEER LUNCH BREAK, Sunday, March 26th, following worship
All LGBTQIA+ City Churchers are invited to a lunch following morning worship to discuss what’s on our mind about the present and future of queer community life at City Church. It’ll be an opportunity to get to know Pastor Emily a little better, have our voices heard, and grow closer as we dream about the community that we aspire to build together. Register here for lunch and childcare.
MAKING MARRIAGE WORK, April 21-23
Join other couples for a Gottman Workshop to strengthen your marriage commitment. This workshop is for marriages of all ages and stages, healths and experiences, and LGBTQ inclusive. Cost is $300 per couple and includes some and will include childcare, some meals, and materials. Space is limited so sign up ASAP here. Scholarships are available here.