On the day that Christians remember as Pentecost, faithful Jews of diverse backgrounds were gathered again in Jerusalem for The Festival of Weeks. It was also the day in which their collective self-understanding was radically reoriented and transformed through the gift of the Holy Spirit. The central certainties that the Torah provided – identity, order, and relationship with God – were no longer defined by origin or lineage but, rather by a profession of faith. With this, a new language of faith emerged; one that was invitational, inclusive, and led by a faithful willingness to enter into the mystery of God. For many of us Christians, this may not seem all that radical but for many of those gathered on that day, it was at once confusing, chaotic, and decentering. In our life together as City Church, we are carrying forward this faith language of invitation, inclusion, and inquiry through our recent Bay to Breakers outreach, crowd-sourced meals, and monthly BIPOC Kickback. Join us for the final Sunday of our sermon series, “Table Manners,” as we celebrate the gift of God’s spirit to the church and reflect on how she is moving among us in fresh, new, ways.
Faithfully,
Emily
COMMUNITY MISCELLANY
Be sure to validate your parking on Sundays before returning to your car!
Don’t miss the City Hope Barista Challenge, Thursday, May 25 from 6-8pm.
We’re on Spotify! Check out our worship playlists - This Sunday and Worship Catalog
Help us design our Pride Parade T-Shirt - Submit a concept or design to jason@citychurchsf.org by June 1st.
June 18 | Community Sunday - Salad Bar Edition
Members, don’t forget that nominations are currently open for the Elder Board!
PRIDE MONTH EVENTS
June 1st is just around the corner and we’re gearing up to celebrate Pride in new and familiar ways.
“Queerly Beloved” - a Pride Month Sermon Series begins on June 5.
Saturday, June 10th - Giants/Cubs Pride Game. We’ve reserved 25 tickets at $30 each. The giveaway is a Giants Pride Jersey! Tickets are first come, first serve.
Friday, June 23rd - 20th Annual Trans March - Dolores St. Sidewalk Party - 5pm. Register here.
Saturday, June 24th - Annual Pride Party in Bernal Heights - 5pm. Register here.
- Sunday, June 25th - March with us in the Pride Parade - Gathering location and time is still TBD, will likely be between 10am-11am. Register for all in your party; be sure to include names and t-shirt sizes for all in your party!
Take & Read Theological Book Club
Monday, June 12 · 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Do you love reading as a way to draw closer to God? Or is it a practice you'd like to explore with other adventurers? If so, join "Take & Read", our monthly theological book club, hosted by Sarah & Jon Dahl, Diana Marin, and Elizabeth Marshman! Once a month, we'll gather to eat, drink, and discuss a theological classic or new bestseller. Come every month or just for the books you're interested in! We'll meet at the Dahls' in Pac Heights to discuss, Silence, by Shūsaku Endō. See you there! Register Here.
2023-24 The Faith & Justice Fellowship
Applications Now Open, Apply by June 15th to save $150
A nine-month journey, from September to May, of theological formation for exploring the spiritual and public dimensions of Christian faith. Experience the Faith and Justice curriculum with a cohort of peers! In addition to network activities, cohorts typically meet 2x a month.
Application Dates [APPLY HERE]
→ Early Deadline (to receive early bird discount of $150; apply for a scholarship): June 15, 2023
→ Regular Deadline: July 15, 2023