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Sat., Apr. 6 Dismantling Racism One Conversation at a Time: Tools for Changing Hearts and Minds, 9 AM – 12, Wendte Hall.

White allies against racism!  Do you struggle to respond in work or social situations when someone makes a racist comment or questions the reality of racism? Learn an innovative approach to using empathy, active listening and relating skills in conversations with skeptics. 50% off for UU Oakland members if you use the code UUOaklandmember. Register … Continue reading Sat., Apr. 6 Dismantling Racism One Conversation at a Time: Tools for Changing Hearts and Minds, 9 AM – 12, Wendte Hall.

Chalice Camp – Early Bird Registration Deadline April 1st.

August 5-9, 2019 is Chalice Camp! – UUOakland’s summer day camp for children entering 1st through 6th grades. This year’s topic is identity and justice. Camp Co-Directors are Rev. Sheri, Laila Ibrahim, and Maya Ibrahim, and youth of the church are counselors and counselors in training. Registration is at http://chalicecamp.org/pages/registration.html. For a good description of … Continue reading Chalice Camp – Early Bird Registration Deadline April 1st.

STOP Urban Shield- UPDATE!

The struggle against the militaristic Urban Shield training had 10 years long. Many in our church have demonstrated, canvassed door to door, emailed, made phone calls, and sat in at Board of Supervisors meetings. Thank you to all who have been a part of this effort! On Feb. 26th, 13 members of our church spent many … Continue reading STOP Urban Shield- UPDATE!

Meet Our New Membership Coordinator, Emily Hartlief !

The Community Connections Team and Rev. Sheri are delighted to announce that Emily Hartlief joins our staff in the new position of membership coordinator. It is a part-time position for 7 hours a week. Working with the Community Connections Team, Emily will support our ministries of welcome and hospitality and help connect new members with … Continue reading Meet Our New Membership Coordinator, Emily Hartlief !

Week of 2/14/19 New Events & Info

This Week’s “Coffee Hour” & Just a Little Bit More.  After the worship service this week, join in Wendte Hall for “bountiful snacks.” Our February celebration and special sermons have been generating a lot of buzz; come and catch up with an old friend and meet someone new. Questions? Please contact: FUCO150@uuoakland.org. Sun., Feb. 17, Many … Continue reading Week of 2/14/19 New Events & Info

JTW 2018 Assessment Team Report Now Available

Just Released: Assessment Team Report on the First Unitarian Church of Oakland’s anti-racist and multicultural status. See the JTW 2018 Assessment Team Report page to learn about this assessment and access the Report.