Stop by the Freestone Committee table in the Social Hall on Sundays for “Freestone Facts” handouts, to ask questions of committee members, or to volunteer to help out. We will soon set a date for a big August picnic and open house at UUCB’s Freestone … read more.
There’s no secret handshake to learn. Or password to memorize. To be in this society requires only one gesture: naming UUCB to receive something – no matter how little or how much – in your estate plans.
Called the “Maybeck Society” after famed architect and UUCB … read more.
LFDC:
The Literature, Film & Drama Contingent of the Social Justice Council had a very energetic discussion of The Color of Water, a memoir by James McBride about being one of twelve African-American children living with and learning from their white, Jewish-turned-Pentecostal-Christian mother. We also recapped our … read more.
As this issue went to press, Board President Jack Duggan was attending the Unitarian Universalist Association General Assembly in Kansas City. So we will use this space to share with you the new “Ends” adopted by the Board at its May meeting. In policy-based governance, … read more.
Zackrie Viczen
Each year we arrive at this point together. One church year behind us and a new one budding forth. There is excitement in such times, as we let go of what was and try our best to plan for what might be. For … read more.
July Good Neighbor (sharing our collection plate): Hip Hop 4 Change uses grassroots activism to educate people about socio-economic injustices and advocate for solutions through hip hop culture. Our support will help Hip Hop 4 Change expand their work to creatively reclaim rap in ways that … read more.
Literature, Film and Drama Contingent
Professor James L. Taylor took the LFDC to school on May 6th. Some comments from attendees: “He was a gift … exciting … visionary … humble … authentic; wow!” “I enjoyed Dr. Taylor’s talk, especially the descriptions of people that made … read more.
East Bay Center for the Blind is a non-profit organization that provides services and social activities to a diverse group of people in our community who have low to no vision. Our support of the East Bay Center for the Blind is especially important … read more.
Youth Spirit Artworks places homeless and low-income youth and young adults in art-based jobs. This year, Youth Spirit Artworks is helping 158 youth and young adults build strong skills, experience, self-confidence, and income in which they can take great pride.
Don Klose, Freestone Committee
The future of our church’s Freestone Property has become a topic of discussion, and the congregation may be asked to decide its fate in the coming months. But many members are not yet familiar with where and what it is, its long … read more.
