Hillcrest UCC

Tomorrow our service will feature a quotation from the medieval mystic and spiritual writer Meister Eckhart. Thanks to Rev. Laura for posting these quotes--all wonderful. Join us for worship tomorrow at hillcrestucc.org. The service posts at 8 a.m.

A message for the times we live in...

Great event this coming Sunday Oct 11 at 7 p.m. at Christ the King. Outside, socially distanced. Sponsored by the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County.

Good article from our denomination on the importance of healthy discussions, including helpful resources. Know that Hillcrest discussions on the matter are happening every Wednesday at 4 p.m. To join the discussion, contact Rev. Fred through our website (hillcrestucc.org).

Such a wonderful quote. And it connects well with our wonderful worship series, "Sacred Earth, Sacred Work." Our focus for this coming Sunday is "Spirit of Compassion". Join us for worship every Sunday through our website, hillcrestucc.org. Our services post at 8 a.m. on Sundays and past services are available any time on our website homepage.

Upcoming event sponsored by OC Inc., the medial and social justice arm of our denomination, the United Church of Christ

MARK YOUR CALENDAR--Sunday Sept 13 at 7 p.m. The Season of Peace runs from September 11th remembering all of those we lost on that day 19 years ago, and working to create a world without any needs for war until the International Day of Peace on September 21st. The Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County is joining The Qirvah Trio to kick off the "Season of Peace" with a special Interfaith Musical Service on Sunday, Sept. 13th at 7:00 pm on the Green at Christ the King Catholic Parish in Pleasant Hill. Also Note: you can watch it online on a livestream on the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County's Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/InterfaithCouncilCCC.

This photo of Hillcrest was taken this morning at 10 a.m. As I write the almost-midday sun is still struggling to make itself known through the smoke and ash. May God, and God's ever-renewing nature, be with us during these difficult times. And may God's strength and care be with all responders, all evacuees, all who are struggling to breathe, and all who have lost lives and livelihoods. Blessings, Rev. Fred

Important article in Pleasant Hill Patch. Know that Hillcrest's Community Food Pantry continues to operate at this much-needed time. Our fully volunteer program is open MWF 9-11:45 a.m. Please come by during those hours for food.... Please email ([email protected]) or call (925-689-8260) if you would like to volunteer. Blessings, Rev. Fred

Join us for worship tomorrow, Sunday August 30, 2020. Our summer worship theme is BEGUILED BY BEAUTY and tomorrow's focus is From Beauty to Deeper Truths. Our preacher is Rev. Laura Barnes. Join through our website, hillcrestucc.org. The service is available beginning at 8 a.m. AND anytime thereafter.... Blessings! See more

Dear Hillcrest Family and Friends, We do indeed pray for California, and for the Bay Area, and for our county and neighboring counties. We pray for first responders, fire fighters, those who have lost life and property, and all who are affected by these fires. Several of you have been in contact with me from far and near. Know that our immediately surrounding area is thus far not threatened; our campus is safe and continuing to operate according to the protocols set in place ...under current COVID-19 orders. For six days running and for the next three days as per forecasts, our area is suffering with "unhealthy" or, more often, "very unhealthy" air quality. I would urge our local members, friends, and neighbors to use one or both of these East Bay Air Quality Links for up to date information about the air quality: https://www.baaqmd.gov/about-air-qual/interactive-data-maps https://www.airnow.gov Thank you for your concern, for your prayers, and for your support. Blessings, Rev. Fred

One of Hillcrest's own--a grandson of our church, let's put it that way--is in the bigs. Congratulations to James Kaprielian! May he, and all, be healthy and play the game well.