by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
Prayer, Care and Generosity Define Deacons’ Ministry By Julia Marquez Over the past year or so I have served as moderator of the Deacons. As noted in last week’s Temple Tidings article, I have stepped down as moderator, and Judy Rowan will take my place. My role as... 
by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
Energy Independence for First Church Campus? Buildings & Grounds Committee Considers Options At the August meeting of the Buildings & Grounds Committee, a major project was reviewed that could eventually move the entire First Church campus toward energy... 
by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
Perspectives on Asian American Identity Shared, More Discussion & Action Considered Twenty-seven people attended a Building the Beloved Community discussion of United, an essay from Cathy Park Hong’s collection entitled Minor Feelings: An Asian American... 
by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
First Church Welcomes New Community Partner, The Oakland Gay Men’s Chorus On Tuesday evening in the Fellowship Hall, the Oakland Gay Men’s Chorus began preparation for their fall concert. The Chorus recently became First Church’s newest tenant, renting a new office... 
by FPCO_shawn | Nov 8, 2021 | First Church News
Deacons Welcome Judy Rowan as New Moderator, Thank Julia Marquez for Service First Church Deacons met on Zoom, Tuesday, August 10, at 7 pm. The eight deacons, elected by the congregation, are responsible for administering compassionate care to the First Church...