Past Services

Sunday, October 2nd, 2022

"Courage"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

It can be hard to find the courage to speak up with an unpopular opinion, or in the face of oppression.  This service will talk about courage, how to find it, and include some techniques for moving beyond being a bystander. 

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Thursday, September 29th, 2022

"VESPERS"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum

Our vespers series this year will be a spiritual service focused around how we refresh, rejuvenate, build community, and draw spiritual support for the work of justice. Come join us for a peaceful service between our peace vigil and choir rehearsal times on the fourth Thursday of the month.
 

 

Sunday, September 25th, 2022

"Belonging, Part 2: Draw the Circle Wider Still"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

For part two of our sermon series on belonging, we’ll explore what it means to draw our circle wider still—how do we open up the  circle of “belonging” to include the stranger?

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Sunday, September 18th, 2022

"Belonging, Part 1: Love Draws a Circle"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

This year we’re using themes each month where we’ll share a worship service at the beginning of the month on the theme, and then our religious education classes will continue to explore that theme for the month. Our theme for September is “Belonging,” and we’re kicking off our theme months with a two-part sermon series. This first service will explore “belonging” in a smaller way—what does it mean to “belong” to a family, a church, an organization, a community? Why do we value belonging?

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

Sunday, September 11th, 2022

"INGATHERING SUNDAY"

10AM in the Sanctuary & Online

Ingathering Sunday – Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum

Join us as we launch our church year with a water ceremony, blessing of the backpacks for our school children, a ceremony of welcome for our new Acting Director of Religious Education, Marissa Evans, and a blessing of our teachers for our religious education year. The service will include a bell ringing at 11:00 for the 11th hour of climate change.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

Order of Service: HERE

Sunday, September 4th, 2022

"A Climate Moment: It Is the 11th Hour for the Climate"

In the Sanctuary

Members of FPC’s Climate Change Task Force explore what our Seventh Principle calls us to do in the face of extreme climate disruption. How can we make a difference and build hope for the future?

Join by Video: tinyurl.com/FPCSummer2022

Join by Phone: (929) 205-6099
Meeting ID: 910 3458 8472
Passcode: 11762

Sunday, August 28th, 2022

"We Are the Water Protectors"

In the Sanctuary or Online/Phone

Join Aimee Ledwell as she spotlights the Maynard Anti-Racism Alliance (MARA), Indigenous Peoples, and the fight for clean water everywhere.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

Join by Video: tinyurl.com/FPCSummer2022

Join by Phone: (929) 205-6099
Meeting ID: 910 3458 8472
Passcode: 11762

 

Sunday, August 21st, 2022

"Harry Potter and the Curse of Authorship"

In the Sanctuary or Online/Phone

Rev. Cynthia Landrum explores what can be a heartfelt struggle when we discover that a favorite author, artist, actor, or musician has taken political stances we are opposed to,or done personal actions that are deeply troubling to us. What do we do when we love the art but struggle with the artist?

Order of Service: Click Here

Sermon Slides: Click Here

Join by Video: https://tinyurl.com/FPC2022summer

Join by Phone: 929 205 6099 (long distance rates will apply)

Meeting ID: 942 9826 1676
Passcode: 995182

Sunday, August 14th, 2022

"Blessing of the Animals"

Outside on the FPC grounds

Join Susan Avery with your animal(s) or representation of them as we explore the power they have to lift our spirit and then collectively bless each of them.

Sunday, August 7th, 2022

"19th Annual Joint Summer Service at First Church of Christ, Unitarian in Lancaster"

First Church of Christ, Unitarian, 725 Main St. Lancaster or Online/Phone

The Rev. Wil Darcangelo, minister at the Lancaster and Fitchburg churches, will lead the worship with the theme "All Shall Be Well." The 14th century Mystic Julian of Norwich's encouraging words have soothed humanity during its darkest times. We will revisit her words as we struggle through our greatest human reckoning to date.
 
Kallin Johnson, Music Director at Lancaster, will direct the pick-up choir, which will sing a choral Introit and Anthem.  All singers are welcome. Rehearsal begins at 8:30 AM on Sunday morning.

Join by Video: Click Here

Order of Service: Click Here

A reception with light refreshments will follow the in-person service. Our Zoom participants may remain online for open conversations. Childcare is available.

COVID Protocols:
For the in-person service, COVID protocols will follow CDC guidelines and those of the Lancaster church.  Currently, Masks are optional in the sanctuary, including for the choir. However, we encourage wearing masks. If you are not vaccinated, please be sure to wear a mask. There is plenty of space in the Lancaster sanctuary for social distancing. All doors will be open for ventilation.

Address:
First Church of Lancaster, Unitarian Universalist
725 Main Street
Lancaster, MA 01523
The brick church/Bulfinch Meetinghouse on the historic Town Common circle near Town Hall and Library.

Parking:
There are 2 lots, upper and lower, behind the church. There is also some parking around the circle in front of the church - for limited mobility visitors.

For more information contact:
Rick Gentilman 
rgentilman1@aol.com 
978-852-6086

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