by UPB Editor, April 10, 2026
Spring has sprung and it’s time to nominate yourself or others for service on elected teams and positions for the 2026-2027 church year! Nominations can be submitted via this form, and are due by 12:30pm on Sunday, April 19th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org. Read on for a description of the nominations process and elected teams: HOW DOES THE NOMINATION AND ELECTION PROCESS WORK? The Discernment and Engagement Ministry Team presents the official nomination slate, with input from the people of United Parish. The Senior Pastor and members of the… Read More
by UPB Editor, April 10, 2026
Join the Thrifty Threads volunteers and members of the community in showing off affordable, sustainable fashion trends on Saturday, April 25 at 12:30pm in the Sanctuary. Models wanted! No experience needed. Please contact thriftythreads@upbrookline.org. Come strut down the runway, cheer on the models, admire new fashions, and shop local. Stop by and check out this fun, free community event!… Read More
by UPB Editor, April 06, 2026
Spring has arrived, and that means we are officially a quarter of the way through 2026. With spring, we’ve seen a clear uptick in the number of donations. Historically, January and February are our slowest seasons of the year. That being said, this year we are ahead of last year’s pace both in terms of donations out and money raised. Way to go! Our income is just under $50,000 and we have shared 762 bags. This is just over 8000 lbs, or the size of a hippo! We have used this income to supplement our shared inventory with over $4700… Read More
by UPB Editor, April 01, 2026
More info about Raising Faithful Kids This class series was developed by Sarah Bentley Allred (commissioned by Vibrant Faith, as part of their participation in the Lily Foundation’s Thriving Congregations initiative), and has four main goals: To offer parents a loving, supportive space in which to explore practical tools for raising faithful kids. To offer parents additional language and understanding that target the foundations of our life with God, helping them grow more confident and comfortable as they influence their children toward an all-in faith. To offer parents spiritual experiences and a space to process and reflect upon those experiences—then migrate those experiences into their homes…. Read More
by UPB Editor, April 01, 2026
The Growing Grandparents group invites you to join a Zoom gathering on Wednesday, April 8 at 10am. We will have a check-in with one another and continue a discussion on the direction and content of future meetings. Come with your suggestions and ideas. The group welcomes anyone who would like to participate. Find the Zoom link in the weekly newsletter. The group welcomes anyone who would like to participate, no grandchildren required! Contact growinggrandparents@upbrookline.org…. Read More
