During the summer season, we shift into different rhythms with Sunday services in Hale Chapel, space for a slower pace, and different opportunities for engagement on and off our campus.  Starting Sunday, June 28, we move our summer services to our air-conditioned Hale Chapel. Led by guest ministers or a member of the congregation, these services are a smaller … Continue reading Welcome Summer
Sunday, June 14, 11am Join in our annual end-of-year ceremony celebrating the beauty of belonging to a diverse community. Please bring a flower to share, however flowers will also be provided. Stay for the BBQ after the service! All-church BBQ: Sunday, June 14 from 12:30pm to 2:00 pm Hot dogs, hamburgers, turkey burgers and … Continue reading Annual Flower Sunday and Church BBQ on June 14
General Assembly (GA) is the name of the annual meeting held by the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA); which is the central governing body of the Unitarian Universalist faith. During GA there are workshops, worship services, and business meetings where UUA elections and policies are made and voted upon by delegates. This year GA is fully … Continue reading UUA 2026 General Assembly is coming in June
Save the date: Our final Café Underground of the season will be held the third Monday of this month, May 18th @ 7PM in the Theater at First Church Boston. It is always a surprise to see who shows up but it is certain there will be good food and a good time in community.
On May 1, First Church hung a banner outside proclaiming “Siding with Love for Immigrant Justice.”  Proposed by our Social Justice Community and supported by the Standing Committee (our governing board), the banner intends to add our voice to urgent current discussions and make clear the importance of social justice in our ministry. Why immigrant … Continue reading Immigrant Justice
When First Church in Boston was redesigned in the late 1960’s, the intent was to create a space that would support all manner of activities. Decades later, this vision is alive and well this month as we welcome a stream of events. On Saturday, May 8, all are invited to attend our annual FUNdraiser from … Continue reading May is flowering!
Greeting the Dawn—A Sunrise Gathering on the Charles River 6:30 a.m., Storrow Lagoon @ Dartmouth Overpass (6:15 a.m.—meet at First Church Main Entrance to walk over together) Join in a casual time of welcoming the light on this holiest of days in the Christian tradition, facilitated by the Rev. Dr. Stephanie May. Please consider bringing … Continue reading Celebrate Easter with us on April 5th
On Sunday, April 12, First Church Boston was honored to host the 200th anniversary of the American Unitarian Association. The service commemorated the legacy of liberal faith with progressive values, and looked towards the future of Unitarian Universalism. The service included a sermon from Rev. Dr. SofĂa Betancourt, the President of the Unitarian Universalist Association, … Continue reading The American Unitarian Association celebrates its 200th Anniversary with us
More details about the author and this event are on our Calendar. https://firstchurchboston.org/events/author-talk-marriage-and-other-monuments-by-virginia-pye-2/
Greeting the Dawn—A Sunrise Gathering on the Charles River 6:00 a.m., Storrow Lagoon @ Dartmouth Overpass (5:45 a.m.—meet at First Church Main Entrance to walk over together) Join in a casual time of welcoming the light on this holiest of days in the Christian tradition, facilitated by the Rev. Dr. Stephanie May. Please consider bringing … Continue reading Celebrate Easter with us on April 20th!
