The First Parish office will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
Join us on Zoom for 30 minutes of silent meditation practice before the Sunday church service. Beginning and experienced meditators are welcome on a drop-in basis. The session opens and ends with a bell. and you are welcome to have your camera on or off. May all beings be happy, peaceful, and well. Sundays, 9-9:30 […]
Inspired by the book with the same title by Jen Tota McGivney, we will explore the ways Thoreau's wisdom may apply to and inspire our 21st century lives. There will be two sessions this spring and we will continue the conversation in the fall. It is not necessary to read the book. In-person and remote […]
The Covenant Task Force (CTF) invites you to join them in the Parlor, after worship, on Sunday, May 17th. We are volunteers collaborating with the ministers, Parish Committee, Transition Team and Safe Congregations Committee to craft an all-congregation covenant as a part of our settled minister search process. At that time you will be able […]
Men of all ages and backgrounds are welcome to meet with First Parish’s Men’s Group! We meet online every other Sunday at 7pm to connect and support each other on our spiritual journeys. Email mensgroup@firstparish.info to join! Back to Events
As First Parish's Adjunct Minister this spring and then again in October - November, this time is simply for getting to know the congregation more. This gathering will be informal. The kettle will be on and the table set. Come for conversation and company.
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
What are the possibilities for staffing in the coming years? Join the Transition Team to discuss what we’ve learned from peer congregations and how we can creatively navigate our budget to support the ministries we love. Whether you’re interested in the data or the vision, your participation is vital. Join one of these Sessions: Saturday, […]
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 […]
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 […]