Speaker: Rev. Alex Haider-Winnett

alex haider-winnettRev. Alex Haider-Winnett is a UU minister and chaplain based in Davis, CA. He lives with his wife Rev. Christine Haider-Winnett, their son and two cats. They are also expecting a baby in January 2023. He holds a BA in Peace Studies from Earlham College and an MDiv from Pacific School of Religion. In his free time, he likes watching movies, working in his garden and eating burritos. In 2018, he won a second place ribbon at the California State Fair for pickles. He is currently working on a theology of mycology and fermentation.

Legacy of Love

Unitarian theologian James Luther Adams wrote about the power of covenant to resist oppression and injustice. Covenant is the basic building block from which we grow our UU church. As we continue to move out of Covid, the need for civil society is more important … read more.

I Wonder. What if? Let’s Try!

For the past year, First Unitarian Church of Oakland has been in discernment about the future of Lifespan Religious Education. We have assessed our past, our assets, struggles and possibilities. Join us for worship and a final workshop on the future of Religious Education at … read more.

A House Full of Octopuses

As we see our cities and state reopen, we are faced with more and more questions about health and safety. Families, in particular, are looking for ways to connect and receive support in ways that are thoughtful and intentional. Interim Director of Religious Education Alex … read more.

Light a Candle to Bless the World

What do you call little acts of bettering yourself and community? Interim Director of Religious Education Alex Haider-Winnett shares some easy ways to make your daily life more grounded in theological reflection and spiritual practices.

Recordings of past worship services can be found on our … read more.

We Are All (Still) a Work in Progress

People are complicated. In working for a Beloved Community, we must acknowledge our unique needs and challenges. We will consider how disabilities–both visible and invisible–are an important part of our lives. Join interim director of religious education Alex Haider-Winnett and others.

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