Oakland
Billions of federal dollars available for churches and nonprofits to go green
By Thomas Reese — July 20, 2023
(RNS) — Churches have a moral obligation to reduce their carbon footprint and to encourage climate justice for marginalized communities. If there is federal money to help in this effort, they should take advantage of it.
Queer Muslim group aims to conduct largest survey of LGBTQ Muslims in the US
By Alejandra Molina — May 11, 2022
(RNS) — The survey’s goal is to recognize the political needs of LGBTQ Muslims, who according to Queer Crescent are erased from the broader Muslim narrative.
California Sikhs to hold caravan and rally in support of farmer protests in India
By Alejandra Molina — December 4, 2020
(RNS) — Protesters are expected to stay in their cars during the caravan and rally to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Reckoning with race, Black Buddhists seek space for healing in the dharma
By Caitlin Yoshiko Kandil — September 28, 2020
(RNS) — The nation's reckoning with racism has prompted Black Buddhists to seek a practice that answers the moment.
Mormon prophet surprises California Mormons with unannounced appearance
By Jana Riess — March 5, 2018
I'm glad I happened to be in Oakland for this surprise chance to hear President Nelson Unplugged, because it was delightful. He stayed out of politics, focused on timeless truths, and appeared totally comfortable. He was a Mormon out with his people.
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