Unitarian Universalists are united not by belief but by covenant: the sacred promises we make about how we treat one another and our world. Recognizing that conflict is normal and healthy, we embrace right relations not as a set of rules but as a spiritual … read more.
All members and friends of First Parish are notified that the Annual Business Meeting will be held on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at 4:00 pm via Zoom. Registration is required for this meeting. Follow this link to register.
Everyone is invited to participate although only voting members will be able to … read more.
June 5, 2022 via Zoom
All members and friends of First Parish are notified that the Annual Business Meeting will be held on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at 2:00 pm via Zoom. Registration is required for this meeting. Follow this link for registration.
Everyone is invited … read more.
A special congregational meeting will be held on Sunday, November 14 at 12:15 pm for the purpose of authorizing a withdrawal from the Endowment Fund to fund Phase1 of the Mass. Avenue Steeple, Tower and Entrance Project. The official Board notification of this meeting is … read more.
All members and friends of First Parish are notified that the Annual Business Meeting will be held on Sunday, June 13 at 12:15 pm via Zoom. Registration is required for this meeting. Follow this link for registration.
Everyone is invited to participate although only voting … read more.
Last updated 2024-02-20
Board Policy Book Overview
As provided for in Section II. Purpose of the First Parish in Cambridge bylaws, Governing Board policy is guided by our shared mission statement and the eight Unitarian Universalist principles — these provide the grounding for our staff and congregation … read more.
Calm
Calm is a breath.
It is stillness to hear…
no…feel a heartbeat.
It is the patience to
listen to the too long story
without anticipation of its end,
always asking if there is more.
Calm waits free of frustration in the cold
and applies no guilt or shame
when you are late.
Calm wants … read more.
Soul Matters Theme for March
Renewing Faith
“…As you float now, where I held you
and let go, remember when fear
cramps your heart what I told you:
lie gently and wide to the light-year
stars, lie back, and the sea will hold you.”
—- Philip Booth
First … read more.
During these trying times it seems there may be an interest in or even a yearning for prayer. Our Prayer Chest is an offering of weekly prayer and spiritual resources. Your ideas and contributions are welcome!
Unitarian Universalists are guided by our Seven Principles and Six Sources that are the backbone of our religious communities.
Seven Principles
The inherent worth and dignity of every person;Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;A free … read more.
