November at First Church will bring multiple opportunities for learning throughout the month. Lifelong learning is a core part of Unitarian Universalism, which promotes supporting one another in an ongoing search for truth and meaning. From encouraging kids to ask questions in religious education to challenging adults with new ideas, First Church aims to be a resource for all ages.

For our youngest learners, we now have weekly childcare for ages 1-8 (2^nd grade). Each service also includes a Story for All Ages led by our storyteller, Rev. Hank, our minister, Rev. Stephanie, or a member of the congregation. Following the story, older children are invited to stay in the service or to meet with a teacher to explore the theme of the day more deeply in story, activity, and fun.

For our adult learners, we are happy to welcome back the “Learning Community,” on Sunday, November 26, following the Sunday Service. Author Molly Howes, PhD, to discuss her 2020 book, “A Good Apology: Four Steps to Make Things Right.” Dr. Howes uses her experiences with patients in her practice, research findings, and news stories to illustrate the power and importance of a thorough apology. She teaches how we can all learn to craft an effective apology with four straightforward steps. Please join us for a light lunch, presentation, and discussion.

On Wednesday, November 1, 6:00 p.m. at the Rabb Auditorium of the Boston Public Library, award-winning historian Margaret Newell reveals how New England slavery began with the Pequot War and the enslavement of Indigenous people.

Then, on Wednesday, November 15, 6:00 p.m. at the Rabb Auditorium, a panel of historians and representatives of the Nipmuc, Narragansett and Wampanoag Tribes and Nations tells the story of the enslavement of millions of Indigenous people across the Americas from the time of Columbus to 1900. Both events are also available online. You can register online. Or, to view recordings of lectures in this series, please visit the YouTube page of the Partnership of Historic Bostons or Rev. Stephanie’s “Charter Day” sermon at the First Church Boston YouTube page.

Finally, throughout the month of November, First Church will be exploring the monthly theme of “Interdependence” in Sunday services led by Rev. Stephanie. You can learn more about Sunday Services on our monthly calendar or explore the theme of “interdependence” further here.

Want to learn more about First Church Boston or Unitarian Universalism? Please contact Rev. Stephanie.