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            [post_content] => As we enter our new fiscal year, we have been faced with the very sad reality that funds for feeding those in need have been decreased by millions of dollars.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) was recently ordered to significantly reduce funding The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). Massachusetts food banks alone are facing a cancellation of $3.5 million worth of anticipated food items. This translates to a potential 30% drop in free and reduced price foods from The Greater Boston Food Bank who is our primary supplier. In early March, the state also lost $12 million previously expected for the purchase of local food from over 500 farms in the state. Much of this food was to be used in school programs to feed our children.

We will be spending this year raising money to offset these cuts so that we can continue our programming.

We appreciate the support from our community during this time of uncertainty. If you feel compelled, you may donate at brooklinefoodpantry.networkforgood.com or read more at brooklinefoodpantry.org.

You can find the most recent legislation news and the impact it has on Massachusetts food assistance programs at projectbread.org.

Thank you!
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The Chancel Choir is a capable and dynamic group of enthusiastic singers that rehearses on Thursday evenings, and leads music in worship upstairs in the sanctuary from September through June. They sing music in a variety of styles, from Baroque to gospel, and perform larger works with instrumentalists 2-3 times a year. Singers develop vocal technique and musicianship with the help of professional section leaders, expand their musical repertoire, and cultivate friendships in a warm and inviting community of singers while serving the worship needs of the church. They welcome adults and teens who can carry a tune and have some choral singing experience. (Inexperienced singers start with one on one training sessions on an as needed basis.) Please reach out to Minister of Music Susan DeSelms at susan@upbrookline.orgto learn more about how to join the Chancel Choir. We welcome new members throughout the year.
 	
The Children's Choir (grades 1-7) rehearses most Sundays from September through June during the school year at 9am in the Choir Room. Directed by Susan DeSelms, the children receive musical and vocal training, learn new music, and regularly sing in worship for the congregation. They are a vibrant, welcoming, and delightfully musical group of children who are always ready to sing. While the age range is broad, it allows younger children to develop confidence and musical ability with the help and leadership of their older, more experienced peers. Parents should reach out to susan@upbrookline.org for more information.
 	
United Parish Ringers, our handbell choir directed by Tricia Kopko, welcomes experienced and novice adults and teens, and rehearses Monday evenings from 7:30-9pm starting in September. They play 6-7 times a year, with 3-4 rehearsals leading up to each performance in worship. Repertoire is planned and adapted for the number of ringers signed up for each rehearsal/performance block. For more information, contact Tricia Kopko at bellchoir@upbrookline.org.

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            [post_content] => It's time for the return of a favorite United Parish tradition - Picnics/Dinners for 8! These meals are a chance for us to gather and deepen our connections to one another in small groups of around 8 people. The meals are scheduled for Friday, August 15, Saturday August 16, and Sunday August 17. If you can serve as a HOST for a Dinner for 8, please sign up HERE. Please sign up no later than July 25. If you have any questions, please contact Kate H. or send an email to gathering@upbrookline.org.


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