The Way of the Cross
The Way of the Cross is an interactive contemplative experience focused on the seven phrases uttered by Jesus as he hung on the cross. You are invited to enter any time between 5:30pm and 8:00pm, and you should probably plan on an hour or two (so earlier is best so you won’t be rushed). Please note that upon entry, we request that you remain in silence so as not to distract others. Guests are welcome. [Childcare will be available upon…
Palm Sunday
Welcome, and thanks for checking out our community! Our Palm Sunday service will be Sunday, April 2nd at 10:30am both in person and live online via our Facebook Page. MASKS:Liminal Church of Ventura is aligning with the mask regulations that are currently in place per the County of Ventura and the state of California. Masks are recommended indoors but no longer required, regardless of vaccination status. 🚨 If you do test positive for COVID-19 🚨 after recently attending a service…
REGENERATE: Scripture Studies in Pursuit of Jesus
This study is designed for challenging yet rewarding mutual discovery – perhaps re-discovery – of the Bible in a setting where we take a “beginner’s mind” approach to the continuing relevance of its words, stories, and themes. This is an excellent place to dabble or go as deep as you wish in a group committed to openness and curiosity. We’ll discuss its history, teachings, and meaning from cover to cover. At the center and throughout is an ongoing look at…
Black History Month Movie Discussion
We will be joining with The Jesus Collective (Dr. David Moore’s online community) to discuss the movie, “Coded Bias.” This documentary follows Dr. Buolamwini who discovered racial and gender bias in facial recognition software while doing research at MIT and investigates how such bias permeates the technology all around us. Join us to discuss the movie, hear each other’s unique experiences, and challenge our own unconscious biases. Discussion: Wednesday, March 1, 7pm-8pm – via Zoom (Optional Watch Party: Tuesday, February…
Ash Wednesday Service
Our Ash Wednesday service includes art reflections, liturgy, and making the sign of the cross with ashes on forehead. Formally called, the imposition of the ashes. The Ash Wednesday service kicks off our Lenten meditation theme of Luminous Darkness. Please join us on February 22nd from 7pm to 8pm for this memorable service, happening in person at Liminal Church and also available as a live stream on our Facebook Page.
2023 HENRI JM NOUWEN SERIES
The inspiration of Henri JM Nouwen (pronounced “Now-in”) will be the focus of a 3-book series throughout 2023. The late Nouwen’s spirituality resonates even more today than ever for its ability to invite healing through God’s unfailing love wherever division and fragmentation are encountered. For more about Nouwen and his growing relevance more than 25 years after his death, please visit the following website: https://henrinouwen.org The Wounded Healer: Book & Discussion “What does it mean to be a minister in our contemporary…
ENVISIONING 2023: An Artistic Exploration of the Lord’s Prayer
Update:Class Closed Thank you for your interest in this Equipping Class. Unfortunately it is now closed, but be sure to check back for future Equipping Class options! Join us Sunday mornings as we follow Jesus’ simple but timeless model of prayer to artfully create a template for the spiritual growth we see for ourselves in the year ahead. With the guidance of one of our community’s artists, Meredith, your artfully expressed insights, inspired by contemplative interaction with the Lord’s Prayer,…
Discover Liminal
If you’re new or new-ish to our community, we’d like to invite you to an event to learn more about who Liminal is. We’ll share some of Liminal’s story, go over our Mission, Vision, and Values, introduce various members of our Leadership Team, and be available for questions. And if you’re open to sharing, we’d love to hear some of your stories as well! This will occur on Sunday, January 22, after the morning’s service (around 11:30 am). You can join…
Christmas Eve Service
Our Christmas Eve service will be on December 24th (no surprise there!) at 5:00pm, in person and online. This service will be family-friendly and one hour in length. We will sing Christmas carols, light candles, and enjoy the Christmas story as seen from an often-overlooked perspective. Please join us!
Christmas Movie Night
We’re having a Christmas Movie Night on Friday, December 16th at 7pm! Bring a sleeping bag or comfy blankets and pillows (and we’ll have our chairs available too), come in your pj’s if you’d like to, bring some Christmas treats, and we’ll watch a movie together here in our main room. Hot chocolate will be available!
Christmas Drive
This year Liminal will be participating in the Community Christmas Shoppe, powered by ActionVC. Have you heard of it? ActionVC partners with local social service agencies to help provide Christmas presents for families who might not be able to afford them. Community Christmas Shoppe is set up like a holiday gift boutique where guests come to pick out toys, games, clothes, and other gifts in a fun atmosphere that includes things like childcare, photos with Santa, and entertainment, all at…
Blue Christmas
Sometimes, “Merry Christmas” and “Happy New Year” don’t express the reality of life. In fact, there are times when “merry” and “happy” seem impossible to even imagine. We have a tradition at Liminal Church of taking time to recognize that, amidst the feasting and present unwrapping, there are those whose hearts are heavy. Blue Christmas is a time when we can pause, and offer a safe space to process those harder things. It is a time when we can come…
Christmas Decorating Party
We’re going to have a casual night of Christmas decorating here at the church on Friday, November 26th at 7:30 pm. We’ve downsized our Christmas decor since our move so it won’t take too long. Bring some treats to share and we’ll put on some Christmas music and make the place feel more festive in time for Advent to begin.
Book Study/Discussion: “Liturgy of the Ordinary: A Study of Sacred Practices in Everyday Life” by Tish Harrison Warren
UPDATE: GROUP CLOSED Can everyday, seemingly routine tasks and challenges draw us into a deeper understanding of who God is, and into a deeper relationship with Him and the people around us? This will be our exploration as we read and discuss Tish Harrison Warren’s book “Liturgy of the Ordinary: A Study of Sacred Practices in Everyday Life.” Each chapter in this book looks at something that one might do during the course of a normal day as viewed through…
Summer Camp
It’s finally happening! The Blend will be heading back out to summer camp this year! Summer camp is a time when the youth and leaders gather in a magical land with no cell service or wifi to be in creation, be with each other, be with the Divine, and embrace a time of growth and new experiences together. Oh, and there’s lots of silly games, good food, and fun outings along the way! It’s one of our favorite things we…
Summer Picnic
Join us at Camino Real Park on Sunday, July 31st at 12:00pm for our annual Summer Picnic! This will be a potluck-style picnic, so please bring some food and drinks to share with everyone. Also, do you have a reeeally good salsa recipe that you believe could win awards? Well, let’s put it to the test at our Salsa Contest! This contest will begin when the picnic begins (at 12:00pm) and will end at 12:45pm, with the winner being announced…