by UPB Editor, November 06, 2026
UPB is committed to making our church welcoming to ALL. As a first step, we have invited qualified firms to complete an accessibility audit. After the audit, the congregation will be invited to provide input on which projects we should move on first. Want to learn more? Read the Accessibility RFP here. This is great progress! But we need some volunteers to review the bids and select a firm. Can you join us for a few meetings, every other Tuesday beginning November 10 at 7pm on Zoom? Come and help make the UPB dream of accessibility a reality! Questions? Contact… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 06, 2026
Join 20s/30s for our annual Friendsgiving celebration on Sunday, November 22 at 6pm in the Parlor! Bring a side dish to share and your favorite board game. Click here to sign up. 20/30 Vision is a group for adults in their twenties and thirties who come together to deepen their faith through Bible study, community service, social justice activities, fellowship and fun. Contact Emmalee I. at 2030vision@upbrookline.org for more information…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 06, 2026
This year, we are offering two types of programs for families with young children in our congregation. Once a month, Pastor Amy will host a Bible Study or spiritual practice gathering just for parents, either in person or on Zoom (childcare will be provided in the nursery if in person). Once a month, we’ll also have a social meet-up for parents and their children. Social outings will include things like a park playdate, or a visit to the Children’s Museum or Zoo. This month’s events are: Sunday, November 8 at 10am in the Lindsay Room (just for the grown-ups) Saturday,… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 06, 2026
Join us for our annual Advent Wreath Workshop after worship on Sunday, November 22 in the Chapel! All ages are welcome to join us for Advent wreath-making, fellowship, and merriment! Meanwhile, we are looking for volunteers to help decorate the Sanctuary for Christmas: hang garland, string lights, put up Christmas trees and wreaths, etc. Many hands make light work! Help make our Sanctuary festive, cozy, and ready for the holiday season! For more information, contact Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org or Minister of Music Susan DeSelms at susan@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, November 06, 2026
This Advent season, we invite you to slow down, deepen your spiritual life, and connect with others in our United Parish community. Small prayer groups will gather between November 29 and January 6 (Epiphany) for Scripture, reflection, conversation, and shared prayer. A contemplative prayer practice will guide our gatherings, helping us quiet our minds, open our hearts, and deepen our awareness of God’s presence in our lives. No experience is necessary—just a willingness to come as you are. Groups will meet in person or on Zoom, depending on participants’ preferences and availability. We will have a required introductory session offered… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 06, 2026
The UPSeniors will be meeting on Zoom on Wednesday, November 18 at 10am. We will be having a conversation about Worship! Pastor Kent French and Minister of Music, Susan DeSelms plan to join us in that conversation. There are a lot of changes being proposed and now in progress in our Sanctuary this fall. What questions do you have about them? What suggestions do you have? What is important to you for a meaningful worship experience? What would you like to share about Worship with our ministers? We hope you will join in the conversation. Find the Zoom link in the weekly… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 06, 2026
Join us on Sunday, November 15, immediately following worship in the Sanctuary and on Zoom. 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. Come as we share and celebrate how God is working in our church. A full agenda and materials will be emailed in advance of the meeting. A light lunch will be provided; volunteers are needed to help with setup and cleanup. Please contact gathering@upbrookline.org to volunteer. Cookie donations welcome and appreciated!… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 04, 2026
Dear United Parish Family, I have wonderful news to share! The United Parish in Brookline has officially signed a contract with Folan Waterproofing and Construction to restore our beloved steeple. Hallelujah!! This is a truly exciting and historic step for our congregation and our church building. Our steeple has long stood as a beacon over Brookline, a visible and audible sign of faith, welcome, and hope. Reaching this milestone has been the fruit of much prayerful support, thoughtful judgment, and a great deal of hard work. Every step of this journey has been carried by the generosity and dedication of… Read More
by UPB Editor, November 03, 2026
Please join us Friday, November 20, 2026 at 7:30pm for the next Jazz Sanctuary concert featuring the music and extraordinary talent of Matt Greenwood, a highly inventive, genre-blurring contemporary jazz guitarist and composer representing the vanguard of the modern Boston jazz scene. Born and raised in Harare, Zimbabwe, before spending six years refining his craft in Toronto, Greenwood holds a Master’s degree from the prestigious Berklee Global Jazz Institute. His musical voice is defined by a deeply cinematic, atmospheric aesthetic that masterfully bridges the gap between intense jazz improvisation, traditional African rhythms, and modern production textures. For this concert, Matt… Read More
by UPB Editor, October 30, 2026
The election is coming up. We encourage everyone eligible to vote to do so on or before November 3. Elections offer an opportunity to elect officials who reflect your values. The Stretching Team has prepared an information sheet on the nine ballot questions HERE. We have made recommendations for how to vote on four of the questions and have provided in depth information on all of the questions. Thank you all for taking voting seriously…. Read More
