Blue Oaks Blog

Women at Blue Oaks Churc in Pleasanton, CA talking and fellowshipping on Sunday morning at church

Articles and Stories to encourage you in your spiritual growth

The Formation of our Beliefs

Belief takes on a large role in the making of our lived realities. Our beliefs dictate what is important to us, what we trust in, and how we make sense of the world around us. We hold tightly to our…

Qualified Charitable Distributions After 73

Introduction For individuals over 73 years old with Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), understanding Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and their tax implications is crucial. One efficient way to manage these distributions while supporting charitable causes is through Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs).…

6 Common Questions About Baptism

1. What is baptism? Baptism is an outward expression of an inward change. It’s a public declaration of how Jesus changed your life. Being baptized shows others that you’ve decided to follow Jesus, and allows them to celebrate this decision…

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