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An American in Poland to help Ukrainians

Submitted by JanetBeatrice on

Saturday, April 16th, 2022 - 8:00AM
An American in Poland to help Ukrainians

On March 8, Jon Mills moved from his North Carolina home to Poland to help Ukrainians displaced by the war in any way he could. He’ll tell us about his experience at the next virtual Saturday Morning Breakfast, hosted by First Parish Church of Stow & Acton (FPC), on Saturday, April 16, at 8:05 a.m.

At first he wasn’t sure what he could do, but he decided he’d figure it out when he got there. At this point, Mills says, “I’ve done anything from going to border crossings and bringing refugees back to Warsaw, to... Read more

Making a Children’s Picture Book Explained

Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on

Saturday, March 19th, 2022 - 8:00AM

Have you ever wondered how children's picture books are created? At the next virtual Saturday Morning Breakfast, hosted by First Parish Church of Stow & Acton (FPC), local children's author Casey W. Robinson will share a behind-the-scenes look at the creative and publishing process behind her picture book “Iver and Ellsworth,” including the local landmark that inspired the story. Kids are welcome! Robinson’s talk will take place on Saturday, March 19, at 8:05 a.m.

The Saturday Morning Breakfast series is led by FPC member Jeff Brown. To access this event, go to ... Read more

Holiday Sing-Along with the FPC Choir

Submitted by minister on

Sunday, December 5th, 2021 - 7:30AM

Join the FPC Choir on YouTube at 5:00p on Sunday, December 5th for a very fun and informal sing of carols, holiday tunes, and other favorite anthems of the choir. We are joined by a guest cellist and will be singing from our sanctuary! You will be able to view us at the following link, which will stay live after the performance for folks to watch later. Feel free to share with friends, family, and anyone looking for some live music from their homes. Read more

FPC Holiday Gift Drive

Submitted by RebeccaMacNeill on

Sunday, November 7th, 2021 - 9:00AM to Saturday, December 4th, 2021 - 2:00PM

Every year, FPC collects holiday gifts for the guests of two domestic violence shelters. Santa’s elves will continue on with this tradition this year, although with a few changes due to COVID-19.

Background

For more than 15 years, our FPC community has stepped up to buy gifts for children, women and men who are fleeing domestic violence. We started first assisting Renewal House, a shelter for women and children in Roxbury which is connected to the UU Urban Ministry, and on whose board our former minister Tom Rosiello served. When Diane Miller took over... Read more

FPC Auction 2021 – It's Pajama Party Time!

Submitted by jstadolnik on

Saturday, May 15th, 2021 - 6:30PM

FPC’s on-line Spring Auction "Pajama Party" is here! While we can’t gather together for our usual infectious good time, we have found a way to make this year’s auction the best virtual pillow fight ever!

This year, we bring you two new and exciting opportunities to buy cool stuff, support the church and join in fellowship with our community.   First, the on-line auction launches Saturday, May 3 at midnight and runs through Tuesday, May 18th at 8 PM.  Bid early and often!  The on-line auction then will be capped off with a live auction event via Zoom on the... Read more

Joe Jencks in a Streaming Concert at New Revival

Saturday, March 27th, 2021 - 7:30PM

Coming to the New Revival Coffeehouse on March 27: Joe Jencks, a 20-year veteran of the international folk circuit, an award-winning songwriter, and celebrated vocalist based in Chicago.

Having penned several #1 folksongs, including the ever-relevant Lady of the Harbor, Jencks is also co-founder of the harmony trio, Brother Sun. 

Merging conservatory training with his Irish roots and working-class upbringing, Joe delivers engaged musical narratives... Read more

FPC Small Group Ministry 2021 Registration

Submitted by KarenKinnear on

Thursday, December 31st, 2020 - 1:00PM to Sunday, January 17th, 2021 - 1:00PM

Do something for yourself this year. Get to know yourself and a small circle of 8-10 people better through our SGM program. The groups meet two hours monthly for one year, starting in February. Groups have trained facilitators who lead discussion topics designed to strengthen our awareness of ourselves and our connections to each other. No preparation required, just come as you are. We are forming new groups for the 2021 season. Please register by January 17, 2020: online here or email sgm@fpc-stow-acton.org. To ask questions... Read more

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