• New UU Class – Fall 2024

    New UU Class – Fall 2024
    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Curious about Unitarian Universalism and First Parish? Wondering about what membership entails or the pathways to membership? Join our fall New UU Class! We will meet for two sessions, from 9 am to noon, on Saturdays, October 26 and November 2, 2024 in the Parlor at First Parish. You can expect: Two engaging and interactive […]

  • Memorial for Barbara McCauley

    Sanctuary and Vestry 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Barbara McCauley, 78, died peacefully at her home in Arlington, Massachusetts on September 23, 2024 after a long illness, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her loving husband, Jim, of 54 years, their son, Sean, and his partner, Kimberly. Barbara joined the congregation in 2015 and contributed by leading covenant groups and teaching […]

  • Sunday Zoom Meditation

    Sunday Zoom Meditation
    Zoom

    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 […]

  • Protect the Right to Shelter Action: Hosted by UU Youth Corps

    Front Lawn / Clock tower 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    UU Mass Action, in partnership with our UU Youth Corps and our partners in the Right to Shelter movement invite you to join us at First Parish Arlington for a youth-centered rally where we call on Gov. Healey to restore the Right to Shelter. We will hear powerful speakers, chant, sing and more as we […]

  • Memorial for Diane Rose Barry

    Sanctuary and Vestry 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Diane Rose Barry, 81, died on Monday, September 23, 2024 at Winchester hospital from complications due to pneumonia and COVID. Her wife of 43 years, Celia Wcislo, and their son, Miguel Wcislo Barry, spent the last month by her side. Diane grew up in Wethersfield, Connecticut. She was the daughter of John Barry, and Jane […]

  • Monday Spirit Talks

    Monday Spirit Talks
    Zoom

    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 […]

  • Monday In-Person Meditation

    Monday In-Person Meditation
    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    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

  • Empty Nesters Group

    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    A supportive group for parents whose children have grown and moved away from home. What will we do with our time, travel the world, worry about our children, or both?

  • Empty Nesters’ Group

    Empty Nesters’ Group
    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    A supportive group for parents whose children have grown and moved away from home. What will we do with our time, travel the world, worry about our children, or both?

  • Tuesday Lectio Divina

    Tuesday Lectio Divina
    Zoom

    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 […]