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Read MoreAbout Us
We are First Parish of Sudbury, a diverse and welcoming community of spiritual seekers; we strive to learn together and support one another as we celebrate life’s important moments and serve the larger community. We are stewards of an historic meetinghouse. In addition to an inspiring leader in Rev. Dr. Marjorie Matty and our dedicated staff, our community generously volunteers resources of time and...
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Read MoreFor Visitors
Please join us this Sunday! Here are Directions and Where to Park You can find out more about us under the About Us menu.
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Read MoreGetting Involved
There are many ways to participate in the community that is First Parish of Sudbury in addition to joining us on a Sunday morning. For example, you can help the Faith in Action team collect back-to-school backpacks; you can make a joyful noise as part of the choir; bring a dish to a Women’s Alliance potluck meeting, which connects women and supports First Parish of Sudbury in various ways; join a...
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Read MoreNews & Events
First Parish is a community of movers and shakers! If you are interested in finding out exactly what we are up to, you can scan our Calendar or review any of the online issues of the Connector, a weekly newsletter in which all the “goings-on” are shared by staff, leadership and members of the congregation. If you have specific questions about the work of First Parish of Sudbury in the world,...
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Read MoreWorship
Worship in the Unitarian Universalist tradition is shaped by our faith’s history, principles and purposes as well as the congregation’s identity and culture, the minister’s religious beliefs and style, and the great diversity of sources from which we draw inspiration and through which we seek guidance and insight. Our worship services are offered on Sunday mornings. Visitors are warmly...
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Read MoreReligious Education
From the Religious Exploration Committee. Welcome to First Parish of Sudbury’s Religious Education program. First Parish of Sudbury is a Unitarian Universalist congregation that was first established in 1640. Although much has changed since then, one thing that remains the same is our steadfast belief in the inherent right to freedom for every person in all matters regarding religion. Because we want...
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Read MoreWelcome to First Parish of Sudbury
Dear Visitor, Welcome to the First Parish of Sudbury, a lively, liberal congregation nearly 375 years old that continues to make history and change lives. Like you, I am a newcomer to this congregation. What drew me here may be the same things that will draw you: people who are committed to creating an inclusive, just community both inside and outside the walls of this beautiful old meetinghouse …...
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Religious Exploration in January 20th
Living Our Values with Ms. Laura Wagner
Join the congregation at First Parish of Sudbury for the first of our Sunday services during the time our settled minister is on sabbatical. This Sunday, Jan. 13, we welcome back to our pulpit Ms. Laura Wagner, executive director of UU Mass Action, the Unitarian Universalist State Action Network. Their mission is to organize and mobilize UUs to confront injustice.
Ms. Wagner’s sermon is titled “Living Our Values”. Join us to learn more.
This Sunday we will “Share the Plate”–half of the collection will go to UU Mass Action.
You can read the sermon here: Living Our Values (pdf)
Read MoreSabbatical 2019 Sunday Services
Click here for the list of Sunday Service speakers and topics. The Worship Associates have done a great job putting together a season of varied, interesting, and meaningful services.
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Senior Cohousing meeting at FP Stow and Acton Sat Jan 26
What: Senior Cohousing: A Community Approach to Aging in Place – an Introductory Meeting
When: Saturday, January 26, from 2 pm – 4:30 pm
Where: First Parish Church of Stow and Acton
353 Great Road (Rte. 117) Stow MA
Middlesex Senior Cohousing, a group of 12 households in Metro Northwest Boston, will hold an introductory meeting on Saturday, January 26, from 2 – 4:30 pm in Fellowship Hall at FPC Stow/Acton. MSC is seeking to build New England’s first senior cohousing neighborhood in the Maynard/Acton area and is growing its membership.
The program features a slideshow, short video, and Q&A. There will be a refreshment break followed by facilitated small break-out groups to talk about the challenges of aging in place and in community.
This is a unique opportunity to learn about this innovative model that started in Denmark in the 1960s and operates on the understanding that community is the best insurance for getting the nurturing care we need as we age. And for living a fun and fulfilling 3rd Act!
To learn more, go to the websites of Middlesex Senior Cohousing and the Cohousing Association of the United States.
RSVPs are appreciated for planning purposes. Go to .
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350Mass Metrowest Node Meeting at FPS January 10 at 7pm
Gearing up for 2019: The Year of Urgency
How will you participate in our civilization’s need to address climate change? At this meeting, we will be forming and continuing working groups with projects that people can engage in now, aligned with 350Mass’ new campaign priorities. We’ll also be practicing useful skills and supporting each other aw we instigate local initiatives and participate in statewide policy-making.
Join us as we work together to advocate for our planet on Thursday, January 10 at First Parish of Sudbury, Unitarian Universalist 327 Concord Road, Sudbury, MA at 7:00pm. Help us become better advocates for our planet. Help us chart a path forward to make a difference in Metrowest.
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Women’s Alliance meeting February 11
From the Women’s Alliance: There will be no meeting in January. We have a speaker for our February potluck meeting on Monday, February 11. Devik Wyman from Mango Tree Artisans, a fair trade store in Sudbury, who is a frequent traveler to Central and South America, will talk about “Textiles and Tortillas.” Our potluck starts at 6:30 in the Commons with program to follow.
Living Our Values with Ms. Laura Wagner (for newsletter)
Join the congregation at First Parish of Sudbury for the first of our Sunday services during the time our settled minister is on sabbatical. This Sunday, Jan. 13, we welcome back to our pulpit Ms. Laura Wagner, executive director of UU Mass Action, the Unitarian Universalist State Action Network. Their mission is to organize and mobilize UUs to confront injustice.
Ms. Wagner’s sermon is titled “Living Our Values”. Join us to learn more.
This Sunday we will “Share the Plate”–half of the collection will go to UU Mass Action.
Founded in 2006, it is a statewide network of congregations, lay members and ministers whose mission is to mobilize our voice in support of Unitarian Universalist values to achieve a just, equitable and compassionate Commonwealth. We are proud to share our collection with this worthy organization this morning.
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