The Day of the Coming of the Holy Spirit
2025-06-08 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us on Sunday for Pentecost, when we will celebrate the birthday of the church as a community empowered by the Holy Spirit. Our pastor will preach on the topic “ The Day of the Coming of the Holy Spirit” as described in Acts 2: 1-21, and the music for this Sunday will continue to remind us of the inspiring power of the Holy Spirit. Jazz pianist Jeffrey Chin will play his arrangements of three hymns, including “Breathe on Me, Breath of God,” and will accompany the choir in the anthem “Holy Spirit, Come and Fill Us.”
As part of this celebration, many of us will bring unwrapped gifts for the church: paper supplies, cleaning supplies, items that we can use for our services and activities.
We hope to have you with us on Sunday for our church service and for fellowship afterwards. See you then!
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The Work of the Spirit in Us
2025-06-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
We hope that you will join us on Sunday at Crystal Springs UMC when we gather for worship. Our pastor, Kata’i’i Tapa, will preach on the topic “The Work of the Spirit in Us,” using the text from the Scripture, John 16: 12-15. We can look forward to beautiful music: Pianist Jean Cole will share with us three piano pieces, including an arrangement of the spiritual “Every Time I Feel the Spirit,” and will accompany the choir in a lovely arrangement of “Jesus Loves Me,” which incorporates “Clair de Lune.” After the service we will gather for refreshments and fellowship in the Fireside Room.
We hope to greet you there.
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Declare How Much God Has Done for You
2025-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
On Sunday, June 22nd, when we gather for worship, we hope to have you with us at Crystal Springs UMC. Using the text from Luke 8:26-39, our pastor will preach on the message “Declare How Much God Has Done for You.” When you join us on Sunday, you will experience a special musical treat: our handbell choir will play two pieces, “Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart,” and the rousing “Old Time Religion in My Heart.” After the service we hope that you will stay for fellowship and refreshments in the Fireside Room.
See you on Sunday at Crystal Springs!
Have a good day!
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Are We Willing to Follow Jesus Wholeheartedly?
2025-06-29 10:00 - 11:00 | CA
Please come join us for worship at Crystal Springs UMC on Sunday, June 29th. Judy Riedy, who directs the Children’s Ministry, will be our guest speaker. She will preach on the question “Are We Willing to Follow Jesus Wholeheartedly?” During the service pianist Jean Cole will play four piano solos, including an arrangement of the beloved hymn “It Is Well with My Soul,” in memory of Jean’s organ teacher, Tom Foster.
After the service, we will gather for fellowship and refreshments in the Fireside Room.
We would love to have you join us at Crystal Springs on Sunday!
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God’s Will: A Life of Mercy, Justice, and Generosity
2025-07-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
We hope to see you at Crystal Springs on Sunday, July 6th, when we will gather for communion and enjoy pianist Jonathan Wing’s special musical offering. The Scripture for Sunday comes from the Gospel according to Luke, Chapter 10: 1-10, 16-20, and our pastor, Kata’i’i Tapa, will preach on the theme “God’s Will: A Life of Mercy, Justice, and Generosity.” After the service we will gather for fellowship and refreshments in the Fireside Room.
We hope that you will join us!
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Who Is Our Neighbor?
2025-07-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
We are looking forward to our worship service on Sunday, July 13, and hope that you will be with us then. We will welcome the children during our Children’s Time, and then hear our pastor, Kata’i’i Tapa, preach on the question “Who Is Our Neighbor?” This is the question Jesus addresses in the parable of the Good Samaritan, recorded in the Gospel according to Luke, Chapter 10: 25-37. As a congregation we will join in singing hymns and sharing our joys and concerns. After the service, we will gather for refreshments and continued fellowship in the Fireside Room.
Come join us on Sunday at Crystal Springs UMC!
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Choose the Right Thing to Do
2025-07-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
We hope that you will join us on Sunday, July 20, for worship at Crystal Springs UMC in the San Mateo Highlands. Our pastor will be preaching on the theme “Choose the Right Thing to Do,” based on the Scripture as recorded in Luke 10: 38-42, the story of Martha and Mary. Pianist Jonathan Wing will provide the musical offering, including his own arrangement of the beloved hymn “Be Thou My Vision.” After the service we will gather as usual for fellowship and refreshments in the Fireside Room.
We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!
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Store Up Treasures to Be Rich Toward God
2025-08-03 10:00 - 11:00 | CA
How fast the summer is going by! Here we are on the threshold of August already. On Sunday, August 3rd, we will once again gather for communion, and we would love to have you with us. Pastor Tapa will preach on the topic “Store Up Treasures to Be Rich Toward God,” based on the Scripture from Luke 12:13-21. Our accompanist this Sunday, Jonathan Wing, will present several solos and along with Diane play a four-hand arrangement of “Children of the Heavenly Father.” After the service we hope that you will stay for refreshments and fellowship in the Fireside Room.
We would love to see you at Crystal Springs on August 3rd!
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Be Aware, Be Watchful, and Be Ready
2025-08-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Come join us for worship on Sunday at Crystal Springs UMC in the San Mateo Highlands! Our pastor, Kata’i’i Tapa, will preach on the topic “Be Aware, Be Watchful, and Be Ready,” based on the Scripture in Luke 12: 32-40. The musical offering will include arrangements of spirituals and of the beloved hymn “Amazing Grace,” as well as congregational singing. After the service we will gather in the Fireside Room as we always do for fellowship and refreshments. We hope to see you there!
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God’s Laws and Commandments Are to Save Lives
2025-08-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
We hope that you will join us for worship on Sunday, August 24th, at Crystal Springs UMC in the San Mateo Highlands. Our pastor, Kata’i’i Tapa, will preach on the topic “God’s Laws and Commandments Are to Save Lives,” based on the Scripture in the Gospel according to Luke 13: 10—17. Our pianist this Sunday, Jonathan Wing, will play two piano solos and will be joined by Diane for two 4-hand piano arrangements of traditional hymns. After the service please come to the Fireside Room for refreshments and fellowship. We want you to be part of our Crystal Springs community!
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We Are Called To Humility and Hospitality
2025-08-31 10:00 - 23:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
We hope that you will join us for worship on Sunday, August 31st, at Crystal Springs UMC in the San Mateo Highlands. Our pastor, Kata’i’i Tapa, will preach on the topic “We Are Called To Humility and Hospitality,” based on the Scripture in the Gospel according to Luke 14:1: 7—14. Our pianist this Sunday, Jean Cole Will play “Harvest” for special music. After the service please come to the Fireside Room for refreshments and fellowship. We want you to be part of our Crystal Springs community!
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Let Me Walk with Thee
2025-11-09 10:00 - 23:00 | CA
Crystal Springs United Methodist Church warmly invites you to our 10 AM worship service this Sunday. Come and enjoy uplifting music with our choir, featuring the anthem “Let Me Walk with Thee.” We’re delighted to welcome back our Pastor Katai’i Tapa, who will share a powerful message based on 2 Thessalonians 2:1–5, 13–17, reminding us that “Faith Is Grounded in God, Who Transforms, Empowers, Renews Creation.” We hope you’ll join us as we come together in Christ and celebrate as a community of faith.
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All Saints Day
2025-11-16 10:00 - 23:00 | CA
You’re warmly invited to join us this Sunday at 10 AM for worship at Crystal Springs United Methodist Church. This Sunday, we will share in Holy Communion and a Commemoration of All Saints Day as we remember and honor those who have gone before us.Please remember to bring a picture of your loved one to place on our remembrance table. Our Scripture reading will come from Luke 19:1–10, the story of Zacchaeus. We are also blessed to welcome Deacon Rev. Sina Vuna as our guest preacher, who will share a powerful message reflecting on this story. Please come and join us as we gather together in faith, as a church, family, and community, to worship, remember, and celebrate God’s love. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Stay Ready So You Don’t Have to Get Ready
2025-11-30 10:00 - 23:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Come join us this Sunday, November 30th at 10 AM at Crystal Springs United Methodist Church as we begin the First Sunday of Advent, lighting the Candle of Hope, led by the Brouwer Family. We will gather in worship as our children share special music, singing “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus.” We are also blessed to have William Orecchia sharing the Word, preaching from Matthew 24:36–44 on the theme:“Stay Ready So You Don’t Have to Get Ready.” It will be a meaningful message as we enter this sacred season of Advent. Advent is sacred in the Christian tradition because it is a season of preparation, reflection, and anticipation. It marks the beginning of the Christian year and invites us to prepare our hearts for, The celebration of Jesus’ birth “Christmas”, and the coming of Christ in a spiritual and future sense.
Following the service, we invite everyone to stay as we break bread together and enjoy our Thanksgiving Remix: The Great Leftover Meal, a wonderful time of fellowship, gratitude, and community as we celebrate Advent as a church family.God bless you, and we hope to see you this Sunday!
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“Rejoice, for God’s Promise for You and Me Is Forever.”
2025-12-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us on December 14th at our 10 AM service as we gather for the Third Sunday of Advent, lighting the Candle of Joy, led by the Orecchia family. We will worship together through beautiful music, including a flute offering by Antoinette and a special selection from our Handbell Choir. Our Scripture reading comes from Luke 1:46–55, and Pastor Katai’i Tapa will share the message: “Rejoice, for God’s Promise for You and Me Is Forever.”
Come and celebrate this joyful season with us as we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. Join us after as we gather for fellowship.
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The Birth of Jesus, the Messiah
2025-12-21 10:00 - 23:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us on Sunday, December 21st at 10:00 am. As we gather for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, the Sunday of Love, led by the Faanati Family. We will worship together through special music from our choir, hear the Scripture reading from Matthew 1:18–25, and receive the message from Pastor Kata’i’i Tapa, “The Birth of Jesus, the Messiah.” We invite you to come and worship with us as we gather together as a church family and community, celebrating the love of Christ during this Advent season. Please join us for fellowship following the service. All are welcome, we look forward to worshiping with you.

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CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE
2025-12-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
We warmly invite you to join us this Christmas Eve at 7 PM for a beautiful Candlelight Service at Crystal
Springs United Methodist Church.
Together, we will celebrate the birth of Jesus through scripture readings, the singing of beloved Christmas ca-rols, and a heartwarming children’s skit presented by our Sunday School as they share the joy of the season.
Following the service, we welcome everyone to stay for a time of fellowship, cookies, and warm community as we gather in celebration of Christ’s coming.
We look forward to sharing this blessed evening with you and your loved ones, All are welcome-come experience the light, hope, and joy of Christmas with us.
2145 BUNKER HILL DR., SAN MATEO CA 94402
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Christmas Eve Festival of Lesson
2025-12-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
You are warmly invited to join us on December 24th at 7pm for our Christmas Eve Festival of Lesson and carols service. Come celebrate the joy of Christ’s birth through beautiful carols, inspiring scripture readings, and a special Sunday school pageant. Following the service, please stay and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies as we continue the fellowship together.
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Listening to God’s Word: His Guidance and Leadership Save Us in 2025
2025-12-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us this Sunday, December 28th, at 10:00 AM for worship as we gather together after Christmas. We will be blessed by special music, “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” beautifully played by Jeffrey Chen on the piano. Our scripture reading will come from Matthew 2:13–23. Pastor Kata’i’i Tapa will share the message, “Listening to God’s Word: His Guidance and Leadership Save Us in 2025.” This message will encourage us as we look ahead with faith, trust, and hope in God’s leading for the new year. Following the service, please stay and join us for a time of fellowship together as a church family.We look forward to worshiping with you and hope to see you on Sunday.
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Striving in 2026 with Hope, Love, and Faith
2026-01-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Join us as we celebrate the First Sunday of the New Year, 2026 at Crystal Springs United Methodist Church 10:00 AM Worship Service. As we begin a new year together, we invite you to gather with us for our first Communion of 2026. Worship will include special music from the choir, accompanied by Jean Cole on the piano. We will hear the Scripture reading from Ephesians 1:3–14, and Pastor Kata’i’i Tapa will share a message titled: “Striving in 2026 with Hope, Love, and Faith.” Come and start the new year grounded in worship, prayer, and community. All are welcome. Following the service, please join us for fellowship and refreshments in the Fireside Room as we continue to gather together in joy and connection.We hope to see you there as we begin this new year together in faith.
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The Word of Baptism
2026-01-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us on Sunday, January 11 at 10:00 AM for worship. We will be blessed with beautiful music played by Jean Cole on the piano, along with special music from the choir. We will hear the Scripture reading from Matthew 3:13–17, and our pastor will preach on “The Word of Baptism”.

Following the service, you are warmly invited to join us for fellowship in the Fireside Room. We hope to see you this Sunday as we gather together as a church community and church family.All are welcome to come and worship with us!

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Blessed Are Those Who Wait Patiently for the Lord
2026-01-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
You are warmly invited to join us for worship, this Sunday, January 18, at 10:00 AM, as we gather together as a church family and community to hear God’s Word and worship together.

The service will include beautiful music offered by our choir, accompanied by Jean Cole, pianist, as well as a special time for children. The Scripture reading will be taken from Psalm 40:1–11, and the message will be delivered by our Candidate for Ministry, William Orecchia, entitled:
“Blessed Are Those Who Wait Patiently for the Lord.”
We invite you to set aside this time to renew your spirit and reconnect with the meaning of Sunday worship. Following the service, you are cordially invited to join us in the Fireside Room for a time of fellowship, coffee, and conversation.
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing in worship together.

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The Voice of the Kingdom of Heaven: Change Your Hearts and Lives
2026-01-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us for Sunday worship on January 25th at 10:00am. As we gather together in worship, we are delighted to welcome back our Bell Choir, who will be sharing special music during the service. The scripture reading will be from Matthew 4:12-23, and Pastor Kata’i’i Tapa will preach on “The Voice of the Kingdom of Heaven: Change Your Hearts and Lives.” Hope you will join us after service for fellowship as we gather together for refreshments
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What God Requires of Us
2026-02-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us this Sunday February 1st at 10 am service as we welcome the new month of February with a meaningful time of worship and Communion.
We will share in the Lord’s Table together and enjoy special music from the choir. Our Scripture reading will come from Micah 6:1–8, and the Pastor will preach on “What God Requires of Us.” We hope you will join us on this first Sunday of February as we break bread in Communion and fellowship with one another. All are welcome, We look forward to worshiping together.
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For God So Loved the World
2026-02-01 10:00 - 23:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us on Sunday, March 1st at 10 AM at Crystal Springs United Methodist Church as we gather for worship and Holy Communion on the first Sunday of March. We will be blessed with special music from the choir as they sing “We Walk by Faith.” Our Scripture reading will come from John 3:1–17, and Pastor Kata’i’i Tapa will share her message on the theme, “For God So Loved the World.” We hope you will join us as we begin the month of March in worship, fellowship, and communion together. We look forward to seeing you Sunday!
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Faith Is Grounded in God’s Power
2026-02-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us this Sunday, February 8, for our 10 am worship service as we come together in faith and praise. Come and enjoy beautiful special music from our choir as they sing “This Little Light of Mine.” We will hear the scripture reading from 1 Corinthians 2:1–12, and the pastor will share the message: “Faith Is Grounded in God’s Power.”
We warmly invite you to be part of this time of worship and fellowship. We hope you can join us as we grow together in faith and community.
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Jesus’ Transformation — Listen to Him
2026-02-15 10:00 - 23:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Dear Church Family,
Please come join us this Sunday at 10:00 AM as we gather together for worship and fellowship. We are honored to welcome our guest speaker, Eleni Latu’ila, as she blesses us with her first time preaching. Let us come together to support and encourage her as she shares God’s word. Children’s Time will be led by Nahokulani Latu’ila. The scripture reading will be Matthew 17:1–9, read by Teresa Throwbridge, and Eleni will be preaching on the message: “Jesus’ Transformation — Listen to Him.” We hope you will join us for this special Sunday as we worship and grow together in faith.

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Ash Wednesday Service
2026-02-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us this Wednesday, February 18th at 7:00 PM for our Ash Wednesday service. Come and worship with us as we begin the Lenten season together. We will gather in prayer, reflection, and the sharing of ashes as a sign of humility and renewal. All are welcome. We hope you will join us, as our Pastor Kata’i’i Tapa will preach on “The Call: Return to Me With All Your Heart”.
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We Are Tempted Consistently
2026-02-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Please join us this Sunday at 10am, as we gather together for worship on the First Sunday of Lent. As we enter this sacred season of reflection and renewal, we invite you to come and prepare your hearts with us. We will enjoy beautiful music from our Handbell Choir and hear the Scripture reading from Matthew 4:1–11. Pastor Kata’i’i Tapa will share a message titled: “We Are Tempted Consistently.”
Come and be encouraged as we reflect on Christ’s strength in the wilderness and how God sustains us through our own times of testing. We look forward to worshiping and fellowshipping with you this Sunday.
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Is the Lord Really With Us?
2026-03-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Crystal Springs United Methodist Church, 2145 Bunker Hill Drive, San Mateo, CA, 94402, United States
Join us this Sunday, March 8th at 10:00 AM for worship. Come and enjoy beautiful music with special music by Bill and the choir, accompanied by Jeffrey Chin. We will hear the scripture reading from Exodus 17:1–7, and Pastor Kata’i’i Tapa will share the message, “Is the Lord Really With Us?” We hope you will join us for a meaningful time of worship and fellowship.We look forward to seeing you this Sunday.
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