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3/3/25: “Just In Case” Box Decorating at First Parish of Stoughton, MA, 790 Washington Street, Stoughton, MA 02072-2940 (6:30 p.m.)

“Just in Case” boxes contain information needed and helpful if a person is to die unexpectedly.

First Parish Stoughton is holding an event to decorate “Just in Case” boxes on March 3, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. They have about 15 boxes and supplies to decorate them. Please contact Susan at 339-237-2519 for information and to register.

 

(* Decorated box photo is not necessarily representative of a box being decorated at this event being offered by First Parish Stoughton.)

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UUCanton

Fun Free Programs at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Canton, 1508 Washington Street, Canton, MA 02021-2267

 

2025 Dates:

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    February 6: First Thursday “Get Your Body Groove On” (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
  • February 13: Second Thursday “Zen Buddhist Meditation Group” (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
  • February 20: “Lunch With Friends” (12:00 p.m.)
  • February 20: Third Thursday “Exploring Your Spirituality” (1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.)
  • February 27: Fourth Thursday “Zen Buddhist Meditation Group” (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
  • March 6: First Thursday “Get Your Body Groove On” (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
  • March 13: Second Thursday “Zen Buddhist Meditation Group” (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
  • March 20: “Lunch With Friends” (12:00 p.m.)
  • March 20: Third Thursday “Exploring Your Spirituality” (1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.)
  • March 27: Fourth Thursday “Zen Buddhist Meditation Group” (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Also, on the third Friday of each month, a fun inspirational film and conversation will be held from 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

  • February 21: Third Friday “Fun Inspirational Friday Matinee Movie!” (3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
  • March 21: Third Friday “Fun Inspirational Friday Matinee Movie!” (3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)

Third Friday Movie

And, meeting on the second and third Sunday of each month, are a Bible study and a Soul Matters group, respectively.

  • February 9: Second Sunday “Bible Study” with Rev. Clyde from a sociohistorical perspective (12:15 p.m.)
  • February 16: Third Sunday “Soul Matters Group” (12:15 p.m.)
  • March 9: Second Sunday “Bible Study” with Rev. Clyde from a sociohistorical perspective (12:15 p.m.)
  • March 16: Third Sunday “Soul Matters Group” (12:15 p.m.)

These events will be hosted at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Canton

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Please visit https://FPUUCanton.org for details.

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1/23/25: From the UUA President: Fierce Love Compels Us To Action

Below is a link to a statement from UUA President the Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt in response to executive orders issued by the US President. The statement includes additional resources to take action to support your congregation, community, and loved ones. These executive orders will affect members of our community. Please take the time to read it.

https://www.uua.org/pressroom/press-releases/fierce-love-compels-us-action

Registration Is Open For WEAV

You are invited to register for WEAV hosted by All Souls Church Of Braintree

 

New ways of engaging ourselves and others in our UU community and beyond

 

WEAV is various intentions woven together. The threads consist of practices for the heart, body and mind to engage participants. These same threads are also introductions to various fields of knowledge and ways of knowing. The ten very distinct sessions take participants on a journey through an overview of a repair process which can be practiced in your congregation.

In addition, the sessions provide participants with differing paradigms of learning to experience new ways of engaging ourselves and others in our UU community and beyond. There are times when the sessions might seem unconnected. Yet, all of the various sessions are to provide insight into the complexity of the issue of antiracist work involving spiritual, physical, emotional, and intellectual growth.

The learning emphasis is placed on the growth and transformation and concluding commitments of each participant as a UU, as we grow in community and witness each other’s growth and are witnessed for our own.

Our ten Zoom session commitment begins January 11, 2025, meeting on the second and fourth Saturday of each month, through May 24, 2025. Each session is approximately 90 minutes, from 10am-11:30am ET.

Please contact Kellie Kinsman (mkelliekinsman@gmail.com) with any questions you may have, and to register for WEAV! The Zoom link will be provided to all who register.

I look forward to this journey with you!

Kellie Kinsman

WEAV co-facilitators:

Liesl Dees is a 4th-year Master of Divinity (M.Div.) student at Starr King School for the Ministry and an Aspirant for Unitarian Universalist ministry. She recently retired after over 20 years of service at San Juan College in Farmington, New Mexico. Liesl is deeply committed to countering oppressions and advancing anti-racism work, both in her personal life and ministry. Passionate about interdependence, she finds joy in gardening and exploring the outdoors of the Four Corners region. Liesl also treasures time spent with her children and grandchild.

Kellie Kinsman is a 3rd-year Master of Divinity student at Starr King School for the Ministry, an Aspirant for Unitarian Universalist ministry, and a member of All Souls Church of Braintree. Kellie has been engaged in anti-oppression work for decades, most frequently with the LGBTQ+ community. She currently lives in Southern California where she helps care for her aging stepfather. She enjoys bike riding at the beach, feeding a murder of crows, and deep theological discussions. She loves her two feline roommates, Puppy and Sasha.

 

See also: WEAV Training, All Souls Church of Braintree Events

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12/1 (10:00 a.m.): “Poetry Sunday” – Five Points Cluster Shared Worship Service hosted by Foxborough Universalist Church, 6 Bird Street, Foxborough, MA 02035-2301

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“Poetry Sunday” – Five Points Cluster Shared Worship Service hosted by Foxborough Universalist Church

 

UUFoxborough - Foxborough Universalist Church, UUAThe Five Points Cluster congregations choose a specific Sunday once every month or so where we gather to share worship together at one of our churches. It is a wonderful way to experience different kinds of worship, get to know our neighbors and siblings in faith, and offer hospitality to one another.

Topic:  “Poetry Sunday”

During Poetry Sunday, congregants and friends from Five Points Cluster churches share poems that inspire them and provide meaning to their life.

Worship Service begins at 10:00 a.m., in-person at Foxborough Universalist Church and on-line through Zoom.

Please visit https://www.UUFoxborough.org for details.

“You are welcome to join us in person or virtually Sundays at 10 am.
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UUCanton

Fun Free Programs Thursdays at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Canton, 1508 Washington Street, Canton, MA 02021-2267

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2024 Dates:

  • September 5: First Thursday “Exploring Your Spirituality” (1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.)
  • September 12: Second Thursday “Zen Buddhist Meditation Group” (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
  • September 19: Soups On (12:00 p.m.)
  • September 26: Fourth Thursday “Get Your Body Groove On” (1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.)

This events will be hosted at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Canton

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Please visit https://FPUUCanton.org for details.

6/23/24 (1:00 p.m.): “UUA General Assembly Virtual Worship: Weaving Our Lives” Watch Party at Unitarian Church of Sharon, 4 North Main Street, Sharon, MA 02067

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“Join us virtually for the largest annual gathering of UUs in worship. Sunday Worship will be live-streamed here at this link. No registration required. DVR controls, which provide the ability to pause and rewind the live event, will be available. Rev. Molly Housh-Gordon preaching. We will open the church for a Virtual Worship watch party at 1 PM, stay tuned for the possibility of a brown bag lunch beforehand.”

 

This event will be held at Unitarian Church of Sharon.

 

Please visit https://UUSharon.org for details.*

 

 

 

UUCanton

“Soulful Sundays” at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Canton, 1508 Washington Street, Canton, MA 02021-2267

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Soulful Sundays: Every Other Sunday, beginning June 30, 2024 (3:00 p.m.)

 


This summer, join First Parish for a series of relaxed, contemplative worship gatherings and theme discussions called Soulful Sunday, based on the Soulful Sundown programs offered at UU congregations across the country (and even the world!)

  • During each session, there will be gathering music, a story or reading, a time for shared reflection on the theme, a time to share meaningful poetry, music, or other art, and a sharing of our joys and sorrows.
  • Soulful Sunday gatherings will take place at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel.
  • Snacks and beverages will be provided, but feel free to bring additional contributions!

In 2024, Soulful Sundays will be held:

  • June 30
  • July 14
  • July 28
  • August 11
  • August 25

These will be held in person at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Canton.

 

Please visit https://FPUUCanton.org for details.

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6/27/24 (6:00 p.m.): Thursdays On The Lawn at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Canton, 1508 Washington Street, Canton, MA 02021-2267

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Thursdays On The Lawn: Thursdays, beginning June 27, 2024 (6:00 p.m.)

 

“Bring a sandwich, salad, and a chair
and join us for a fun evening to share and just hang out.
In case of rain or excess heat we will meet in the Chapel.”

In 2024, Thursdays on the Lawn will be held:

  • June 27
  • July 11
  • July 25
  • August 8
  • August 22

This event will be hosted by First Parish Unitarian Universalist Canton

 

Please visit https://FPUUCanton.org for details.