Sun., June 25, 11:45 am, Loper Chapel In a long-awaited follow-up to a Learning Hour hosted in the summer of 2022, Mack Griffith will present a second Learning Hour about transgender biblical interpretation. Last summer, we looked at the history of queer and transgender biblical interpretation and talked about why transgender readings of the Bible are helpful for transgender and …
Did You Know…?
…that you can still give to the Capital Campaign here? If you need more information about the campaign, you can visit our webpage here, and if you have questions about your Capital Campaign pledge or how to set up payment in Realm, you can speak with Louise and Craig in the Hall of Entrance after worship this Sun., June 18). …
Summer Gatherings – Three Offerings
We’re excited to offer three opportunities to gather in small groups this summer. Come Play Games, hosted by Rev. Kelly ColwellSaturdays, July 8, Aug. 5 & Sept. 2, 4 to 6 pm, Play YardPlenty of games will be provided. Feel free to bring your favorites along with family, friends, and snacks to share! No RSVPs needed – just show up …
June 25, 2023: Rev. Hannah Turner, Preaching
Rev. Hannah Turner (she/her) is the Minister for Youth, Young Adults, and Emerging Ministries here at First Church Berkeley UCC. A California native, Hannah is glad to be back in the Bay Area after a few yearsin Texas. She and her wife Bailey were married last fall. Hannah comes from an evangelical background and is passionate about creating space for …
Rev. Molly Goes to College!
If you were at church about five years ago, you may remember a particularly zealous sermon I preached after reading UC Berkeley professor Michael Pollan’s book, How to Change Your Mind. It was about the revolutionary research into the power of psychedelics to provide extraordinary, frankly miraculous healing for a range of psychological and spiritual ailments. Since then, a number …
Juneteenth @ Berkeley – June 18!
The City of Berkeley has a robust Juneteenth celebration. You can see the whole lineup of moving, instructive, and celebratory activities here. Some of us will be heading down to the festivities this Sun., June 18 after worship, and you are invited to come as a group to support this day, its meaning, and the Black-owned businesses and artists represented …
June 17 Theology and Polyamory Workshop with Rev. Dr. Ciarán Osborn
Sat., June 17, 5 to 7 pm, Loper Chapel You want to support your polyamorous friends or family members, but don’t know quite how to think about it? Or maybe you are polyamorous yourself and are feeling unsettled about what you believe? Dig in during this special Pride Month workshop. Rev. Dr. Ciarán Osborn will introduce you to the relationship …