• Thursday Lectio Divina

    Thursday 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 […]

  • Braver Angels 2: Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Vestry 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    The world today can be very polarized, with people of divergent views often unwilling to talk with each other, or even treat each other respectfully. This pattern is obvious on the American political scene, but it can also sometimes be seen more locally, even within the First Parish community, around issues like Israel and Gaza or […]

  • Celebrate Democracy

    Offsite: see event description

    Friday June 7 and Saturday June 8 First Parish Concord, 20 Lexington Road Our congregation has been invited to join the UU congregation in Concord for a Democracy Festival! There is an impressive group of speakers Friday night (David Pepper, Nancy Gertner) and Saturday’s celebration includes live music, food and games. Please join the Defending […]

  • March with First Parish at the Boston Pride Parade

    Offsite: see event description

    For the first time in over 15 years, First Parish Arlington is marching in Boston' s Pride Parade! How much fun to march, dance, shout, and celebrate our LGBTQ+ selves, friends and family! Join Rev. Erica and the Welcoming Congregation Committee on Saturday, June 8th at 11 am downtown. Kids and families are welcomed! Please […]

  • Celebrate Democracy

    Offsite: see event description

    Friday June 7 and Saturday June 8 First Parish Concord, 20 Lexington Road Our congregation has been invited to join the UU congregation in Concord for a Democracy Festival! There is an impressive group of speakers Friday night (David Pepper, Nancy Gertner) and Saturday’s celebration includes live music, food and games. Please join the Defending […]

  • 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 […]

  • Spring BBQ Picnic, after service Sunday, June 9

    Courtyard 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    First Parish Courtyard, 6/9/2024, 11:30am-1:30pm. Please join us directly after the service on June 9 for an all congregation, family friendly, picnic and BBQ. Last year at our end of year picnic we celebrated Tina's incredible service to our congregation, this year let's take time to celebrate another vibrant year for our community as well […]

  • Knitting Circles

    Damon

    Come knit with us! Experienced and new knitters are welcome to join our monthly gathering. Bring your projects, your questions, or a puzzlement about a pattern! Or just come to share your love of knitting. We will meet Sundays after services about 11:45a to 1p in the Damon Room: Next Circle: June 9th Questions? Contact […]

  • 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