Family Activities 10/2/25

Wisdom Exploration at Chalice!

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Chalice Family Update

October 2, 2025


Life is Better with You: Animal Blessing

Sunday morning at 10am

with Rev. Nica Eaton

The unconditional love we receive from our animal friends and family members is a gift. In honor of all they have given us, today we offer them a blessing of love, happiness, and good health as we are reminded that our lives are so much better with them.

Join StreamYard Meeting
You can also view our Livestream on FB

This is a welcoming space for people of all ages.
Sunday’s service is am all ages service.


October 5–

Sunday’s service is an all ages service! Children and youth will join their families in blessing their animal friends alongside their Chalice community.

We will return to our WE programs on October 12 for Bagel Buddies.


Bagel Buddies is back!

During WE, children and youth will prepare bagels and supplies for the fundraiser. After the service, we will gather on the patio to sell and serve bagels and schmears to raise funds for a local organization and the WE Scholarship Fund.

It is appreciated if children and youth can please stay for 30-40 minutes after the service to help run the fundraiser as well as help with any clean up.

Having a good time doing good for the community!


Rainbow Reads for Families - in Honor LGBTQ+ History Month | Jacksonville  Public Library

“LGBTQ History Month is an annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. It was founded in 1994 by Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson.” ~ Wikipedia

Learn about some of the inspiring icons being honored this month here and here.

Meet the teacher who created LGTBQ History Month.


Banned Books Week® | Banned Books

With censorship continuing to escalate in the United States, here is one way to support free speech and keep knowledge free and accessible to everyone. Visit one of the sites below (or both!) to see how you can support Banned Books Week.

bannedbooksweek.org

American Library Association


CalHOPE Home

There is so much happening in our communities, country, and around the world that is bringing up many emotions for us all. Yes, even children. No one is immune to the trauma we are being bombarded with on a daily basis.

California has several free resources to help you and your family:

For General Support & Wellness–
CalHOPE: Provides free, confidential support and resources to help manage stress and emotional well-being, including access to trained peers and online tools for all Californians.
California Peer-Run Warm Line: Offers 24/7 support via phone or text (855-600-WARM) with trained counselors who listen and provide support.

For Crisis Situations–
988 Lifeline: Call or text 988 anytime for 24/7 free and confidential support in a mental health or substance use-related crisis.
911: If you or someone you know is in an immediate crisis, call or text 911 and explain the situation to the operator.

Specialized Support–
BrightLife Kids & Soluna: Free resources and online tools specifically for kids, parents, and caregivers.
Friendship Line California: Resources for older Californians.
NAMI California: Offers support and resources for individuals and families affected by mental illness, including advocacy and help lines.

To Find Local Resources–

211ventura.org: Resources for abuse, addiction, counseling, grief and loss, crisis response, psychiatric services, and support groups.


Our mission: Wisdom Exploration empowers and supports people of all ages to create a world of love, justice, and compassion. 

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