Faith Archives - Oakland Voices

Opinion: Muslims unite in global Ramadan observance

March 17, 2026 Amelah El-Amin

Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam.

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Bay Area Churches’ “Ceasefire” Banners Vandalized

May 29, 2024 Katharine Davies Samway

Several churches in the Bay Area have had their ceasefire banners vandalized.

Over 1,000 People Join 22-Mile Interfaith Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage

March 26, 2024 Katharine Davies Samway

People from all faiths and backgrounds joined in on a 22 mile interfaith walk to call for a ceasefire in Gaza.

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Beating Swords into Plowshares in East Oakland

June 17, 2023 Bill Joyce

The popular biblical phrase, “swords into plowshares,” is often used to describe turning weapons of destruction to something for everyday use. Led by Paula Hawthorn and Cara Meredith of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s social justice

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Oakland’s Plymouth United Church is Promoting Jazz and Justice

May 8, 2023 Katharine Davies Samway

The 120-year old church now embraces social justice and inclusion.

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Will churches resume service in Oakland this Sunday amid COVID-19?

May 27, 2020 Rasheed Shabazz

One Oakland church leader has vowed to reopen his church. Others, including a Pastor recovering from COVID-19, urge otherwise.

Six virtual places for Oakland residents to spiritually connect amid coronavirus lockdown

March 25, 2020 Amelah El-Amin

Six places of worship in Oakland providing virtual spiritual services during COVID-19 pandemic and Bay Area shelter-in-place.