One Time Events and classes
One-Time Events
to educate, inspire, and connect
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July & August Catalog
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Faith on the margins
July 6, 13, and 20 noon to 1pm in the Fellowship Hall
In a world where faith is often entangled with privilege, nationalism, and exclusion, this series offers an invitation to rediscover the Gospel through the lens of those who suffer. Featuring the prophetic voice of Miguel De La Torre, these five sessions challenge us to move beyond a comfortable, domesticated Christianity toward a faith that stands in radical solidarity with the oppressed.
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From Heart to Hands: Coaching Classes for Emerging Artists
Five Steps in Five Sessions: July 10th, 12th, 17th, 24th and 31st
An opportunity to be coached in a practice that draws out your artistic ideas and sharpens your focus to hone in on what you want to create. Each session begins and closes with a simple neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) process that provides uniquely designed questions that help you articulate your vision and how you want to implement steps to shape it, The bulk of time is reserved for you to WORK ON YOUR ART. We re-group for closure. Experience the joy of giving your own creative vision, whim, drive, passion a chance to flourish. Build a foundation on which to move forward, in the medium of your choice. A 1:1 call with Bahia to answer questions or help discern the medium you’d like to use and what to bring prior to the first class is included.
- Who: This course is for emerging and established artists and folks looking for a creative outlet.
- What: A small group, 5-part coaching series that draws out and enhances movement of your artistic ideas into tangible creations.
- Where: Davis Community Church, 412 C Street, Fireside Room
- When: July 10th, 12th, 17th, 24th and 31st from 4:00-7:00pm
- How: You bring your own supplies. We provide the space, and small group coaching to get started. The bulk of time is structured, individual work time
- Fee: Suggested $375 for the 5 part series. Partial scholarship available. Register
Offered by Bahia Yackzan, Core Alignment Coach, NLP Specialist, Diversity/Communication Consultant.
Email: byackzan@gmail.com
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Climate Change: Change the story, change the world
September 17, 6pm-8pm
Join this CPJ-sponsored Class!
The speaker, Garth Lindley, is passionate about the environment and climate change. He will tell his own story using his hometown as an example of how life is and how it could be better. Garth attended Al Gore's Climate Reality Project training in 2017 and is committed to presenting his ideas for living within the boundaries of our earth that envisions a better future.
This class is also offered on Zoom (no waiting room).
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85275273210?pwd=MTZwUi8yTWp4U3djWklGZlB6M1pBUT09
Meeting ID: 852 7527 3210
Passcode: CPJ123 (note: use all CAPs for CPJ)
Monthly Events
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Here Together: to Listen, Support & Navigate Uncertain times
Here Together is a safe space that encourages active listening, meaningful dialogue and reflection -- a circle for sharing feelings, thoughts, and life challenges without judgment. Participating in this small group helps strengthen our resilience by encouragement and connection, especially when we are navigating tough times.
You are welcome to attend on a drop-in basis.
Facilitated by Joe Yun & Elizabeth Fulmer
Tea provided.
Questions? elizabethafulmer@gmail.com
Sundays: June 29, July 27, August 31, 2025. 3-4:15 p.m.
Fireside Room, 412 C Street -
Sacred Space contemplatiVe Gathering
Second Sundays
July 13, Aug 10, 2025
9-9:30 a.m.
DCC Sanctuary, 412 C Street
Welcome to Sacred Space!
A meditative gathering offering space to simply be. Light a candle if you wish, breathe, and let yourself come into the calm.
Enjoy tea and refreshments after.
Free!
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Davis Death Cafe
Monthly on the first Monday
June 2, July 7, Aug 4 2025
10-11:15 a.m.
Fireside Room
Join the conversation! We gather monthly to increase awareness of death with a view toward helping people make the most of life. The gathering is a simple time of conversation - no agenda, just a relaxed place to speak about death.
Free of charge. No registration required.
(This is NOT a grief support group.)
We DO provide tea and cake! Bring your own mug.
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Community Reiki Clinic
Second Mondays by appointment (11 am, noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm)
Offered by Regis Ducatillon, Elizabeth Fulmer, Alice VanAlstine
Fireside Room
412 C Street
$35, sliding scale available
Clinic sessions provide individual half-hour sessions offered for two or three participants by appointment. Sessions offered on massage table (fully clothed) or seated in a lovely environment. -
Caregiver Reflection Group
3rd Mondays
10 -11:15 a.m.
The Gallery
Ae you caring, or anticipating caring, for a family member or friend?
Come reflect and connect in a compassionate community.$75 /3 month series, sliding scale available
Limited to 8 participants
Questions? Email elizabethafulmer@gmail.com
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NEW! Parent Cafe
Conversation, Community & Coffee
First Thursdays: Aug 7, Sept 4
From 9-10:30 a.m. in the Fireside RoomRSVP for childcare: dccnsdirector@gmail.com
We gather monthly--a place for parents of young kids to have conversation and relax with other parents.(No cafe in July)Coffee, tea and delightful refreshments are provided, as well as free childcare provided onsite by the fun and professional DCCNS staff.
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Advocacy Postcard writing
First Sundays
Directly after church in the Fireside Room
Join this CPJ-sponsored opportunity during Coffee Connect. This month's 3 topics include, Protecting Free Speech, Hold the Administration Accountable for the Mishandling of Classified Information, and Oppose Efforts to Dehumanize LGBTQ+ People. All materials will be supplied. The postcards will be addressed to Congressman Mike Thompson and Senator's Padilla and Schiff.
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two Creative writing groups
Receive a writing prompt....Reflect....Write....Share as much as you like.
First Sunday, 2-4p.m. in the DCC Library and via Zoom
Drop in or contact the office for Zoom information.
First Wednesday, 10-11:30 a.m. via Zoom
Please email Martha Teeter, martha.teeter@gmail.com, to be added to a monthly email containing Zoom information.
Weekly Events
For nourishing body, Mind & soul
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Online: yoga sutra seated meditation
Mondays at 9 am on zoom
Breath practice seated meditation with small movements, for adults including seniors. We use yoga philosophy texts as a foundation for reflections, with simple, comfortable movements, seated, standing or lying down. No previous experience, or preparation is necessary. All you need is a quiet corner and a device (phone or computer) connected to the internet.
If you would like to join us, e-mail Grazia Jaroff (gjaroff@comcast.net) for the link invitation.
Free of charge; donations go directly to DCC.Facilitator: Grazia Jaroff
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Centering prayer
Two options for Centering Prayer at Davis Community Church:
- Tuesdays at 9-10 a.m., Fireside Room
- Wednesdays at 8-9 a.m., online via Zoom
Centering Prayer is a practice of silent prayer and meditation based on the contemplative practices of early Christians. The groups enjoy two readings, taken from a variety of faith and wisdom traditions, followed by two periods of silent meditation. The sessions end with the John Philip Newell version of the Lord’s Prayer and a brief discussion.
Should you wish to join the Zoom group, just contact office@dccpres.org for more information.
All are welcome! We all learn as we go!
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C Street Ukulele Band
Tuesdays @ 11 a.m.
Music Room
The C Street Ukulele Band welcomes uke players and singers of all ages, all levels, to share the joys of ukulele and song!
Please contact: Lynn DeLapp lynndelapp@me.com,
Karen Johns: karenlbj@gmail.com or
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Wednesday meditation and prayer gathering
Wednesdays, 11:50 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
A mid-day time to refresh with prayer and silent meditation. All are welcome!
Please contact office@dccpres.org for the zoom link.
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Davis Kirtan
Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.
Fireside Room
by donation
Discover the peace of hearing and chanting sacred mantras. Kirtan, the ancient practice of chanting, relieves the mind and heart of fear and anxiety and allows us to fully taste the nectar of spiritual love. Enter into an atmosphere of non-judgement and let your worries melt away. Learn easy techniques also that you can practice on your own at home. Our sessions are for everyone and beginners are welcome. No experience necessary. -
tai Ji with Dr. G
Thursdays
Fireside Room, 10 a.m.
$15 per class, sliding scale available
Tai Ji (aka Tai Chi) is an ancient Chinese form of moving meditation.
*Relaxes the body with gentle stretches, loosens joints
*Silences the busy mind, and uplifts heart and spirit*Helps with balance and overall ease and well being
Learn the practice of Tai Ji on selected Thursdays. This class is intended for women & men of all ages especially those dealing with stressful circumstances, and/or physical ailments.
Instructor: Dr. Gitane, Ph.D., long time Tai Ji practitioner and teacher
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Davis Line Dancing Cooperative
Our SUMMER schedule:
Fridays: 3-4:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall
suggested donation: $5/session
Live longer! Line dancing is fun, great exercise and provides a social connection! We welcome newcomers and start with 30 minutes of dances for beginners. No partner needed! All ages welcome! Drop in!
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Reiki Sessions with Jazmin Diaz
Reiki Bienestar - Reiki sessions with Jazmin Diaz
1st & 3rd Saturday of each month
10 a.m.-1 p.m., by appointment
The Gallery
Suggested: $35, 30-minute appt.
Contact Jazmin Diaz to sign up.
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Contemplative Companioning
Need a regular time of sacred space? Individual Spiritual Direction sessions provide you with a time to listen deeply and explore your life while being held in spacious support.
Contemplative Companioning offers you a space where you can explore and discover the deeper currents of your life. It is a time of sanctuary – a practice of slowing down and listening deeply with intention, focus and companionship. In-person sessions are offered 412 C Street or by Zoom throughout the week by mutual arrangement.
Spiritual Directors have received their training through Mercy Center & Bread of Life and include Elizabeth Fulmer, Jennifer Terra and Joe Yun.