The Living church

Chakra Gong Sound Bath
2026-02-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-20 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-30 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-16 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
Come and join us for an evening of deep relaxation and healing at The Living Church SF. Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of the gong as it resonates with each of your Chakras, bringing balance and harmony to your mind, body and spirit. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to unwind and realign your energy. Don’t miss out on a unique experience!
Must have a physical ID to attend all events.
All events, sessions, and services are 21+ only.

Restorative Yoga & Breathwork: The Midweek Reset
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-04 18:00 - 19:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
Give your mind, body, and nervous system a midweek reset.
Restorative Yoga & Breathwork: The Midweek Reset is a gentle, grounding class designed to help you slow down, release tension, and reconnect with your breath.
We’ll move through calming, supported restorative postures that encourage deep relaxation and nervous system downshifting. Throughout class, you’ll be guided through simple, accessible breathwork practices to reduce stress, improve focus, and invite a sense of inner ease.
This is a space to soften, restore, and recharge so you can finish the week with more clarity, presence, and energy.
What You’ll Experience

Gentle, restorative yoga postures supported by props
Guided breathwork for relaxation and nervous system regulation
Mindfulness and body awareness practices
Space to slow down, release tension, and reset
A calm, grounded state to carry into the rest of your week
Who This Class Is For

Anyone feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or “on” all the time
Busy professionals needing a nervous system reset
Athletes and active individuals seeking recovery and balance
Beginners and experienced practitioners looking for a slower, softer practice

Details
The Living Church
Every Wednesday
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to settle in.
Why You’ll Love It
This class is your permission slip to pause.
You’ll leave feeling calmer, more centered, and deeply restored — a true midweek reset for your body, breath, and mind.
Led by Joseph Gabriel Ilustrisimo
About The Living Church SF:The Living Church is a sacred Mushroom Community for 21+.
Must have a physical ID to attend all events.These group sessions are paid for by donations made to the church. All events are FREE for new and returning members.
See all events here.Our Goal: Build Community. Create new friendships. Grow together.

Yoga and Sound Bath
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-10 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-30 18:00 - 19:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
Yoga followed by Sound Bath Every Tuesday at 6pm with Erica and Joseph.
Join us for a rejuvenating 40-minute flow that combines breath with movement to cultivate strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. This flow is designed to build heat, release tension, and enhance body awareness through a series of dynamic postures. Each week, we explore different sequences that progress in intensity, offering options for all levels to meet you where you are in your practice.
Settle into a restorative 20-minute sound bath. Allow the calming frequencies of crystal singing bowls (or other instruments, if applicable) to help soothe the mind and integrate the benefits of your practice, leaving you grounded and refreshed.
This class is perfect for anyone looking to build strength, improve flexibility, and find relaxation, all in the span of 60 minutes.
The Sound Healing Project was founded by Erica Nguyễn, a San Francisco-based certified Sound Practitioner. Erica’s journey into sound healing began with her certification in Nepal, where she mastered the art of Tibetan bowl sound healing and therapy. She further deepened her expertise by studying under the SF Sound Symphony, Dr. Paul Hubbert, and Globe Institute, honing her skills in creating immersive and healing soundscapes. As a 200RYT yoga teacher, she integrates Asana and Dhyana into her sound journeys for optimal relaxation and bliss.
Passionate about equity and inclusion, Erica created the Sound Healing Project to bring sound medicine and yoga teachings to diverse communities, including youth, seniors, individuals in recovery, dementia patients, and underserved populations. She sees these offerings as pathways to reconnect with one’s true self.
The Sound Healing Project hosts immersive sound baths and meditations at yoga studios, schools, community spaces, nonprofits, and private events, fostering an inclusive environment for all to experience the healing power of sound and mindfulness.
About The Living Church SF: The Living Church is a sacred Mushroom Community for 21+.
See all events here.Our Goal: Build Community. Create new friendships. Grow together.

Maryzelle's Cacao ceremony & Gongbath
2026-02-15 15:00 - 16:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
You are invited into a sacred evening of heart opening cacao and immersive gong soundbath
We begin by gathering in circle to receive ceremonial cacao: a gentle, ancient plant ally known for opening the heart, softening the nervous system, and guiding us into deeper presence. Through intention setting, breath, and prayer, we attune to the wisdom of the cacao and anchor into the body.
From this grounded space, you’ll be guided into a meditation, then a full spectrum gongbath. The vibrations of the gongs wash through the body like waves, clearing stagnant energy, calming the mind, and inviting profound rest and release. The sound works beyond words supporting emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and deep inner listening.
This ceremony is an invitation to slow down, open the heart, and be held by sound.
No prior experience necessary
Come as you are : open, curious, and ready to receive
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring anything that helps you feel cozy
About The Living Church SF: The Living Church is a sacred Mushroom Community for 21+.
Must have a physical ID to attend all events.These group sessions are paid for by donations made to the church. All events are FREE for new and returning members.
See all events here.Our Goal: Build Community. Create new friendships. Grow together.

New Moon Ceremony featuring Maryzelle at the Living Church SF
2026-02-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-22 18:00 - 19:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
New Moon Soundbath with Maryzelle
Join us for a transformative New Moon Sound Bath, featuring the soothing resonance of crystal sound bowls and the enchanting energy of the beautiful Maryzelle. As the moon reaches a new phase, surrender to the healing vibrations that will guide you into deep relaxation and inner clarity. The sound bath offers a space to release tension, reset your intentions, and embrace the powerful energy of the new moon. Let the harmonious frequencies elevate your spirit and restore balance. Ideal for anyone seeking rejuvenation and spiritual alignment.
BIO
Maryzelle is a Salvadoran artist and holistic health practitioner from San Francisco, who is deeply rooted in music and spirituality. Growing up in Austin and San Francisco, she first fell in love with drumming, leading her to perform in various bands and tour the country. With a BA in Music from Mills College and a 200 HR yoga teacher certification, she has evolved into a sound therapist, hosting healing events across the Bay Area. Maryzelle incorporates her rooted rituals by honoring her ancestry in offering Cacao in Ceremonies and using earth-grounding tools to bring people closer to themselves, their hearts, and to Mother Earth. She has hosted healing events for Veterans, PTSD Recovery patients, addiction recovery patients, UCSF Hospital, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and more. As a Musician, Ceremonialist, and Healer, Maryzelle works hands-on in creating immersive, earthing grounding, soul-touching experiences.
MUST BRING PHYSICAL ID FOR ALL EVENTS!
All events, sessions, and services are 21+ only.

Sound Bath Saturdays
2026-02-07 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-10 15:00 - 16:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
The Sound Healing Project
Find Inner Peace: An Evening of Sound Healing with Erica Nguyễn
This event is an invitation to let go of stress, honor yourself, and embrace the healing journey Erica has created with care and passion.
Step into a transformative sound bath experience at The Living Church with Erica Nguyễn, founder of The Sound Healing Project and a certified Sound Practitioner. With expertise in Tibetan bowl therapy gained in the sacred landscapes of Nepal, Erica brings the profound art of sound healing to life in a way that speaks to the soul.
In this event, designed to relax, restore, and empower, you’ll be immersed in healing soundscapes crafted with Tibetan bowls, chimes, and resonant frequencies that echo her studies with renowned teachers at the SF Sound Symphony and the Globe Institute. Her approach goes beyond sound alone; as a 200RYT yoga teacher, Erica incorporates elements of Asana and Dhyana, guiding you into a state of deep relaxation and inner bliss.
This sound bath is for any one seeking a space to reconnect, recharge, and rediscover her inner strength. Whether you’re new to sound healing or a frequent participant, Erica’s compassionate presence and dedication to inclusivity will support your journey toward greater balance and self-discovery.
Open to all backgrounds and experience levels—come as you are, and leave feeling renewed.
About The Living Church SF: The Living Church is a sacred Mushroom Community for 21+.
Must have physical ID to attrend all events.
These group sessions are paid for by donations made to the church.
All events are FREE with RVSP.
See all events here.
Our Goal: Build Community. Create new friendships. Grow together.

The Release: Self-Massage and Breathwork Workshop
2026-01-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-14 18:00 - 19:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
Combining slow movements and flows to give the body some much needed rest and relaxation. Relax the body through deep restorative poses. Learn how to be your own massage therapist and to take your relaxation to the next level with self-massage techniques that you can even take with you off the mat. Finish the class with a guided breathwork journey to help you have deeper rest in the mind and the body.
Hosted by:
Joseph Gabriel Ilustrisimo is an emotional support human with experience as a personal trainer, yoga teacher, breathwork practitioner, and sound healer.
About The Living Church SF: The Living Church is a sacred Mushroom Community for 21+.
Must have a physical ID to attend all events.These group sessions are paid for by donations made to the church.All events are FREE with RVSP.
See all events here.Our Goal: Build Community. Create new friendships. Grow together.

The Big Cap Storytelling
2026-01-24 18:30 - 19:30 | CA
San Francisco’s Premier free standup comedy show returns to The Living Church SF! Featuring the funniest comedians from around the nation curated by the Big Cap Comedy group. A hilarious night full of stories, laughter, and maybe even some free goodies!! Join us for an unforgettable show!

New Year Cacao Ceremony with Maryzelle
2025-12-29 18:00 - 19:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
Mayan Cacao CeremonyFor Centuries, Cacao and Sound Ceremonies have been conducted throughout Maryzelle’s Ancestral Lineage of the Mayan people in The Smallest Indigenous Country in Central America – El Salvador. Maryzelle’s ancestry used Cacao & Ceremony as a celebratory ritual that opens the heart to its deepest desires and activations. Now, Drinking ceremonial grade cacao has been known to not only activate the heart, but as well as increase blood flow, boost mood, calm the nervous system, and ground us in the present moment within ourselves and with others. Cacao is the most antioxidant rich superfood in the world and has high levels of Theobromine, which enhances Mood & Focus. Theobroma translates in greek as, “food of the gods.”- so along with Mayan Lineage, Greek Lineage as well believes in the true godlike power of this Medicine.
We will fully dive and indulge into the magic powers of this Ancestral Heart Opening Medicine of Cacao through Sacred Circle, breathwork to ground into our Mother Earth, Breathwork to ground into our Bodies, Intention Setting, Cacao Praying, and Heart Activating Shares.We will fully dive and indulge into the magic powers of this Ancestral Heart Opening Medicine of Cacao through Sacred Circle, breathwork to ground into our Mother Earth, Breathwork to ground into our Bodies, Intention Setting, Cacao Praying, and Heart Activating Shares. Maryzelle’s strongest healing power throughout her entire life has been Music and Sound. She believes and lives in the power of alignment, activation, transformation, and healing through Sound & Music.
BIO
Maryzelle is a Salvadoran artist and holistic health practitioner from San Francisco, who is deeply rooted in music and spirituality. Growing up in Austin and San Francisco, she first fell in love with drumming, leading her to perform in various bands and tour the country. With a BA in Music from Mills College and a 200 HR yoga teacher certification, she has evolved into a sound therapist, hosting healing events across the Bay Area. Maryzelle incorporates her rooted rituals by honoring her ancestry in offering Cacao in Ceremonies and using earth-grounding tools to bring people closer to themselves, their hearts, and to Mother Earth. She has hosted healing events for Veterans, PTSD Recovery patients, addiction recovery patients, UCSF Hospital, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and more. As a Musician, Ceremonialist, and Healer, Maryzelle works hands-on in creating immersive, earthing grounding, soul-touching experiences.
Must have a physical ID to attend all events.
All events, sessions, and services are 21+ only.

Copal & Drum Ceremony with Maryzelle
2025-12-28 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-20 15:00 - 16:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
Step into a sacred space of smoke, rhythm, and spirit.
We begin with copal, the sacred resin of Mesoamerica, whose fragrant smoke purifies the body, clears stagnant energy, and opens the heart for prayer. As the smoke rises, it carries our intentions to the unseen realms, creating a bridge between the physical and spiritual worlds.
From this place of clarity, we’ll drop into a guided meditation to ground the body and soften the mind—opening ourselves to receive messages, visions, and healing from within. The breath becomes our anchor as we deepen into the present moment and prepare to journey.
Then, the pulse of the drum begins—the heartbeat of the Earth. Crafted with the skin of the mule, this sacred instrument invites us into trance and transformation. Through rhythm, we travel across inner landscapes, guided by ancestral wisdom and the medicine of sound. Each beat calls the spirit home, weaving together prayer, vibration, and renewal.
Come to cleanse, journey, and remember who you are through the ancient healing forces of copal and drum.
BIO
Maryzelle is a Salvadoran artist and holistic health practitioner from San Francisco, who is deeply rooted in music and spirituality. Growing up in Austin and San Francisco, she first fell in love with drumming, leading her to perform in various bands and tour the country. With a BA in Music from Mills College and a 200 HR yoga teacher certification, she has evolved into a sound therapist, hosting healing events across the Bay Area. Maryzelle incorporates her rooted rituals by honoring her ancestry in offering Cacao in Ceremonies and using earth-grounding tools to bring people closer to themselves, their hearts, and to Mother Earth. She has hosted healing events for Veterans, PTSD Recovery patients, addiction recovery patients, UCSF Hospital, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and more. As a Musician, Ceremonialist, and Healer, Maryzelle works hands-on in creating immersive, earthing grounding, soul-touching experiences.
Must have a physical ID to attend all events.
All events, sessions, and services are 21+ only.Copal & Drum Ceremony with Maryzelle

Cacao Ceremony with Maryzelle
2025-12-23 18:00 - 19:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States

Vinyasa Yoga with Erica
2025-12-18 18:00 - 19:00 | The Living Church, 1081 Post St., San Francisco, CA, CA, 94109, United States
Vinyasa Yoga with Erica (The Sound Healing Project) .
Join us for a rejuvenating 60-minute flow that combines breath with movement to cultivate strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. This flow is designed to build heat, release tension, and enhance body awareness through a series of dynamic postures. This week, we explore different sequences that progress in intensity, offering options for all levels to meet you where you are in your practice.
This class is perfect for anyone looking to build strength, improve flexibility, and find relaxation, all in the span of 60 minutes.
The Sound Healing Project was founded by Erica Nguyễn, a San Francisco-based certified Sound Practitioner. Erica’s journey into sound healing began with her certification in Nepal, where she mastered the art of Tibetan bowl sound healing and therapy. She further deepened her expertise by studying under the SF Sound Symphony, Dr. Paul Hubbert, and Globe Institute, honing her skills in creating immersive and healing soundscapes. As a 200RYT yoga teacher, she integrates Asana and Dhyana into her sound journeys for optimal relaxation and bliss.
Passionate about equity and inclusion, Erica created the Sound Healing Project to bring sound medicine and yoga teachings to diverse communities, including youth, seniors, individuals in recovery, dementia patients, and underserved populations. She sees these offerings as pathways to reconnect with one’s true self.
The Sound Healing Project hosts immersive sound baths and meditations at yoga studios, schools, community spaces, nonprofits, and private events, fostering an inclusive environment for all to experience the healing power of sound and mindfulness.
About The Living Church SF: The Living Church is a sacred Mushroom Community for 21+.
Must have a physical ID to attend all events.These group sessions are paid for by donations made to the church.All events are FREE with RVSP.
See all events here.Our Goal: Build Community. Create new friendships. Grow together.
