At this time of year we’re often reminded how First Parish remains a special place for all of us. In addition to contributing our time and talents to make the work of the church possible, we also contribute financial support. How do you make a pledge? By filling out our quick “Pledge Form”, available on the Giving webpage.
It’s worth pausing to consider the many accomplishments of the First Parish of Watertown in the past year. With our dynamic minister Rev. Sophia Lyons in her second year of ministry, we have successfully combined remote and in-person attendance on Sundays, implemented innovations such as Vespers services, and begun reinvigorating our Religious Education programs. A particularly proud achievement is our continued success managing the financial disruptions caused by three years of pandemic. This...
Have you wondered how you might join a special committee at First Parish that involves an interest you have a passion for? Are you curious what committees there are at First Parish and whether they need new members?
Well, on Sunday, March 12, during the church social hour, there will be a committee fair that will offer all that information!
Join pianist John Kramer on Saturday, March 4, 7:30 pm for a concert to benefit the Helen Robinson Wright Fund at First Parish Watertown.
Here are reminders of fun social events happening in the coming months - mark your calendars. These are easy ways to meet and enjoy more people at FPW! Feel free to reach out to Izzy Td with any questions about helping or getting involved in any of these events. Also please share ideas for other events that you would enjoy in the future January 8th - 2nd Sunday Social Hour - after church - hosted by Missy Shay & Martha Scott January 28th - Saturday - Potluck and Games Night in the Social...
The Social Action Committee has chosen the book Beyond Welcome: Building Communities of Love as this year's congregational read. There will be a book discussion in late January, date still to be determined. If you are interested in purchasing a copy, we have copies available for sale at $15 a book on the table to the right of the door in the office. Leave cash or a check written out to Eileen Ryan, who ordered the books from The UU press, Skinner House in the envelope with the books.
Join us as we work with religious education consultant Dr. Michele Townsend Grove in December and January in an effort to explore First Parish’s lifespan religious education heritage, identity and future. Everyone is welcome to participate in one or more opportunities.
November is the month of Social Action’s Annual support campaign for our long-time recipient, Boston Medical Center’s The Grow Clinic.
A bridge-builder, Rev. Andrew Kimble is invested in sustaining collaborative partnerships between the academy and communities of moral discernment. Ordained in the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev. Andrew serves as minister of church and culture at the Historic Charles St. AMEC in Roxbury, MA. Additionally, Rev. Andrew’s participation in philanthropic initiatives at Boston University School of Theology helps raise financial support for the school’s scholarships, programs, and annual...
Walk, Run, or Bike to help our Watertown neighbors, many affected by the pandemic, to meet their basic food, housing, utility, and medical bills. When? Any time between October 2 and October 23, 2021 Where? Any place you like! What do I do? It’s easy! Just follow these steps: Print, fill out, and mail the registration form below, along with your registration fee, or register online at: https://fpwatertown.breezechms.com/form/a70d58 Ask your friends and family members to sponsor you, AND...