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Newcomers

We welcome you and invite you to attend our services, as our guest, as often as you can. If you're new to Unitarian Universalism and the area, we would expect that you take time to feel comfortable. Because our church services vary from one Sunday to another, we believe you should experience several before you make a commitment to join. We also encourage you to speak to our minister and congregation members if you have questions about our faith. If you have children, you might want to talk to our Religious Education Director about our religious education program for all ages.

In addition to attending church services, you might want to participate in some of our other church activities, e.g. the monthly Bible Study Group or a church family night. You could also attend the church-sponsored Coffee House, or support a fundraising event.

 

Inquiring Members

Once you feel at home at our church, we encourage you to consider joining us and becoming a member of the congregation. You can talk more formally with our minister, a member of the membership committee or any member of the congregation. We also invite you to attend our "Introduction to Unitarian Universalism" class. The class meets once a year, usually in January. In the class you will learn about our church, the history of Unitarian Universalism and the principles and sources of our religion.

 

Steps to Membership

  • We ask that you make an appointment with our minister to discuss your interest in becoming a member of First Parish Unitarian Universalist Medfield and your understanding of the U.U. Principles and Purposes.
  • We ask that you support the ongoing efforts of our Church by making a pledge -- financial, and of your time and energy -- within your ability. Membership includes a subscription to the UUA magazine, enables you to vote on congregational issues at the Annual Meeting and other special meetings, and allows you to serve in leadership positions within the church.
  • We ask that you sign the membership book to add your name to the list of members that dates back to 1651.