PSWR MLK Jr. Celebration: Sunday, January 26 @ 4-6p (Hybrid)
The Pacific Southwest Region will celebrate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a special event on Sunday, January 26, 2025. The annual event will take place at the Disciples Ministry Center in Fullerton (and will also be streamed on YouTube!). This year’s theme is “Doing the Work of Justice: God’s Righteousness Made Real.” It is based on the scripture from Isaiah 56:1(CSB-Christian Standard Bible): This is what the Lord says: ‘Preserve justice and do what is right, for my salvation is coming soon, and my righteousness will be revealed.
Featured at this year’s MLK Jr. Celebration will be Rev. Traci D. Blackmon, Founder of HopeBuilds and Former Associate General Minister from United Church of Christ. Included in the event will also be a presentation of the annual “Disciple of the Year” award to the 2025 recipient Rev. Nereyda “Neddy” Yong from First Christian Church, Pomona. Way to go, Neddy!
Crash Course Religion: Sunday, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9, & 16 after worship (In-person)
Ever wanted to discuss some of the deep (and not so deep) ideas of theology after watching a slightly nervous and incredibly sincere individual give a 12-minute overview of a theological concept or religious group? We’ve got you covered. This Epiphany season, David Fronk will be leading a short 4-week class covering 4 episodes of Crash Course Religion. These episodes include:
- “What even IS a religion?”
- “How many religions are there?”
- “What’s the difference between cults and religion?”
- “What’s the difference between religion and magic?”
The class will meet on Sundays beginning Jan. 26th after church and involve watching a roughly 12-minute episode together, discussing our thoughts on the theological ideas raised, and reading one of the primary texts used in making the episode.
The episodes and discussion are inclusive to all levels. Whether you’re a religious scholar or want to take a first step into exploring theology, you are welcome and encouraged to join, share, and listen. If you’re still not sure, feel free to take a look at a short preview of Crash Course Religion to see if it’s something that sparks your interest: https://youtu.be/O77IFewBxcg?si=7pVFaQqKCxZz6gUd
Please RSVP by calling (909-622-1144) or emailing the Church Office.
Week of Compassion Special Offering: Sunday, February 16 & 23
As the relief, refugee, and development mission fund of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Week of Compassion works with partners to alleviate suffering throughout the world. Check out some of their work below!