by UPB Editor, November 27, 2024
For the four Sundays of Advent, children in 1st grade and up are invited to join together with adults of all ages in the Parlor at 9:45am for intergenerational church school. We’ll play, pray, and learn together, and each week we’ll add squares to a special congregational Advent quilt that will be displayed at the end of the season (this is a decoupage quilt, so no sewing skills necessary!). The Pre-School and Kindergarten class will continue to meet in Room 200 as usual. For more information, contact Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 25, 2024
Hearts and Hands will be selling cookies and ornaments on Sunday, December 15 to benefit United Parish Missions! Cookies will be sold both individually as well as in bags of 10 count. All proceeds from the sale will be given to the mission organization who has received the least amount of donations through the annual Missions Giving Christmas Market. There will also be a donation box for those who want to contribute to the missions yet don’t want to purchase any items. Please stop by the Hearts and Hands table after the worship service on December 15 and to check… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 22, 2024
We are in need of volunteers to provide cookies for the Heart & Hands bake sale taking place on Dec. 15th during the Missions Fair! All proceeds from the sale will be given to the mission organization who has received the least amount of donations. The ask to our volunteer bakers: Please sign up for which type of cookie you’ll be donating using this 2024 Cookie Volunteer sign up sheet Please bake 2 dozen (24) cookies of your choosing Please divide cookies into two bags of 10 cookies each 4 individually wrapped cookies Please write the type of cookie and… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 22, 2024
Join us on Thursdays from 6:15-6:45pm for contemplative worship. We invite you to deepen into Advent during the bustle of the holiday season by stepping into the quiet and candlelight for some centering time of prayer, song and reflection. December 5 – Parlor December 12 – Chapel December 19 – Comfort Service in the Chapel: This special midweek service is designed to offer a little extra comfort for any who might need it this season: whether you’re navigating grief, struggling with post-election anxiety, facing difficult or painful transitions, coping with scary diagnoses, or just need a space set aside for solace amidst… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 22, 2024
The Growing Grandparents invite you to a Christmas Brunch Potluck on Wednesday, December 11 at 10am in the Parlor. Bring a dish to share, as well as a story about a memorable Christmas. Coffee and juice will be provided. Contact Karina T. (gathering@upbrookline.org) about what brunch dish you will be bringing. You don’t have to be a grandparent to join the fun! Questions about the event? Contact growinggrandparents@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 22, 2024
Join us for Christmas Eve at United Parish! Tuesday, December 24 6:15pm – Children’s Storytime. Kids are invited to wear their Christmas pajamas and sip hot chocolate in the Parlor with Pastor Amy, while grown-ups listen to the Concert Prelude in the Sanctuary. 6:30pm – Concert Prelude. Special musical offering in the Sanctuary before worship begins. 7pm – A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Traditional candlelight service of music and scripture in the Sanctuary. Watch on YouTube…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 19, 2024
Every year, we decorate the Sanctuary for Christmas with poinsettias donated by individuals and families in honor or in memory of a family member or friend. You can click HERE to fill out the online form; email office@upbrookline.org with the following: (1) your name(s), (2) who you are honoring or remembering; or pick up a form found on the welcome tables. Please donate $10 per name; if writing a check, put “poinsettia” on the memo line. Donations and forms can be sent to the Church Office or dropped in the offering plates on Sundays during worship. Deadline for names to… Read More
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
