Welcome to First Parish Church Dorchester!

First Parish Church in Dorchester is a caring community and Unitarian Universalist Congregation. We seek to make a place for all ages to experience and celebrate community, to teach and learn from each other through lay-led services, and to actively work for a more just and equitable future. Whoever you are, no matter where you come from, know that you are welcome here. We’re gathering in person at the Meetinghouse and also by Zoom every Sunday at 11am (10am in July/August).  Click here to learn more!  
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Empathy + Outreach = Our Best Chance to Recover

Mary Maruska–a member of FPD–will be taking on the role of worship associate this week as, she supports her beautiful daughter Julia Pucciarelli on her journey in healing.  Julia will be our speaker and will share insights on her unique journey and what we can do (as a community) to support those who are on … Continue reading Empathy + Outreach = Our Best Chance to Recover

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Who We Are

Who We Are

First Parish Dorchester is a spiritual home for all those who seek theological and cultural diversity, fellowship, justice and service. We are Unitarian Universalist and Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Humanist, Jewish, Muslim, Pagan, atheist and agnostic, believers in God, and more. We welcome you: your whole self, with all your truths and your doubts, your worries and your hopes. Join us on this extraordinary adventure of faith. Click to learn more!

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Children and Families

Children and Families

First Parish Dorchester offers a volunteer-led Faith Formation Program for children and youth. Our Sunday School connects with Unitarian Universalist themes and church services, creating a cohesive spiritual experience. We use Soul Matters from September through June for inspiration. Childcare is available for ages 0-4, while children in grades K-5 join Sunday School after the Time For All Ages.

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Join Us Sundays at 11AM

Join Us Sundays at 11AM

We are a lay-led congregation, meaning services and spiritual leadership are provided by community members rather than a designated minister. This reflects our commitment to shared ministry, where all members participate in roles such as worship leading, pastoral care, social justice work, and other community activities.

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Calendar

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Book Discussion
29 Jul
07/29/2019    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
We'll be reading How to be Less Stupid about Race by Crystal Fleming every Sunday in July, 11:30-12:30 (during coffee hour).
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Social Justice Committee meeting
04 Aug
08/04/2019    
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Meeting in the Allen Parlor.
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Fellowship BBQ
09 Aug
08/09/2019    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for BBQ and potluck. Our own "1630 Band" will play!
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Finance Committee Meeting
13 Aug
08/13/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meets in the second floor conference room.
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Gala planning
15 Aug
08/15/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Gala planning meeting in the Memorial Board Room
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FPD Board of Trustees meeting
20 Aug
08/20/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meets in the second floor conference room.
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Events on 07/29/2019
29 Jul
Book Discussion
29 Jul 19
Events on 08/04/2019
04 Aug
Social Justice Committee meeting
4 Aug 19
Events on 08/09/2019
09 Aug
Fellowship BBQ
9 Aug 19
Events on 08/13/2019
13 Aug
Finance Committee Meeting
13 Aug 19
Events on 08/15/2019
15 Aug
Gala planning
15 Aug 19
Events on 08/20/2019
20 Aug
FPD Board of Trustees meeting
20 Aug 19

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