Please join us Sunday as the Rev. Judy Deutsch explores the huge gap in our nation’s income and wealth, and examine how that gap came about. Rev. Deutsch notes “clearly the income/wealth gap between the ‘haves and have-nots’ doesn’t align with principles of democracy...
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Legacy and Our Commitment
In a world where we are uncertain about the climate, economic equality and safety what is our responsibility to future generations? On a Sunday that we honor our commitment to Unitarian Universalism and the stewardship of First Parish, Rev. Dr. Marjorie Matty will be...
A Path to Wisdom… – Rev. Jane Thickstun
Rev. Jane Thickstun asserts that embracing diversity can be a transforming process and a path to wisdom, but asks “what does it take to engage in interracial, intercultural and interfaith dialogue? What are the rewards? Do we really listen to each other with open...
Soul Connection
Have you ever felt a connection with someone that seemed like you knew each other for life times? Many people talk about being “soulmates” or “twin flames.” What is that all about - what evidence might there be to refute or support such a premise and is it even...
Theology of Love…
"Love is the truest wisdom" wrote Charles Dickens but why, one might wonder, do we in a spiritual/religious community put such importance on the premise of love? Is love one of the most important experiences that we can share with another being? Rev. Dr. Marjorie...
Unlikely Inspiration: How I Became a UU Sikh – Ilene Gillispie
Ilene will be preaching on the inspiration she found in the Sikh religion and her journey as a Sikh UU. "Six years ago, a chance encounter changed my life and inspired me to travel four times to India, to learn a new language, and to reshape my whole lifestyle. The...
For I Don't Want to Run This Race in Vain – Sam Teitel
"As we approach Martin Luther King Day this year, it is clear that there is still a long way to go in the fight against systemic injustice. In this service we will be talking about building relationships across religious and social boundaries for the purpose of doing...
Music: A Language of Inspiration…
Do you have a musical score that fills your life with tempo and tone? Music can help one in numerous ways to pep up or calm down, heal or feel connected to the transcendent. Rev. Dr. Marjorie Matty and Debra Morris-Bennett, the Director of Music at First Parish will...
Endings and Beginnings
“It's a lot easier to say when something ended rather than when it began. Most of us can recognize the end from a mile away, but the beginning always slips up on us, lulling us into thinking what we're living through is yet another moment, in yet another day.” (Steve...
A Metamorphic Celebration
This Sunday, December 28, join First Parish of Sudbury as we welcome our neighbors from First Parish in Wayland and First Parish in Framingham. It is our tradition to worship together on this Sunday between Christmas and New Year. This year, the service will be in...