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Deeply Rooted.

Radically Inclusive. Curiously Christian.

 upcoming Groups & Events

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Epiphany Sunday Gathering
Jan 4
Epiphany Sunday Gathering
Anti-Racism Team Meeting
Jan 4
Anti-Racism Team Meeting

The Anti-Racism Team’s purpose is to help our church pursue its priority of becoming an antiracist congregation. That means learning about the reality of white supremacy, especially as it has been perpetuated by dominant forms of Christianity and stand for the liberation of people of color and other marginalized groups.

Sunday Gathering
Jan 11
Sunday Gathering

Join us every Sunday morning at 10 AM for live and in-person worship gatherings.

MLK Sunday Gathering, Breakfast and Training
Jan 18
MLK Sunday Gathering, Breakfast and Training

Join us for our annual MLK Sunday Service. Following Service we will have a breakfast and a training entitled “How We Can Support Our Immigrant Neighbors”

Sunday Gathering
Jan 25
Sunday Gathering

Join us every Sunday morning at 10 AM for live and in-person worship gatherings.

Belonging Class
Jan 28
Belonging Class

"Belonging" is our basic introduction to The Oceanside Sanctuary for those who are new. We will gather for 90 minutes on Zoom to cover our distinctive beliefs, practices, and programs, and answer your questions.

Sunday Gathering
Feb 1
Sunday Gathering

Join us every Sunday morning at 10 AM for live and in-person worship gatherings.

Anti-Racism Team Meeting
Feb 1
Anti-Racism Team Meeting

The Anti-Racism Team’s purpose is to help our church pursue its priority of becoming an antiracist congregation. That means learning about the reality of white supremacy, especially as it has been perpetuated by dominant forms of Christianity and stand for the liberation of people of color and other marginalized groups.

 News & Stories

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Support Our Sanctuary Pantry With A Year End Gift
Support Our Sanctuary Pantry With A Year End Gift

Dear OSC family & friends, recent political events have made it painfully clear that our government can remove food assistance at a moment’s notice. A stalled budget, another government shutdown, or a single policy change can instantly leave families without the assistance they rely on.

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Meet Author David Gushee for our Next Book Club
Meet Author David Gushee for our Next Book Club

Join us for a discussion with David Gushee, author of The Moral Teachings of Jesus, for our December Book Club Zoom: “The growing movement of post-evangelicalism highlights an opportunity to elevate and center the moral teachings of Jesus. So many of those who identify as Christian intuitively know that their old version of faith is no longer working, and they feel a theological vacuum.”

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Sanctuary Pantry's Response to Disruption in SNAP Benefits
Sanctuary Pantry's Response to Disruption in SNAP Benefits
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The Oceanside Sanctuary Will Celebrate 150 Years of Community Service and Renewal, November 22-23
The Oceanside Sanctuary Will Celebrate 150 Years of Community Service and Renewal, November 22-23

On November 21, 1875 thirteen pioneering souls started a small family church in a one-room schoolhouse near Mission San Luis Rey in what is now Oceanside, California. They called it simply, The Christian Church at San Luis Rey because it was one of the first congregations of The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) denomination in Southern California.

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Join us for our fall teaching series: Unseen Witnesses
Join us for our fall teaching series: Unseen Witnesses

The biblical narrative is often dominated by a few famous names, but what about the countless others whose stories are just as powerful? Join us starting Sunday, September 7th, at 10 am for our new fall teaching series that will explore the Bible in a whole new light.

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Announcing Our New Family Minister and Operations Manager
Announcing Our New Family Minister and Operations Manager

We have some wonderful news to share about two new additions to the OSC staff: first we are excited to announce that long-time church member CJ Palmer is joining our staff as the part-time Interim Family Minister, helping guide and grow our programs for children and youth.

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September Book Club asks "Who Is A True Christian?"
September Book Club asks "Who Is A True Christian?"

Our 2025/2026 Book Club season kicks off on September 4th with a discussion of Who Is A True Christian by theologian David Congdon. We are honored to have the author join us live on Zoom for this discussion! RSVP today to join us for this discussion and grab your copy of the book!

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We Are Searching for a Part-Time Children's Ministry Director
We Are Searching for a Part-Time Children's Ministry Director

We are looking for people who are passionate about growing an inclusive, inspiring, and impactful expression of Christian spirituality. Are you ready to join a ministry team that is making a difference?

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