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Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto

505 East Charleston Road
Palo Alto, CA 94306

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our different paths entwined,
to deepen our spiritual lives:
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June 29, 2016 • webadmin

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    12:30 PM - Adult Learning Journey Committee Meeting
    7:00 PM - Choir Practice
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    12:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Wednesday, 4/1)-Meeting Postponed
    7:30 PM - By Your Side Singers - Practice
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    7:00 PM - Choir Practice
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    9:00 AM - Campus Workday
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    4:00 PM - Resonant Reading (Saturday 4/4)-Things strong, fragile, and beautiful—Tolstoy
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Closer to Truth-Penrose
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Closer to Truth-Penrose
    02/25/2026    
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    • Adult
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    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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    Board of Trustees meeting
    25 Feb
    02/25/2026    
    7:00 pm
    • Board of Trustees
    • Committee Meetings
    The congregation elects the Board of Trustees from among its members "to be the governing body and exercise the power of the Church" (UUCPA By-laws) [...]
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    Choir Practice
    26 Feb
    02/26/2026    
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Main Hall
    • Choir
    • Music
    Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
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    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    02/28/2026    
    9:00 am - 10:30 am
    • Adult
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    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Meditation
    The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
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    Dancing From Within - Open Movement & Sound Bath for All Ages
    Dancing From Within - Open Movement & Sound Bath for All Ages
    02/28/2026    
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Main Hall
    • Special Events
    Do you feel the need for a respite from the worries of life right now? Would you like a deeper sense of connection with your [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Saturday)–Spots of Time-Wordsworth
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)–Spots of Time-Wordsworth
    02/28/2026    
    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    • Adult
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    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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    Forum
    03/01/2026    
    8:45 am - 10:15 am
    Library
    • Forum
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    Forum
    Discussion Topic: Social Security problems and proposed solutions Discussion Leader: Warren Schmidt The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on [...]
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    Sunday Service
    01 Mar
    03/01/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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    Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8, K-1 OWL
    01 Mar
    03/01/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA
    • Children
    • Children & Youth
    • Elementary
    • Learning
    • Sunday School
    This Sunday 10:30 All ages meet in the Main Hall and attend class together after the story at 10:45 AM K-1 OWL meets in Room [...]
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    Membership and Growth Committee Meeting
    02 Mar
    03/02/2026    
    12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
    • Committee Meetings
    Membership and Growth, Online
    Membership & Growth Committee group generally meets on the first Monday at 12:00pm via Zoom.
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    First Monday Film Discussion Group
    02 Mar
    03/02/2026    
    6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    • Adult
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    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Adult Learning Journey, Film Discussion Group
    March film: Seconds (1966) Banker Arthur Hamilton (John Randolph) gets a call one day from a friend he thought was dead. It turns out that [...]
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    Brown Bag Books
    Brown Bag Books
    03/03/2026    
    12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Hamaker Library
    • Adult
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    Brown Bag Books
    The Brown Bag Books group meets year-round, except in July and August. Many attendees bring their lunches, and everyone brings a sense of humor. Monthly [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Staying Alive-Huxley
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Staying Alive-Huxley
    03/04/2026    
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    • Adult
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    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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    By Your Side Singers - Practice
    04 Mar
    03/04/2026    
    7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
    Hamaker Library
    • Music
    • Small Groups
    By Your Side Singers
    Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
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    Choir Practice
    05 Mar
    03/05/2026    
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Main Hall
    • Choir
    • Music
    Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
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    Campus Workday
    Campus Workday
    03/07/2026    
    9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    UUCPA
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    Date:              Usually the 1st Saturday every month Time:              9 am-Noon Location:      [...]
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    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    03/07/2026    
    9:00 am - 10:30 am
    • Adult
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    Meditation
    The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-In my end is my beginning—TS Eliot
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-In my end is my beginning—TS Eliot
    03/07/2026    
    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
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    Forum
    Forum
    03/08/2026    
    8:45 am - 10:15 am
    Fireside Room
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    Forum
    Discussion Topic: Ideas for reforming healthcare Discussion Leader: Michael Abramson The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday [...]
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    Sunday Service
    08 Mar
    03/08/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
    • Worship Services
    Sunday Service
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    Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8, OWL K-1
    08 Mar
    03/08/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA
    • Children
    • Children & Youth
    • Elementary
    • Learning
    • Sunday School
    This Sunday 10:30 All ages meet in the Main Hall and attend class together after the story at 10:45 AM K-1 OWL meets in Room [...]
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    Finance Committee Meeting
    09 Mar
    03/09/2026    
    7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
    • Committee Meetings
    Finance Committee, Online
    https://www.uucpa.org/about-us/our-governance/committees/
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-On Pascal’s Wager from Pursuit of Wonder
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-On Pascal’s Wager from Pursuit of Wonder
    03/11/2026    
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
    More Info
    Choir Practice
    12 Mar
    03/12/2026    
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Main Hall
    • Choir
    • Music
    Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
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    Children and Youth Religious Education Committee meeting
    12 Mar
    03/12/2026    
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    • Children & Youth
    • Committee Meetings
    CYRE Committee
    Oversees and evaluates all children and youth programs; plans and carries out special events; organizes Baby Cafe; supports social justice projects that welcome children and [...]
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    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    03/14/2026    
    9:00 am - 10:30 am
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Meditation
    The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Enmity shapes us-Armstrong
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Enmity shapes us-Armstrong
    03/14/2026    
    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
    More Info
    Forum
    Forum
    03/15/2026    
    8:45 am - 10:15 am
    Library
    • Forum
    • Small Groups
    Forum
    Discussion Topic: The joy of making things Discussion Leader: Paula Hillard The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second [...]
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    Sunday Service
    15 Mar
    03/15/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
    • Worship Services
    Sunday Service
    More Info
    Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
    15 Mar
    03/15/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA
    • Children
    • Children & Youth
    • Elementary
    • Learning
    • Sunday School
    This Sunday Preschool - 5 have Children's Chapel after the story.  There is no K-1 OWL this week.  6-8 Grade: This class is attending Palo [...]
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    Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting
    16 Mar
    03/16/2026    
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    • Committee Meetings
    Buildings and Grounds, Online
    UUCPA Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting 7:00  - 8:30.  3rd Monday evening. Discuss projects and upkeep for the UUCPA Campus. Contacts:  Building and Grounds Committee <buildings+grounds@uucpa.org> [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-True Clarity-Saint Francis
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-True Clarity-Saint Francis
    03/18/2026    
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
    More Info
    Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
    Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
    03/18/2026    
    7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Sci Fi Fantasy
    The Sci-Fi and Fantasy Discussion Group was meeting via Zoom before it was cool! Lovers of science fiction and fantasy, at UUCPA and beyond, have [...]
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    By Your Side Singers - Practice
    18 Mar
    03/18/2026    
    7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
    Hamaker Library
    • Music
    • Small Groups
    By Your Side Singers
    Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
    More Info
    Adult Learning Journey Committee Meeting
    19 Mar
    03/19/2026    
    12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
    • Committee Meetings
    Adult Religious Education Committee
    https://www.uucpa.org/about-us/our-governance/committees/
    More Info
    Choir Practice
    19 Mar
    03/19/2026    
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Main Hall
    • Choir
    • Music
    Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
    More Info
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    03/21/2026    
    9:00 am - 10:30 am
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Meditation
    The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
    More Info
    Spring 🌱Equinox Celebration
    Spring 🌱Equinox Celebration
    03/21/2026    
    10:15 am - 11:15 am
    UUCPA
    • Special Events
    • Worship Services
    The Spring Equinox is when the growing daylight and the shrinking night are of equal length. Come share in our Spring 🌱Equinox Celebration of the [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-States of Mind-Murdoch
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-States of Mind-Murdoch
    03/21/2026    
    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
    More Info
    Forum
    Forum
    03/22/2026    
    8:45 am - 10:15 am
    Library
    • Forum
    • Small Groups
    Forum
    Discussion Topic: Three favorite trips in our lives Discussion Leader: Trisha Suppes The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on [...]
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    Sunday Service
    22 Mar
    03/22/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
    • Worship Services
    Sunday Service
    More Info
    Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
    22 Mar
    03/22/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA
    • Children
    • Children & Youth
    • Elementary
    • Learning
    • Sunday School
    Because we believe in learning by doing, a very important part of our religious education is participation, with all ages, in the first part of [...]
    More Info
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-I want you to get mad—Beale
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-I want you to get mad—Beale
    03/25/2026    
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
    More Info
    Board of Trustees meeting
    25 Mar
    03/25/2026    
    7:00 pm
    • Board of Trustees
    • Committee Meetings
    The congregation elects the Board of Trustees from among its members "to be the governing body and exercise the power of the Church" (UUCPA By-laws) [...]
    More Info
    Choir Practice
    26 Mar
    03/26/2026    
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Main Hall
    • Choir
    • Music
    Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
    More Info
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    03/28/2026    
    9:00 am - 10:30 am
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Meditation
    The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
    More Info
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-End of the clockwork universe— Ehrenreich
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-End of the clockwork universe— Ehrenreich
    03/28/2026    
    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
    More Info
    All Ages Game Night
    28 Mar
    03/28/2026    
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Room 4/5
    • Children & Youth
    • Small Groups
    Family Fun, Game Night
    Bring your favorite board game and snacks and learn a new one with your family and friends. Everyone welcome! Questions?  Contact gamenight@uucpa.org. Check out more [...]
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    Forum
    Forum
    03/29/2026    
    8:45 am - 10:15 am
    Library
    • Forum
    • Small Groups
    Forum
    Discussion Topic: Discussion of Matters of Current Local, National, & International Interest, & Selection of Forum Discussion Topics for May The Forum meets in the Fireside [...]
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    Sunday Service
    29 Mar
    03/29/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA Main Hall & Online
    • Worship Services
    Sunday Service
    More Info
    No Sunday School this week. OWL K-1 is meeting
    29 Mar
    03/29/2026    
    10:30 am - 11:30 am
    UUCPA
    • Children
    • Children & Youth
    • Elementary
    • Learning
    • Sunday School
    This Sunday Regular RE is off this Sunday, except for OWL K-1. All students not attending OWL are invited to attend service or play in [...]
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday, 4/1)-Meeting Postponed
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday, 4/1)-Meeting Postponed
    04/01/2026    
    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
    More Info
    By Your Side Singers - Practice
    01 Apr
    04/01/2026    
    7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
    Hamaker Library
    • Music
    • Small Groups
    By Your Side Singers
    Join us for warm, welcoming small-group singing of beloved songs from our hymnals and other sources. In our practice sessions, we sing together and develop [...]
    More Info
    Choir Practice
    02 Apr
    04/02/2026    
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Main Hall
    • Choir
    • Music
    Singers wanted! We can use singers on all parts. Don’t be shy – give us a try! The UUCPA choir welcomes singers of all vocal [...]
    More Info
    Campus Workday
    Campus Workday
    04/04/2026    
    9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    UUCPA
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Workday
    Date:              Usually the 1st Saturday every month Time:              9 am-Noon Location:      [...]
    More Info
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    04/04/2026    
    9:00 am - 10:30 am
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Meditation
    The Saturday morning meditation group welcomes all to join us on Zoom for meditation and conversation. Meditation time begins promptly at 9:10 and lasts for [...]
    More Info
    Resonant Reading (Saturday 4/4)-Things strong, fragile, and beautiful—Tolstoy
    Resonant Reading (Saturday 4/4)-Things strong, fragile, and beautiful—Tolstoy
    04/04/2026    
    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    • Adult
    • Learning
    • Ongoing Events
    • Small Groups
    Resonant Reading, Spiritual practice, Spotlight
    An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Saturdays, 4-5, [...]
    More Info
    Events on 02/25/2026
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Closer to Truth-Penrose
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Closer to Truth-Penrose
    25 Feb 26
    25 Feb
    Board of Trustees meeting
    25 Feb 26
    Events on 02/26/2026
    26 Feb
    Choir Practice
    26 Feb 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 02/28/2026
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    28 Feb 26
    Dancing From Within - Open Movement & Sound Bath for All Ages
    Dancing From Within - Open Movement & Sound Bath for All Ages
    28 Feb 26
    Palo Alto
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)–Spots of Time-Wordsworth
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)–Spots of Time-Wordsworth
    28 Feb 26
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    Forum
    Forum
    1 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    01 Mar
    Sunday Service
    1 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    01 Mar
    Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8, K-1 OWL
    1 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
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    02 Mar
    Membership and Growth Committee Meeting
    2 Mar 26
    02 Mar
    First Monday Film Discussion Group
    2 Mar 26
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    Brown Bag Books
    Brown Bag Books
    3 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Staying Alive-Huxley
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-Staying Alive-Huxley
    4 Mar 26
    04 Mar
    By Your Side Singers - Practice
    4 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 03/05/2026
    05 Mar
    Choir Practice
    5 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
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    Campus Workday
    Campus Workday
    7 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    7 Mar 26
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-In my end is my beginning—TS Eliot
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-In my end is my beginning—TS Eliot
    7 Mar 26
    Events on 03/08/2026
    Forum
    Forum
    8 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    08 Mar
    Sunday Service
    8 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    08 Mar
    Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8, OWL K-1
    8 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
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    09 Mar
    Finance Committee Meeting
    9 Mar 26
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    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-On Pascal’s Wager from Pursuit of Wonder
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-On Pascal’s Wager from Pursuit of Wonder
    11 Mar 26
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    12 Mar
    Choir Practice
    12 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    12 Mar
    Children and Youth Religious Education Committee meeting
    12 Mar 26
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    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    14 Mar 26
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Enmity shapes us-Armstrong
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Enmity shapes us-Armstrong
    14 Mar 26
    Events on 03/15/2026
    Forum
    Forum
    15 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    15 Mar
    Sunday Service
    15 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    15 Mar
    Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
    15 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
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    16 Mar
    Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting
    16 Mar 26
    Events on 03/18/2026
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-True Clarity-Saint Francis
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-True Clarity-Saint Francis
    18 Mar 26
    Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
    Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
    18 Mar 26
    18 Mar
    By Your Side Singers - Practice
    18 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 03/19/2026
    19 Mar
    Adult Learning Journey Committee Meeting
    19 Mar 26
    19 Mar
    Choir Practice
    19 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 03/21/2026
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    21 Mar 26
    Spring 🌱Equinox Celebration
    Spring 🌱Equinox Celebration
    21 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-States of Mind-Murdoch
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-States of Mind-Murdoch
    21 Mar 26
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    Events on 03/22/2026
    Forum
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    22 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    22 Mar
    Sunday Service
    22 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    22 Mar
    Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
    22 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
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    Events on 03/25/2026
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-I want you to get mad—Beale
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday)-I want you to get mad—Beale
    25 Mar 26
    25 Mar
    Board of Trustees meeting
    25 Mar 26
    Events on 03/26/2026
    26 Mar
    Choir Practice
    26 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 03/28/2026
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    28 Mar 26
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-End of the clockwork universe— Ehrenreich
    Resonant Reading (Saturday)-End of the clockwork universe— Ehrenreich
    28 Mar 26
    28 Mar
    All Ages Game Night
    28 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 03/29/2026
    Forum
    Forum
    29 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    29 Mar
    Sunday Service
    29 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    29 Mar
    No Sunday School this week. OWL K-1 is meeting
    29 Mar 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 04/01/2026
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday, 4/1)-Meeting Postponed
    Resonant Reading (Wednesday, 4/1)-Meeting Postponed
    1 Apr 26
    01 Apr
    By Your Side Singers - Practice
    1 Apr 26
    Palo Alto
    Events on 04/02/2026
    02 Apr
    Choir Practice
    2 Apr 26
    Palo Alto
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    Campus Workday
    Campus Workday
    4 Apr 26
    Palo Alto
    Saturday Meditation
    Saturday Meditation
    4 Apr 26
    Resonant Reading (Saturday 4/4)-Things strong, fragile, and beautiful—Tolstoy
    Resonant Reading (Saturday 4/4)-Things strong, fragile, and beautiful—Tolstoy
    4 Apr 26
     

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    Rev. Peter Farriday joins us for two years starting in August 2025 to help us discern our main needs and challenges, goals and desires, and together lay a solid foundation for the future, thriving with a new longer-term minister.

    Rev. Catherine (Cat) Boyle joined us in 2022. Embracing wonder, embracing curiosity and embracing life is her credo. Cat's background in theater shows up in her creativity in religious education, and infuses her worship with energy.

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