Past Services

Sunday, March 10th, 2024

"The Sermon We Hope We Have to Cancel: Cease Fire and Peace Now "

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS: Set clocks one hour ahead

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum. Since the Hamas attacks on Israel on Oct. 7, there has been unrelenting destruction by Israel in Gaza, with tens of thousands of Palestinian deaths, and the number continues to rise. On Feb. 14 the UUA wrote, “The Israeli government’s forced displacement, punishment, and intentional inflicting of suffering and death upon children and civilians in Gaza is a moral catastrophe that our faith demands we condemn and resist.” This Sunday we will call for peace once more and discuss what congregations and members can do. 

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE (NEW printable version) 

Sunday, March 3rd, 2024

"Centering on Love: A Look at Changes in the UUA"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum - As the second year of the process of revising Article II of the UUA Bylaws is underway, it’s worth looking at the meaning behind and the reasons for the shifts we’re undergoing. Why are we talking about replacing Principles with Values? This service will explore the issues at stake in the upcoming vote in June.  

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE (NEW printable version!) 

Sunday, February 25th, 2024

"How to Love"

As a culture obsessed with romantic love and a faith centered on Love, we talk a lot about it. But how often do we get into the how of it? How were you taught to love? How have you shown your beloveds how to love you? What are the guiding questions and principles that help us love one another well? How are we called to Love this broken world?

Our guest minister, Rev. Elizabeth (Elka) Carrier-Ladd, is a fourth generation Unitarian Universalist and has served our faith in countless ways. They have degrees from Hampshire College and Meadville Lombard Theological School, and live in Revere with their spouse, 4 young kiddos, and 2 dogs.

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE   PRINTABLE VERSION HERE

Sunday, February 18th, 2024

"A Humanist's Search for God"

– Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum - One of the first sermons Cindy ever preached was in her internship year, 1999-2000, and was titled “A Humanist’s Search for God.” Now, 24 years later, she’ll take another look. Is she still searching for God? Does she still identify as a Humanist?   

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

Sunday, February 11th, 2024

"All You Need Is Love: A Beatles Celebration"

An Intergenerational Service

Join us for a spiritual and musical celebration of The Beatles, 60 years after they first arrived in the U.S. on Feb. 7, 1964. We will explore the enduring appeal of the Beatles' music and its relevance today. This all-ages service will include performances by the FPC Choir, the FPC Children’s Choir and Ukutarians, and the Parish Jazz Band, including a performance by Parish guitarist Michael Paladini.

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

Sunday, February 4th, 2024

"Choosing Love: Stories of Justice and Persistence"

At the age of 85, Universalist Olympia Brown walked into a voting booth to cast her very first vote after a lifetime of advocating for women’s suffrage. Beaten severely by angry mobs and arrested for his involvement in the Civil Rights Movement, John Lewis went on to be elected to congress, where he served for 17 terms. In 1997, Julia Butterfly Hill moved into the branches of an approximately 1500-year-old redwood tree, where she lived for 738 days to protect it from loggers. Join us as Rev. Alice Anacheka-Nasemann, minister at Unitarian Church of Marlborough and Hudson, shares stories of justice and persistence.

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

Sunday, January 28th, 2024

"Imbolc, Persephone, and the Groundhog"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum - Our modern tradition of Groundhog’s Day is rooted in ancient stories of returning from the underworld like Persephone, and the ancient pagan holiday Imbolc on which St. Brigid’s day was overlaid. This service will explore Pagan and secular ways and why we mark the halfway point between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox.

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

Sunday, January 21st, 2024

"The Three Questions"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum - Leo Tolstoy wrote a story called “The Three Questions” which asked, What is the best time to begin everything? Who are the best people to listen to? What is the most important thing to do? This service will explore the questions and answers.  

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

Sunday, January 14th, 2024

"Liberating Love"

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunday

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum - The proposed new “Values” for Unitarian Universalism put love at the center, and love points us to justice. Our covenant says, “Love is the spirit of this church, and service its law.” This service will explore how liberating love is the path to justice.  

Our buildings are now mask-optional. We have designated a mask-required section of our sanctuary. It is marked off and in the back right corner. Please consult with an usher if assistance is needed. 

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

Sunday, January 7th, 2024

"Eckhart Tolle, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and the American Ego: How a More Conscious Activism Might Save Us"

VIRTUAL SERVICE ONLY! - BUILDINGS CLOSED DUE TO SNOW
Guest Speaker, Kris Comment

Wisdom for approaching the growing political tensions in our country can be found in the words of New Age philosopher, Eckhart Tolle, and his predecessor, nineteenth-century Transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson. Both men shed light on the destructive nature of ego and its role in fueling societal division. Learn how their ideas might help us to envision a path toward unity and justice in our democracy through empowered mindful action. 

Kris Comment (she/her/hers) has as been a member of UCMH since 2016 and serves as Vice President of their current Executive Board. She lives in Marlborough with her partner, Cindy, their three cats, and two 9-month-old mini goldendoodle puppies. Kris earned a Ph.D. in American Literature and LGBTQ+ studies at the University of Maryland in 2002 and currently teaches part-time at Framingham State University. She fell in love with the Transcendentalists as an undergraduate and continues to find her greatest spiritual inspiration in literature.

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)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service: CLICK HERE

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