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SUMMARY:IPC Trekkers:  Little Mashel Falls via Bud Blancher Trail
DESCRIPTION:Happy Summer IPC Trekkers! \nPlanning a slightly ambitious hike. We will be doing a moderate out and back hike to Little Mashel Falls. Located in the Charles Pack Experimental Forest via Bud Blancher Trailhead in Eatonville. Plan to see the Middle and Lower falls from this gravel and dirt path. \nQuestions? \nCall or Text Mindy Cox: 253-678-5832 \nSaturday August 8\, 2026\nCarpool: BEFORE 8:15 am IPC Parking lot\, LEAVING at 8:30 am\nApproximately an hour drive from IPC.\n**Please RSVP for carpool coordination!**\nNot carpooling – Location: Meet at 9:30 am Bud Blancher Trail head \n480 Weyerhaeuser Rd S\, Eatonville\, WA 98328 \nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/7hLJ6huVzHJc8ZFKA \nThere are a few different trail heads. We are meeting at the Bud Blancher Trail head in Eatonville\, not the Smallwood park or Pack forest entrance. \n \nWhat to Expect? \nAs of now\, weather predicted or Saturday 8/8 \nPartly cloudy. High 82F. Winds light and variable. \n\n\nA newer portable toilet is available near the trailhead only. \n\n\nWear appropriate clothing\, sunscreen\, bug spray. Keep in mind if you get wet in the falls there is still a 2 mile hike back to the cars. \n\n\nBinoculars and listening for birds can bring unexpected surprises. \n\n\nPack water\, snacks/lunch. We will pause at the waterfalls to rest and recoup. \n\n\nDogs and kids are welcome\, keep in mind this will be more challenging than previous hikes. \n\n\nThe trail is a gravel/dirt path\, wooden steps going down to the falls and slippery rocks. \n\n\nTrekkers Plan \nApproximately 4.5 miles and 500 ft elevation change on this out and back trail. Estimated hike time about 3 to 3.5 hours at a leisurely pace and breaks at the falls. \n\n\nPlan to gather at the Bud Blancher Trailhead parking lot and have a quick intro/poem. From there we will follow signs for the little Mashel Falls\, crossing a wooden bridge over the river. We will arrive at the lower and middle falls\, take a break for rest and snack\, taking in the breathtaking wonder of waterfalls. Use caution when going down to the falls and around rocks. DO NOT attempt the upper falls\, they are washed out and inaccessible from the trail from below. \n\n\nAfterwards we will head back toward the cars\, depending on carpooling people can go at their own pace. Tentatively plan we will be back at the cars by 1230 pm.
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/ipc-trekkers-little-mashel-falls-via-bud-blancher-trai/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260811T180000
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SUMMARY:Summer Evening Lectionary Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:We will meet on Tuesdays June 23-September 1\, 6-7:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room. We will pick a scripture from the Sunday Lectionary to discuss. Leaders will be Pastor Tad Monroe\, Beth Prevo\, Tasha Leader and Rev. Barb Parker. \nBelow are the readings from June to September. Leaders may choose another scripture other than from the lectionary on occasion. \n8/11 readings Psalm 130\, 131\, 133 \nZOOM \nLectionary 2026
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/summer-evening-lectionary-bible-study-2026-06-30-2026-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Adult Nurture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260831T212537Z
CREATED:20260416T163854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T212537Z
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SUMMARY:Second Thursday Social Gathering
DESCRIPTION:It is an informal time for members and friends to hang out. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage and snacks to the gathering if you are so inclined – not necessary tho. In an effort to be inclusive we have changed our gatherings a bit. First Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as female/non-binary) and Second Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as male/non-binary). \n September 10: Tom Falskow 819 N Oakes St Tacoma
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/second-thursday-social-gathering-2026-08-13/
CATEGORIES:First-Second-Pints
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T210000
DTSTAMP:20260724T185031Z
CREATED:20260721T215316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T185031Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz on J Street: The Jay Mabin Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Local harmonica legend Jay Mabin brings his quartet to “Jazz on J Street”. Even though this will be a Jazz concert\, Jay Mabin is well established in both the jazz and blues community. All musical genres are equal! Jay has studied with the harmonica legends Sonny Terry and “Toots” Thielemans. Jay has “sat in” with a lot of the ensembles that have performed at “Jazz on J Street”.  \nJay Mabin-Harmonica  \nMason Hargrove-Guitar \nSteve Kim-Bass \nSteve Bentley-Drumset \nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. \nParking on the street and in the back. \nImmanuel Presbyterian Church is fully inclusive and only preaches love. \nThe professional musicians are paid through your generous cash donations. Look mom
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/jazz-on-j-street-the-jay-mabin-quartet/
CATEGORIES:Outside Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260816T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260816T120000
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CREATED:20170607T193709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T175119Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Remembrance Day
DESCRIPTION:This will be a special celebration/remembrance of our animal friends\, both past and present. Please feel free to bring a photo of your beloved animal friend and put it on the communion table. \n 
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/animal-remembrance-day/
CATEGORIES:Worship
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T193000
DTSTAMP:20260812T220320Z
CREATED:20260528T190221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T220320Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Evening Lectionary Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:We will meet on Tuesdays June 23-September 1\, 6-7:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room. We will pick a scripture from the Sunday Lectionary to discuss. Leaders will be Pastor Tad Monroe\, Beth Prevo\, Tasha Leader and Rev. Barb Parker. \nBelow are the readings from June to September. Leaders may choose another scripture other than from the lectionary on occasion. \n  \n8/18   Romans 12:1-8 \nZOOM \nLectionary 2026
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/summer-evening-lectionary-bible-study-2026-06-30-2026-08-18/
CATEGORIES:Adult Nurture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260819T210000
DTSTAMP:20260806T185236Z
CREATED:20260806T185236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T185236Z
UID:21489-1787166000-1787173200@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:A Night of Light & Hope: Music from Zimbabwe and all over Africa
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/a-night-of-light-hope-music-from-zimbabwe-and-all-over-africa/
CATEGORIES:Music,Outside Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T224144Z
CREATED:20210518T175729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T224144Z
UID:18289-1787252400-1787257800@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Session Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Regular Session meeting is every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. It meets in the church office and on Zoom.
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/session-meeting/2026-08-20/
CATEGORIES:Session Deacons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260825T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T182842Z
CREATED:20260528T190221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T182842Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Evening Lectionary Bible Study - Cancelled this week only!
DESCRIPTION:We will meet on Tuesdays June 23-September 1\, 6-7:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room. We will pick a scripture from the Sunday Lectionary to discuss. Leaders will be Pastor Tad Monroe\, Beth Prevo\, Tasha Leader and Rev. Barb Parker. \nBelow are the readings from June to September. Leaders may choose another scripture other than from the lectionary on occasion. \nTBD \nZOOM \nLectionary 2026
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/summer-evening-lectionary-bible-study-2026-06-30-2026-08-25/
CATEGORIES:Adult Nurture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260629T210552Z
CREATED:20250926T191320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T210552Z
UID:21202-1787857200-1787862600@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Pints 4 Parents
DESCRIPTION:Pints for Parents is an informal gathering of parents who have kids 0-18 attending our CYM programming to build community. Contact Kiki Landon for more information\, karenlandon2012@gmail.com \nAugust 27: Evergreen State Brewing\, 1901 Dock Street\, Tacoma
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/pints-4-parents-2026-01-22-2026-06-25-2026-08-27/
CATEGORIES:First-Second-Pints
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T193000
DTSTAMP:20260826T190240Z
CREATED:20260528T190221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T190240Z
UID:21251-1788285600-1788291000@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Last Summer Evening Lectionary Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:We will meet on Tuesdays June 23-September 1\, 6-7:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room. We will pick a scripture from the Sunday Lectionary to discuss. Leaders will be Pastor Tad Monroe\, Beth Prevo\, Tasha Leader and Rev. Barb Parker. \nBelow are the readings from June to September. Leaders may choose another scripture other than from the lectionary on occasion. \nScripture Reading ~ Romans 13 \nZOOM \nLectionary 2026
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/summer-evening-lectionary-bible-study-2026-06-30-2026-09-01/
CATEGORIES:Adult Nurture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260831T212821Z
CREATED:20161025T175643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T212821Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Social Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This is a casual gathering every first Thursday for the people of Immanuel of all ages to just enjoy each other over a beverage and appetizers. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage and something to share\, but bringing yourself is enough:-) We just want your company. Contact Kiki Landon for more information karenlandon2012@gmail.com \nIn an attempt to be as inclusive as possible our monthly gatherings have changed a bit. First Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as female/non-binary) and Second Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as male/non-binary). \nSeptember 3\, 7 p.m. Karaoke at Jacob Barnharts\, 6806 S Lawrence \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/wow-on-thursday-2017-12-07-2018-06-07-2-2021-08-05-2021-12-02-2022-08-04-2022-10-06-2025-01-02-2025-03-06-2025-08-07-2025-09-04-2025-10-02-2025-12-04-2026-04-02-2026-06-04-2026-08-06-2026-09-03/
CATEGORIES:First-Second-Pints
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T113000
DTSTAMP:20260813T190728Z
CREATED:20240523T195905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T190728Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Singing Circle
DESCRIPTION:The Monthly Contemplative Singing Circle is meeting the first  Saturday of the month\, 10:15a to 11:30a in the Fireside Room.\nAll voices welcome! Friends and family welcome\, too! Together\, we will agree on a regular time to meet going forward. \nContemplative Singing: Singing as a Spiritual Practice\nThere are many ways people tap into their spirituality: prayer\, meditation\, yoga\, chanting\, writing poetry\, journaling\, dance and for some\, singing.  Contemplative singing utilizes a cappella singing to tap into emotions\, fostering joy\, peace\, and connection. While a single individual leads the session\, the song selection comes from attendees as they become aware of what they need to buoy\, heal or soothe themselves. \n\n\nContemplative singing welcomes all voices. Singing is an essential part of being human.  “We are born vocal noise-makers. Someone indicating in any way that another should not sing is violence to the soul.  It robs us of one of our primary forms of expression and communication.” Li Kynvi\, UU Minister & licensed music therapist. \n\nThe ability to read music is not required. At this Adult Nurture session\, we will:\nDiscuss the benefits of communal singing\nEngage in the practice of contemplative singing using the sample song lyric sheets provided\nDetermine specifics to create a monthly contemplative singing practice at IPC
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/17860-2025-02-01-2-2026-01-03/2026-09-05/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTSTAMP:20260828T221614Z
CREATED:20260828T221614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T221614Z
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SUMMARY:Office Closed Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:In the late 1800s\, at the height of the Industrial Revolution in the United States\, the average American laborer worked 12-hour days\, seven days a week\, in order to eke out a basic living. Despite restrictions in some states\, children as young as 5 or 6 toiled in mills\, factories and mines across the country\, earning a fraction of their adult counterparts’ wage \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLabor Day’s Railroad Strike Roots\n\n\nCongress passed legislation in 1894—amid a railroad workers’ strike—to create the holiday honoring labor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople of all ages\, particularly the very poor and recent immigrants\, often faced extremely unsafe working conditions\, with insufficient access to fresh air\, sanitary facilities and breaks. \n\n\nAs manufacturing increasingly supplanted agriculture as the wellspring of American employment\, labor unions—which had first appeared in the late 18th century at the dawn of the labor movement—grew more prominent and vocal. Unions began organizing strikes and rallies to protest poor conditions and compel employers to renegotiate hours and pay. \n\nFirst Labor Day Parade\n\nMany of these events turned violent during this period\, including the infamous Haymarket Riot of 1886\, in which several Chicago policemen and workers were killed. Others gave rise to longstanding traditions: On September 5\, 1882\, 10\,000 workers took unpaid time off to march from City Hall to Union Square in New York City\, holding the first Labor Day parade in U.S. history. \n\n\nThe idea of a “workingmen’s holiday\,” celebrated on the first Monday in September\, caught on in other industrial centers across the country\, and many states passed legislation recognizing it. Congress would not legalize the holiday until 12 years later\, when a watershed moment in American labor history brought workers’ rights squarely into the public’s view. On May 11\, 1894\, Chicago employees of the Pullman Palace Car Company went on strike to protest wage cuts and the firing of union representatives. \n\n\nOn June 26\, the American Railroad Union\, led by Eugene V. Debs\, called for a boycott of all Pullman railway cars\, crippling railroad traffic nationwide. To break the Pullman strike\, the federal government dispatched troops to Chicago\, unleashing a wave of riots that resulted in the deaths of more than a dozen workers and the arrest and imprisonment of Debs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Meaning of Labor Day\n\nIn the wake of this violent unrest—and in an attempt to repair ties with essential American workers—Congress passed an act making Labor Day a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories. On June 28\, 1894\, President Grover Cleveland signed it into law. \n\n\nBut more than a century later\, the true founder of Labor Day has yet to be identified. Many credit Peter J. McGuire\, cofounder of the American Federation of Labor\, while others have suggested that Matthew Maguire\, a secretary of the Central Labor Union\, first proposed the holiday. \n\nLabor Day Celebrations\n\nLabor Day is still celebrated in cities and towns across the United States with parades\, picnics\, barbecues\, fireworks displays and other public gatherings\, especially over the long\, three-day Labor Day weekend. For many Americans\, it represents the end of the summer and the start of the back-to-school season. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nfrom History.com
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/office-closed-labor-day/
CATEGORIES:Office Closed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260831T212706Z
CREATED:20260416T163854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T212706Z
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SUMMARY:Second Thursday Social Gathering
DESCRIPTION:It is an informal time for members and friends to hang out. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage and snacks to the gathering if you are so inclined – not necessary tho. In an effort to be inclusive we have changed our gatherings a bit. First Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as female/non-binary) and Second Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as male/non-binary). \nSeptember 10\, 7 p.m. Tom Falskow\, 819 N Oakes St
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/second-thursday-social-gathering-2026-09-10/
CATEGORIES:First-Second-Pints
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T143000
DTSTAMP:20260806T212638Z
CREATED:20170614T195053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T212638Z
UID:2244-1789300800-1789309800@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:End of Summer Cook Out Potluck @Church
DESCRIPTION:September 13\, Noon to 2:30 p.m. IPC will supply the dinnerware\, protein (animal and plant based)\, fixin’s  & buns. Please bring a side\, salad or dessert.  Bring a chair and an appetite. Games and Guitars welcome. There is always a need for extra hands setting up\, checking in food and clean up…let Kiki know if you are able to help. Please RSVP so we know how much to buy: office@ipctacoma.org\, 253.627.8371 or Kiki Landon\, karenlandon2012@gmail.com \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/annual-church-potluck-picnic/
CATEGORIES:Congregational Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260915T193000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162654Z
CREATED:20240220T203622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T162654Z
UID:20652-1789495200-1789500600@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Together\, We Rise! w/Danny Lara
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how you could become a better friend?  Or when it might be time to walk away from a friendship?  Come to We Rise by Lifting Others to discuss Friendship on Tuesday\, September 15\, at 6 pm.  Danny Lara leads this group in IPC’s Little Chapel for about an hour.  We Rise is a place to feel safe and heard\, a place that’s uplifting\, encouraging\, and non-judgmental.   All are invited to share and many will\, but no one must.  \nSeptember – Friendships \nOctober – Letting go of jealousy \nNovember – Family Drama \nDecember-No gathering\nAre you among the many people stressed out these days\, struggling in a post-pandemic\, politically divisive world?  You may be interested in a gathering at IPC called We Rise By Lifting Others\, a place to feel safe and heard. A place that’s uplifting\, encouraging\, and non-judgmental. \nFor about an hour once a month\, we’ll meet in the Little Chapel.  After beginning with prayer\, a quote or brief writing will be shared. Anyone who wishes to share with the group may do so.\nIf you have any questions\, contact Danny Lara 253 572.4287.  We hope to see you there!  Together\, we rise!  \n 
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/together-we-rise-w-beth-prevo-danny-lara-2024-12-17-2025-02-18-2025-03-18-2025-05-20-2026-02-17-2026-03-17-2026-09-15/
CATEGORIES:Adult Nurture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T224144Z
CREATED:20210518T175729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T224144Z
UID:18399-1789671600-1789677000@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Session Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Regular Session meeting is every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. It meets in the church office and on Zoom.
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/session-meeting/2026-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Session Deacons
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T220152Z
CREATED:20260922T220054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T220152Z
UID:21612-1790186400-1790193600@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Teen Night
DESCRIPTION:Youth Room
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/teen-night/2026-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Ministry (CYM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260917T174642Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T174642Z
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SUMMARY:Pints 4 Parents
DESCRIPTION:Pints for Parents is an informal gathering of parents who have kids 0-18 attending our CYM programming to build community. Contact Kiki Landon for more information\, karenlandon2012@gmail.com \nSeptember 24\, 7 p.m. Hanks Bar & Pizza\n524 N K St
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/pints-4-parents-2026-01-22-2026-06-25-2026-09-24/
CATEGORIES:First-Second-Pints
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T193000
DTSTAMP:20260922T221232Z
CREATED:20260922T221232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T221232Z
UID:21645-1790704800-1790710200@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:CYM Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Youth Room
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/cym-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Ministry (CYM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260918T193019Z
CREATED:20260918T193019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T193019Z
UID:21576-1790710200-1790715600@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Swope Lecture - Bending the Broken Arc: Reckoning\, Responsibility & Renewal
DESCRIPTION:All members of the campus and community are invited to the Fall 2026 Swope Lecture on Tuesday\, September 29\, at 7:30 p.m. in Schneebeck Concert Hall.  This fall’s Swope Lecturer is Mathew S. Nosanchuk\, the Lerner Family Associate Dean for Public Interest and Public Service Law at George Washington University.  Dean Nosanchuk has had an extensive public interest career\, including serving as President Obama’s liaison to the American Jewish community in the White House Office of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs; on the National Security Council staff; as Senior Counselor to the Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Rights Division at the Department of Justice; and as Senior Advisor in the Office for Religion and Global Affairs at the State Department. \nThe Swope Endowed Lectures were created in honor of Jane Hammer Swope\, Puget Sound Class of 1942\, drawing from her Methodist roots to bring speakers that engage the campus on themes of faith\, ethics\, values\, and religion in society.  The lecturers are selected and hosted by a committee of students\, faculty\, and staff chaired by University Chaplain Dave Wright ’96. \n\n\n\nEvent Location – Schneebeck Concert Hall
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/fall-2026-swope-lecture-bending-the-broken-arc-reckoning-responsibility-renewal/
LOCATION:University of Puget Sound\, 1500 N Warner St\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98416\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T220152Z
CREATED:20260922T220054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T220152Z
UID:21613-1790791200-1790798400@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Teen Night
DESCRIPTION:Youth Room
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/teen-night/2026-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Ministry (CYM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261001T210000
DTSTAMP:20261020T163538Z
CREATED:20161025T175643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T163538Z
UID:21198-1790881200-1790888400@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:First Thursday Social Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This is a casual gathering every first Thursday for the people of Immanuel of all ages to just enjoy each other over a beverage and appetizers. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage and something to share\, but bringing yourself is enough:-) We just want your company. Contact Kiki Landon for more information karenlandon2012@gmail.com \nIn an attempt to be as inclusive as possible our monthly gatherings have changed a bit. First Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as female/non-binary) and Second Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as male/non-binary). \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/wow-on-thursday-2017-12-07-2018-06-07-2-2021-08-05-2021-12-02-2022-08-04-2022-10-06-2025-01-02-2025-03-06-2025-08-07-2025-09-04-2025-10-02-2025-12-04-2026-04-02-2026-06-04-2026-08-06-2026-10-01/
CATEGORIES:First-Second-Pints
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T113000
DTSTAMP:20240523T195905Z
CREATED:20240523T195905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T195905Z
UID:21514-1791022500-1791027000@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Singing Circle
DESCRIPTION:The Monthly Contemplative Singing Circle is meeting the first  Saturday of the month\, 10:15a to 11:30a in the Fireside Room.\nAll voices welcome! Friends and family welcome\, too! Together\, we will agree on a regular time to meet going forward. \nContemplative Singing: Singing as a Spiritual Practice\nThere are many ways people tap into their spirituality: prayer\, meditation\, yoga\, chanting\, writing poetry\, journaling\, dance and for some\, singing.  Contemplative singing utilizes a cappella singing to tap into emotions\, fostering joy\, peace\, and connection. While a single individual leads the session\, the song selection comes from attendees as they become aware of what they need to buoy\, heal or soothe themselves. \n\n\nContemplative singing welcomes all voices. Singing is an essential part of being human.  “We are born vocal noise-makers. Someone indicating in any way that another should not sing is violence to the soul.  It robs us of one of our primary forms of expression and communication.” Li Kynvi\, UU Minister & licensed music therapist. \n\nThe ability to read music is not required. At this Adult Nurture session\, we will:\nDiscuss the benefits of communal singing\nEngage in the practice of contemplative singing using the sample song lyric sheets provided\nDetermine specifics to create a monthly contemplative singing practice at IPC
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/17860-2025-02-01-2-2026-01-03/2026-10-03/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260915T221857Z
CREATED:20260915T221847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T221857Z
UID:21561-1791072000-1791158399@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:World Communion Sunday Offering
DESCRIPTION:Peace & Global Witness Offering: This Offering is taken on World Communion Sunday\, the first Sunday in October. The Offering is received to support Presbyterian Peacemaking\, global witness and outreach beyond the United States\, and peacemaking and/or outreach to the world. The Offering was created in 1980 to support the efforts of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to live out a deeper commitment to peacemaking as part of our faithfulness to God. 25% of the collection stays with the congregation and is donated to MaP\, 25% goes to our Olympia Presbytery and 50% goes to the PCUSA Peacemaking Mission. This year IPC will send our portion the Hagars Community Church at the Washington Corrections Center for Women.
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/world-communion-sunday-offering/
CATEGORIES:MaP
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20261006T182812Z
CREATED:20180821T172516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T182812Z
UID:16676-1791072000-1791158399@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Annual Warm Coat\, Blanket and Sleeping Bag Drive
DESCRIPTION:(Is there one in your closet you can spare?)\nOur annual heavy winter coat  drive runs through the month of October. The coats and bags will be taken to Catholic Community Services to help the houseless. The blankets will go to Thrive International for their housing needs. Starting October 4\, please leave your donation at the 9th Street entrance on the pew or bring to the church office – leave them on the side porch if we are not in the office. Gently used and clean please! P.S. We collect sleeping bags for those who choose to not come in to the shelter and choose to remain outside. \n 
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/annual-coat-blanket-and-sleeping-bag-drive-2023-10-08/2026-10-04/
CATEGORIES:MaP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261005T194500
DTSTAMP:20260928T212311Z
CREATED:20260921T183137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T212311Z
UID:21585-1791223200-1791229500@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:foundations: christian theology & spirituality
DESCRIPTION:Join Pastor Tad for a weekly six session “survey” or “foundations” of Christian theology and spirituality class. It will be a VERY broad and summary introduction to the most important elements of Christian understanding. This class is probably MOST useful to people new to or exploring Christianity but can be useful to anyone who wants to revisit the traditional foundational elements of Christianity (sometimes in a non-traditional manner)\, but in an environment that is not meant to indoctrinate or convince\, but rather foster curiosity\, inquiry\, and deeper exploration. The class will combine lecture/presentation\, with conversation\, and may include some light reading. The class will meet on Monday nights from 6-7:45 pm\, October 5  – November 16. If you are interested in attending email Pastor tad at 253tad@ipctacoma.org  Your ability to participate in a minimum of 4 of the 6 sessions is recommended.
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/foundations-christian-theology-spirituality/2026-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Adult Nurture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T220152Z
CREATED:20260922T220054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T220152Z
UID:21614-1791396000-1791403200@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Teen Night
DESCRIPTION:Youth Room
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/teen-night/2026-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Ministry (CYM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260917T172843Z
CREATED:20260416T163854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T172843Z
UID:21113-1791486000-1791491400@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Second Thursday Social Gathering
DESCRIPTION:It is an informal time for members and friends to hang out. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage and snacks to the gathering if you are so inclined – not necessary tho. In an effort to be inclusive we have changed our gatherings a bit. First Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as female/non-binary) and Second Thursday Social Gathering (for all who identify as male/non-binary). \nOctober 8 ~ Scott Larsen hosts: 2120 N Puget Sound Ave
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/second-thursday-social-gathering-2026-10-08/
CATEGORIES:First-Second-Pints
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