Mission Committee

The Mission Committee seeks to lead the congregation in proclaiming Christ's love for us by living out God's call to mercy and justice.  We do this by intentionally building connections with others across boundaries of neighborhood, class, race, and national borders.  Our faith charges us to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with our God.

Traditionally this committee helps guide our congregation's time, talents and treasures with those in need locally and globally.  They provide hands-on volunteer opportunities for the entire church family. Some of Mission's projects include serving meals at a homeless shelter for the elderly, sponsoring children in Sierra Leone, raising donations and helping with the church's food pantry, and providing support for a local public middle school reeling from State budget cuts.  Adult Education offerings provide opportunities to be in dialogue with and learn more about the charitable groups, agencies, and institutions we work with.

Our prayer is for First Church Oakland to become a place where all have the opportunity to respond to God's unique call to bear witness to the faith and serve those in need.

Chair, Katrina Bergen; Lay Leaders: Nettie Deyi, Paulette Eggert, Karen Evjen, John Hampton, Louise Hill, Rev. Bill Ng, Gordon Piper, Marilyn Reynolds, and Penny Taylor; Staff: Rev. Jack Shriver

Meetings: On the first Sunday of the month.

General Assembly Mission Council (GAMC) Overview:
Offering the World a Visible Witness of Jesus Christ