Join The Collective Table as we continue our conversation with Rev. Dr. Terri Hord Owens, exploring what it means to be an anti-racist church, share power, and reimagine Christian community in the 21st century.
Season 10, Episode 5: At the Table with Terri Hord Owens (Part 1)
In this episode of The Collective Table Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Terri Hord Owens, the General Minister and President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and Canada—the first Black woman to lead a mainline Christian denomination in North America. A passionate advocate for justice, inclusion, and faith-driven transformation, Rev. Hord Owens brings a powerful voice to our ongoing series, The 50.5%, which explores the experiences and leadership of women in faith communities.
Bonus Podcast Episode: A Powerful Conversation with Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney
Season 10, Episode 4: Dear Mama God with Daneen Akers (Part 2)
In part two of our conversation with Daneen Akers, author of Dear Mama God, we explore how expanding our language for God shapes faith, inclusion, and justice. We discuss the power of maternal imagery, why inclusive theology matters for everyone, and how joy is an act of resistance. Plus, enter to win a free copy of Dear Mama God! Listen now.
Calling All Cooks & Helping Hands!
Calling All Cooks & Helping Hands!
We need volunteers to help cook and serve at Oceanside Sanctuary’s Good Friday Service & Family Event – California Fish Fry!
A California Fish Fry is our West Coast twist on a classic tradition: featuring delicious fish tacos, beans and rice.
If you love to cook and serve others, this is your chance to be part of something special. We’re looking for volunteers to help with food prep, cooking, and serving as we create a warm and welcoming space for all.
Date: Good Friday
Location: Oceanside Sanctuary
Event: California Fish Fry – Fish Tacos
We’re also looking for passionate cooks to join us for future feasts and community meals, if you love being in the kitchen and serving others, we’d love to have you!
Sign up today and be part of this wonderful tradition.
Thank you for sharing your gifts and helping us feed both body and soul!
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.
Season 10, Episode 3: Dear Mama God with Daneen Akers (Part 1)
In this week’s episode of The Collective Table, we are thrilled to share part one of our conversation with Daneen Akers, author of Dear Mama God. Daneen is a writer, teacher, filmmaker, and mother who deeply believes in the power of storytelling to shape faith, identity, and belonging. Her work invites us to expand our understanding of God, embracing the Divine Feminine as a source of healing, justice, and connection.
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!
Season 10, Episode 2: Wil Gafney & The Sanctified Imagination (Pt. II)
This week on The Collective Table, we are thrilled to bring you part TWO of our conversation with the brilliant Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney, renowned biblical scholar, theologian, and author. If you haven’t listened to part one yet, we highly recommend starting there before diving into today’s episode! In this episode, Claire, Jason, and Dr. Gafney explore the “monstrosity” of God, the erasure of women in archaeological records, and more.
Season 10, Episode 1: Wil Gafney & The Sanctified Imagination (Pt. I)
This week on The Collective Table, we’re thrilled to bring you part one of our conversation with the brilliant Rev. Dr. Wil Gafney, renowned biblical scholar, theologian, and author. Dr. Gafney invites us to explore the transformative practice of reading Scripture with a sanctified imagination—a way of engaging the Bible that challenges patriarchal and colonial interpretations while uncovering the richness of diverse perspectives.