How’s Plastic Free July Going? Group Discussion Led by Earth Justice Associates July 19, 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Here’s a chance to talk about our experiences during Plastic Free July. Join Earth Justice Associates for a group discussion via Zoom this Sunday. If you’ve been trying to be more aware of plastic in your … Continue reading July 15, 2020 | Announcements & Events

Responding to the Urgency of this Moment: An Invitation to You The Justice Team, in collaboration with Rev. Soto and the Journey Towards Wholeness team, invites you to participate in imagining a just world that is responsive and compassionate with the issues of structural racism and police violence. Read the complete invitation and take the journey together with everyone … Continue reading July 8, 2020 | Announcements & Events

Choosing Discomfort: Racial Identity Caucusing on July 5 11:35 AM to 12:35 PM This Sunday, following worship service, join us for our monthly First Sunday Gathering for Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression. We will break out into racial identity caucuses to build resilience in uncomfortable situations. Caucuses will be facilitated by Rev. Theresa Soto for Black, indigenous, … Continue reading July 2, 2020 | Announcements & Events

From Pastor Theresa: Summer and Service to Unitarian Universalism Currently, I am not planning to leave Oakland or be away from church work until we are able to adopt a plan to use the building safely, essentially whatever the next re-opening phase will be. My allotted breaks will still happen, lest I run out of … Continue reading June 25, 2020 | Announcements & Events

An Important Message from the Board of Trustees The board of trustees has recorded a video message about responding to the economic impacts of the pandemic. Please watch it here. Come to the Painting Party Friday, June 19, 2 to 5 PM Come to the church plaza to help paint large plywood patio decorations for … Continue reading June 18, 2020 | Announcements & Events

Sunday, June 21 9:00 AM – Drive-Through Flower Communion at Church 2:00 PM – Worship Service via Zoom Following Zoom worship – Virtual Fellowship (in lieu of coffee hour) A sure-to-be-memorable drive-through service for our annual Flower Communion is being planned for June 21. If you are not able to participate in a drive-through service, or if … Continue reading Let’s Get Ready for Flower Communion!

We’re Forming a Sizzle Team First Unitarian Church of Oakland seeks six (6) individuals to form a Side With Love “Sizzle” Team for rapid and faithful responses to protests, actions, or other needs. Would you like to join this justice ministry? Please email revsoto@uuoakland.org to let them know. One-Stop Viewing With many thanks to Vince … Continue reading June 4, 2020 | Announcements & Events

Please watch this video invitation to the Women’s Mini-Retreat, which replaces the cancelled weekend retreat originally scheduled in July. The mini-retreat is free and completely accessible! Enjoy crafts, singing, dancing, group story-telling, poetry, and an anti-racism workshop. Organized by Karen Axelsson, Marilyn McMahon, Marcia Kreycik and Emily Stoper. Interested? Contact us as soon as you … Continue reading Video Invitation to Women’s Mini-Retreat on June 27

Facebook Watch Party! Sunday, May 31, 10:30 AM Let’s watch Sunday’s worship video together! At 10:30 AM this Sunday, go to the First Unitarian Church of Oakland Facebook page and experience worship with other members of the congregation. For even greater connection, first attend Embracing Meditation on Facebook Live at 10:20 AM, then stay for … Continue reading May 28, 2020 | Announcements & Events

A Message from Rev. Theresa Soto Please watch this important and timely video message from Rev. Theresa Soto to you. Dining together, at a distance! – Saturday, May 23 Rev. Theresa Soto invites you to join them for “dinner with the minister” this Saturday evening, May 23, at 6:30 PM. Please email yesplease@uuoakland.org for Zoom … Continue reading May 20, 2020 | Announcements & Events