This Sunday we will explore the proposed changes to Article II of the Unitarian Universalist Association’s bylaws. In keeping with our February ministry theme of love, what does it mean to truly place love at the center of our faith? How might such placement change our lives?
On the brink of the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln, in his first inaugural address, said this: “…We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained it must not break our bonds of affection….” Lincoln knew that once the war was over, the north and the south would need to draw on “the better angels … Continue reading The Better Angels of Our Nature
It is good to be reminded that what we proclaim to know for sure only reveals how much we don’t know. As the Tao Te Ching puts it: “Those who know, do not speak. Those who speak, do not know.” Perhaps the wisdom found within Taoism will help sustain us as voices in the public … Continue reading The Wisdom of Lao-Tzu
Lyndon Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act 58 years ago, following the murder of the Rev. James Reeb, a UU Minister, in Selma Alabama. This sermon brings to light a part of history that all UUs should know. Order of Service and Announcements here.
Come join us for this service where we will ponder the question asked by Mary Oliver: “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” It seems appropriate that we ponder this question when a whole new year stretches out before us. When we wonder not only how … Continue reading Trying to be Perfect
A traditional celebration of the season, our intergenerational Christmas Eve service will feature lots of holiday stories, the lighting of candles, and traditional Christmas carols. This service will begin at 5:30 PM. To keep everyone safe and healthy during this indoor service, masks will be required. To join the service on Zoom, click here. Order … Continue reading Christmas Eve Service
“Good King Wenceslas” is a Christmas carol that tells a story of a Bohemian king who goes on a journey, braving harsh winter weather, to give alms to a poor peasant on the Feast of Stephen. The legend is based on the life of the historical Saint Wenceslaus I, Duke of Bohemia (907–935), who gave … Continue reading Good King Wenceslas
As we enter the season when the days grow shorter and the nights longer, we will explore what it means to have more darkness in our world than light. Is the coming darkness something to be fearful of, or might it be something to embrace? As T.S. Eliot writes, “in our rhythm of earthly life … Continue reading Dappled with Shadow
Please join us for this intergenerational worship service followed by a potluck lunch. We will welcome our former interim minister Rev. David Chandler back to the meetinghouse for a service of gratitude for the fall harvest. If you ever thought about inviting a friend or family member to First Parish, this day of fun and … Continue reading Friendsgiving
In some native cultures of Asia, there is a special technique to catch monkeys. It involves a container filled with food, with an opening just big enough for the monkey to reach in. Once the monkey grabs the food, its clenched fist is too large to pull back out of the opening. Rather than release … Continue reading The Hand Trap
