Join us for a special message given by Anthony Marshall of the Mather School, one of our key community partners. As we prepare to celebrate the school’s 385th birthday, Anthony will share reflections that connect our shared history and the importance of community. You won’t want to miss this meaningful service! Worship Leader: Anthony MarshallWorship Associate: Michelle … Continue reading Sunday With the Mather School
A recent quote I encountered has engaged me in a reflection on what really makes a difference in the creation of history. What of this moment affects all the “what was” and sets the stage for what will be? What does this mean for us as Unitarian Universalists? Worship Leader: Rev. Tracy Johnson Worship Associate: … Continue reading History in the Making
Is there Hope and Love in every season? Even when each season proposes a different challenge. Worship Leader: Julia Thompson-Martinez Worship Associate: Katherine OyieMusic Leaders: Dan Loschen & The FPD Choir “We welcome you, whoever you are, whatever tradition, gender, race, class, sexual identity, ability, or age you represent. May you grow in the ways … Continue reading Hope and Love
We’ll explore the concept of faith — what does it mean for a Unitarian Universalist to have faith? Faith in what? What does it mean to talk about Unitarian Universalism as a faith? Worship Leader: Rev. Jane ThickstunWorship Associate: Michelle OyieMusic Leaders: Dan Loschen & the FPD Choir “We welcome you, whoever you are, whatever tradition, gender, race, … Continue reading Unitarian Universalist Faith
FPD has been a host site for Fair Foods for over 10 years. Ardis Vaughan will speak about the importance of food rescue for our neighbors and as a way of service to live our UU principles. Worship Leader: Ardis VaughanWorship Associate: Michelle OyieMusic Leaders: Dan Loschen & the FPD Choir “We welcome you, whoever you are, whatever … Continue reading Food is My Ministry
On Sunday, we’ll explore some of the songs that helped inspire generations to fight for their rights! Featuring guest musicians Liz Metrakas and Jamie Duffy. Worship Leader: Tom CunninghamWorship Associate: Mary ElliffMusic Leaders: Dan Loschen & the FPD Choir “We welcome you, whoever you are, whatever tradition, gender, race, class, sexual identity, ability, or age you represent. May … Continue reading The Labor Movement Through Song
You Gotta Do When the Spirit Says Do takes a deep dive into the life of Dr. Reverend Pauli Murray, a complex figure who uncovered the key legal strategy to secure basic rights for various groups of citizens. The service will explore the challenges that defined Murray’s life and the significant impact of Murray’s work, … Continue reading You Gotta Do When the Spirit Says Do
“Over high school teachers’ careers, many connections are made. High school students naturally want to know who they are, their values, tastes, alliances, directions in life. Sometimes, parents need additional adults to help guide their children. Often teachers are the ones students rely on to verify or question their choices.” Worship Leader: Mary ElliffWorship Associate: Susan LushMusic … Continue reading 1500 Children
“Growing up in small town Louisiana in the 1970s and 1980s, I had a front row seat to white supremacist culture. I will share my thoughts and reflections on white supremacy, racism and what those of good will can do about it.” Worship Leader: Jennifer JohnsonWorship Associate: Michelle OyieMusic Leaders: Dr. Ana Sorina Popa & the FPD Choir … Continue reading Reflections on White Supremacy
A sermon originally delivered by Reverend Victor Howard Carpenter at the First Parish Church in Dorchester delivered on February 8, 2015. Adapted and re-delivered in 2024. Worship Leader: Cathe Carpenter + Tyler CarpenterWorship Associate: Michelle OyieMusic Leaders: Dan Loschen & the FPD Choir “We welcome you, whoever you are, whatever tradition, gender, race, class, sexual identity, ability, or … Continue reading Parish Ministry
