Starting on September 11th and running through the end of January, we will gather on Zoom for Wednesday evening chapel. This is a 25 minute gathering of sharing, silence, poetry, and song. You can come to one or all of them. No need to sign up- just show up. In the past, this has been […]
Lectio Divina is a method of reading and listening, lingering with, and sharing personal responses to selected biblical texts. Diverse responses to the text provide new insights and help us grow in our spiritual lives and set intentions for our daily lives. By signing up for Thursday Lectio Divina Online, you will receive a weekly […]
Curious about Unitarian Universalism and First Parish? Wondering about what membership entails or the pathways to membership? Join our fall New UU Class! We will meet for two sessions, from 9 am to noon, on Saturdays, October 26 and November 2, 2024 in the Parlor at First Parish. You can expect: Two engaging and interactive […]
Barbara McCauley, 78, died peacefully at her home in Arlington, Massachusetts on September 23, 2024 after a long illness, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her loving husband, Jim, of 54 years, their son, Sean, and his partner, Kimberly. Barbara joined the congregation in 2015 and contributed by leading covenant groups and teaching […]
Looking for support for your meditation practice? Beginners and experienced meditators welcome. First Parish’s Meditation Group has gone virtual! Please join us whenever you like–no ongoing commitment required. To receive the Zoom Link, please email and tell us you would like to attend: Sunday, 9-9:30 a.m. The facilitator will open with a short Loving Kindness (Metta) introduction […]
UU Mass Action, in partnership with our UU Youth Corps and our partners in the Right to Shelter movement invite you to join us at First Parish Arlington for a youth-centered rally where we call on Gov. Healey to restore the Right to Shelter. We will hear powerful speakers, chant, sing and more as we […]
Diane Rose Barry, 81, died on Monday, September 23, 2024 at Winchester hospital from complications due to pneumonia and COVID. Her wife of 43 years, Celia Wcislo, and their son, Miguel Wcislo Barry, spent the last month by her side. Diane grew up in Wethersfield, Connecticut. She was the daughter of John Barry, and Jane […]
Spirit Talks are back! Weekly Spirit Talk discussions provide an opportunity for a small group to reflect together on a spiritual theme inspired by a different quote each week. Spirit Talk meets every Monday at 4pm on Zoom. Email spirittalk@firstparish.info to be added to the mailing list for Spirit Talk or just check us out by joining […]
Looking for support for your meditation practice? Join us for 30 minutes of silent sitting. Beginners and experienced meditators welcome. Please drop in whenever you like–no ongoing commitment required. Meets Mondays 6:00-7:00pm in the Parlor. For more information, please email meditation@firstparish.info Back to Events
A supportive group for parents whose children have grown and moved away from home. What will we do with our time, travel the world, worry about our children, or both?
