by UPB Editor, November 20, 2025
ALL-PARISH MEETING in the Sanctuary and on Zoom Sunday, November 23, immediately following worship (Lunch provided!) Who should attend? The All-Parish meeting is open to EVERYONE – whether you’re a long-time member of United Parish or you’ve just recently started attending worship. This is a chance for our whole congregation to come together and hear about the opportunities and challenges God has in store for us in the coming year. Agenda 1. Elections Vote to fill open seats on the Discernment & Engagement Team, and the Endowment Committee. Contact discernment@upbrookline.org or Amy Norton-Benfield with questions. 2. Impact and Vitality Reports Impact Report -… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 20, 2025
Recently, the United Parish Council approved a proposal from Robert Olsen and Associates (RO+A) to begin exploring potential changes to the building that would improve accessibility, modify the Sanctuary to better meet the needs of the congregation and other users, and improve sound quality as well as accessibility. RO+A comes to us with a great deal of experience in helping congregations make such changes. Indeed, several of our neighboring congregations have worked with the firm. An essential part of this process is for the United Parish congregation to continue to express how you view our existing Sanctuary and what modifications… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 18, 2025
Our Minister of Music Susan DeSelms will be taking a well-deserved sabbatical after Easter and we are looking for a music director/organist to temporarily take her place from April 12-June 28, 2026. If you know of anyone interested in applying, the job description can be found here…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 18, 2025
The Stretching into Justice Ministry Team has formed an ad-hoc committee to address issues of immigration and to respond to the federal administration’s overreaching. We meet about once a month by Zoom. Our next meeting is Monday, December 8 at 7pm. If you would like to participate with us or for further information, please send an email to stretchingintojustice@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 18, 2025
Join us Saturday, December 6 from 3:30-5:30pm for this annual holiday tradition. We will gather in the Parlor and Choir Room for music, cookies, cocoa and crafts for all ages. Then, the party will shift to the front lawn where we will trim a tree and offer warm drinks and caroling to people passing by. Come share in the spirit of this season. If you would like to contribute to the event, please feel free to bring your favorite holiday cookies to share. Please contact the Gathering Team at gathering@upbrookline.org or the Children and Youth Deepening Team at cydeepening@upbrookline.org for more information…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 18, 2025
6:15pm – Children’s Storytime: Kids are invited to wear their Christmas pajamas and sip hot chocolate in the Parlor with Pastor Amy, while grown-ups listen to the Concert Prelude in the Sanctuary. 6:30pm – Concert Prelude: Special musical offering in the Sanctuary before worship begins. 7pm – A Festival of Lessons and Carols: Traditional candlelight service of music and scripture readings in the Sanctuary…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 18, 2025
Join us on Thursdays, December 4, 11 and 18 from 6:15-6:45pm in the Sanctuary for contemplative worship. We invite you to deepen into Advent during the bustle of the holiday season by stepping into the quiet and candlelight for some centering time of prayer, song, and reflection. Contact the Exalting Ministry Team at exalting@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 18, 2025
Join us on Sunday, November 30 in the Parlor for an evening of music, food and fellowship with other parents and their teens. Teens are invited to join Minister of Music Susan DeSelms before the dinner at 6pm in the Parlor for some casual music-making together! At 6:30pm, teens and parents will share a meal, play some games, and make new connections and friendships! This event is just for teens (anyone who will turn 13 during this school year and up) and their parents/caregivers. RSVP to Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 18, 2025
Join us for our annual Advent Wreath Workshop before worship on Sunday, November 30 at 9:45am in the Chapel! All ages are welcome to join us for Advent wreath-making, fellowship, and merriment! For more information, contact the Children and Youth Deepening Team at cydeepening@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 18, 2025
Sunday, November 23 from 4-5pm at All Saints Parish (1773 Beacon St., Brookline). Organized by the Brookline Clergy Association, twelve Brookline-based congregations will participate in a service of readings, music, and prayer to support the Brookline Food Pantry. Goods or money donations for the Brookline Food Pantry are welcome and encouraged…. Read More
