Welcome!
We welcome you to join us in worship, programs, and community, regardless of your faith tradition, race, gender, or family structure.
Worship Services
October 11th | 10:30am
“What’s the Story?” with Rev. Sophia preaching, and Rev. Kyle Belmont, Charlyn Bethell, Morris Sullivan, and Guy Urban.
Telling and recalling the stories of a community is an important way to stay connected to the wisdom of the past and understand how it has shaped who we are now, as well as guides the dreams we have for the future. To honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Rev. Sophia will share some of the stories about how this church has, and is attempting to, grapple with some of its history. What new stories might emerge in the re-telling? We will also honor National Coming Out Day as a commitment to being a Welcoming Congregation. See you on Sunday!
October 18: Rev. Mary Margaret Earl, executive director and senior minister of the UU Urban Ministry will tell the story of how the physical restoration of the First Church Roxbury became a courageous spiritual journey examining the history of enslavement by its original congregation.
All are welcome! We offer in person services that are also streamed via Zoom. Masks are welcome but not required. If you would like the Zoom link for the service, please contact welcome@fpwatertown.org by noon on Friday.
Our Faith
As Unitarian Universalists, we affirm the inherent worth of all people and embrace the free search for truth without a creed.
Our Minister
Rev. Sophia Lyons is the 30th settled minister of First Parish Watertown.
Our History
The First Parish of Watertown, established in 1630, is one of the oldest parishes in the United States.
In Our Own Words
FPW is a gentle, caring community where I learn and grow. It’s also a place that appreciates what I have to give.
When I first came to this church I received a strong message of grace, which was defined by a church leader in this way: “your presence is sacred and it is enough.” Wow. What a powerful difference that makes.
Learning
Faith is a lifelong learning experience. Our Religious Education program promotes children’s individual religious exploration in a loving environment. Adult Programs bring religious education to the grownups.
Justice
We commit to being a force for social change in our congregation, our town, and the world. We support anti-racism work, speak out for immigrant rights, fight for climate justice, and welcome and celebrate LGBTQiA+ people.
Connection
Join our community at social events and in shared-interest groups! In times of need, our minister provides pastoral care. This community is sustained by our gifts of time and money.
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