Topic: Anti-Racism

“Weaving Indigenous History and Practice”– Thomas “Spirit Tree” Green

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“Weaving Indigenous History and Practice” – Thomas “Spirit Tree” Green

Thomas Green, a descendent of the Neponsett band of Massachusett and a steward of Massachusetts indigenous history, will offer a live oration focused on pre-colonial and colonial interactions with the indigenous Massachusett, their relationship to the land, … read more.

Needed Right Now! A Taste of Sweet Honey in the Rock

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Today’s message is a personal testament to the a cappella, African American women’s ensemble, Sweet Honey in the Rock… and, particularly, to the group’s seminal freedom fighters, influencers, and shepherds, Drs. Bernice Johnson Reagon and Ysaye Maria Barnwell. For over thirty years, Sweet Honey’s … read more.

I’m On My Way! Black Mothers and the Great Migration

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Adrienne will reflect on what she continues to learn about her own mother’s difficult journey out of the South in the 1940’s and 50’s. Determination, grit, faith, music, and the support of other migrants helped stay the course. Happy Mother’s Day!

Speaker Bio:

For over 40 years, Adrienne … read more.

Collective Liberation and Transformation through Cross-Cultural Encounters

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Collective Liberation and Transformation through Cross-Cultural Encounters

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Rev. Dr. Michelle Walsh, LICSW, is a Unitarian Universalist community minister who shares a private justice consulting and spiritual coaching practice with her husband, Rev. Dr. Clyde Grubbs, known as Tuckerman Creative Ministries for Justice & Healing. … read more.

ONLINE: Building a New Way

NOTE: Due to the current health safety protocols, this service will be conducted online using Zoom, not meeting in person. We recommend people connect around 10:15 to work out any connection issues and say hello before the service starts.

Join Zoom Meeting (online – computer, tablet, … read more.

ONLINE: Common Read Discussion Pt. 2

During the summer, First Parish is not holding formal services. On Sundays throughout the summer, we have various events (like discussions) or “check in and chat” times on Sundays at 10:30. All members of our community near and far are invited.

This Sunday we will have … read more.

ONLINE: Common Read Discussion Pt. 1

During the summer, First Parish is not holding formal services. On Sundays throughout the summer, we have various events (like discussions) or “check in and chat” times on Sundays at 10:30. All members of our community near and far are invited.

This Sunday we will have … read more.

ONLINE, NOT IN-PERSON: Creating Justice

NOTE: Due to the current need for physical distancing, this service will be conducted online using Zoom, not meeting in person. We recommend people connect around 10:15 to work out any connection issues and say hello before the service starts.

Join Zoom Meeting (online – computer, … read more.

Discovering America Again

This morning, the Rev. Dr. Clyde Grubbs, local Unitarian Universalist minister, will deliver a sermon titled “Discovering America Again,” which explores the present-day impacts of the discovery of America. The Rev. Dr. Grubbs honors his Native American Heritage (Texas Cherokee) which informs his spiritual understanding … read more.