Thanksgiving Day Worship at Oceanside URC
Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, November 26th @ 10am
Every year on Thanksgiving morning, the Oceanside United Reformed Church gathers to give thanks for the great benefits that we have received at the Lord’s hands, to set forth his most worthy praise, to hear his most holy Word, and to ask those things which are necessary for the body and the soul. This year’s service is Thursday, November 26, 2026, at 10am in the Army and Navy Academy Chapel, 2549 Ocean St., Carlsbad, California, near the Oceanside border. It’s free and open to everyone, whether you live in North County San Diego or are visiting family.
When: Thursday, November 26, 2026, at 10am (about an hour)
Where: Army and Navy Academy Chapel, 2549 Ocean St., Carlsbad, CA 92008 (directions on our Find Us page)
Cost: Free and open to the public
Children: Welcome in the service, with a quiet area for families with small children
Parking: Street parking is available
After the service: A Thanksgiving meal in the pastor’s home (details below)
A Personal Welcome to Thanksgiving
As the pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church, I personally welcome you to our Thanksgiving Day service.
More than Turkey Day with endless football games, Thanksgiving is a day to be dedicated to Almighty God for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for His inestimable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ.
This is an occasion worth celebrating, and I invite you to celebrate with us.
Haven’t been to church in a while or are simply curious? It’s all good; we’ve been there. We’d be honored to have you join us. Check out our What to Expect to get reacquainted or introduced to church for the first time.
Our doors, arms, and hearts are open to you!
—Dr. Daniel R. Hyde, pastor of Oceanside United Reformed Church and author of What to Expect in Reformed Worship
Common questions
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Yes. The service is free and open to the public.
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Yes. Families are encouraged to worship together. We do have several back rows reserved for you or you are free to use the space in the lobby if your kids get restless. Kid noise doesn’t bother us — we like it that way.
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About an hour, starting at 10am. Nobody is timing you, either — if you need to slip out early, slip out.
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Not at all. No one is called out, but if you’d like to pray aloud your thanks, we have a time for that.
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Yes. You’re our guest, so please don’t feel obligated to give.
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We meet in the Chapel of the Army and Navy Academy (2549 Ocean St.), at the west end of the campus on the corner of Cypress Ave./Ocean St., overlooking the Pacific. Head toward the water and you’ll see it. Come right into the chapel, where hymnals and bulletins will be set out for you.
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Street parking and the public lots nearby are your best bet. Directions and parking notes are on our Find Us page.
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We do meet in an older building, so there is no built-in ramp. It’s just a few inches of step-up, but someone will give you a hand or wheel you in if needed. We also have space down the center aisle where walkers and wheelchairs may be parked.
What other special services does Oceanside URC hold?
Besides our Sunday worship, we gather each year for a Christmas Eve Festival of Lessons and Carols and for Good Friday and Easter services.
Let us know you’re coming
Let us know you’re coming, and we’ll give you a free copy of Pastor Danny’s book, Welcome to a Reformed Church, during your visit.
Last reviewed 10/10/2026
Meeting Place
The Chapel of the Army & Navy Academy
2549 Ocean Street
Carlsbad, CA 92008
The Chapel is at the west end of the property on the corner of Cypress Ave./Ocean St. overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Directions
No matter where you’re coming from in North County San Diego, directions are easy
From the North (Camp Pendleton, Oceanside)
If you are coming down the 5 South, take the 78 Freeway exit and stay in the left lane. At the top of the curve, make a left at the light. You are now on West Vista Way. Go to Pacific Coast Highway and make a left. When you come into Carlsbad, you’ll go over a small bridge, and the Academy is on the right. At the end of the Academy property is Cypress St., go right. The Chapel is at the end of the street.
From the South (S. Carlsbad)
If you are coming up the 5 North, exit Carlsbad Village Drive and go left, towards the ocean. Take Carlsbad Village all the way to the end to Ocean St. and go right. The Chapel is about 4 blocks down on the left.
From the East (Vista)
If you are coming on 78 West continue to the end of the 78, through the light, and onto West Vista Way. Go to Pacific Coast Highway and make a left. When you come into Carlsbad, you’ll go over a small bridge, and the Academy is on the right. At the end of the Academy property is Cypress St., go right. The Chapel is at the end of the street.
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