ARE YOU…

• Spiritual but not religious?

• Religious but not quite finding what you are looking for?

• Frustrated, but not quite sure where to look for answers?

• Feeling stuck, and not quite sure how to get unstuck?

• Coming to a crossroads in life, and struggling to decide which path to take?

• Seeking a community without religious dogma and without the pressure to conform at the expense of your individual autonomy?

• Looking to connect with your deeper sense of meaning and purpose?

JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF CONVERSATION AND EXPLORATION

MEET OTHERS WITH MORE QUESTIONS THAN ANSWERS.

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOURSELF THROUGH DISCUSSION AND INTERACTION.

WITH A LITTLE LUCK AND INTENTION,
MAYBE EVEN GET A LITTLE CLEARER UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR PURPOSE.

WHO WE ARE:
A BUDDING COMMUNITY OF SEEKERS

• We are looking for community, connection, and wisdom in an era defined by distraction and separation.

• We are open to the possibility deep truths exist, but instinctively resist the shallow spirituality typically offered by religious institutions.

• We don’t like being told what to believe or how to behave, and commit to not imposing our beliefs and expectations on others.

• Our preference would be to identify tools that help us find the answers we seek for ourselves, but do so in a community of fellow seekers.

• Our group is explicitly irreligious, though we welcome the religious and irreligious alike.

• All are welcome who support and honor our commitment
  not to impose beliefs on others.

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As People of Hope we work to walk besides those most impacted by the ills of our society…the unhoused, people of color, the environment…to name just a few.

On Wednesday afternoons we will come together (online) to pool our wisdom and support for each other in individual and collective journeys to work for justice in this world. Share what you are doing, what is or isn’t working, hear about opportunities to get involved…as a community we can make a difference.

ARE YOU…

• Spiritual but not religious?

• Religious but not quite finding what you are looking for?

• Frustrated, but not quite sure where to look for answers?

• Feeling stuck, and not quite sure how to get unstuck?

• Coming to a crossroads in life, and struggling to decide which path to take?

• Seeking a community without religious dogma and without the pressure to conform at the expense of your individual autonomy?

• Looking to connect with your deeper sense of meaning and purpose?

JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF CONVERSATION AND EXPLORATION

MEET OTHERS WITH MORE QUESTIONS THAN ANSWERS.

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOURSELF THROUGH DISCUSSION AND INTERACTION.

WITH A LITTLE LUCK AND INTENTION,
MAYBE EVEN GET A LITTLE CLEARER UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR PURPOSE.

WHO WE ARE:
A BUDDING COMMUNITY OF SEEKERS

• We are looking for community, connection, and wisdom in an era defined by distraction and separation.

• We are open to the possibility deep truths exist, but instinctively resist the shallow spirituality typically offered by religious institutions.

• We don’t like being told what to believe or how to behave, and commit to not imposing our beliefs and expectations on others.

• Our preference would be to identify tools that help us find the answers we seek for ourselves, but do so in a community of fellow seekers.

• Our group is explicitly irreligious, though we welcome the religious and irreligious alike.

• All are welcome who support and honor our commitment
  not to impose beliefs on others.

Westhope's Justice Cafe Presents

an evening with Vote Common Good
WE THE PEOPLE RIDE RIDE for COMMON GOOD IMMIGRATION and BORDER PRACTICES Documentary & Discussion

Doors Open 630pm | Film Start 7pm
This event will be in the Sanctuary

“As we biked across the United States along the US/Mexico border, we heard the stories of the people who live on the border, those who work along the border, and those who know the best way forward for our immigration and border practices.

We have heard incredible stories, and now it is time to share them with the world.”

Westhope's Justice Cafe Presents:

an evening with Vote Common Good
Giving people of FAITH an ALTERNATIVE to MAGA CHRISTIANITY and POLITICS

5pm to 7pm
This event is free and will be in the Social Hall.
Appetizers and drinks will be provided.

Whether you are new to Vote Common Good or an old friend, come out for an evening of information, connection, and inspiration. Executive Director Doug Pagitt, Creative Director Tim Gilman and Westhope Elder Beth Wylie will introduce the mission and work of Vote Common Good and what lies ahead in 2025 and 2026.

Vote Common Good calls all faith based voters to oppose policies and approaches of division, racism, selfishness, cruelty, and exclusion. We believe that a new religious imagination will change America for the common good.

ARE YOU…

• Spiritual but not religious?

• Religious but not quite finding what you are looking for?

• Frustrated, but not quite sure where to look for answers?

• Feeling stuck, and not quite sure how to get unstuck?

• Coming to a crossroads in life, and struggling to decide which path to take?

• Seeking a community without religious dogma and without the pressure to conform at the expense of your individual autonomy?

• Looking to connect with your deeper sense of meaning and purpose?

JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF CONVERSATION AND EXPLORATION

MEET OTHERS WITH MORE QUESTIONS THAN ANSWERS.

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOURSELF THROUGH DISCUSSION AND INTERACTION.

WITH A LITTLE LUCK AND INTENTION,
MAYBE EVEN GET A LITTLE CLEARER UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR PURPOSE.

WHO WE ARE:
A BUDDING COMMUNITY OF SEEKERS

• We are looking for community, connection, and wisdom in an era defined by distraction and separation.

• We are open to the possibility deep truths exist, but instinctively resist the shallow spirituality typically offered by religious institutions.

• We don’t like being told what to believe or how to behave, and commit to not imposing our beliefs and expectations on others.

• Our preference would be to identify tools that help us find the answers we seek for ourselves, but do so in a community of fellow seekers.

• Our group is explicitly irreligious, though we welcome the religious and irreligious alike.

• All are welcome who support and honor our commitment
  not to impose beliefs on others.

Thank you to all who participated in the May Day San Jose rally and march. To those who helped, those who came out, those who brought a friend or loved one, those who wanted to come and couldn’t…we are grateful for you.

Join us online at 3pm to reconnect, debrief the day of action, and learn about next steps!

Justice Cafe
First and Third Wednesday Afternoons 3PM
Co-hosted online by Rev. Erik Swanson & Beth Wylie

Our current areas of focus are supporting our immigrant neighbors, LGBTQIA+ allyship, fighting Christian nationalism and promoting human rights for Palestinians. If you are passionate about these or topics, drop in to Justice Cafe – we would love to hear from you.

As People of Hope we strive to walk beside those most impacted by injustice…the immigrant and refugee, our LGBTQIA+ siblings, people of color, the unhoused, the creatures of the Earth…to name just a few.

Together, we are better able to face the suffering of the world in love and to have a greater impact with more joy as we work for justice. Learn or share about opportunities to get involved…as a community we can make a difference.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuesday April 29 1pm Online preparation for attending May Day Strong event on May 1

This hour is dedicated to providing information and training in preparation for attendance at the May Day Strong events on Thursday, May 1 (see below). Come and learn about how to stay safe at a protest, increasing our impact with a united message, what to bring or not bring, coordinate carpools, and more. Bring your questions and bring a friend!

Thursday May 1 May Day Strong has put out a nationwide call for  events in support of labor and immigrant rights. In response, Westhope’s Justice Cafe will be partnering with SURJ  to organize and support a community group to attend the San Jose May Day rally, march and cultural celebration. 

145pm Pre-Rally Meetup (Exact location TBD)
230pm Rally at Story & King
4pm March to City Hall (approximately 75 minutes of walking)
5pm+ Cultural Performances and more at City Hall

Register here
https://actionnetwork.org/events/san-jose-may-day

Please RSVP to Beth to get included in support communications from Justice Cafe for this event.

Wednesday May 7 Justice Cafe 3pm

Saturday May 17 An Evening with Vote Common Good Learn More
5 to 7pm Giving PEOPLE of FAITH an ALTERNATIVE to MAGA CHRISTIANITY & POLITICS
7 to 9pm Doors Open 630pm We the People Ride for Common Good Immigration & Border Practices Documentary & Discussion

Wednesday May 21 Justice Cafe 3pm

Thursday May 29 No Other Land Oscar Award Winning Documentary with Discussion
Learn more and register

FREE WEBINARS

April 8 to 29 Tuesdays 4pm Roadmap to Ruin: How the Church Can Resist the Dismantling of Democracy From Jemar Tisby, PhD

Explore John Lewis, A Life, a comprehensive and compelling biography of civil rights leader John Lewis, celebrated as “the conscience of Congress,” through a narrative that weaves together exclusive interviews, never-before-seen FBI files, and documents, offering profound insights into his significant role in American history and the civil rights movement.

We hope you will consider joining us for this relevant conversation even if you don't have a chance to read the book. Please note: our book choices are also available in audio format.

1st Wednesday of the Month • Online