Join in person or on Zoom. “This Sunday we will take time to recognize and thank all the staff members who serve the First Unitarian Church of Oakland. To keep the wheels of this small but mighty congregation turning, some of the staff’s dedicated work may be visible, AND so much goes on behind the scenes. Hear from our music staff, who plan, rehearse, recruit, sing, drum, and play to inspire us with music in Sunday Services and the Holiday Concert. Join Rev. Laurel Liefert and Worship Associate Emily Stoper for this special service and feel a part of this faith community as we take an opportunity to say “thank you.” Crescendo Choir will provide music. We also will be introduced to our September half-plate recipient, Legal Services for Prisoners With Children.”

 

Each Sunday, the First Unitarian Church of Oakland hosts worship that connects us both to shared values in community and to something larger than ourselves. True to our Unitarian Universalist practice, what we connect to ranges from theistic to nature-based to non-theistic and many things in-between, but is always held as part of the multifaceted beauty and care that we embrace. We appreciate music from the Crescendo and Pop-Up Choirs, as well as the Joyful Noise Band that plays live music for services and adds to the celebration of our community. Join us to hear messages on a range of subjects that encourage us to live into the selves and the community we dream of.

• To Join in person: Services are held in Hamilton Hall. You can enter through the wooden entrance door in the Plaza. Our time always start with live music at 10:20 AM. All are invited to stay after service for Coffee Hour in Wendte Hall to meet new friends and learn about our programs and ministries.

• To Join via Zoom: Click here to join online for the service and Virtual Coffee Hour. Closed captions will be provided. The first part consists of watching the livestream, and the second part continues our practice of online Coffee Hour. The virtual “doors” open at 10:00 AM and music starts at 10:20 AM.

Visiting for the First Time?

Whether you’re a traveler from out-of-town or you’re seeking to grow roots in community, we’re glad to have you! Please answer a few questions on our online Newcomer Connection Card.  When at church on Sunday, you can also ask questions and get help at the Greeting Table before the service.

On most Sundays right after the service, we have a quick “Newcomer Welcome” in the sanctuary — meet up with a church member in front by the pulpit, for a quick introduction to the church and answers to your questions — then join us in Wendte Hall for Coffee Hour.

To learn more about our services, check out About Worship.