We’re thrilled to welcome the Truckee Literary Crawl to Church of the Mountains on April 10 and 11 for a festival that in total will host 67 authors, writers, and poets in 26 sessions in downtown Truckee. This is a one-of-a-kind, free celebration of writers and readers across the Truckee/Tahoe region.

On Friday April 10 6-8pm Church of the Mountains will host a powerful and thought-provoking evening centered on storytelling, reflection, and connection titled “The Search for Belonging: Cults, Longing and Awakening.” This intimate gathering will feature author Priya Hutner, sharing from her memoir “Chasing Nirvana: A Seeker’s Story of Love, Loss, and Liberation,” alongside Blair Glaser, author of “This Incredible Longing.” Together, they’ll explore themes of belief, devotion, spiritual entrapment, and the courage it takes to reclaim one’s inner authority—topics that resonate deeply with anyone who has wrestled with questions of identity, faith, and belonging. The conversation will be moderated by Katherine Hill, co-founder of the Tahoe Literary Festival and publisher of Tahoe Guide, and will include a reading, audience Q&A, and book signing. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

On Saturday, April 11 1-5pm, Church of the Mountains is one of the stops hosting select authors, writers, and poets from the Truckee/Tahoe region.  Come out of the chilly weather and warm up to an afternoon of arts and culture!

This event is free and open to all, and we warmly invite our community—and friends beyond it—to join us. Space is limited, so advanced registration is highly recommended at the link below.

Come be part of an event that celebrates the power of story to illuminate, challenge, and connect us!

Our church has always grown through the care and commitment of this community. Today, we invite you to be part of that tradition through our Growing Together Campaign, an effort to complete the renovation of the historic Sipes Parsonage.

Located next to our church, the Sipes Parsonage has long been part of our campus and our story. The next phase of the renovation focuses on the exterior of the home, including new windows, updated siding, improvements to the back deck, and added insulation to protect and preserve the building for years to come.

To help make this possible, we are looking for donors who feel called to support the project by giving a one-time gift of any amount or $100 per month for one year. These steady gifts will help us complete this important work and ensure the parsonage continues to serve our church and the Truckee community.  

Click on the button below to donate or visit our website.  You can also send a check to Kathleen Zemaitis, Finance Chair, Church of the Mountains, PO Box 1209, Truckee CA 96160 or contact Kathleen at kathleen.zemaitis@gmail.com. (Church of the Mountains is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our Tax ID number is 94-2557398.)

The Growing Together Campaign is about more than restoring a building — it’s about growing our community and investing in the future of our church at the heart of Truckee.

We are grateful for your support as we work together to complete this meaningful project and grow together!

Starting April 7, work will begin on the exterior of the Sipes Parsonage as part of our 5-year rejuvenation project to bring new life to our campus.

Thank you for your patience during this time, and thank you for your generous contributions of time, talent and treasure that are helping us create a vibrant, welcoming space for our community.

We invite you to join us for our next Alpenglow Evening Service on Sunday, April 19—a peaceful, contemplative time to slow down, breathe, and reconnect before we begin a new week.

Alpenglow is part of the ongoing rhythm of our community, offering a quieter space for music, prayer, and reflection in God’s presence. Whether you come regularly or are joining for the first time, you are always welcome!

Alpenglow takes place on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month.

Sunday, April 19
5:00 – 5:30 pm – Light snacks & connection
5:30 – 6:30 pm – Evening worship

Come as you are, and join us for this meaningful time together.  ALL are welcome!

What a joy it was to celebrate Easter together! Thank you to everyone who joined us at Church of the Mountains to share in such a meaningful and spirit-filled day. Whether you’ve been part of our community for years or were visiting for the first time, your presence made the celebration truly special.

From the uplifting music to the message of hope and renewal, Easter reminded us of the power of coming together in faith and community. We are so grateful for each of you who helped create a warm, welcoming, and joyful atmosphere.

Thank you for being part of our Easter celebration—we look forward to continuing this journey of faith together!

Judy Jensen, the group leader welcomes everyone to participate. 

We read and discuss the books we have chosen in an informal discussion and look forward to spending time and sharing our faith with one another. We pray as an introduction to our study—and we close with prayer.

Our group are also members of the Prayer Net and welcome requests that come to us through the larger church body.

Any questions? Reach out to Judy at 530-448-6474 or church email comumctruckee@gmail.com

At Church of the Mountains, our ministry is made possible through the generous support of our community. Your gifts help sustain meaningful worship, inspiring music, outreach to our neighbors, and a welcoming space where all are invited to gather, reflect, and grow.

Every contribution—large or small—supports the life of our church: from caring ministries and community events to maintaining our historic sanctuary and creating opportunities for connection and spiritual renewal. Together, we are nurturing a place of hope, beauty, and belonging in the heart of our mountain community.

Thank you for supporting the ministry of Church of the Mountains and for being part of all that God is doing here. We are deeply grateful for your faithfulness and generosity.

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Send us an email to discuss: comumctruckee@gmail.com

Or if you need to reach Pastor Rebecca  you can email her at rjirelan@gmail.com