Vigil Against Anti-Asian Hate and for Peace for Everybody
Friday, March 26, 8:00 to 9:15 PM
Soon Chung Park, 74. Hyun Jung Grant, 51. Suncha Kim, 69. Yong Ae Yue, 63. Delaina Ashley Yaun, 33. Xiaojie Tan, 49. Daoyou Feng, 44. Paul Andre Michels, 54.
Denny Strong, 20. Neven Stanisic, 23. Rikki Olds, 25. Tralona Bartkowiak, 49. Suzanne Fountain, 59. Teri Leiker, 51. Kevin Mahoney, 61. Lynn Murray, 62. Jody Waters, 65. Eric Talley, 51.
We will remember them, and Pastor Theresa will hold space as we talk about stopping Anti-Asian hate and about the Boulder shooting. For an auto-reply with Zoom details, write to yesplease@uuoakland.org with the subject line VIGIL.
Supporting Oaklanders Separated from Family at the Border
Sunday, March 28, 11:45 AM
Join UUSC Clergy Representative Rev. Dottie Mathews, from Congregational Accompaniment Project for Asylum Seekers, in a conversation about opportunities to offer community connection and support to people in the family reunification process here in Oakland. Stay on Zoom after the worship service and watch for a prompt to join the breakout room at 11:45 AM or 15 minutes after worship ends (please be prepared to flex the time depending on how long the service runs).
Japanese Influences on Unitarian Universalism
Sunday, March 28, 2021 4:00 to 5:30 PM
Did you know Japanese influences on and contributions to Unitarian Universalism have existed since the 1800s, and have included interfaith learning, openness to syncretic practices, and ministries across language differences? Japanese people in Unitarian Universalism have also faced racism and sought justice for all. Follow this link for more information and to register for a presentation offered by All Souls Church Unitarian.
Are you a “not so young” single adult?
Sunday, March 28, 7:00 to 8:00 PM
The UU East Bay (Not So Young) Adult Singles Group has just formed, and you are invited to participate. How will it work? The vision is to have monthly meetings and regular events –via Zoom, until it is safe to meet in person. Meet other singles in the East Bay who share similar values and who are looking to expand their social network. Contact Marilynn Schuyler for more information. Follow this link to join in!
Virtual Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 4, 10:30 AM
This year’s church Easter Egg Hunt has gone virtual! We invite you to place eggs in your Zoom screen so children and adults of all ages can participate in “finding” eggs during service. By “hiding” eggs together, we can welcome fun into our service, share in a beloved church tradition, and keep each other safe. Any questions or concerns can be brought to Interim Director of Religious Education Alex Haider-Winnett.
NEW DATE! BIPOC Covenant Group
Friday, April 16, 8:00 to 9:30 PM
For those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of color, Pastor Theresa will lead a time for reflection and discussion of themes that are of importance. Participants will have the opportunity to check in, share perspectives, tell their stories, and listen deeply. Invitations have been sent to participants of the BIPOC caucus. Please email the Journey Toward Wholeness Antiracism Transformation Team if you did not receive one.
Alex’s Pep Talk
Last fall, interim director of religious education Alex Haider-Winnett planted acorns. Did they survive? The answer surprised him. And they might surprise you, too. Check it out in his latest Pep Talk video.