by UPB Editor, November 15, 2024
GREATER BOSTON INTERFAITH ORGANIZATION United Parish is proud to be a member of the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization. Through GBIO, we gather with thousands of other like-minded people of faith across our region, committed to seeking justice together. This year we wrapped up our Housing Justice Campaign, which led to a substantial increase in funding for the states struggling public housing system. These funds will help improve the dilapidated housing stock for thousands of our friends and neighbors who reside in public housing. With the conclusion of the campaign, GBIO is now entering a time of listening and discerning what… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 15, 2024
Join us for our annual Advent Wreath Workshop after worship on Sunday, November 24 (around 12:15pm) in the Chapel! All ages are welcome to join us for Advent wreath-making, fellowship, and merriment! For more information, contact the Children and Youth Deepening Team at cydeepening@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 15, 2024
On Saturday, December 7 from 3-5pm, we will gather in the Parlor and Choir Room for music, cookies, cocoa and crafts for all ages. Then, the party will shift to the front lawn where we will trim a tree and offer warm drinks and caroling to people passing by. Come share in the spirit of this season. If you would like to contribute to the event, please feel free to bring your favorite holiday cookies to share. Please contact the Gathering Team at gathering@upbrookline.org or the Children and Youth Deepening Team at cydeepening@upbrookline.org for more information…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 05, 2024
Parents of Young Children Fall Gathering When: Saturday, Nov. 16th, 3pm – 4:30pm Where: @ United Parish, Parlor (Parents), Nursery (Kids) What else: Fall-themed treats and CHILDCARE PROVIDED !!! If you are a parent of young children, you are invited to a time of connecting, building community, and spiritual nourishment. We’ll take some time to fill our cups (with hot cider and friendship.) Please Register here so Anna can plan for food and childcare. Treats and childcare provided. Feel free to bring snacks to share if you would like to. Contact Anna at seminarian@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 04, 2024
“People, look east. The time is near of the crowning of the year. Make your house fair as you are able, Trim the hearth and set the table. People, look east and sing today: Love, the guest, is on the way.” Every Advent as the days grow shorter and colder, we prepare ourselves for the new beginning that comes each year at Christmas, when we celebrate the birth of Christ. One of the ways we traditionally prepare is to make our indoor spaces more beautiful with evergreen garlands, wreaths, poinsettias, candles, and light. Can you help us prepare the United Parish sanctuary for the Season… Read More