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FPC Guest Table
Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on
FPC Guest Table serves a community dinner on the first Friday of each month at First Parish Church of Stow & Acton. We welcome everyone, in or out of Stow, whether they’re looking for a sense of community, are feeling lonely, are having some financial difficulties, or just want a change of atmosphere.
Our next meal will be offered Friday, March 4, from 5:30-6:30 PM. There’s no charge for dinner, but donations are gratefully accepted. Dinners will be nut free, with gluten-free and dairy-free options available. Our facilities are wheelchair accessible.
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Cold Chocolate
Cold Chocolate is creating an exciting and unique new sound in the world of Americana. With original tunes and technical prowess, this four-piece band from Boston is rocking audiences with guitar, banjo, upright bass, percussion, and four-part harmony.
“There is little more I love in life than bluegrass music (Ok, maybe my wife, my cats, and my family and friends). Cold Chocolate plays a style of bluegrass that is so ridiculously good, that I guess I really love Cold Chocolate too. Singer and guitarist, Ethan Robbins has a depth and soul to his voice that blends... Read more
Christmas Vespers Service
Submitted by jstadolnik on
This very special Candlelight Vesper service will include a beautiful string orchestra prelude and the Christmas Oratorio by Camille Saint Saëns sung by the First Parish Adult Choir with guest soloists and accompanied by a string orchestra and organ. The service will also include carols for all to sing and a reflection on the music offered. We will conclude the service by remember those affected by terrorist attacks around the world and together pray and sing for peace. This
Dan Cloutier
“Dan Cloutier’s latest CD is a beacon in the storm. It is an inspiring collection of original songs by Cloutier, chronicling his love of New England, depicted by stormy seas, crashing waves and seagoing captains, along with tales of love and faith. Cloutier’s gift for storytelling is apparent in the richness of his tales.” Worcester Magazine
Dan is making a name for himself as an important live act by selling out rooms in the greater Boston area including the famed Club Passim and The Amazing Things Arts Center. He has also had... Read more
Jewelry and Gift Sale This Saturday!
Submitted by Rebecca Stadolnik on
Tons of fresh jewelry stock has come in just in time for the holidays! Stop by the Community Room from 12-3 pm on Saturday, November 14th to find great jewelry bargains, as well as some holiday/hostess gifts, such as wine bags, bookmarks, FPC holiday CDs and cards and more! Bring your checkbooks! Read more
NEW2FPC NIGHT
Submitted by jstadolnik on
There will be an opportunity to meet with the minister, Tom Rosiello, share your own personal religious journey if you like, ask questions and get to know others in the church.
To sign up or if you have questions, please contact Joleen Sullivan, our Welcoming and Membership Coordinator
mdc@fpc-stow-acton.org
Will be held in... Read more
Dagh Dagh Ujala: This Stained Dawn
Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on
This lecture and short play focuses on the personal stories of survivors of the violent partition of India and Pakistan in 1947—the largest mass migration in modern history, and one in which over one million lives were lost. The performance is both an attempt to preserve these stories before a generation of survivors is lost, and also educate people in our own country about a world event that has and continues to have enormous ramifications. This presentation is free and open to the public. Donations will be gratefully accepted to help fund the U.S. presentations. FPC’s facilities are... Read more
Open House
Submitted by jstadolnik on
Come explore your own spiritual path. We are a caring and supportive community of people interested in uplifting worship drawing from a variety of faith traditions.
Attend Sunday services and experience:
• A welcoming Unitarian Universalist congregation
• Thought-provoking and inspiring preaching
• Vibrant music in many styles
• A liberal religious education program for children and youth
• Social justice opportunities and ways to serve others
Regardless of your theology,... Read more
FPC Auction 2015 ~ April in Paris!
Submitted by DavidKay on
Mesdames, Messieurs et Enfants
Come take a journey to old Paris with your FPC friends!
The night promises to be a Fabulous Evening of Fun-Filled Fundraising featuring an Auction of Amazing Items Donated by Our Many Members and Friends.
Don’t miss the chance to enjoy:
- Delicacies from Tout le Monde
- Irresistable Desserts from the Patisseries of Paris
- Boissons ... Read more