Upcoming Events
Labyrinth Walk Feb. 26th Sunday 6:30-8 pm
February 9, 2012 | 
Author The Labyrinth is an ancient practice adopted by Christians in the Middle Ages as a pilgrimage walk. A large canvas is set out in our Fellowship Hall modeled after the labyrinth in the Cathedral at Chartres. Each person walks the circular path in a different manner. One person may meditate on words of scripture; another may pray a particular prayer. The physical activity of walking can be a way to quiet the mind enough to enter more fully in the presence of God.
The walk takes anywhere from 20-40 minutes. Please wear socks as shoes and barefeet are hard on the canvas. Quiet music is played during the period the labyrinth is open.
Reiki Share Feb. 18th 9:30-11:30 am
Reiki promotes stress reduction and relaxation that promotes physical healing. Reiki helps restore the body’s natural state of balance: people experience deep calm, reduction of pain and for some, spiritual wellness. It has been shown that stress is a significant contributor to illness. One of the most powerful aspects of Reiki is its ability to reduce stress.
A “Share Event” is a great way to get introduced to Reiki and also for people with Reiki experience to get a tune up. We begin with a brief introduction followed by a Healing Prayer. The rest of the time is spent in the practice of Reiki, giving and receiving for those who are interested. Wear comfortable clothes. Reiki is given through gentle touch or simply holding the hands over the body.
Come to the office entrance. We meet in the Conference Room. Questions? Call Julie Roberts-Fronk at the church, 622-1144.
Christmas Sunday Dec. 25th 10 a.m
We will celebrate Christmas on Christmas Day with worship. Lots of Christmas carols will be sung lead by the choir. A special pageant full of humor and joy will be presented. This pageant was written by Katherine Willis Pershey, a former ministerial intern at our congregation, now serving as an Associate Pastor of Family Ministries at a United Church of Christ Congregation in Illinois.
Come to church with your slippers if you like, just come and help us adore the one who brings light and life to all.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Dec. 24th at 8 p.m.
Every Christmas Eve is marked by a traditional candlelight service at First Christian Church Pomona. We hear the Christmas story from the gospel of Luke, sing many carols, hear the choir sing, share communion and form a circle of light around the perimeter of the sanctuary. Lifting our candles against the darkness, we sing Silent Night as it was first sung, with guitar accompaniment. Everyone is welcome to participate in communion in our tradition.
Join with us in worship as we celebrate the coming of Christ into our world. Light refreshments are served afterwards.
Service begins at 8 p.m. and lasts approximately one hour.
Wellness Week – Reiki
Reiki promotes relaxation and the reduction of stress both of which support physical healing. People report experiencing deep calm, reduction of pain and for some, spiritual wellness. Originating as a healing practice in Japan in the early 1900s, Reiki is a bio-energetic modality of care helping the body achieve a deeper state of balance. This balance strengthens the body’s capacity to employ its own healing responses.
Experienced Reiki practitioners, under the guidance of Reiki Teacher Julie Roberts-Fronk, will provide 30 minute sessions
Schedule
9/26: 9:30-11:00am and 6:30-8 pm, 9/27: 9:30-11 am and 6-8 pm 9/28: 6-8 pm 9/29: 9:30-11:30am and 6-9 pm 9/30: 6-8 pm 10/1: 9-11 am Walk-ins and appointments Call Church Office(909)622-1144 Tues.-Fri. 8:30-4
Longest Night Candlelight Labyrinth Walk – Dec. 21st
The Labyrinth is a spiritual walk contained within a pattern intended to draw you into an experience of God’s presence. Unlike the labyrinth’s of mythology, this Labyrinth is designed after the one in the Cathedral in Chartres, France. There are no dead ends, only a gentle path to the center.
The candlelight walk is provided this Dec. 21st 7-9 P.M. to provide space for you to breathe in the midst of the hectic activity by which we are surrounded. Come and make space for quiet, for a deeper preparation for Christmas. Come and lay down whatever burdens weigh you down.
Additionally, Reiki practitioners in our congregation will be available to provide Reiki. You may choose to receive Reiki before, after or instead of your walk on the Labyrinth. Reiki provides a sense of calm and relaxation, helping our bodies recover from the stress they experience.
Whether your prayers are for the world, your family, yourself or all of the above, come pray the Labyrinth with us.
Advent Painting
Each week in worship, a new image is added to the painting. The images are from the readings from Isaiah. There is also an art installment of photographs in the entry way echoing the image in worship.
The first week of Advent is the mountain of the Lord: Isaiah 2:1-5
The second week of Advent is the tree that grows out of the stump of Jesse: Isaiah 11:1-10
Artist: Cristina Kurtek
Logos Parent Meeting
Title: Logos Parent Meeting
Location: Fellowship Hall
Description: Register for Logos, educational ministry for children and youth, K-12
Start Time: 19:00
Date: 2010-09-29