UU poet and abolitionist Julia Ward Howe held the first mother’s day as an anit-war protest as a reaction to the American Civil War and the Franco-Prussian war. She believed that women held a responsibility to help shape the world we live in. In this moment when we are in the midst of a war, … Continue reading The Anti-War Origins of Mother’s Day
As we explore the hero’s journey this month and finish our pledge drive we turn to the future. Who are we called to be in this moment? What possibilities lie ahead? Where are we going? Religious Education (RE) classes are happening this week. Children are invited to come first to the worship service before RE … Continue reading This is How it Begins
Join members of First Parish for a circle style worship in the Sanctuary. This will be an interactive worship including readings, singing, and reflection. Childcare will be available in our play space, the Treehouse, from 10:15-1:15. Older children can choose if they want to join the worship service or go to the Treehouse. This month, … Continue reading Circle Worship
