The First Parish office will be closed from Wednesday, December 24 until Monday, January 5, 2026 for the winter holiday break.
Join us for our annual candlelight services at 4pm and 6pm on Wednesday, December 24th, in-person and on Zoom.
At the solstice, the sun pauses for a moment of stillness before the light begins to grow again. Join us for a winter solstice ritual – a time to pause and immerse in stillness, quiet, and the beauty that can be found in the dark. This ritual will include silence, music, meditations, and connecting with […]
Looking for support for your meditation practice? Beginners and experienced meditators welcome. First Parish’s Meditation Group has gone virtual! Please join us whenever you like–no ongoing commitment required. Click here to join on Zoom. Sunday, 9-9:30 a.m. The facilitator will open with a short Loving Kindness (Metta) introduction and then ring the bell. We will […]
Worship Service Sunday, December 21, 10:00am Worship in the Meetinghouse Sanctuary and online "Multigenerational Christmas Service" Led by Rev. Stevie Carmody, Minister of Religious Education Join Rev. Jonipher, Rev. Erica, Rev. Stevie, and our "Carol Players" of all ages for a retelling of the old Dickens' story, A Christmas Carol. Gather together as we explore […]
Spirit Talks are back! Weekly Spirit Talk discussions provide an opportunity for a small group to reflect together on a spiritual theme inspired by a different quote each week. Spirit Talk meets every Monday at 4pm on Zoom. Email spirittalk@firstparish.info to be added to the mailing list for Spirit Talk or just check us out by joining […]
Looking for support for your meditation practice? Join us for 30 minutes of silent sitting. Beginners and experienced meditators welcome. Please drop in whenever you like–no ongoing commitment required. Meets Mondays 6:00-7:00pm in the Parlor. For more information, please email meditation@firstparish.info Back to Events
Lectio Divina is a method of reading and listening, lingering with, and sharing personal responses to selected texts from the Bible or other sources. Diverse responses to the text provide new insights and help us grow in our spiritual lives and set intentions for our days. New people are always welcome! Lectio Divina meets on […]
Monthly Lay Ministry led support for individuals who have lost loved ones. This group usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month, 7:30 pm, on Zoom. Click to Join Virtually Back to Events
Lectio Divina is a method of reading and listening, lingering with, and sharing personal responses to selected texts from the Bible or other sources. Diverse responses to the text provide new insights and help us grow in our spiritual lives and set intentions for our days. New people are always welcome! Lectio Divina meets on […]
Wednesday, December 24, 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm Worship in the Sanctuary The 4:00pm service will be ASL interpreted. Both services will be in-person and also live-streamed on Zoom. The Christmas Eve services, a highlight of the season, occur twice due to the number of people attending. The services feature the lighting of candles, […]
Wednesday, December 24, 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm Worship in the Sanctuary The 4:00pm service will be ASL interpreted. Both services will be in-person and also live-streamed on Zoom. The Christmas Eve services, a highlight of the season, occur twice due to the number of people attending. The services feature the lighting of candles, […]