• “Becoming a Man” Talkback

    Parlor 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    The American Rep. Theatre in Cambridge's next performance is entitled "Becoming A Man"; a play based on memoirist P. Carl's life story to become himself. The Welcoming Congregation Committee, a First Parish group committed to expanding celebration and education of/about LGBTQ+ folks, is attending the play at 2 pm on March 9th. They will then […]

  • Movie screening: “Join or Die”

    Vestry 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    “Join or Die” Saturday, March 9th Doors open at 6:30 pm. Film starts at 7:00 pm, in the First Parish Vestry. $5.00 suggested donation. This documentary is about how being in community can save you, us, and the US -- based on Robert Putnam's "Bowling Alone." Trailer: https://putnamdoc.com/ Please register in advance here

  • 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 […]

  • All Congregational Lunch

    Vestry 630 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, United States

    Sunday, March 10, 12:00pm (after service) to 1:30pm (Vestry) Come enjoy lunch after the service! All welcome. Sponsored by the First Parish Stewardship Committee.

  • Men’s Group

    Men’s Group
    Zoom

    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

  • 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

  • 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 […]

  • Tuesday Zoom Meditation

    Tuesday Zoom Meditation
    Zoom

    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.  To receive the Zoom Link, please email and tell us you would like to attend: Tuesdays 6pm-6:30pm The facilitator will open with a short Loving Kindness (Metta) introduction and then […]