The Pastoral Associates program began at First Oakland under the tutelage of the late Mary Ann Haw. A nurse educator by profession, she envisioned a team of compassionate lay members who would be trained to accompany congregants when they were in crisis, challenge, and transformation. Since its inception, the PA program has journeyed along side … Continue reading Sunday July 14, 2024 – The Ministry of Pastoral Care
xxx There are two ways to attend this worship service: In person: Worship service starts at 10:20 AM. We strongly recommend that you wear a mask while in the building. All are invited to stay after worship for Coffee Hour in Wendte Hall. Via Zoom: Click here to join us online for the service and Virtual … Continue reading Sunday July 7, 2024 – Environmental Justice Associates
Enter, rejoice, and come in your full rainbow glory! In this boisterous family-friendly Pride Service, we soak in the sunny rays of acceptance to recharge for the work ahead. We share tales of Identity Euphoria: the immense joy when our racial, gender, sexuality, and many other identities have been celebrated, the opposite of identity dysphoria. … Continue reading Sunday June 30, 2024 – Rainbow Celebration
