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Deeply Rooted.

Radically Inclusive. Curiously Christian.

 upcoming Groups & Events

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Zoom Book Club
Apr 3
Zoom Book Club

This Months Selection is “Policing White Supremacy” By Mike German

Sunday Gathering
Apr 6
Sunday Gathering

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

Living Undivided: Racial Healing Learning Group
Apr 9
Living Undivided: Racial Healing Learning Group

Living Undivided is a new anti-racism learning group at OSC based on the book by Chuck Mingo and Troy Jackson. Led by our anti-racism team, this group will meet for seven session (including the orientation) on Zoom over twelve weeks to learn and grow together in how to live more effectvely and authentically for racial healing and racial justice as Christians.

Sunday Gathering
Apr 13
Sunday Gathering

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

Pub Theology
Apr 16
Pub Theology

Join us every third Wednesday night for dinner and an open-minded, boundary-busting, justice-oriented dialogues on faith, theology, and how we live in light of Jesus’ teaching! Once each month we will gather at Beer Town in Oceanside at 507 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.

Good Friday Feast
Apr 18
Good Friday Feast

Join us for our first ever Good Friday fish fry! Our Good Friday worship service will be at 6 PM, followed by a fish taco feast and family activities!

Easter Sunday Gathering 9am
Apr 20
Easter Sunday Gathering 9am

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

Easter Sunday Gathering 11am
Apr 20
Easter Sunday Gathering 11am

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

 News & Stories

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Journey Through Lent: Lenten Practice Calendar

Lent is a season for reflection, renewal, and spiritual growth—and we have a free Lenten Practices Calendar to guide you through it! Created by Traci Smith, author of the Faithful Families series, this calendar is designed for all ages, offering simple yet meaningful practices that individuals, families, and communities can engage with together.

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Exciting Changes for Our Youngest Kids!
Exciting Changes for Our Youngest Kids!

Exciting news for our youngest kids! Starting in March, our toddlers and pre-K kids (ages 2-4) will have their own dedicated classroom for play, learning, and age-appropriate spiritual formation. This change creates a calmer nursery for infants while helping toddlers transition into their own space. Join us on March 9 & 30 as we launch this new class!

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Join Our Next Belonging Class on Feb 9 or 10
Join Our Next Belonging Class on Feb 9 or 10

"Belonging" is our basic introduction to The Oceanside Sanctuary for those who are new. We will gather for 90 minutes to cover our distinctive beliefs, practices, and programs, and answer your questions. Lunch and childcare are included for the Sunday session.

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L.A. Fire Relief Needs & Resources
L.A. Fire Relief Needs & Resources

Five major fires in Los Angeles continue to be devastating on a historic scale. As of today, it is estimated that over 11 people have been killed and 37,000 acres have been burned. As residents of North San Diego County, many OSC members have friends and family in the L.A. area who are suffering and displaced by this disaster…

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Join Us For A Special Epiphany Sunday
Join Us For A Special Epiphany Sunday

Join us on January 5th at 10 AM for our first ever "Twelfth Morning" Sunday gathering to celebrate Epiphany, the final day of the “twelve days of Christmas” also known as the season of Christmastide! This special service will involve lots of fun and activities for all ages:

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Check Out the Pics from Our Annual Food Pantry Christmas Giveaway!
Check Out the Pics from Our Annual Food Pantry Christmas Giveaway!

Our annual Food Pantry Christmas Giveaway was a blast! Thanks so much to all who bought gifts for our families and volunteered to help with the giveaway! Check out the slideshow below!

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Thank You For Making Our Year-End Fundraiser A Success!
Thank You For Making Our Year-End Fundraiser A Success!

From the whole staff at the Oceanside Sanctuary, we want to thank you for making our annual year-end fund drive a success! Our goal was to raise $50,000 to support our Community Impact programs, and you helped us exceed that goal by raising $53,127!

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Mission 2030 Begins Now!
Mission 2030 Begins Now!

Mission 2030 has begun! As 2025 kicks off this week, we think our 150th year is the perfect time to empower our entire congregation to dream about what The Oceanside Sanctuary can become next. We are looking forward to dreaming together with you in the coming year.

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