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Commitment Sunday

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here. For Order of Service, here.  For hymns, here. On this Sunday we will celebrate the culmination of our annual fund drive. By pledging to our congregation each year, we re-affirm our commitment to one another and to the work of First Parish. Come join us for a joyous online … Continue reading Commitment Sunday

Beginning Again

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here. For Order of Service, here.  For hymns, here. The story of Easter has been a source of strength for nearly two thousand years. What in our own lives might need resurrection, and how is resurrection already happening around us? Come explore all that might be beginning again in your … Continue reading Beginning Again

It’s a Spring Thing

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here. For Order of Service, here. For hymns, here. The vernal equinox is March 20, which makes it quite official. For Order of Service, here. No guarantees on the weather, of course, but our RE kids are ready to go. They invite you to share this special intergenerational worship service … Continue reading It’s a Spring Thing

Guest Speaker

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here. For Order of Service, click here, For hymns, here. On this Sunday, the Rev. Sheble-Hall from Chaplains on the Way will be our guest speaker. She will describe her experience of going out into the streets of Waltham to bring a ministry of spiritual care and hope to those … Continue reading Guest Speaker

Renewing our Covenant

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here. For Order of Service, here. For hymns, here. As our annual pledge drive formally kicks off, we will hear about why supporting First Parish is important. Every year we renew our covenant with one another to take care of this community; to give of our time, our talents, and … Continue reading Renewing our Covenant

Peace is Every Step

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here.For Order of Service, here.  For hymns, here.  How do we invite equilibrium, non-attachment, and compassion into our lives or, if we have them, how do we increase their presence and power? Developing compassion for ourselves requires us to see and accept ourselves exactly as we are. Only then can … Continue reading Peace is Every Step

From Ally to Action

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here. For Order of Service, click here.  For hymns, here. During this intergenerational service, our children will explore what it means to be an ally to those who have been historically and systematically marginalized. Building off of their conversations from their religious exploration classes, they will reflect on how being an … Continue reading From Ally to Action

What is Human is Mentionable

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here. For Order of Service, here.  For hymns, here. Join us in a lay led service dedicated to mental health. We will hear from two congregants about their personal journeys. The service is intended to acknowledge the challenges to mental well-being during unprecedented stress stemming from the pandemic and social justice unrest. … Continue reading What is Human is Mentionable

Side With Love Sunday

TO JOIN THE SERVICE, CLICK here.  For Order of Service, here  For hymns, here.  What if to “side with love” meant making bold, faith-full choices? What if it were even a little bit scary? This worship service brings together worship leaders and musicians from across the country to offer hopeful, moving, challenging reminders about what … Continue reading Side With Love Sunday