Events (Page 16)

Events (Page 16)

Your Legacy – Wills and Gifts

Many of us have put off making wills, or changing them. This evening is an opportunity to meet with local estate planning attorney, Doug Buchanan, to get your questions answered and spur yourself on to make sure that when you die the legacy you leave behind will reflect your deepest values. Doug will also talk about ways that you can make gifts to St Benedict’s and other organizations that are important to you in your will or through other financial…

Renaissance Lute Songs, Solos and Duets

An exciting afternoon concert of renaissance era lute songs, solos, and duets at St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church, 2220 Snowy Egret Lane, Los Osos, on Sunday, Oct.8th, at 4pm. The event will feature soprano Katherine Arthur, and lute players James Bishop-Edwards and Samuel Shalhoub. Arthur and Edwards will perform songs by Thomas Campion. Edwards and Shalhoub will also perform lute solos and duets. Arthur, who teaches voice at Cal Poly, has appeared as a soloist with the Southwest Chamber Music Ensemble,…

Jesus: The Human Face of God, a book study

Thursday mornings, October 5 – November 2, 10 – 11:30 am Today many Americans have concluded that Jesus never existed.  In a time when cries of “fake news” are all around us, Christians have sometimes become prime examples of people who are willing to believe anything, even things that make now sense.   But a century of study by archaeologists, historians, linguists and other scholars has revealed convincing evidence that Jesus of Nazareth did exist.  Even though the church built on Jesus’ life hasn’t always followed…

Opening of the Stations of the Cosmic Christ

Please join us for the opening evening of the Stations of the Cosmic Christ. This will give you a quick introduction to the Stations while you enjoy guitar music and a glass of wine. Everyone is welcome.   More information about this special art installation is available here.

30th Anniversary Party

Amazing to think that we’ve been a church for thirty years – doesn’t time fly! What a good time to celebrate! Join us for a special party with great food and great music from Five Parts Devil.

Consider the Lilies – Parish Retreat

Imagine taking two days out of your busy schedule to join in the gentle daily rhythm of a Benedictine monastery.  Experienced retreat leaders, Donna Ross and Celeste Pennington, offer thought-provoking times of reflection and insightful questions to help you journey further on the Way of Jesus.  The material for reflection comes from the “Sermon on the Mount,” which draws on vast reservoirs of desert wisdom – looking to the East and as well the West for inspiration and ideas. Space is…

From Strauss to Broadway

A not-to-be-missed afternoon concert of works by several Strausses – Richard, Johann, and Oscar, performed by well-known local musicians, Louise King on piano and Karen Dunn, Soprano. Suggested Donation $10 at the door

Stations of the Cosmic Christ

Many people are familiar with the devotional practice within Christian churches of praying the “Stations of the Cross.”  Spiritual theologian Matthew Fox challenges believers and non-believers alike to develop a new practice based on very ancient teachings and the new cosmology: The Stations of the Cosmic Christ. In this time of wars and unprecedented challenge to the planet from human-induced climate change, how will humans integrate the teachings about the awesome universe in a way that empowers our joy and compassion?…

Matthew Fox: Creation Spirituality and the Cosmic Christ

Join us for an exciting weekend with Matthew Fox, renowned theologian, writer and activist! Friday evening December 1, 7pm lecture $25 suggested donation. There may be a few seats available at the door. Saturday morning December 2, 9:30 am Workshop is now fully booked Sunday morning Eucharist 10:30am with Fox as guest preacher Seating is limited so we recommend that you register in advance on a secure server here:         Here is Matthew Fox preaching on the…

18th Annual Jazz Concert

This concert will feature the sound of the vibraphone, played by Darrell Voss, joined by Dave Becker on saxophones, Marshall Otwell on piano, Bob Bennett on trumpet, and Ken Hustad on bass. The band will offer a variety of Swing and Latin Jazz selections, featuring a tribute to some of the Vibe Masters: Lionel Hampton, Milt Jackson and Cal Tjader (requested by last year’s enthusiastic audience). This All-Star line-up is sure to please, with a beautiful blend of familiar melodies,…