Past Services

Sunday, October 6th, 2024

"Restoring Love in the World"

Guest Speaker, Sam Williams, Executive Director of the Concord Prison Outreach and poet, writer, and trainer. Mr. Williams joins us for a special service on restorative justice.

Sam WIlliams has been instrumental in various initiatives across the city of Boston including prison rehabilitation and re-entry, impact of racial profiling, community economic development, urban planning, youth development and public safety. He is currently the chair of the Community Advisory Board for Northeastern University’s Institute of Race and 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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

Sunday, September 29th, 2024

"Guest Speaker - Molly Bajgot"

Our study of world religions begins with guest presenter Molly Bajgot, a queer Jewish musician, educator, and activist who lives on Nipmuc & Pocumtuc land in Easthampton, MA. As a singer, songwriter, activist, and prayer leader, she writes songs to call us back to ourselves and original melodies to enliven Jewish liturgy.

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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

Sunday, September 22nd, 2024

"Change Is Coming: An Equinox Celebration"

FPC Music Director Chris Hossfeld will be joined by the FPC Choir and special guests, the bass clarinet ensemble Improbable Beasts for this equinox celebration. This is a multi-faith service with music focused on finding peace in a time of change. The service begins at 5 p.m. and will be held at First Parish Church of Stow & Acton, 353 Great Rd, Stow MA 01775. Admission is free.

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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

Sunday, September 22nd, 2024

"Autumn Poetry"

Rev. Cindy will dive into her past study of literature to bring us a service of the beauty and glory of fall through poetry. Come join us for this relaxing Sunday!

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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

Sunday, September 15th, 2024

"World Religions and Their Connections"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum - We begin a year of diving into the religions of the world with a service about the many connections between different faiths and Unitarian Universalism.

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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

Saturday, September 14th, 2024

"Memorial Service: Rev. Walter S. LeFlore"

Join us as we celebrate the life of Rev. Walter S. LeFlore. The service will begin at 2pm, with Rev. Karen Brammer officiating.  Clergy are invited to robe and process. Rev. LeFlore's obituary can be viewed at https://www.lotzfuneralhomesalem.com/tributes/Walter-LeFlore.

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 Service by Video: https://tinyurl.com/walterleflore
Meeting ID: 992 3920 4103
Passcode: 083608

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.

An order of service may be uploaded here prior to the service.  

Sunday, September 8th, 2024

"Ingathering Sunday"

Intergenerational

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum - We’ll celebrate the beginning of the church year by blessing the backpacks of our kids starting school and, through the story “What Will You Bring to the Feast?” by the Rev. Erika Hewitt, by exploring what we each bring to build community. We invite you to bring water from your home or another significant place. Service will be followed by a potluck lunch and ice cream social! Bring your favorite fall dish and join us on the lawn to socialize, play games with FPC members & friends, and support a local ice cream truck.

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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

Sunday, September 1st, 2024

"Popcorn Theology"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum - Come to our Craft Beer and Food Truck Festival the day before and vote on what this service will be! Then show up to the service to find out what movie the vote has been cast for. Will Rev. Cindy preach on the very silly Monty Python's Life of Brian or the timely and applicable The Grapes of Wrath? Will it be on Star Wars because you know the force is with us? Or will we explore the too-real dystopia of The Hunger Games? Your votes will decide! And how on earth will Trevor manage to play music that can go with any of these? Just wait and see! And yes, we plan to have popcorn! 

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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

Sunday, August 25th, 2024

"Eyes on the Prize: Traveling the Long-Arcing Road towards Racial Justice"

While we live in the hope of one day achieving racial justice in our communities, in our country, and in the world, we know that the work is about an ongoing journey—a journey that we may not see achieved in our lifetime. Through music, meditation, and the spoken word, members of FPC’s Racial Justice Task Force will explore how we keep our “eyes on the prize” while keeping up our courage, compassion, and commitment for the work of racial 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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

Sunday, August 18th, 2024

"#realtalkwithrayla!"

Our Director of Religious Education Rayla Baldwin-Mattson tries to live as openly and honestly as possible. Rayla does this through storytelling and humor, often tagging things with #realtalkwithrayla! Come join Rayla on a fun journey as Rayla learns some of life’s lessons!

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 (posted by the Saturday before service)

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