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SUMMARY:Prayer Group
DESCRIPTION:CLICK HERE TO JOIN
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/prayer-group-7/
LOCATION:CA
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SUMMARY:2025 Pledge Form
DESCRIPTION:2025 Pledge Form
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/2025-pledge-form/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250504
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SUMMARY:UPCOMING SERMONS
DESCRIPTION:May 11 – What does Paul say about women preaching in the church? Not what you’ve been told. \nMay 18 – Guest Preacher Rev. Howard Fauntroy \nMay 25 –What authority does scripture have\, why do we believe it\, and why are folks so divided about it? \nJune 1 – PRIDE Sunday – What does Jesus say about the LGBTQ+ community? A lot\, actually. And did you know that there was an openly gay disciple baptized into the church by one of the apostles? \nJune 8 – PRIDE MONTH and PENTECOST SUNDAY – Come learn how the early apostles\, with the help of the Spirit\, bridged the divides of gender\, nationality\, ethnicity\, and religion to build a beloved community. \nJune 15 – PRIDE month – Why was Sodom and Gomorrah really destroyed? You may be surprised. \nJune 22 – PRIDE month – What does the Bible really say about sex and marriage and how does that apply to our country’s legislation today? \nJune 29 – PRIDE month – What can the story of Esther teach us about anti-immigrant legislation and deportations today and about standing up to homophobia? \nJuly 13 – Does the Bible really say that homosexuals don’t get to go to heaven? Actually\, it doesn’t. \nAugust 10 – “If a man lays with another man…” That passage doesn’t mean what you’ve been told. We’ll put it back in its context and discover its much more compassionate and justice-oriented interpretation. \nSeptember 7 – Trans folk in the Bible. Yes\, they are there. Yes\, it is all good. \nOctober 5 – Blessing of the Animals Sunday. Bring your well-behaved furry\, feathered\, and scaley friends for a special blessing and worship service. \nNovember 16 – [What does the Bible say about Lesbians? Paul comes out swinging in their defense was delivered in June 2025.] Please stay tuned for new scripture and topic.
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/upcoming-sermons/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250530
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SUMMARY:West Hollywood Pride
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: Our application for a booth at WeHo Pride this year was denied. However\, we will still be celebrating Pride the entire month of June with special sermons\, music\, and reflections. \nPlease see Upcoming Sermons below for a preview. \nUpcoming Sermons \nMay 11 – What does Paul say about women preaching in the church? Not what you’ve been told. \nMay 18 – Guest Preacher Rev. Howard Fauntroy \nMay 25 –What authority does scripture have\, why do we believe it\, and why are folks so divided about it? \nJune 1 – PRIDE Sunday – What does Jesus say about the LGBTQ+ community? A lot\, actually. And did you know that there was an openly gay disciple baptized into the church by one of the apostles? \nJune 8 – PRIDE MONTH and PENTECOST SUNDAY – Come learn how the early apostles\, with the help of the Spirit\, bridged the divides of gender\, nationality\, ethnicity\, and religion to build a beloved community. \nJune 15 – PRIDE month – Why was Sodom and Gomorrah really destroyed? You may be surprised. \nJune 22 – PRIDE month – What does the Bible really say about sex and marriage and how does that apply to our country’s legislation today? \nJune 29 – PRIDE month –  What can the story of Esther teach us about anti-immigrant legislation and deportations today and about standing up to homophobia? \nJuly 13 – Does the Bible really say that homosexuals don’t get to go to heaven? Actually\, it doesn’t. \nAugust 10 – “If a man lays with another man…” That passage doesn’t mean what you’ve been told. We’ll put it back in its context and discover its much more compassionate and justice-oriented interpretation. \nSeptember 7 – Trans folk in the Bible. Yes\, they are there. Yes\, it is all good. \nOctober 5 – Blessing of the Animals Sunday. Bring your well-behaved furry\, feathered\, and scaley friends for a special blessing and worship service. \nNovember 16 – What does the Bible say about Lesbians? Paul comes out swinging in their defense. \n 
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/west-hollywood-pride/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T215610Z
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SUMMARY:Neighbors in Need
DESCRIPTION:Neighbors in Need Special Mission Offering\n\n\nNeighbors in Need (NIN) is a Special Mission Offering of the United Church of Christ that supports ministries of justice and compassion in the United States.\nPlease CLICK HERE to donate. Or scan this QR code.
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/neighbors-in-need-2/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T120000
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SUMMARY:Blessing of the Animals Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:Dear friends in Christ\, \nWe hope you will join us this Sunday for an animal-themed worship service and\nBlessing of the Animals. Please bring your beloved pets\, be they furry or scaley\,\nfeathered or slimy. They are welcome to join us in the sanctuary during worship\, or hang\nout outside with our youth pet-sitters who will keep them well watered\, shaded\, and\nloved. \nWe will look forward to seeing you there! \nMany blessings\,\nPastor Tracy \nPLEASE CLICK HERE TO SEE PHOTOS
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/blessing-of-the-animals-worship-service/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
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SUMMARY:Photos from Blessing of the Pets Sunday 10/5/2025
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to Nemo for taking all of these photos! \nCLICK HERE TO SEE PHOTOS
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/photos-from-blessing-of-the-pets-sunday-10-5-2025/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
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SUMMARY:Confirmation Camp hosted by Pilgrim Pines UCC
DESCRIPTION:Fall Camp (Oct. 11-12) – Join us for this special program track that kicks off the confirmation journey with the exploration of our questions\, spiritual practices\, scripture\, theology and church.  Email Rev. Petra Malleis-Sternberg during the month of August with any questions.  
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/confirmation-camp-hosted-by-pilgrim-pines-ucc/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Pines Campground\, 39570 Glen Road\, Yucaipa\, CA\, 92399\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251002T214900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T214900Z
UID:9035-1760266800-1760270400@wehoucc.org
SUMMARY:Birthday Blessings
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/birthday-blessings-7/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T214939Z
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SUMMARY:Please Join Us This Sunday\, October 12\, 2025!
DESCRIPTION:Dear friends in Christ\, \nWhen Jesus overturned the tables at the temple\, driving out the dove-sellers and the money changers\, his actions appear angry\, targeted\, even violent. On the surface\, his actions make little sense in light of his message of peace and community. But there is more to this story than Jesus simply losing his temper. There are historical\, geographical\, and political powers at play long before Jesus arrives in Jerusalem. What we are seeing is Jesus attempting to neutralize oppression and re-balance the powers \nof church and state. Jesus’ anger and his action have a lot to teach us about responding to long-standing systems of injustice – both the cost and the reward\, and God’s role in history. Please join us as we dig deep into this story to find the message of God’s hope\, peace\, and beloved community. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nMany blessings\, \nPastor Tracy
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/please-join-us-this-sunday-october-12-2025/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T055220Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Knitting and Crafting Potluck Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for knitting\, crocheting\, or whatever craft you enjoy. Bring your own project\, or use our yarn and knitting machines to make hats for the homeless. \nIf you don’t know how to knit or crochet\, we will teach you! All levels welcome \nBring something to share for the potluck brunch. \nFor more info call or text 323-793-9059
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/monthly-knitting-and-crafting-potluck-brunch/
LOCATION:WeHo Fellowship Hall\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, West Hollywood\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T120000
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SUMMARY:Please Join Us This Sunday\, October 19\, 2025!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/please-join-us-this-sunday-october-19-2025/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20250924T183819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T200303Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ Holy Troublemakers Online Gala Watch Party - 10/19/2025 at 3 PM
DESCRIPTION:  \nCANCELLED!
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/lgbtq-holy-troublemakers-online-gala-watch-party-10-19-2025-at-3-pm/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
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CREATED:20251023T205229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T002556Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthen the Church (STC) and One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS).
DESCRIPTION:We will be collecting for two charities this month and next\, and you can click here to see two brief videos that talk about the funds: Strengthen the Church (STC) and One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS). These two collections are usually taken in the spring\, but this spring was exceptionally strange and chaotic for me\, so we postponed them. We will be talking about these in upcoming services\, but if you would like to make a donation to either\, you can click here or Venmo to @wehoucc (phone# 323-793-9059) and type OGHS or STC in the memo. Because we know we are taking these later in the year and close together\, our church leadership has agreed to contribute $300 to each from our Mission Endowment Fund to supplement whatever is contributed. Thank you in advance for your thoughtfulness and generosity! \nPlease CLICK HERE to watch Strengthen the Church Offering YouTube Video
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/strengthen-the-church-stc-and-one-great-hour-of-sharing-oghs/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T213744Z
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SUMMARY:Next Labyrinths of Greater Los Angeles 10/25/25 at Holy Spirit Retreat Center in Encino
DESCRIPTION:We would love for you to join us for our next quarterly labyrinth walk on October 25th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Holy Spirit Retreat Center (HSRC) in Encino.  This will be our All Souls Walk which we are holding early so that people can enjoy their Halloween weekend.  Please bring an optional photo or small memento of loved ones who have passed.\n\nIf this is your first time at HSRC\, please take hard right upon entering the grounds.  Follow the road until you see parking.  Parking is available in the area near the luggage drop-off sign which is also the entrance to the retreat center.  If this lot is full\, continue following the road to the upper dirt lot and you can park there and walk back to the entrance.   We are NOT allowed to park in the lot right when you enter the property.  There will be a sign on your right directing you to the labyrinth walk.
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/next-labyrinths-of-greater-los-angeles-10-25-25-at-holy-spirit-retreat-center-in-encino/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251023T201346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T201346Z
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SUMMARY:Please Join Us This Sunday\, October 26\, 2025!
DESCRIPTION:Dear friends in Christ\, \nThe book of Psalms is an interesting text in its use of reflective Hebrew poetry and incredibly diverse range of feelings expressed about and to God. At the same time\, it is one of the books most quoted by Jesus. The 37th Psalm is written by a person who sees the whole world falling apart\, and is deeply upset by how unfair it all seems. Trust in God seems difficult at best and foolhardy at worst. And yet\, when we look at our own lives and justice\, with our actual experiences\, we see that the Psalmist is not far off in their assertions about God’s sense of justice in God’s own time. This Psalm gave hope at that time\, a thousand years later when Jesus quoted it during His Sermon on the Mount\, and the subversive hope\, peace\, and faith that it fosters still ring true thousands of years later. Please join us this Sunday as we take a deep dive into faith and justice in scripture. \nPlease stay after worship for our Fall Congregational Meeting when we will elect Council members for next year\, hear a brief update from our Treasurer on the church finances\, and I will give a short report on the church goals for 2025 and 2026. \nWe will also be collecting for two charities this month and next\, and you can click here to see two brief videos that talk about the funds: Strengthen the Church (STC) and One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS). These two collections are usually taken in the spring\, but this spring was exceptionally strange and chaotic for me\, so we postponed them. We will be talking about these in upcoming services\, but if you would like to make a donation to either\, you can click here or Venmo to @wehoucc (phone# 323-793-9059) and type OGHS or STC in the memo. Because we know we are taking these later in the year and close together\, our church leadership has agreed to contribute $300 to each from our Mission Endowment Fund to supplement whatever is contributed. Thank you in advance for your thoughtfulness and generosity! \nWe will look forward to seeing you there! \nMany blessings\, \nPastor Tracy \n  \nSAVE THE DATE \nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025 – Labyrinth Walk. If you would like to carpool\, please call or text 323-793-9059 and plan on meeting us in the church parking lot by 10 AM on 10/25. Bring a brown bag lunch or something to share for a picnic after the labyrinth. \nSunday\, October 25\, 2025  – Fall Congregational Meeting immediately following worship. \nWednesday\, October 28\, 2025 – Prayer Group meets via Zoom \nSunday\, November 2\, 2025 – Collecting for One Great Hour of Sharing. You can donate to OGHS here. Also\, we will observe All Saint’s Day. Please join us for a special worship service where we remember and honor the saints in our lives who have gone before us. \nSaturday\, November 8\, 2025 9 AM – 12 Noon – Knitting Ministry and Potluck Brunch \nSunday\, November 9\, 2025 – Birthday and Anniversary Blessings for November\, and Blessing of the Veterans. \nSunday\, November 16\, 2025 – Collecting for Strengthen the Church. You can donate to STC here.
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/please-join-us-this-sunday-october-26-2025/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20250930T205417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251026T155709Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Congregational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:To Join Via Zoom use your Regular Zoom Worship Link or CLICK HERE\n\nOn Sunday October 26 we will stay after worship for a bit for a FALL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING.  All are welcome.  We will briefly review the 12 goals we established at the beginning of the year.  Council Treasurer Rodney will present information on the state of the budget and guidance for the 2026 year financial matters.  We will nominate Henry Penner to serve on the church Council beginning January 1 for a two year term.  We will thank Tom Droney for his many years serving on the Council as he will step down on December 31st.    There will be time for questions and discussion before we adjourn and move to the Coffee Hour.   All friends and participants and members of the church are welcome to come !!!!  Members only will vote on the election of the next member of the Council\, Henry Penner.   Henry has been a member of this congregation for many\, many years.  He is talented\, committed\, and loves the Creator and our church.  He is a beacon for acceptance\, justice and love and we welcome him to the Council once he is elected and starts serving.\n\nPlease feel free to direct any questions or concerns to Lisa Bove Council Moderator .  You may write or call the church office and leave Lisa a message.\n\nThank you !  See you Sunday !!!\n\nLisa Bove and the WHUCC Council:  Tom Droney\, Gary Grayson\, Janie Ito\, Jenni Nichols\, Rev. Tracy Kariya and Rodney Chadderton
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/fall-congregational-meeting-2/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251030T225105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T225105Z
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SUMMARY:LA County Parks Food Program
DESCRIPTION:With the Federal Government shutdown entering its fourth week\, there is a significant and devastating threat to the food security for the most vulnerable\, our youth\, seniors and families.  LA County Parks is (and has been) a critical part of the food safety net services in 48 Parks\, 16 Teen Centers and 9 Senior centers and programs. \nTo support this dire situation with the loss of SNAP and CalFresh and critical food access impacting Los Angeles County residents\, LA County Parks is leaning in to expand capacity to its Food Programs at Parks! \nLA County Parks provides the following food safety net services programs for youth\, teens and seniors. These food programs are \n\nFree Healthy Snack Program for youth at 48 parks (Monday thru Friday @ 3pm-4pm) – ages 17 and under.\nFree Hot Supper (Dinner) Program at Our SPOT Teen Centers for teens at 16 parks (Monday thru Friday @ 7pm) – ages 12 to 18 years old.\nFree Senior Food Program for older adults at 9 parks (Monday thru Friday) – age 55+
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/la-county-parks-food-program/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
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CREATED:20251030T221234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T223909Z
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SUMMARY:Food Bank Resource Guide & Supporting Our Community Through Benefit Changes
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/food-bank-resource-guide-supporting-our-community-through-benefit-changes/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T120000
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CREATED:20251023T210646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T210646Z
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SUMMARY:One Great Hour of Sharing
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 2\, 2025 – Collecting for One Great Hour of Sharing. You can donate to OGHS here. Also\, we will observe All Saint’s Day. Please join us for a special worship service where we remember and honor the saints in our lives who have gone before us.
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/one-great-hour-of-sharing-2/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251030T210230Z
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SUMMARY:Join Us This Sunday\, November 2\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Dear friends in Christ\, \nThis Sunday will remember all the saints in our lives and history who have passed on before us. Everyone will be invited to light a candle in memory of the saints in their lives who have taught them\, shaped them\, and inspired them. We will be reading a story from the little-known book of Tobit about a man who insisted on honoring the saints who passed even when it got him into trouble. Please join us this Sunday as we recall our history and honor our foremothers and forefathers. \nSPECIAL NOTE ON FOOD RESOURCES: For food insecurity\, if you need help or want to help\, reach out to Pastor Tracy at 323-793-9059 (call or text). The church can help you with groceries\, and you will remain anonymous. \nAs our government shutdown continues and the threats to cut off SNAP benefits loom large\, our church is poised to help. On Sundays\, anyone can take a sack lunch at any time for themselves or to give to someone who can use it. You don’t have to ask permission or explain why you are taking a sack lunch to anyone. They are in the bins with yellow lids in the Fellowship Hall. Many people are already receiving and donating specifically for this issue as of this past week. You can also call or text to: \n\nDonate to the Sack Lunch Program\nDonate to the Pastor’s Discretionary Fund\nVolunteer for Sack Lunch Distribution during the week\n\nIf we all work in beloved community\, ask for what we need\, and give what we can\, we can navigate this temporary crisis together. Here are also resources for different food banks\, hot meals\, and distribution sites around Los Angeles. CLICK HERE for Food Bank Resource Guide & Supporting Our Community Through Benefit Changes CLICK HERE for LA County Parks Food Program. \n“…they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds to all\, as any had need…day by day…they broke bread at home and ate their food with glad and generous hearts…” Acts 2:44-46 \nWe will look forward to seeing you there! \nMany blessings\, \nPastor Tracy
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/join-us-this-sunday-november-2-2025/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T120000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Knitting and Crafting Potluck Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for knitting\, crocheting\, or whatever craft you enjoy. Bring your own project\, or use our yarn and knitting machines to make hats for the homeless. \nIf you don’t know how to knit or crochet\, we will teach you! All levels welcome \nBring something to share for the potluck brunch. \nFor more info call or text 323-793-9059
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/monthly-knitting-and-crafting-potluck-brunch-2/
LOCATION:WeHo Fellowship Hall\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, West Hollywood\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251023T211215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T211215Z
UID:9054-1762592400-1762603200@wehoucc.org
SUMMARY:Knitting Ministry and Potluck Brunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/knitting-ministry-and-potluck-brunch-2/
LOCATION:WeHo Fellowship Hall\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, West Hollywood\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251009T211040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T211040Z
UID:9038-1762686000-1762689600@wehoucc.org
SUMMARY:Veteran Blessings
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/veteran-blessings/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251023T211620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T211620Z
UID:9056-1762686000-1762689600@wehoucc.org
SUMMARY:Birthday and Anniversary Blessings for November 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/birthday-and-anniversary-blessings-for-november-2025/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251107T030339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T030339Z
UID:9085-1762686000-1762689600@wehoucc.org
SUMMARY:Please Join Us This Sunday\, November 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The stories of David the boy shepherd verses David the king have long fascinated me with their depictions of completely different personalities for the same person. As we bless our veterans for Veteran’s Day\, this story of David as unwitting soldier and later commander of armies has much to teach us. We also have much to learn about our faith’s history and relationship to soldiers and war. Much of what we claim to believe was birthed by veterans in the aftermath of wars. Please join us this Sunday as we bless our veterans and dig into this rich scripture and our own history and belief. \nCongregational Meeting Recap: For those who were unable to attend the Congregational Meeting on October 26\, we are pleased to announce that Henry Penner was elected to serve on Council for the next two years\, and we thanked and recognized the many years of service of Tom Droney\, who is stepping down from Council when his term expires at the end of this year. \nOur treasurer\, Rodney Chadderton\, reported on the church’s budget\, our plan for long-term sustainability\, and how everyone can help. Watch for more info soon! \nThe Knitting/Crocheting ministry is meeting this Saturday\, November 8 from 9-12 for its potluck brunch and crafting time. Please bring your craft of choice\, or avail yourself of our supply of yarn\, needles\, and crochet hooks. We can teach you! \nWe will look forward to seeing you there. \nMany blessings\, \nPastor Tracy
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/please-join-us-this-sunday-november-9-2025/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251105T214713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T220446Z
UID:9083-1762777800-1762777800@wehoucc.org
SUMMARY:NEW EVENT: 11/10/2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the UCC Washington D.C. Office for a conversation on Project 2025 and how the policy landscape and the UCC’s faith-based responses have evolved over the past year since the election. By revisiting our resource “Countering Project 2025 With Love: A UCC Response\,” this webinar will explore enduring commitments and new challenges across issues such as LGBTQ+ rights\, immigration justice\, international peace\, and more. We will also introduce our new toolkit for faithful advocacy\, offering practical ways for individuals and congregations to help build a just world for all. Whether you’re new to the conversation or have been following from the start\, this webinar will equip you with both context and tools to put love into action today! Register today! \n\n\n\nhttps://ucc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3QAPuhLYRDG74h33OPU-Bg#/registration\n\n\nGetting to the Root – Countering Project 2025 With Love: A UCC Response\, the webpage is here:\n\nhttps://www.ucc.org/countering-project-2025-with-love/
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/new-event-11-10-2025/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20250826T201624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T205607Z
UID:8986-1763078400-1763337599@wehoucc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Retreat: Rest is Resistance at Pilgrim Pines Camp
DESCRIPTION:November 14 – 16\, 2025 – REGISTER HERE\nDEADLINE TO REGISTER IS OCTOBER 19\nSCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE\nFirst Congregational Church of Long Beach is hosting a Women’s Retreat this fall at Pilgrim Pines and would like to extend an invitation to anyone who would like to attend. This year’s theme\, Rest Is Resistance — inspired by the work of Tricia Hersey — invites us to slow down and truly rest as we reconnect with nature\, with one another\, and with ourselves. Together\, we’ll engage Hersey’s insights and explore how holy rest helps us reject the demands of hustle culture\, renew our inner connection to the Divine\, and discover sustainable rhythms we can carry with us when we return home. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional activities include: \n\nspiritual practices\nartistic exploration\nnature walks\ngentle yoga (all levels welcome)\ntime for conversation\, laughter and quiet\n\nYou can attend for the whole weekend or Saturday only. Scholarships are available. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRetreat Details at a Glance: \nWhen: November 14–16\, 2025\nWhere: Pilgrim Pines Camp\, Oak Glen\, CA \nCost: $190 Friday-Sunday \n$95 Saturday Only\nRegistration deadline: October 19\nRegister here: firstchurchlb.org/retreat\nQuestions? Email Rev. Wally Hoeger at whoeger@firstchurchlb.org
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/womens-retreat-rest-is-resistance-at-pilgrim-pines-camp/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Pines Campground\, 39570 Glen Road\, Yucaipa\, CA\, 92399\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T120000
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SUMMARY:Please Join Us This Sunday\, November 16\, 2025!
DESCRIPTION:Dear friends in Christ\, \nWe often hear the core tenets of our faith reduced to “Love your neighbor” Or “Do unto\nothers.” This is easy to remember\, and quite compatible with other religions of the world\,\nwho have their own similar scriptures regarding love for the other. It’s not a bad credo to\nlive by\, especially when combined with “Faith\, without works\, is dead.” (James 2:17) The\nproblem with these two statements is not that they are bad theology\, it’s that they are\nmissing the other half of the instruction. I have long believed that most people actually\ndo already love their neighbors as themselves\, and they act out their faith through their\nworks. The problem is that they do not love themselves\, not the way that God intended\,\nand that is mirrored in how they feel toward their neighbor and how they treat their\nneighbor. This Sunday we will be studying the rest of the passage: the other half of the\ngreatest commandment. If we are to truly live out our faith and Jesus’ teachings and\nexample the way He intended\, we must actually hear Jesus’ entire instruction\, and\nwhere He got it from. \nLast week we talked about how the way we live informs what we believe\, but the\nreverse is just as true: what we believe informs how we live. Please join us this Sunday\nas we take a deep dive into one of the core beliefs and faith practices of our faith\nthroughout the ages. Why is it so important? How do we live it out today? You may be\nsurprised how much this two-thousand year-old conversation over an even older ancient\nverse still has much to teach us in our modern world. \nWe will look forward to seeing you there! \nMany blessings\,\nPastor Tracy
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/please-join-us-this-sunday-november-16-2025/
LOCATION:WeHo UCC Sanctuary\, 7350 Sunset Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90046\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251225
DTSTAMP:20260409T105258
CREATED:20251122T031527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T030551Z
UID:9103-1763683200-1766620799@wehoucc.org
SUMMARY:ADVENT at West Hollywood UCC
DESCRIPTION:Our Advent Devotionals will be here on December 7th and will be available for pick-up in the sanctuary. The suggested donation to cover our costs is $4.25 but no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Please see Tom any Sunday morning during Advent at the entrance to the Sanctuary for a devotional. \nCLICK HERE to download.
URL:https://wehoucc.org/event/advent-at-west-hollywood-ucc/
LOCATION:CA
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