Thurs., June 27, 7:30-9:30 PM. Church Book Group meeting to discuss “Prisoners of Geography: Ten Maps That Explain Everything About the World” by Tim Marshall, Located on the Rockridge/Berkeley Border. NY Times review says “Seeing the world through the lens of geography compels a fresh way of looking at maps—not just as objects for orientation … Continue reading Week of 5-30-19 New Announcements & Events
“Daring to Create a Culture to Hold ALL of Us” As Unitarian Universalists, our first principle states that we are all worthy. At First Unitarian Church of Oakland we proclaim, “All Are Welcome and All Are Worthy. For both statements to be a truth; we must embrace differences that divide us. Big Question: How do … Continue reading Daring to Create a Culture to Hold ALL of Us, Sunday – May 26, Worship at 10:20
Members, Friends, and Allies of First Unitarian Church of Oakland, To everything there is a season! Our shared journey of serving the mission, vision, and communities that define you as members of this liberal, progressive, faith has come to an end. Being your called minister and partnering with so many faith-filled lay ministers to grow … Continue reading Saying Good-Bye to the Shared Ministry between First Unitarian Church of Oakland & Pastor Jacqueline Duhart
Stewardship 2019-THANK YOU! Stewardship 2020-Let’s talk! In recent days, thanks to your generosity and commitment, we’ve gone over the top and has exceeded our goal of 100% in pledges for 2019! For more information, please see our updated announcement here. Also, we are starting to plan for the new church year and would love to … Continue reading Week of 5-09-19 New Announcements & Events
Sign-up for our Women’s Retreat starts May 12 right after service in Vente Hall. The women’s retreat will take place Friday-Sunday, July 19-21, 2019, at Redwood Glen, a peaceful wooded conference center in the Santa Cruz mountains. The weekend will feature workshops, music, dancing, crafting, hanging out, and more. Sign up soon for this great … Continue reading Week of 5-02-19 New Announcements & Events
Candidating week is the primary means of mutual discernment for the congregation and our candidate for a settled minister. This is the time for you to ask Rev. Theresa Soto your questions, and at the same time, Rev. Soto wants to learn more about us and our congregation’s interests. Please participate in this important time … Continue reading Schedule for Candidating Week with Rev. Theresa Soto
IMPORTANT UPDATE ON “Wear The LOVE” T-Shirt Sales!: If you prefer, drop by the t-shirt table Wendte Hall after the service on April 21 or 28 to make your online purchase. If you need financial assistance making your purchase, please don’t hesitate to drop by the t-shirt table for assistance! Purchase a shirt to Wear … Continue reading Week of 4-25-19 New Announcements & Events
Passover Seder Full. If you have not already RSVP’d for the Passover Seder, please know that all seats have been filled. ~~~~ <b>Sun., April 21, 2019 (yes, on Easter!), Listening Sharing Circle, 12:00 noon to 1:00 PM, Starr King Room. </b><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are many changes and transitions happening in our church life! Please join us … Continue reading Week of 4-18-19 New Announcements & Events
Sunday, April 14th Men’s Fellowship Discussion and Planning, 9 AM – 10 AM, 3rd Floor Library. Men of the church are invited to a before worship chat about men’s issues and activities of the Men’s Fellowship. The Fellowship has traditionally provided support and friendship among men in the church, as well as an annual retreat, … Continue reading Week of 4-11-19 New Events & Info
Just saying, maybe, there might be more than a slight probability that we as Unitarian Universalist (UU) may wrestle a wee bit with our Christian and Jewish roots. Consequently, during this season of Lent and Easter, some of us choose not to directly engage Easter stories that weave in and through RESURRECTION! We resist, even … Continue reading Breath & Heart, Sublime Authority: A Message from Pastor Jacqueline
