Wisdom Exploration at Chalice!

A place for wonder. A place for fun.

Welcome, welcome everyone!

Chalice Family Update

July 26, 2026

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Staying open in a Hurtful World

Sunday morning at 10am

with Reverend Nica Eaton

In a time of uncertainty, conflict, and emotional exhaustion, many of us wonder how to stay compassionate without becoming overwhelmed. Drawing on personal story, spiritual wisdom, and the UUA’s invitation to “meet the moment,” Rev. Nica reflects on how we can face life’s heartbreak and hurt with honesty and compassion, while still making room for joy, wonder, and hope.

Register StreamYard Meeting
You can also view our Livestream on FB

This is a welcoming space for people of all ages.
Children and youth have the option of staying for the entirety of the service or joining the Sunday WE program upstairs partway through.

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July 26–

Summer Fun! – Come plant something new with Sam and Nancy this Sunday!

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>>>Registration is NOW OPEN!<<<

Summer Camps at de Benneville Pines

Summer Break Camp for Adults      August 6 – August 10

LARPing Games Camp      August 14 – August 16
LARP (Live Action Role Play) is for families and independent campers.

UU Young Adults (YA) Camp      August 14 – August 17

Save the Date! – October 2-4 Chalice Family Retreat

registration coming soon

How will you enjoy the mountain top this summer?

Visit uucamp.org to learn more about Camp de Benneville Pines.

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Visit the Chalice Booth at VC Pride 2026

Music, booths, food trucks, and a whole lot of joy will be found at VC Pride this Saturday, July 25, 11am – 5pm. Flex your pride and show your support at this all ages event! Plaza Park, 651 E. Thompson Blvd., Ventura. 

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Plans are underway for the new year! Amazing programs for children and youth are coming together. Rooms are shifting and adapting to accommodate our growing WE program, as well as create shareable spaces.

On Sunday, August 9, we could use some helping hands after the service! Larger furniture, like couches and tables, stacks of chairs, shelves, and some art need to be shifted around some of the rooms upstairs. Any assistance would be welcome! Email Sam at dre@chaliceuu.org with questions or to let her know you are available.

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Hot off the presses!

The 2026-2027 Wisdom Exploration brochure is out August 1st! Pick up your copy for a list of important dates, see what programs are offered, and to keep important contacts handy. Take a few and hand the extras out to friends who might find joy in our community! 

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