September 29, Noon-1:30pm in the CCSM Community Room Lunch & Childcare Provided! We get that parenting is tricky in today’s world. It can be stressful in all sorts of ways, and hard to figure out how to raise kids who are empathetic and grounded, and to balance your own career, family, relationships, aging parents, heath, community, faith, and more. We … Read More

This will be a morning to lift your spirit. Join us in the 10:30am worship service with special musical guest SOLSTICE: A Female Vocal Ensemble. Bay Area Regional Champions and national third-place winners of the 2007 Harmony Sweepstakes A Cappella Festival, Solstice has enthralled audiences with their technically precise and passionate treatment of music for women’s voices since 1996.  Their … Read More

Solstice: A Female Vocal Ensemble will return to CCSM on September 29 for a special musical offering as part of the 10:30am worship service. Solstice has enthralled audiences with their technically precise and passionate treatment of music for women’s voices since 1996. Each Solstice member brings her own musical tastes and talents to the group, which creates a diverse, dynamic … Read More

Sunday, October 13, 7:00pm Come join us for a special visit from author, speaker, activist, and public theologian Brian McLaren. He is a passionate advocate for “a new kind of Christianity” – just, generous, and working with people of all faiths for the common good. His topic will be Faith Beyond Doubt and the Future of the Church, in conversation … Read More

MSJ presents a three-part series on Gun Violence Prevention. Please join us at noon after church to learn about and discuss this important topic! September 29—PART II:  Guns, the Military and Law Enforcement with Ago Pedalizo. We will discuss the concept of active non-violence as a form of resistance against gun violence and how this manifests in different forms of … Read More

There is still time to offer a party for Pick-A-Party, our church’s annual fundraiser. Hosting a party is a fun way to get better acquainted with other church friends while helping generate funds for CCSM.  There are many wonderful ways to throw a party.  In fact, we’ve listed 50 party ideas at the “Party Ideas” link on the Pick-A-Party page … Read More

Friday, October 11 • 7:30 pm – National Coming Out Day Music by Chroma & The Congregational Church of San Mateo present Michael Strelo-Smith, Baritone with Heather Waid, Piano at CCSM Freewill donation with proceeds to support LifeMoves New Haven Inn, an inclusive shelter in San Jose with focused support for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and to further the … Read More

October 1 • 7:30pm Fireplace Room First Tuesday Book Group will end the year with Michelle Obama’s personal memoir, Becoming. Described by the author as a deeply personal experience, the book talks about her roots and how she found her voice, as well as her time in the White House, her public health campaign, and her role as a mother. … Read More

Second Hour Sundays bring important topics for learning and discussion at noon following the Sunday service. On September 15 we will present Exploring the Homeless Crisis in San Mateo & Santa Clara Counties with Dr. Brian Greenberg, Ph.D., VP of Programs & Services, LifeMoves Things are changing rapidly as the economy puts pressure on those in our communities living paycheck … Read More

A barbeque? A tea party? A book reading? A hike? What type of Pick-A-Party will you host this year? CCSM’s 21st annual “Pick-A-Party” fundraiser, set for October 20th, is officially underway. To offer a party, think of something you enjoy doing and then build a party or activity around your idea. While dinner parties are popular, there are many wonderful … Read More

Is your family signed up for a photo session for CCSM’s upcoming Pictorial Directory update?  We hope so!  (If you like your current Lifetouch photo, you don’t need a new photo taken. You will still get an updated directory.) Photos will be taken at CCSM on Friday, September 6th (2:00-9:00 pm) and Saturday, September 7th (10:00am-6:00pm).  A new day, Monday, … Read More

Friday, September 13 • Noon • Buckham Room To start the new season off, we are thrilled to have Penny Nixon give a report on her recent travels to Northern Ireland. We know you’ll want to be sure and hear the interesting details of this special trip. (This is a date change from the third to the second Friday.) As … Read More

Homecoming Sunday, September 8 Homecoming is all about family, sharing, and fellowship. To create a gathering which embodies those elements, we’ll celebrate this year’s Homecoming Sunday with a potluck. We are not assigning food items by alphabet, but instead are inviting you to dig deep into your memories and your recipe boxes for dishes that represent home, family, welcome, and … Read More

Second Hour Sunday August 4 • Noon, Buckham Room Don’t miss this presentation on the history of immigration and the current immigration policies. What has changed over the last few years? How is this impacting everything we are reading about? Is there a path for legal immigration? These questions and more will be answered by USF Professor Dr. Bill Hing. … Read More

Sunday, July 28 • 9:30-10:15am Come hear Mike Armacost speak on A “World’s-Eye” View. Mike worked in government for 24 years, with service at the State Department, the Pentagon, and the National Security Council, and was Chief of Mission in Manila and Tokyo. From his expansive knowledge and experience, he’ll focus in this talk on major current developments in East … Read More