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?

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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

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.

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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

The 19th century Unitarian minister Theodore Parker once said "the moral arc of the universe is long but it bends towards justice."   As Unitarian Universalists, our theology and principles have demanded that we stand with the oppressed and on the side of love, freedom, and equality.   In many ways, even with all its historic struggles and setbacks, the US as a country has been "a rights expanding nation."   Often these changes did not happen quickly, but the arc continued to bend towards justice until the recent decision overturning the well established right of a woman to have an abortion.  It is the first time in modern history where the Supreme Court has taken a  long established right away.  Moreover, many other rights based on the same legal reasoning as Roe vs Wade are sure to be challenged and likely struck down. Many conservative religions have promoted, and will continue to promote, this attack on the rights of women, LGBTQ+ folks, and other minorities based on their repressive and controlling dogma and archaic scriptural interpretation.   Our own Rev. Tom will examine this assault on what most of those in our faith tradition hold dear, how it is a violation of our principles and history, and what we as members of a liberal faith tradition must do about it.

Childcare through grade 5 will be provided.

Join by Video: tinyurl.com/FPCSummer2022

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

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Our own Parish Jazz Band, led by Michael Paladini, will play great jazz classics for everyone to enjoy, all packaged in a UU wrapper.