Post Card Writing Party! Sunday, December 10, 12:30 in the upper narthex. Join us to write postcards to your legislators on current legislation under consideration at the State House aimed at reducing plastic use and waste. We’ll have the cards, the bill numbers, and concise language to make our ask. And we’ll look up your … Continue reading Write a postcard to support plastic waste reduction bills
Bring your plastic detergent jugs to First Church Boston in exchange for a package of eco-friendly detergent sheets (up to 60 loads!) Exchange: Every Sunday between 10:30 – 11am and Mondays 10am – 3pm First Church Boston | 66 Marlborough St. | Boston 02116 Plastics originate as fossil fuels and emit greenhouse gases … Continue reading Small steps make an impact for less plastic on the planet
Which ancestors have inspired your faith, commitments, and values? This word cloud includes the names of ancestors collected from attendees in the October 29th service. Some names are recognizable public figures, most are known only to the person who wrote the card. Engaging in such a ritual reminds us of our interdependence across generations of … Continue reading Rev. Stephanie’s Reflection: Exploring “Interdependence”
Halloween. Trick or treating. Candy. I’m hoping one of those words sparks a fond memory of a time when you were trick or treating. Or, when you were out with your children seeking candy. Either way, Halloween is when kids are super excited to put on a costume–either homemade or store-bought–and hit the streets to … Continue reading Julianna Dunn’s Reflection: Halloween, Trick or Treating, Candy!
From my new office window overlooking Marlborough Street, I am reminded that there is much to love about Boston in the fall—trees erupting into color, the return of cozy sweaters, pumpkins on porches, and more. Throughout the month, First Church will be exploring what it means to love. Beginning on October 1, the Sunday service … Continue reading Rev. Stephanie’s Reflections: October is “Love” month
First Church Boston members joined the fun as the annual John Winthrop School Street Fair closed down our block of Marlborough Street on Saturday, October 14.
On Saturday, September 30, all members of the Standing Committee and the Rev. Dr. Stephanie May met with UUA facilitator Art Nava for a half-day retreat. The day began with exercises for the steering committee and minister to get to know each other better. In small groups, we then explored what draws each to be a part … Continue reading Standing Committee and new minister gather for fall retreat
First Church Boston is a member of the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization (GBIO) who has set affordable housing as one of their goals for this year. Hear more about the situation — covered on channel 2 on GBH News.
First Church Boston’s Social Justice Committee gathered in the auditorium after Sunday service on October 1 for food and fellowship and to review our social justice initiatives. We heard updates on the work of the five community partners who we support and work with: the Massachusetts Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence, the Greater Boston Interfaith … Continue reading The Social Justice Community met for their annual kick-off meeting
Over the summer a number of people have been working very hard on projects around our church, and we want to both acknowledge and thank them. Susan Patrick and Nancy Olsen took on a huge project to repaint the hymn book holders. Javier Neyra and Dan Bash, our sextons, removed all the holders from the sanctuary chairs. … Continue reading Behind the scene this summer at First Church Boston
