Changes are coming to First Unitarian music programs. Stefan Schneider will be retiring from his position as co-leader of Crescendo Choir, and leader of Joyful Noise Band in June. What do YOU want to hear and see in the church’s music programs next Fall? We want to hear from you! Complete a short on-line survey … Continue reading News from the MUSIC VISIONING TEAM 2023
Sunday, December 18, 3:00 to 5:15 PM In consideration of the holidays, the board of trustees has changed its December monthly meeting date to Sunday, December 18. All members and friends are welcome to attend. As usual, the meeting will begin with a 15-minute public comment period; you also may send comments to board@uuoakland.org, to … Continue reading New Date for December Meeting of the Board
Let’s collect and donate new socks for our unhoused neighbors. Bring new socks each Sunday in December, or drop them off at church or volunteers’ homes (TBA). We’ll have a sock wrapping party at church after the December 18 service or you can wrap the socks in holiday paper (be sure to mark if socks … Continue reading Share the Warmth – HOLIDAY SOCK DRIVE!
Saturday, December 17, 7:00 PM First Unitarian’s annual holiday concert, Light These Lights, returns! After 3 years church musicians are live and in-person in Hamilton Hall again for an evening of holiday favorites and new music by Joyful Noise Band, Crescendo Choir, and talented soloists and ensembles from the congregation! $20 or pay as you … Continue reading Light These Lights!
Tuesday, December 13, 7:00 PM Join Pastor Ninán at a worship planning meeting via Zoom. There are many ways to be involved in worship in the new year, including offering reflections, planning a service featuring your ministry, or simply learning about what it’s like to participate with a team that lifts up that which has … Continue reading Worship Planning Meeting
Notice of Annual Meeting of the Congregation Sunday, March 13, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, on Zoom or in person If you plan to attend in person, please arrive with time to register before the 10:30 AM devotional service. In-person registration will begin at 9:30 AM. The Annual Meeting will begin after a devotion led … Continue reading Sunday March 13 – Annual Meeting
We are very pleased to announce that the board of trustees has approved the recommendation of the reopening team for a return to in-person worship services beginning on Sunday, March 6. For complete information, including volunteer opportunities, a soft reopening on February 27, and more, check out the Reopening Plans page in the Worship section … Continue reading Worship Services Now In Person and Virtual!
First Sunday for Anti-Oppression Sunday November 7, 2021 – 11:45 to 1:15 – by Zoom After the service, join for a Q and A time with Zulfat Suara and facilitated caucus time for BIPOC and dominant cultures. We will explore how the mission that we have to build, “[R]adically inclusive community, to grow the beloved … Continue reading Sun Nov 7 – First Sunday for Anti-Opression
UPDATED! For the Love of Poetry Workshop with Ron Weisberg and Pastor Ninán We will enjoy the fourth session on Tuesday, November 9. “Connection and Compassion”: How does poetry lift us out of our individual selves toward connection with others? We will meet from 7:00 to 8:30 on Zoom. Haven’t attended yet but interested? No … Continue reading UPDATED! Tues Nov 9 – For the Love of Poetry Workshop
First Sunday Poetry Circle Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021 – 9:30 to 10:15 AM – by Zoom Please join poetry lovers for a time of sharing poems. Noteworthy, a week or so ago was the birthday of Sylvia Plath (Oct 27, 1932); so bring your favorite Plath poem – or anything – or just come to … Continue reading Sun Nov 7 – First Sunday Poetry Circle
