by UPB Editor, February 05, 2026
“Fat Sunday” Mardi Gras-themed Pancake Coffee Hour Sunday, February 15 12pm in the Parlor Ash Wednesday Wednesday, February 18 7pm Worship in the Sanctuary and on YouTube Learn more Lenten Dinner Church Music and worship over a shared sacred meal. Thursdays, February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26 6:00-6:45pm in the Parlor Learn more Palm Sunday Sunday, March 29 11am Worship in the Sanctuary and on YouTube 12pm Hot Cross Buns at Coffee Hour Maundy Thursday Thursday, March 2 7pm Worship and Communion in the Sanctuary and on YouTube Good Friday Friday, April 3 7pm Tenebrae Worship… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 05, 2026
Are you looking for a way to ground yourself spiritually in fellowship with other United Parish members? Would you like to try a new spiritual experiment at United Parish? During Lent (February 18-April 2), we will launch prayer groups: weekly gatherings of four or more members to help strengthen our faith, our connection to God and to one another. We will have a required introductory session offered with two time options: Sunday, February 15 in person after church Tuesday, February 17 at 7 pm by Zoom If you are interested, please complete THIS FORM by Ash Wednesday, February 18. If… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 04, 2026
Join this class series to learn more about our history, values, and governance, explore what it means to become a member at United Parish, and get a tour of our maze-like building! Sunday, February 22, 12:30pm: Building tour (meet in the Marion lobby) Sunday, March 1, 12:30pm in the Parlor : “Learning” class – learn about us! RSVP HERE Sunday, March 15, 12:30pm in the Church Office: “Sharing” class – help us learn about you! RSVP HERE Questions? Contact Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, February 04, 2026
Parents with young children are invited to gather on Saturday, February 14 from 9:30-11am in the Parlor to connect with one another over coffee and bagels and make valentines, paper chains, and other fun crafts with your children. RSVP to Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, February 02, 2026
Join us for the next evening of the Jazz Sanctuary series with saxophonist, composer, and educator Gregory Groover Jr., one of the most compelling emerging voices in contemporary jazz today. New York-born and Boston-bred, Groover brings his deeply expressive, song-centered approach to United Parish in Brookline for an intimate duo performance on Saturday, February 21 at 7pm in United Parish’s Sanctuary. Praised by saxophonist Walter Smith III as a “thematic musician” who leads with heart, energy, and direction, Groover’s artistry seamlessly bridges tradition and innovation. Rooted in the lineage of jazz while boldly pushing its boundaries, his music is rich… Read More
by UPB Editor, January 30, 2026
Please join us for a Mardi Gras-themed pancake Coffee hour on Sunday, February 15 after worship (around 12pm) in the Parlor! Come kick off your Lenten season with fun, fellowship, and a delicious pancake brunch…. Read More
by UPB Editor, January 30, 2026
Join us for worship on Wednesday, February 18 at 7pm in the Sanctuary and on YouTube as we celebrate this ancient ritual to help us remember that each of us is made of finite material, inspired and animated by the breath of God…. Read More
by UPB Editor, January 30, 2026
All are welcome to Dinner Church: a contemplative, candlelit service over a shared meal on Thursdays during Lent (February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26) from 6:00-6:45pm in the Parlor. Doors open at 5:45pm. We’ll enjoy soup, salad, bread, music, prayer, and fellowship. Interested in volunteering or bringing food to share? Click here to sign up. For more information, contact Matisse Peppet at seminarian@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, January 28, 2026
As our teens prepare for their CityReach weekend of learning and service with ministry partner, common cathedral, they are hosting a clothing drive to collect items such as: Warm coats Nylon jackets, ponchos, and raincoats for the Spring Sweatshirts and sweatpants (especially hooded sweatshirts) Sweaters T-shirts Long-sleeve shirts Jeans, khakis and other casual pants Waterproof boots, comfortable shoes, and sneakers Hats, waterproof gloves, scarves Belts Backpacks, tote bags, fanny packs, small suitcases with wheels Travel-size toiletries such as soap, shampoo, deodorant, lotion, chapstick, toothpaste, and shaving cream in small sizes. Toothbrushes, disposable razors, and tampons. We cannot share aftershave or… Read More
by UPB Editor, January 28, 2026
You are invited to join the next Growing Grandparents meeting on Wednesday, February 11 at 10am. There will be a sharing time, when folks can, at their choice, share their own experiences that illustrate problems or injustices which exist in the world or their own communities. This sharing will be modeled on the process GBIO (Greater Boston Interfaith Organization) uses to gather stories for planning its next campaign. Individual contributions will be kept within the group’s context only, however. The meeting will be held on Zoom (find the Zoom link in the weekly email newsletter), and is open to anyone… Read More
