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900 Cabrillo Highway North 
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
​(650) 726-9293

A Spiritual Oasis where all are welcome

Mission Statement
Coastside Lutheran Church is a spiritual harbor where all, without exception, are welcome and accepted with open arms. We are fed and grow by sharing in the grace of God through Jesus Christ, so we can go out to serve the community inspired by the
Holy Spirit.


Affirmation of Welcome
We seek to provide a loving community to everyone regardless of sex, race, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, physical or mental ability, age, or station of life. We are a Reconciling in Christ congregation.
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All public gatherings of any kind are postponed until further notice.
 
​SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP VIA ZOOM @ 10 AM with fellowship after 
Every Sunday experience virtual Holy Communion ​​where ALL are welcome without exception!

Zoom link for worship and fellowship:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84381518830?pwd=aVdLbXBkWWNiTHJFYUVWc1JsOGhuQT09  
dial in:   +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 843 8151 8830 Password: 656832

Zoom Sunday mornings at 10am for worship or view any time from our website or Facebook page. 

Be sure to join our Zoom link on Thursdays  through 3/25 at 7pm for Taize Evening Prayer. 

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During this difficult time, we ask that you consider donating to CLC to keep our staff and programs going during this "shelter-in-place". Your financial contributions are much appreciated. You can donate via check (mailed to 900 Cabrillo Hwy N, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019) or with the PayPal link below. Read our giving letter from our Council President HERE. Thank you & God Bless.
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Keep in touch--see current newsletter for details


Women's Daytime Gathering is @ 2 pm via zoom every second Tuesday.
Every 2nd Tuesday each month. We have new zoom link and passcode.
Theme for January/February is "Journey with Angels" - see the Newsletter for additional details

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85211109648?pwd=QU9CNXhrcThUSXZvMzV4ZjhHeDRUZz09
Dial by your location: +1-669-900-9128. Meeting ID: 852 1110 9648. Passcode: 150680


Diverse Stories Discussion Group – 4th Thursday of the month 
 Born a Crime, the autobiography of Trevor Noah 

Trevor tells his unlikely story of his boyhood life as a multi-racial child during Apartheid in South Africa.

Meets 12-1:30 pm Via Zoom  https://us04web.zoom.us/j/331354783 
Dial by your location: +1 720 707 2699  Meeting ID: 331 354 783

Check out the February 2021 Newsletter for more information!  

ELCA reaffirms its commitment to combat racism and white supremacy:

 https://www.elca.org/News-and-Events/8039?_ga=2.203446617.875481088.1604845974-1493876312.1604845974 

Here is a link to our other Social statements and policies: 
 https://www.elca.org/Resources/Faith-and-Society 

CLC providing sandwiches on Friday for the hungry via Abundant Grace!
If you would be willing to donate cheese and meat for the sandwiches (packaged cookies would be fun too!) or would like to help make sandwiches, please contact Marian: melacey@pacbell.net



Here are uplifting links you may find helpful while we shelter in place.
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PRAY AS YOU GO--10 minute daily devotions of song, scripture, and meditation
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Salt Project weekly commentary, poem, & almanac on Sunday readings 

Wednesday Evening worship with The MANY 6 pm PST   

Holding On to Hope National Prayer Service
ELCA Bishop Eaton joins other religious leaders in a worship for healing and wholeness for our Nation. 

Learn about ways you can be an anti-racist on our Resource Page
(or click here to Download List of Recommended Books/Films as a PDF)


Online connection for those in recovery

Family Sunday School lessons from SparkHouse Publishers

900 Cabrillo Highway North, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
​Office: (650) 726-9293
info@coastsidelutheran.org

Advent Season, A New Year

11/30/2018

 
A New Year Begins with Advent
 
Happy New Year! Advent is here and a new church year begins. As ELCA Christians who follow the 3 year lectionary and seasons of the church, our calendar works a little differently. We experience a fresh new start NOW prior to Christmas or New Year’s Eve. Our year begins with Advent--preparing for the birth of Christ anew in our hearts, our homes, and communities.  
                I love Advent! Like Pr. Sue shared yesterday, I too love the vibrancy and beauty of the blue in this season. I love focusing on a new gospel. This year 3 is the gospel of Luke--a gospel with moving, thought-provoking, unique stories often known beyond those who know and follow Jesus, like the “The Prodigal Son” (or what I like to call it: “Two Sons and a Father”). As your pastor, merely changing the season enlivens me; yet beginning the new year gives an added freshness to it, especially since Advent is so rich in it’s story, symbolism, and intent to prepare us for the coming of Christ and Christmas. It’s a powerful moment in the life of the Christian Church which flies by so quickly. There is so much to do in December! Having a season that reminds us to take the time to center and pay attention to the wonders all around us can tremendously help us to not get too caught up in our lists of all we need ‘to do.’
                Advent is a time to stop a moment and enjoy a nice hot beverage on a cold winter morning or before going to bed. Advent is a time to light candles as we move towards Christmas and read daily devotions and scripture that celebrate God’s love for us and presence in all ways. Advent is a time to enjoy the sparkling colored lights and various holiday celebrations with tasty foods and opportunity to enjoy loved ones near and far. Advent is a time of giving and receiving, setting the pace for a year, a lifetime of such giving and receiving.
                Advent is a time for worship. Last night we began Holden Evening Prayer for Advent. It’s like a warm blanket for me--the words, the music, the community engagement. I love how it recognizes the rhythm of our days, helping us transition from day into night. I love how the readings for reflection recognize the struggle of being human while inviting us to trust in the One who will never let us down. I love how this worship speaks in a special way to this time of year. Maybe it’s because Advent was when I first exposed a congregation to it or because winter is so clearly on its way. Or maybe, it’s because singing the words of Mary during Advent makes them alive in a way no other season can. It’s a lovely addition to Advent. I highly recommend it (Thursdays, 7 pm). And, if you’d like to continue it in Epiphany, we can! There’s something about this mid-week worship that brings meaning to winter and a new year.
                Advent is here; a new church year has begun. The Holy Spirit is at work, making all things new with fresh possibility and new challenge. This Sunday at our congregational budget meeting, we will vote on a 2019 budget that has again been prepared as transparent, honest, and wise as possible, recognizing shortfall this year while being clear about what matters to us and what seems to be God’s call for us in the days ahead.  We will also vote on whether or not to proceed in splitting my call as your pastor into 2 part-time calls utilizing the gifts, wisdom, and spirited faith of two people to serve this congregation in 1 full time call.  I’ve done this ministry before and I love it! It’s rich, vibrant, and engaging for all involved. There’s a reason Jesus sends out disciples two by two. Shared ministry is powerful!  That’s why we as ELCA Lutherans have such emphasis on shared ministry between laity and clergy. Collaboration works! May we all stop and wonder, center and be, pay attention and see the wonders of this Advent season.   
               

In Christ,

​Pastor Dawn Teuthorn, your grateful Pastor of Coastside Lutheran Church   
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