Rev. Dr. Sarah Halverson-Cano

Rev. Dr. Sarah Halverson-Cano Progressive. Christian. Pastor. Swiftie. Senior Pastor at Irvine United Congregational Church.

05/31/2026

We are lifting up Pacific Islander and Asian American voices like that of our guest preacher, Deacon Rody Nakamura of the Marshallese Church of Orange County, United Church of Christ. He demonstrates how to say "Hello" in Marshallese and what it means. I see the rainbow in you.

05/30/2026

Perhaps they felt like they were standing at the edge of a mountain, told to run. Fear, excitement, uncertainty as their instincts screamed to stay put, to cling to the familiar. They were followers, students Disciples. Jesus' death left them unsure. Fifty days after Easter, they were stalled in Jerusalem and the wind finally began to blow.

05/30/2026

As we lift up Pacific Islander Asian American Voices we celebrate the gifts of the Youth Choir of the Marshallese Church of Orange County, United Church of Christ!

05/29/2026

Fear often screams for us to retreat, to cling to safety. But Pentecost teaches us the church wasn't born in comfort. It was born in courage, from people who trusted the Spirit and stepped into the unknown.

05/29/2026

When fear whispers, don't let it consume you. Look up. The world is full of stunning beauty—sparkling oceans, lush forests. There's so much joy waiting if you just lift your eyes and see it.

05/28/2026

Against all instinct, I ran. Each step felt wrong, yet I kept going, refusing to look down. Then, nothing. No ground, no control, just wind. And the wind held me. My legs kept running in the air until wonder took over—I was flying. Pentecost happened that morning in Rio.

05/28/2026

As part of Pacific Islander Asian Heritage month we share Tokuo Yamaguchi's hymn: "Sekai no Tomo" a song of unity written in the spirit of international cooperation and Christian fellowship.

05/27/2026

Pentecost or Hangliding means: Trusting the wind and doing your part is essential. Surrender to be carried.

05/27/2026

IUCC is thrilled to host the Pacific Islander Asian American Ministries of the United Church of Christ for thier annual conference this June

05/27/2026

We're celebrating Pacific Islander Asian Heritage month with guest preacher Deacon Rody Nakamura. The name Marshall Islands doesn't come from the people but from Captain John William Marshall, a British naval captain who explored the region in 1788. Perhaps we should start using their name and language.

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