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
Join us in Community to learn more about the history of churches in our beloved Neighborhood. Worship Leader: Robert SeveryWorship Associate: Patty HartMusic Leaders: Dr. Ana Sorina Popa & 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 of respect, … Continue reading A History of Dorchester Churches
In life we sometimes get second chances, but oftentimes we don’t. The times when we don’t get second chances to do the right thing can be problematic. What can we do to ensure that we do the right thing when the opportunity first arrives? “We welcome you, whoever you are, whatever tradition, gender, race, class, … Continue reading Second Chances
Having served as chaplain at ‘Mass and Cass’, an area in downtown Boston known until recently for its encampments and open-air drug market, Rev. Jud Wolfskill recalls a woman he encountered there. This Sunday, we will explore questions such as: What do we do when we encounter someone with no agency? Do Unitarian Universalists have … Continue reading The Woman who Kept Collapsing in Slow Motion
