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At Christian Layman Church, we believe following Jesus means living out love in tangible ways—through justice, compassion, and service. There are many ways you can get involved, whether you're just beginning to explore or looking for your next step.

Start by listening and learning—our sermon series like “A Whole New World” and “Following Jesus in the Bay Area” explore what it means to follow Jesus in today’s world. We also encourage you to engage with trusted resources such as Stop AAPI Hate, Asian American Christian Collaborative, and Faith in Action to learn more about social, racial, and economic justice. Support local Black-owned businesses, read books that stretch your understanding, and have conversations that matter with friends and family.

Then, put your learning into action. Volunteer locally with Habitat for Humanity, CityTeam Ministries, or get involved with ministries supported by CLC, like Harbor House, Street Meal, and Freely in Hope. These organizations are doing transformative work in the East Bay and beyond.

Your gifts and passions matter too. Whether you enjoy cooking, organizing, building, or mentoring—there’s a place for you to serve. You can prepare meals, support local missions, or even explore global partnerships. And sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is simply show up: to a worship gathering, a service project, a shared meal. Every small step helps build the kind of world Jesus imagined.

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