First Sunday Antiracism Discussion and Practice | Sunday, June 6, 11:45 AM to 1:15 PM This month, we will consider the topic “We Cannot Divide: Intersection of Race and Ability” all together and in our racial identity caucuses. The BIPOC caucus will be led by guest Rayla Mattson, and the dominant culture caucus by guest … Continue reading June 2, 2021 | Announcements & Events

What’s Up with Environmental Justice in Our Congregation? Sunday, May 30, 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Drop in any time during this coffee hour breakout for 10 minutes, 20 minutes, or longer to find out: What is this Drawdown Eco-challenge, and why? What about solar panels for our building? What next? We look forward to … Continue reading May 26, 2021 | Announcements & Events

Virtual Connections Fair: Stories of Us, Stories of Service Sunday, May 23, immediately following worship In the spirit of this month’s worship and learning theme, the Virtual Connections Fair is an opportunity not to be missed: to mix and mingle with other congregants and to connect with members and leaders of First Unitarian Oakland programs … Continue reading May 19, 2021 | Announcements & Events

Live Book Talk: The Stonewall Generation: LGBTQ Elders on Sex, Activism, and Aging TONIGHT!  Wednesday, May 12, 7:00 to 8:00 PM The Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto is presenting an interactive live book talk given by Author Dr. Jane Fleishman, sexuality researcher and author of The Stonewall Generation: LGBTQ Elders on Sex, Activism, and Aging, … Continue reading May 12, 2021 | Announcements & Events

Justice Team Meeting Tuesday, May 11, 6:30 to 7:30 PM As we prepare for transition to in-person activities, join the conversation about opportunities to create justice, at the upcoming justice team meeting. You can find the agenda by following this link. For an auto-reply with the meeting details, email yesplease@uuoakland.org with the subject line JUSTICE. If you … Continue reading May 5, 2021 | Announcements & Events

Congratulations to Pastor Theresa and First Unitarian Oakland! Pastor Theresa’s installation was a significant milestone in the life of our congregation and unique in its ritual of more than 200 attendees sharing mindful bites across the country. Many thanks to the numerous volunteers who created art and decorated the treat bags, shopped, assembled the treat … Continue reading April 28, 2021 | Announcements & Events

“The World’s on Fire (and We Still Fall in Love)” Sunday, April 25, 4:00 PM Please join First Unitarian Church of Oakland in a service of installation as the congregation acts formally to enter into shared ministry with our called minister, the Rev. Theresa I. Soto! We will gather in a unique virtual event that … Continue reading PLEASE JOIN US! Installation of Rev. Theresa I. Soto

“The World’s on Fire (and We Still Fall in Love)” Installation of Rev. Theresa I. Soto Sunday, April 25, 4:00 PM Please join First Unitarian Church of Oakland in a service of installation as the congregation acts formally to enter into shared ministry with our called minister, the Rev. Theresa I. Soto! We will gather … Continue reading April 21, 2021 | Announcements & Events

UU East Bay (No So Young) Adult Singles Group Sunday, April 18, 7:00 to 8:00 PM We have just formed the UU East Bay (Not So Young) Adult Singles Group, and you are invited to participate. How will it work? The vision is to have monthly meetings and regular events online until it is safe … Continue reading April 14, 2021 | Announcements & Events

“The World’s on Fire (and We Still Fall in Love)” Sunday, April 25, 4:00 PM Please join First Unitarian Church of Oakland in a service of installation as the congregation acts formally to enter into shared ministry with our called minister, the Rev. Theresa I. Soto! We will gather in a unique virtual event that … Continue reading Invitation to the Installation of Rev. Theresa I. Soto