The deepest truth about winter is that the brightest hopes are born, again and again, during periods of great darkness. We will celebrate the light that darkness allows from many traditions, stories and songs! Rev. Ben Meyers (he/him)The Rev. Ben Meyers loves living near Lake Merritt in Oakland, CA. His ministry spans 28 years: half … Continue reading In Darkness, Comes Light
As we venture into a new year, our journeys often depend on our ability to release that which no longer serves us and to plant seeds for new growth. This ritual will allow us the opportunity to do both. Special Music for the occasion. Bring a friend! Click here for the Order of Service. The … Continue reading New Year’s Rituals –The Burning Bowl and the Planting Urn
The deepest truth about the darkness of winter is that the brightest hope is born, again and again, during periods of greatest darkness. We will celebrate the light that darkness allows from many traditions, stories and songs! The Rev. Ben Meyers (he/him) loves living near Lake Merritt in Oakland, CA. His ministry spans 28 years: … Continue reading In Darkness Comes Light
Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles (she/her)Rev. Dr. Carrie Knowles considers the history of American wars since the Civil War, and the prospects for world peace as we witness the turmoil of today’s military crises.
Christmas
Rev. Dr. Carrie will be considering the state of our lives in the world today, as we celebrate Thanksgiving Weekend.
Special Zoom-only Worship ServiceDr. Jennifer Lisa Vest will discuss the Thanksgiving holiday from the Native American perspective and what we can learn from the history of the holiday as told by Native Americans. Dr. Vest holds a Ph.D in Indigenous Philosophies/Ethnic Studies from UC Berkeley and listens to the words of her ancestors.
