Past Services

Sunday, February 26th, 2023

"From Literature to Film: White Saviorism"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

Rev. Cindy is once again challenged by a great “auction sermon” topic! This year, one of two auction sermons is on decolonization, and how “white saviorism” is demonstrated in literature and film from early films all the way through to The Help and Avatar. We’ll look at popular entertainment, but then all the way into our stories within our own faith. How does knowing this change how we work towards decolonization?

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, February 23rd, 2023

"Black History Month Vespers: Refresh, Renew, Revitalize"

ONLINE only due to weather

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

Our vespers series this year will be a spiritual service focused around how we refresh, rejuvenate, build community, and draw spiritual support for the work of justice. This month we will focus on racial justice and how we continue to engage in the work towards racial equity.  Come join us for a peaceful service between our peace vigil and choir rehearsal times on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Order of Service available -- click here

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: 

Sunday, February 19th, 2023

"Stardust to Life"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

This is an intergenerational Darwin Day service about Darwin, space, evolution, humanity and animals, created together by our minister Rev. Cynthia Landrum and Cherilyn Reno, the Director of Religious Education for the UU Society of Grafton and Upton, a friend of Rev. Cindy’s since high school!  Interactive and story-based, this service will celebrate with spirit and fun!  Bring your stuffed animals, and wear animal ears or animal outfits if you desire!

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, February 12th, 2023

"Why Are You You?"

Lindsay LaPointe

A religious youth-empowerment program reveals how teen empowerment is nothing to mess with. When we find a sense of belonging at the most tender times in our lives, we thrive as adults. Join FPC member Lindsay LaPointe as she offers an inside look at the process and themes that have emerged during her creation of the documentary Why Are You You?

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, February 5th, 2023

"A Theology of Love"

ZOOM ONLY TODAY - The Church is closed due to a water pipe break

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

“God is Love” is something written on many altars and church walls across the nation, particularly Universalist ones.  We know what it is to be a church built on a theology that is theistic.  What does it mean to be a church built on a theology of love?  This service will look back into Universalism and forward into the future in answering this question.  

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, January 29th, 2023

"Principles and Values"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

The UU Principles are actually part of the UUA bylaws, and periodically we review them.  Changes to them are being proposed for this year’s General Assembly.  We’ll take a look at the principles’ history and the current proposals in this 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 and Announcements: CLICK HERE

Thursday, January 26th, 2023

"Vespers: Refresh, Renew, Reconnect"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

Our vespers series this year is designed to be a spiritual evening where we refresh and rejuventate for the work of social justice in our community and the world.  Join us in the Community Room between our peace vigil and choir rehearsal!

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

 

Sunday, January 22nd, 2023

"50 Years Later: Reproductive Freedom"

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

This day marks the 50th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision. With Roe v. Wade now overturned, we’ll look at the history of Roe v. Wade, the current reality of reproductive freedom, and how our UU theologies and values inform us on this issue.

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 and Announcements: CLICK HERE

Sunday, January 15th, 2023

"Conscience and Courage"

(Martin Luther King, Jr. Sunday)

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

This service will draw inspiration from the words of Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate MLK, Jr. weekend. See our announcements for information on the clothing drive we’ll be holding for CityReach this Sunday.  

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 and Announcements: CLICK HERE

Sunday, January 8th, 2023

"Centering"

An Intergenerational Service for K-8

Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum 

Join us for a service about finding our center through spiritual practice. 

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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