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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
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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
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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
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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
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T212638Z
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T224144Z
CREATED:20210518T175729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T224144Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T220152Z
CREATED:20260922T220054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T220152Z
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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
CREATED:20250926T191320Z
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
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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
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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
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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
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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). \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
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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/17860-2025-02-01-2-2026-01-03/2026-10-03/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260915T221857Z
CREATED:20260915T221847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T221857Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20261006T182812Z
CREATED:20180821T172516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T182812Z
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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
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T220152Z
CREATED:20260922T220054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T220152Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260917T172843Z
CREATED:20260416T163854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T172843Z
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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). \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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20260922T221336Z
CREATED:20260922T221336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T221336Z
UID:21647-1791504000-1791763199@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Faith Basics Confirmation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/faith-basics-confirmation-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Ministry (CYM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261010T223000
DTSTAMP:20261006T164655Z
CREATED:20250929T171720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T164655Z
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SUMMARY:Tacoma Ceili Live Irish Music and Dance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/tacoma-ceili-dance-2025-12-13-2026-04-11-2026-08-08/
CATEGORIES:Outside Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20261006T182812Z
CREATED:20180821T172516Z
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UID:21664-1791676800-1791763199@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-2023-10-08/2026-10-11/
CATEGORIES:MaP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T194500
DTSTAMP:20260928T212312Z
CREATED:20260921T183137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T212312Z
UID:21587-1791828000-1791834300@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/2026-10-12/
CATEGORIES:Adult Nurture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T183000
DTSTAMP:20261008T192300Z
CREATED:20260416T213223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T192300Z
UID:21117-1791999000-1792002600@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:MaP Meeting Guest Speaker: Street Chaplain Ed Jacobs
DESCRIPTION:Street Chaplains grew out of the single street death of a homeless person who attended Sunday services at Nativity House. I recognized the name and started asking questions. Over five years later we have honored thirteen hundred homeless people in our quarterly services who died while homeless. \nStreet Chaplains\, founded in 2021\, is a group of Pierce County Public Safety Chaplains concerned with the soul of the community. They currently offer and conduct The Homeless Memorials and Moments of Blessings.  \nMeeting in the Fireside Room at 5:30 p.m. in person and via Zoom. Meeting ID
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/map-meeting-guest-speakers-benjii-bittle-heather-white/
CATEGORIES:MaP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T220509Z
CREATED:20260922T220509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T220509Z
UID:21635-1792000800-1792008000@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Tacoma Joint Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Bethany Presbyterian Church
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/tacoma-joint-youth-group/2026-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Children and Youth Ministry (CYM)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T200000
DTSTAMP:20261008T184610Z
CREATED:20261008T181018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T184610Z
UID:21707-1792002600-1792008000@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:League of Women Voters Community Forum via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:League of Women Voters Tacoma-Pierce County to Host Community Forum on Proposed Amendments to the Pierce County Charter \nTacoma\, WA\, Oct 4\, 2026 — This October 14th from 6:30-8pm\, The League of Women Voters of Tacoma-Pierce County will host a public forum on the proposed amendments to the Pierce County Charter\, giving community members an opportunity to learn more about the measures and to hear from individuals with experience in Pierce County government and public affairs. \nThe forum will be moderated by former Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson and will feature a panel of four: former Tacoma News Tribune columnist Peter Callaghan; Chair of the Tacoma Pierce County Black Collective Lyle Quasim; Founder and Chair of the Tacoma Business Council Kristen Wynne; and Executive Director of the Washington State Association of Counties Derek Young. \nThe discussion will examine the proposed charter amendments\, the issues they address\, and how changes to the County Charter could affect the structure and operation of Pierce County government. The forum is intended to provide voters with factual information and an opportunity to hear different perspectives\, and ask questions\, before voting. \n“The League’s role is to help voters become informed about the issues that will appear on their ballots\,” said League President Ruth Ann Hachett. “This forum will give community members an opportunity to hear directly from people who have knowledge and experience relevant to Pierce County government and to ask questions about the proposed amendments.” \n\n\n\nEvent Details\nWhat: Forum on Proposed Pierce County Charter Amendments\nWhen: October 14\, 6:30-8\nWhere: the public can access the forum by going to this zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/97670617098\nModerator: former Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson\nPanelists: Peter Callaghan\, Lyle Quasim\, Kristen Wynne\, and Derek Young\nCost: Free \nMembers of the public and representatives of the media are invited to attend. \nFor more information\, contact Noel Hagens (noelhagens@gmail.com) \nAbout the League of Women Voters\nThe League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering voters and defending democracy. The League encourages informed and active participation in government and works to increase understanding of major public policy issues through voter education and community engagement.
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/league-of-women-voters-community-forum-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Outside Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T203000
DTSTAMP:20260714T224144Z
CREATED:20210518T175729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T224144Z
UID:18653-1792090800-1792096200@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/2026-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Session Deacons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T203000
DTSTAMP:20260921T191243Z
CREATED:20260921T191243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T191243Z
UID:21601-1792090800-1792096200@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Interfaith Encounters & Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:This quarterly gathering offers a space for people of faith to engage one another in genuine dialogue\, listening deeply and sharing diverse perspectives. People engage one another in a topic of mutual interest and concern\, sharing their perspective on the issue\, and listening deeply to the others’ perspectives. The dialogue is a structured format that enables everyone to hold to their own perspectives\, while listening to their dialogue partners so that they can grow in their understanding of the various perspectives\, and to be challenged in their own views. The purpose is not to change people’s minds\, but to help each partner think more critically\, and seek a common ground that enriches each of the participants. All faith traditions and people of goodwill welcome! \nOctober 15\, 2026 | 7-8:30p\nSt. Charles Borromeo Parish Center\n“Living Justly: Faith\, Scripture & the World We Share” \nRegister Here!\nOctober’s Topic: justice from a faith perspective.\nWhat do religious texts from three different traditions say about justice? How are guided and called to just living? What are we called to do and be at this time in history?
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/interfaith-encounters-dialogue/
LOCATION:St Charles Borromeo Parish Center\, 7112 S 12th Street\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98465
CATEGORIES:Outside Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T113000
DTSTAMP:20260928T182436Z
CREATED:20260921T195544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T182436Z
UID:21607-1792227600-1792236600@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Fall Outdoor Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Grab your gardening gloves and tools and help spruce up the church grounds!  Come between 9 and 11:30 and stay as long as you wish to rake\, weed\, and do a little light pruning.  Rain or shine!
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/fall-outdoor-clean-up/
CATEGORIES:Property
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T210000
DTSTAMP:20261006T173130Z
CREATED:20260813T174543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T173130Z
UID:21510-1792263600-1792270800@ipctacoma.org
SUMMARY:Jazz on J Street: The Noah Pettibon Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Baritone saxophone player Noah Pettibon brings his exciting Jazz quartet to “Jazz on J Street”. Noah has performed with many of the top professional Jazz musicians in the Pacific Northwest. He is a graduate of the music program at Central Washington University. \nSaturday October 17\,  7-9 PM Doors open at 6:30 PM \nImmanuel Presbyterian Church  901 North J Street Tacoma\,WA 98403 \nParking on the street and in the back. \nNoah Pettibon-Baritone Saxophone  \nDylan Hayes-Keyboards  \nNoah Graham-Bass \nPaul Hirschl-Drumset  \nImmanuel Presbyterian Church is fully inclusive and only preaches love. \nThe professional musicians are paid with your generous cash donations.
URL:https://ipctacoma.org/event/jazz-on-j-street-ann-reynolds-clave-gringa-quartet/
CATEGORIES:Music
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