United Parish Reads “How We Learn to be Brave” by Bishop Mariann Budde March 24th – April 28th Join others in our community in reading this inspirational book about decisive moments in life and faith. Sign up here. Discussion groups will follow the reading as we explore how the book relates to each of us in this time in our nation’s history. Contact stretchingintojustice@upbrookline.org…. Read More
Our teens are launching a clothing drive for CityReach this week, and will be collecting clothing and toiletries up until our CityReach overnight on April 11th! Donations can be dropped off outside Pastor Amy’s office. Please take a look through your closets for items to bring: USED CLOTHING, including: Warm coats in Winter Nylon jackets, ponchos, and raincoats for the Spring & Fall 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… Read More
We are proud to introduce to you United Parish’s member portal called Realm. Our online church photo directory is called Realm and it is THE way to stay connected. We want you to participate so that you can connect with your United Parish friends, and they can connect with you! It’s essential for everyone to get on board so we can continue to be cohesive and connected as a community. Now more than ever, it’s important to know your neighbors and support each other as a community during this time. What: It’s an online church photo directory and database. It’s… Read More
There are many options for summer camps for kids, adults, and families from all our denominations including: Horton Center, UCC, Gorham, NH Silver Lake, UCC, Sharon, CT Pilgrim Lodge, UCC, West Gardiner, ME Grotonwood, American Baptist, Groton, MA Oceanwood, American Baptist, Ocean Park, ME Aldersgate, United Methodist, North Scituate, RI Camp Mechuwana, United Methodist, Winthrop, ME Wanakee, United Methodist, Meredith, NH… Read More
United Parish Emergency Fund The United Parish Emergency Fund exists to help members and friends of our United Parish community who are in need of short-term financial assistance. We invite any in our United Parish community who need help with rent, food, or any other pressing financial burden to please contact Pastor Kent (kent@upbrookline.org) or Pastor Amy (amy@upbrookline.org) who will bring the request to the United Parish Emergency Fund team. All requests and gifts will be held in the strictest confidence. All assistance is a gift joyously given; it is not taking away from other existing church monies and does… Read More
Each year, we decorate the altar with flowers donated by individuals and families honoring or remembering a family member or friend. If you would like to contribute toward the flowers and have the names of your loved ones printed in the bulletin on Easter Sunday, please click HERE to complete the form online, email office@upbrookline.org, or fill out a pink form found in the pews and on the welcome tables. Please donate $10 per name; if writing a check, put “Easter flowers” on the memo line. Deadline is Sunday, April 13 (Palm Sunday)… Read More
Lent is a season where we are encouraged to take a fresh look at where we are in our spiritual journeys and ask some tough questions: what do I need to change, what should I give up, where do I need to set a new direction? Over the years, I’ve often found it helpful to seek out advice in tackling these questions and to consider new ways of thinking. Very often, it’s been books that have provided these insights and encouragement. Books on: Bible Study and Listening for God; Prayer, Devotion, & Spiritual Practices; Encountering the Divine; as well as… Read More
Saturday, April 19 from 9-11am in United Parish’s Memorial Park (the playground behind the parking lot at 210 Harvard Street). All are welcome! Egg hunts for younger children. Games and crafts for all ages. Coffee and fellowship for parents and guardians. Contact nursery@upbrookline.org. … Read More