Tie Resendiz will be our special guest host for tonight’s Christmas Chapel, which theme is “Bridget, Nicholas, and Cindy Lou.” Tie Resendiz de Perez is a UU storyteller from the Southwest. Her tellings are invitations for all ages to explore stories we know with a new sense of adventure and discover new tales that our … Continue reading Guest Host for Tonight’s Christmas Chapel
Introducing the Earth Justice Advocates The Earth Justice Associates have taken a new name! Earth Justice Advocates was agreed to by the group last month for two reasons: to avoid confusion with a legal association of the same name and to promote a purpose to actively advocate rather than just associate. To learn about the … Continue reading December 9, 2020 | Announcements & Events
Starting Point: Introduction to First Unitarian Oakland Wednesday, December 9, 7:30 to 8:30 PM This is a Zoom-based introduction to the values, practices, and people of the congregation. We’ll talk about Unitarian Universalism, the congregation itself, our beautiful mission, and the future we are building. Whether you’re new to First Unitarian or have been attending … Continue reading December 2, 2020 | Announcements & Events
Due to the untimely death of a colleague, Rev. Soto must take some time away from conversation before worship tomorrow. They offer to reschedule the session for December 12 a the same time. Thank you for your understanding.
Pastoral Care During Church Thanksgiving Holidays Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27 If you have a pastoral care emergency during the church holidays, please reach out to Evelyn Sheridan, pastoral care coordinator at pastoralcare@uuoakland.org, or to Pastor Theresa, by email at revsoto@uuoakland.org or via phone call or text at 510-473-SOTO (510-473-7686). The Church Needs Your Pledge … Continue reading November 25, 2020 | Announcements & Events
The Holidays Are Hard Enough: Holiday Grief Group Thursday, November 19, and Friday, December 4, 7:00 to 7:30 PM Meet with folks to talk about grief surrounding the holiday season in a time of COVID-19. There will be two opportunities. For more information, email Alex Haider-Winnett. To receive Zoom details, email yespelase@uuoakland.org with HOLIDAYS in the subject line. Christmas … Continue reading November 18, 2020 | Announcements & Events
Practice Against Microaggressions Thursday, November 12, 7:30 to 8:30 PM Pastor Theresa offers another practice session with breakout rooms: one for BIPOC on healing from microaggressions and another one for dominant culture folks on preventing and cleaning up microaggressions if they happen. To join in, send an email to yesplease@uuoakland.org with MICROAGGRESSIONS in the subject line. Congregational … Continue reading November 11, 2020 | Announcements & Events
Post-Election Response Circle Thursday, November 5, 7:30 to 8:30 PM “Voting is the expression of our commitment to ourselves, one another, this country, and this world.” – Roald Dahl The election has been on our minds for months. Come to a circle that will gently (and in a non-partisan way) consider the results together. Joy, … Continue reading November 4, 2020 | Announcements & Events
November’s Worship and Learning Theme: Healing you look at me and cry everything hurts i hold you and whisper but everything can heal ― Rupi Kaur, Milk and Honey So much of the world around us is in pain, but it is true that for many folks, so much of the world inside us, and inside … Continue reading October 28, 2020 | Announcements & Events
Virtual Pumpkin Carving Party and Parade Sunday, October 25, 12:30 to 2:00 PM UU Church in Livermore and First Unitarian of Oakland invite you to a virtual pumpkin carving party and parade! Bring your pumpkin, tools, and costumes to spend some spooky fun time with friends. Dress up to share your costume and show off … Continue reading October 21, 2020 | Announcements & Events
