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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The Power of Song: Choices from the Choir

Members of the FPD Choir will talk about some of their favorite hymns before singing them with the congregation. Worship Leader: Susan Lush Worship Associate: Mary Elliff Music Leaders: Dan Loschen Susan is a member of the choir and is currently serving as the Clerk, a member of the Membership Committee, and the unofficial church … Continue reading The Power of Song: Choices from the Choir

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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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Lunch Bunch
28 May
05/28/2019    
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Join the Tuesday lunch bunch for good conversation and fellowship at the table in the First Parish kitchen.  Bring your lunch but don't be surprised [...]
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FPD members invited to march in Dot Day Parade
02 Jun
06/02/2019    
12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Lower Mills
Dorchester People for Peace has invited FPD members to march in the Dorchester Day Parade on Sunday, June 2 - Line up by 12:30pm on [...]
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Summer Worship Leader Training
08 Jun
06/08/2019    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thanks to all those who will be leading summer worship services, including the five members who will be first-time worship leaders! Rev. Tricia will be [...]
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Honoring Rev. Tricia
09 Jun
06/09/2019    
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
In sincere and grateful gratitude of Tricia's ministry at First Parish, please join us on June 9th for a special luncheon and program to mark  [...]
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Finance Committee meeting
11 Jun
06/11/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Youth Group to serve at Rosie's Place
16 Jun
06/16/2019    
2:30 pm - 6:00 pm
On Sunday, June 16th, the youth group will be taking a trip to Rosie's Place to cater a meal. We will be leaving from the [...]
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FPD Board of Trustees meeting
18 Jun
06/18/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meets in the second floor conference room.
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Social Justice Planning Meeting
20 Jun
06/20/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Please join us for a social justice planning meeting in the Memorial Room to pick-up on earlier discussions and to begin to formalize the group [...]
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Fall Gala Planning Kick-Off Meeting
30 Jun
06/30/2019    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join us in the Allen Parlor for a brainstorming session for the Saturday, November 2 FPD Gala fundraiser. Contact Myles at augercrowley@comcast.net or 617-308-5860.
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Events on 05/28/2019
28 May
Lunch Bunch
28 May 19
Events on 06/02/2019
02 Jun
FPD members invited to march in Dot Day Parade
2 Jun 19
Dorchester
Events on 06/08/2019
08 Jun
Summer Worship Leader Training
8 Jun 19
Events on 06/09/2019
09 Jun
Honoring Rev. Tricia
9 Jun 19
Events on 06/11/2019
11 Jun
Finance Committee meeting
11 Jun 19
Events on 06/16/2019
16 Jun
Youth Group to serve at Rosie's Place
16 Jun 19
Events on 06/18/2019
18 Jun
FPD Board of Trustees meeting
18 Jun 19
Events on 06/20/2019
20 Jun
Social Justice Planning Meeting
20 Jun 19
Events on 06/30/2019
30 Jun
Fall Gala Planning Kick-Off Meeting
30 Jun 19

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