Please Join us for our Annual Winter Concert I Dream a World Saturday, December 8 7 pm – 9 pm Hamilton Hall You won’t want to miss this eclectic mix of music featuring the Crescendo Choir, Joyful Noise, and several talented soloists and small groups singing and playing a variety of genres. This event is … Continue reading Winter Concert THIS SATURDAY, Dec. 8th!
“Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable. Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As a passionate and concerned congregation, may we be a warm light to an element of physical suffering. This Sunday, … Continue reading SOCK DRIVE: A Blessing of Socks
Join Us for a Cupcake Reception to Welcome our Newest Members in Wendte Hall this Sunday. During this Sunday’s service, we will be holding our Winter Ingathering to celebrate the new members that have joined us since June: Mike Baker and Allison Rhodes; Waddell “Dell” K. Fields; Deborah Kaplan; Keith and Marcia Kreycik; Scarth Locke; Erika … Continue reading Week of 11/29 New Events Posted
The church office will be closed Wed-Thurs. Nov 21-22. The office is always closed Fri-Sunday. We will be back Mon. Nov. 26. An abbreviated Chalice Chatter with this Sunday’s announcements has been sent out.
There is an immediate need for some short-term (as well as longer term) volunteer work in the Church office. MSC19 (our fabulous search committee) has requested support in ensuring that our website and print communications puts our best face forward. While we have been continually improving and evolving over the years thanks to the diligent … Continue reading Do You Have a Few Minutes? We Need your Help!
Sat., Nov. 17, Children & Family Ministries Work Party, 1- 4 PM, Nursery and Spirit Rooms. Come hang out and help out as we wash, sanitize and organize toys, check over needed supplies, and share ideas about improving our space. Snacks provided and little “helping” hands welcome! Contact Nicole Fitzhugh for more information. Sun. Nov. … Continue reading Week of 11/15 New Events Posted
Fri., Nov. 16, Young Adult Potluck, 6:30 PM – 9 PM, Starr King Room. Are you a Young Adult? Interested in deepening connections at First Unitarian Church of Oakland? Join the Young Adult group for a potluck and social gathering. Bring a dish to share, a board game, or just yourself! All are welcome. Questions? … Continue reading Week of 11/08 Updates
New Announcements & Events Added This Week We are hiring a part-time membership coordinator. Good news! The Board of Trustees has authorized hiring a part-time membership coordinator to support the ministry of this vibrant and growing congregation. Working with the Community Connections team, they will help welcome visitors, facilitate pathways to belonging, and integrate newer … Continue reading Week of 11/01 Updates
***Please note the earlier starting time of 5 PM*** Bring the whole family for: A Costume Parade, Games for Children, light dinner of pizza and salad, and Music. (Note this event supplants the Halloween party that usually follows the Sunday service) Questions/To help with Halloween Party-Please contact stewardship@uuoakland.org
Sun., Oct. 28, Ella Baker Team Meeting 12-1 PM, 3rd Floor Common Area. The Ella Baker Team will meeto share updates about the “Audit the Sheriff” campaign and plan our next actions. Whether you can contribute one hour or many, if you are concerned about criminal justice reform in Alameda County, this is the place … Continue reading Week of 10/25 Updates
