Vestments, or outer garments or robes, are worn by the worship leaders at Oakland. These robes have a long history in worship practice, going back to God's instruction to Moses, "And you shall make holy garments for Aaron, your brother, for glory and for beauty. And you shall speak to all who have ability, whom I have endowed with an able mind, that they make garments to consecrate him for priesthood." (Exodus 28:2-3) This command began the long tradition of wearing special garments for worship, a tradition which continues today.

Vestments designate the worship leaders as those whom the church has set aside, called, and prepared for the task of being prophets and priests to the congregation. The prophet is the one who speaks to the people in behalf of God and the priest is the one who speaks to God in behalf of the people. With meaningful colors and symbols, vestments cover a worship leader's personal attire and point the worshiper to God.

Our ministers wear the black Geneva style robe with a colorful stole worn about their necks, symbolizing the responsibility which the worship leader carries upon his/her shoulders for sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. Similarly, choir members and acolytes also wear vestments.

The stoles, and the paraments or antependia are coordinated, and through their colors interpret the seasons of the Christian year. They are also embroidered with liturgical symbols which point to themes of the season.