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Weekly Worship Services

Sundays at 10:15 am, in person and online

Sunday, July 5, 2026

Worship Leader: Gary Rosin

Worship Associate: Matt Rosin

Special Music: Thomas Shoebottom, cello/piano

If you prefer to join the community of those attending online, there are two options. One, join the service via Zoom bit.ly/uucpa_service_1030am_v3. To get the passcode, email sundayservice@uucpa.org or call UUCPA’s outgoing voicemail message, 650-494-0541. … read more.

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Sunday, July 5, 2026

Worship Leader: Gary Rosin

Worship Associate: Matt Rosin

Special Music: Thomas Shoebottom, cello/piano

If you prefer to join the community of those attending online, there are two options. One, join the service via Zoom bit.ly/uucpa_service_1030am_v3. To get the passcode, email sundayservice@uucpa.org or call UUCPA’s outgoing voicemail message, 650-494-0541. … read more.

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Upcoming Events

01 Jun

Justice Partner - Peninsula Food Runners

06/01/2026 - 06/30/2026
All Day
01 Jul

Justice Partner - Peninsula Interfaith Climate Action (PICA)

07/01/2026 - 07/31/2026
All Day
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)—Emily Dickenson, Poems: Third Series

Resonant Reading (Wednesday)—Emily Dickenson, Poems: Third Series

07/01/2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Campus Workday

Campus Workday

07/03/2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
UUCPA
Resonant Reading (Saturday)—William Stafford, The Way It Is

Resonant Reading (Saturday)—William Stafford, The Way It Is

07/04/2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Forum

Forum Tipping points in your life

07/05/2026
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
05 Jul

UUCPA Summer Sunday School for All Ages

07/05/2026
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
Thriving Together - A Health & Wellness Support Group (in-person)

Thriving Together - A Health & Wellness Support Group (in-person)

07/05/2026
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
Fireside Room
Green Sanctuary Committee Meeting

Green Sanctuary Committee Meeting

07/05/2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
04/29/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Wednesdays, 12-1. [...]
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Choir Practice
30 Apr
04/30/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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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Justice Partner - American Muslim Voice (AMV)
01 May
05/01/2026 - 05/31/2026    
All Day
The Justice Partner for May is American Muslim Voice (AMV). AMV is local grassroots, nonviolent, inclusive, civil, immigrant and human rights organization. AMV hosts open [...]
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Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at First Pres
01 May
05/01/2026    
8:45 am - 10:00 am
First Presbyterian Church Palo Alto
Gather together to draw strength in community with prayers, songs, fellowship & nourishment as we demonstrate our resistance to current policies of cruelty, injustice and [...]
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Campus Workday
Campus Workday
05/02/2026    
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
UUCPA
Date:              Usually the 1st Saturday every month Time:              9 am-Noon Location:      [...]
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Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
05/02/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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)-Views about views-Fronsdal
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Views about views-Fronsdal
05/02/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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
05/03/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
Discussion Topic: What makes demonstrations work? Discussion Leader: Susan Owicki The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second [...]
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Sunday Service
03 May
05/03/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
03 May
05/03/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
Join us this Sunday to celebrate May Day led by UUCPA Community Minister and Mom to CYRE Kids Doyle and Margo Rev. Jen Dillinger! Join [...]
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Membership and Growth Committee Meeting
04 May
05/04/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Membership & Growth Committee group generally meets on the first Monday at 12:00pm via Zoom.
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First Monday Film Discussion Group
04 May
05/04/2026    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
We gather via video conference on the first Monday of the month for an hour-long discussion of a movie we have chosen and each watched [...]
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Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
05/05/2026    
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Hamaker Library
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)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
05/06/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Wednesdays, 12-1. [...]
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By Your Side Singers - Practice
06 May
05/06/2026    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
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
07 May
05/07/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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
05/09/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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)-Who We Are-Moore
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Who We Are-Moore
05/09/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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
05/10/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Fireside Room
Discussion Topic: Cut the cord (living without cable TV) Discussion Leader: Scott Wakefield The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, [...]
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Sunday Service
10 May
05/10/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
10 May
05/10/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
This Sunday Join us this Sunday for a Mother's Day service led by Rev. Cat 10:30 AM - 4- 6 OWL meets in Room 4-5 [...]
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Finance Committee Meeting
11 May
05/11/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
https://www.uucpa.org/about-us/our-governance/committees/
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Staff Relations Committee Meeting
12 May
05/12/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Virtual meeting of Staff Relations Committee.   Please email staff-relations@uucpa.org if you have a need to contact us.  
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
05/13/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Wednesdays, 12-1. [...]
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Choir Practice
14 May
05/14/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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
14 May
05/14/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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
05/16/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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)-Materialism and Subjectivity-Karr
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Materialism and Subjectivity-Karr
05/16/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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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All Ages Game Night
16 May
05/16/2026    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Room 4/5
Bring your favorite board game and snacks and learn a new one with your family and friends. Everyone welcome! Questions?  Contact Rev. Cat. Check out [...]
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Forum
Forum
05/17/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
Discussion Topic: Cogent remarks that you use or enjoy Discussion Leader: Dick Duda The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, [...]
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Sunday Service
17 May
05/17/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Craft Chapel for children and youth preK through grade 8, OWL 4-6
17 May
05/17/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
This Sunday 4-6 OWL meets at 10:30 AM in Room 4-5. 10:30 AM - All ages are invited to participate in Craft Chapel after the [...]
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Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting
18 May
05/18/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
05/20/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Wednesdays, 12-1. [...]
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Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
05/20/2026    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
On May 20, 2026, 7-8:00, we'll discuss the 2023 movie “Jules” From Rotten Tomatoes: Jules follows Milton (Ben Kingsley) who lives a quiet life of [...]
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By Your Side Singers - Practice
20 May
05/20/2026    
7:30 pm - 8:45 pm
Hamaker Library
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
21 May
05/21/2026    
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
https://www.uucpa.org/about-us/our-governance/committees/
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Choir Practice
21 May
05/21/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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
05/23/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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)-Clearing-Postlethwaite
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Clearing-Postlethwaite
05/23/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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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Parents Night Out!
23 May
05/23/2026    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Room 4/5
Parents deserve a break! Let UUCPA take care of dinner and childcare while you go out on the town every fourth Saturday (holidays excluded), usually [...]
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Forum
Forum
05/24/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
Discussion Topic: Favorite trips/vacations, Version 2 Discussion Leader: Sarah Doxiadis The Forum meets in the Fireside Room, as well as by Zoom, on the second Sunday [...]
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Sunday Service
24 May
05/24/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8 & OWL 4-6
24 May
05/24/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
This Sunday 10:30 AM OWL 4-6 meets in Room 4-5. 10:45 AM Summer Sunday School starts after the story in the Main Hall, join us [...]
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Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
05/27/2026    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
An exploration of ideas, feelings, and our life experiences, using a different short reading as our springboard each time. The sessions are on Wednesdays, 12-1. [...]
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Board of Trustees meeting
27 May
05/27/2026    
7:00 pm
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
28 May
05/28/2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Main Hall
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
05/30/2026    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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)-I miss civilization-Robinson
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-I miss civilization-Robinson
05/30/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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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Full 🌕 Moon labyrinth walk
Full 🌕 Moon labyrinth walk
05/30/2026    
9:00 pm - 9:15 pm
I'm hosting a labyrinth walk under the full moon* at 9 PM at UUCPA on Saturday May 30. Show up to participate. Overcast sky cancels. [...]
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Forum
Forum
05/31/2026    
8:45 am - 10:15 am
Library
Discussion Topic: Discussion of Matters of Current Local, National, & International Interest, & Selection of Forum Discussion Topics for July The Forum meets in the Fireside [...]
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Sunday Service - Flower Communion
31 May
05/31/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA Main Hall & Online
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Intergenerational Flower Communion Service, no Sunday School (OWL 4-6 will meet)
31 May
05/31/2026    
10:30 am - 11:30 am
UUCPA
Join us for Flower Communion this Sunday at 10:30 AM. Bring flowers to share but if you forget, we'll have plenty. Childcare will be available. [...]
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Events on 04/29/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
29 Apr 26
Events on 04/30/2026
30 Apr
Choir Practice
30 Apr 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/01/2026
01 May
Justice Partner - American Muslim Voice (AMV)
1 May 26
01 May
Interfaith Prayer Breakfast at First Pres
1 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/02/2026
Campus Workday
Campus Workday
2 May 26
Palo Alto
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
2 May 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Views about views-Fronsdal
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Views about views-Fronsdal
2 May 26
Events on 05/03/2026
Forum
Forum
3 May 26
Palo Alto
03 May
Sunday Service
3 May 26
Palo Alto
03 May
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
3 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/04/2026
04 May
Membership and Growth Committee Meeting
4 May 26
04 May
First Monday Film Discussion Group
4 May 26
Events on 05/05/2026
Brown Bag Books
Brown Bag Books
5 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/06/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
6 May 26
06 May
By Your Side Singers - Practice
6 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/07/2026
07 May
Choir Practice
7 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/09/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
9 May 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Who We Are-Moore
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Who We Are-Moore
9 May 26
Events on 05/10/2026
Forum
Forum
10 May 26
Palo Alto
10 May
Sunday Service
10 May 26
Palo Alto
10 May
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8
10 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/11/2026
11 May
Finance Committee Meeting
11 May 26
Events on 05/12/2026
12 May
Staff Relations Committee Meeting
12 May 26
Events on 05/13/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
13 May 26
Events on 05/14/2026
14 May
Choir Practice
14 May 26
Palo Alto
14 May
Children and Youth Religious Education Committee meeting
14 May 26
Events on 05/16/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
16 May 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Materialism and Subjectivity-Karr
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Materialism and Subjectivity-Karr
16 May 26
16 May
All Ages Game Night
16 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/17/2026
Forum
Forum
17 May 26
Palo Alto
17 May
Sunday Service
17 May 26
Palo Alto
17 May
Craft Chapel for children and youth preK through grade 8, OWL 4-6
17 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/18/2026
18 May
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting
18 May 26
Events on 05/20/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
20 May 26
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
Sci-Fi / Fantasy Discussion Group
20 May 26
20 May
By Your Side Singers - Practice
20 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/21/2026
21 May
Adult Learning Journey Committee Meeting
21 May 26
21 May
Choir Practice
21 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/23/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
23 May 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Clearing-Postlethwaite
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-Clearing-Postlethwaite
23 May 26
23 May
Parents Night Out!
23 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/24/2026
Forum
Forum
24 May 26
Palo Alto
24 May
Sunday Service
24 May 26
Palo Alto
24 May
Sunday School for children and youth preK through grade 8 & OWL 4-6
24 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/27/2026
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
Resonant Reading (Wednesday)
27 May 26
27 May
Board of Trustees meeting
27 May 26
Events on 05/28/2026
28 May
Choir Practice
28 May 26
Palo Alto
Events on 05/30/2026
Saturday Meditation
Saturday Meditation
30 May 26
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-I miss civilization-Robinson
Resonant Reading (Saturday)-I miss civilization-Robinson
30 May 26
Full 🌕 Moon labyrinth walk
Full 🌕 Moon labyrinth walk
30 May 26
Events on 05/31/2026
Forum
Forum
31 May 26
Palo Alto
31 May
Sunday Service - Flower Communion
31 May 26
Palo Alto
31 May
Intergenerational Flower Communion Service, no Sunday School (OWL 4-6 will meet)
31 May 26
Palo Alto

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