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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Book Discussion
01 Jul
07/01/2019    
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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Book Discussion
08 Jul
07/08/2019    
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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Finance Committee Meeting
09 Jul
07/09/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meets in the second floor conference room.
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BBQ and Community Conversation
12 Jul
07/12/2019    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First Parish Dorchester Community Dinner/BBQ Welcomes the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute. An informal BBQ dinner providing the opportunity for conversations among members of our [...]
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Book Discussion
15 Jul
07/15/2019    
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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FPD Board of Trustees meeting
16 Jul
07/16/2019    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meets in the second floor conference room.
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Gala planning
23 Jul
07/23/2019    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Gala planning meeting in the Memorial Board Room
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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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Events on 07/01/2019
01 Jul
Book Discussion
1 Jul 19
Events on 07/08/2019
08 Jul
Book Discussion
8 Jul 19
Events on 07/09/2019
09 Jul
Finance Committee Meeting
9 Jul 19
Events on 07/12/2019
12 Jul
BBQ and Community Conversation
12 Jul 19
Events on 07/15/2019
15 Jul
Book Discussion
15 Jul 19
Events on 07/16/2019
16 Jul
FPD Board of Trustees meeting
16 Jul 19
Events on 07/23/2019
23 Jul
Gala planning
23 Jul 19
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

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