by UPB Editor, October 16, 2026
We hear about self-care; we understand that it is beneficial to our physical and mental health. We also practice self-care activities on a daily basis. Often though, we think they take a lot of time or are expensive. So, here are a few things to do each day that take only a few minutes. Write in a journal about your thoughts and feelings. Write a list of things you did that day of which you were proud. Write a list of affirmations on what you like about yourself. Do a puzzle: jigsaw, sudoku etc. Call a friend. Go on a… Read More
by UPB Editor, October 16, 2026
Work continues on the Sanctuary Improvements projects. While you may not “see” many changes, the work on various projects is happening. The Sanctuary Improvements Committee is breaking down the larger proposed RO+A project into pieces and then taking smaller steps on the most immediate concerns of the Congregation. Top of the list for the Congregation is improving accessibility. We are a welcoming community, but our building is not welcoming to all. The first step towards improving access is to hire a consultant to complete an “accessibility study.” This study will include prices estimates. Once completed, we can set priorities as… Read More
by UPB Editor, October 16, 2026
On Sunday, November 1, we will commemorate All Saints Day. We welcome receiving the names of saints in your lives (loved ones, family, friends, mentors who have passed away) to print in the bulletin and read aloud in worship. Please fill out the forms found in the pews and place them in the offering plates, or click here to submit names online. Please submit your names by Wednesday, October 28. Contact the Church Office at office@upbrookline.org or 617-277-6860 for more information…. Read More
by UPB Editor, October 08, 2026
Hearts and Hands will be hosting our annual Fall Workday on Sunday, November 8th from 12:30 – 2:00 PM in the Choir Room. After a light lunch, our focus will be filling baby bags, sewing labels on prayer shawls and organizing various papers. You’re invited to come for some or all of this activity; no experience necessary. While an RSVP is appreciated, it is not a necessity: heartsandhands@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, September 29, 2026
We want to hear more about what our congregation wants and needs for Adult Deepening (spiritual growth) at United Parish. To fill out the survey, please click here. Please take a few minutes to let us know your thoughts. The first two questions are for people who participated in the Lenten prayer support groups in 2026 (or previous years). The remaining questions are for EVERYONE. Thank you for participating. Questions? Please see Anne C., Holly V., Amy Norton-Benfield, or Kent French…. Read More
by UPB Editor, September 28, 2026
You are invited to enjoy the autumn scenery with the UPSeniors (formerly Growing Grandparents) in a walk around Jamaica Pond on Wednesday, October 21, at 10am. We’ll follow the walk with lunch together at a nearby eatery. More details to follow, but save the date! Contact upseniors@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, September 28, 2026
Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to join our weekly youth group for pizza, friendship, games, service projects, and more in Room 204. Youth Group meets every Sunday evening at 7pm, except on holiday weekends. Contact Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org with questions or for more information. … Read More
by UPB Editor, September 28, 2026
Families with kids of all ages are invited to United Parish’s Pumpkin Party on Saturday, October 24 from 9:30am-11am on the Front Lawn (rain location: Willett Hall). There will be pumpkin carving and decorating, games, face painting, and more! Contact Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, September 28, 2026
Our annual pumpkin party for families will be Saturday, October 24 from 9:30am-11am on the Front Lawn (rain location: Willett Hall). Volunteers are needed for many roles including greeting people, helping with carving and decorating pumpkins, face painting, games, raffles and more! Please see the sign-up sheet during Coffee Hour. Contact Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, September 28, 2026
We’ve relocated our stock of sensory items from the Prayground to a cabinet at the back of the Sanctuary, so that people of all ages have better access to them (and so it’s not quite as much of a toy-free-for-all in the Prayground space). All ages are welcome to borrow an item to help you worship and return it at the end of the service; we’ve got noise-canceling headphones, worry stones, weighted lap blankets, strings of prayer beads, marble mazes, coloring pages…”and a whole lot more!”… Read More
