Past Services

Sunday, April 23rd, 2023

"Earth a Sacred Place"

On this Earth Day, April 23, we are reminded of how our lives are dependent upon, enriched, and nourished by the very ground we walk on and the air we breathe. This service will be a deep reflection on this sacred place we call home. The core of the service will be the FPC choir’s performance of Paul Winters’ Missa Gaia, which celebrates the whole earth by integrating world music with animal and bird songs from the wild. The choir will be joined by FPC’s Jazz Band. Readings and prayers from a variety of traditions will help deepen our commitment to Gaia’s preservation.

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Sunday, April 16th, 2023

"Chaos and Order"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

Dahlia Lithwick once wrote in Slate Magazine of "Muppet Theory, a little-known, poorly understood philosophy that holds that every living human can be classified according to one simple metric: Every one of us is either a Chaos Muppet or an Order Muppet.” In this service, your minister, who is clearly an Order Muppet, will talk about the beauty and grace that Chaos can bring, particularly when we’re fixated on perfectionism.

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Sunday, April 9th, 2023

"The Velveteen Rabbit: Being Real (Easter Service)"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

In Margery Williams’ The Velveteen Rabbit, the Skin Horse says, "Real isn't how you are made…It's a thing that happens to you. When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real." We’ll celebrate the ways we become real in the spirit of Easter this year. And, as is the tradition at FPC, we’ll close our service with a group singing of the “Hallelujah Chorus” and have an egg hunt for the children following the service!

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Thursday, April 6th, 2023

"Maundy Thursday Vespers"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum and Lisa Fagerstom

Join Lisa Fagerstrom in our sanctuary and Rev. Cindy joining from online (as she’s in a conference in Rhode Island) as we break bread together and celebrate the Last Supper of Jesus and his companions in our annual Maundy Thursday vespers.

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Sunday, April 2nd, 2023

"Resistance"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

Our theme for the month of April is “Resistance” and as March 31st is Transgender Day of Visibility, we’ll begin by sharing our resistance to the anti-trans legislations sweeping the country. We’ll have trans ribbons available to put on your nametag at the service and in coffee hour, thanks to one of our members!

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Sunday, March 26th, 2023

"Women, Witches, and Beer (Oh My!)"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

This is the second of Rev. Cindy’s “auction sermon” topics for this year, and it’s a great one!  This service will explore the power that stories have over us to change and shape what is perceived as true, and by example dive into the case of beer, where women dominated beer-making until they were accused as witches for doing so. Let’s raise a glass to Women’s History Month!

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services. If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Thursday, March 23rd, 2023

"Vespers: Refresh, Renew, Revitalize"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

Our vespers series this year will be a spiritual service focused on how we refresh, rejuvenate, build community, and draw spiritual support for the work of justice. As March is Women’s History month, we’ll draw special connections honoring women and nonbinary voices, and how important that is as we continue to engage in the work towards equity for all. Come join us for a peaceful service between our peace vigil and choir rehearsal times on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Masks are required in the Community Room, with the exception of being optional for speakers.

Sunday, March 19th, 2023

"Heart and Art"

Intergenerational Service

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

Join us for an intergenerational, artistic, and interactive service celebrating art and artists! We invite you to bring a piece of art you’ve created for an “art parade.” And if you haven’t seen our art gallery this weekend, it’ll be open during “coffee hour” after the service in Fellowship Hall! 

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services.  If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

Sunday, March 12th, 2023

"Memorial Service for Rick Sherman"

A memorial service for RIchard (Rick) Paul Sherman.  Obituary available at https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/bostonglobe/name/richard-sherman-obituary?id=39706536

Masks suggested in the sanctuary.  

Join Service by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

Sunday, March 12th, 2023

"Love Languages, Redux"

 Rev. Megan Lynes, guest minister

Whether in personal relationships or congregational life we are in a constant dynamic dance of communication. So often we hold back important parts of ourselves to feel safe. At other times we initiate the dance, but step on toes. What relationships in your life need tweaking? What would that look like? Together we’ll heighten our awareness of our own roles and expectations within personal relationships and in community life.

Rev. Megan Lynes grew up UU in the Boston area, and was ordained in 2008 by the congregation of Canton MA, where she did her student ministry. Megan’s ministry has included serving as a chaplain at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, nine years as the Parish Minister of the First Parish in Bedford, MA, and two years as the Minister of Faith Formation at the First Church in Sterling, MA. She took a break during the pandemic to stay home with her 3-year-old son full time, and is now serving another contract year with the First Parish in Bedford. Megan is a single mom by choice and lives in Stow with her best friend, her son Jesse, two cats, and six chickens.

Masks are required in the sanctuary, with the exception of being optional for speakers, soloists, and in the balcony.

Join Worship by Video: https://tinyurl.com/22-23fpc
Meeting ID: 999 7077 0266
Passcode: 01775
Join worship by phone: (929)205-6099 (long distance rates will apply)

FPC now has a closed captioning option in online services.  If the Closed Captioning option is not turned on, you can use the button at the bottom of your screen to request that the host turn it on.

Order of Service & Announcements: CLICK HERE

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