by UPB Editor, February 19, 2026
Our dedicated, caring, strong, tireless, friendly, and hardworking Thrifty Threads volunteers are invited to a special evening of appreciation on Sunday, March 15, offered on behalf of the United Parish congregation as a thank you for all of their amazing work throughout the year. At 6:30pm, volunteers will gather in the Chapel for drinks, snacks, and mingling with fellow volunteers. Then at 7pm, United Parish Council members will serve a catered, seated dinner in the Parlor. Thrifty Threads volunteers are invited to RSVP to Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org. If anyone in the congregation is interested in lending a… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 19, 2026
The “Big Chorus Sing Out for Immigrant Rights” is being held on Wednesday, March 11 at 4pm at Boston City Hall. They are hoping to bring together as many singers (trained, amateur, and everyone in between) as possible to come out and sing for the protection and rights of immigrants in MA. To help everyone get ready, Boston Voices of Community and Labor (BVOCAL) is hosting a sing-along in the Back Bay on Sunday March 1 from 2-4pm to help new singers and song leaders learn the songs and get inspired to take action (location TBD). Our own Minister of Music… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 19, 2026
There are many options for summer camps for kids, adults, and families from all our denominations including: Aldersgate Camp, United Methodist, North Scituate, RI Camp Mechuwana, United Methodist, Winthrop, ME *Grotonwood, American Baptist, Groton, MA Horton Center, United Church of Christ, Gorham, NH Pilgrim Lodge, United Church of Christ, West Gardiner, ME Wanakee, United Methodist, Meredith, NH *The Baptists of United Parish are offering scholarships for campers ages 7-17 for Grotonwood. There are 5 camp sessions this year between July 19 and August 21. Each parent will need register their own child online at grotonwood.org/overnight-camp. When you get to the… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 18, 2026
It’s time to sign up for a favorite United Parish tradition – Dinners for 8! These meals are a chance for us to gather and deepen our connections to one another in small groups of around 8 people. The meals are scheduled for Friday, March 6, Saturday March 7, and Sunday March 8. Daytime and evening gatherings are offered. All are welcome to attend—newcomers, long-time members, and friends of all ages! If you would like to sign up to attend a meal, please click here to indicate your availability and other important information. The last day for signups will be… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 09, 2026
“The God I Know”: A Film Theater Edutainment Experience. Friday, March 20 at 7pm in the Sanctuary. Step into a powerful story that challenges division and inspires unity through the arts. “The God I Know” is a Film Theater Experience that explores the interface of personal and religious identity. As Inclusion & Belonging Edutainment™ its goal is to spark meaningful conversation about religion in the public space and the intersection of religious liberty, freedom of speech, and separation of church and state. It is timely in its presentation as Christian Nationalism is actively being introduced in American democracy. Event is… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 05, 2026
“Fat Sunday” Mardi Gras-themed Pancake Coffee Hour Sunday, February 15 12pm in the Parlor Ash Wednesday Wednesday, February 18 7pm Worship in the Sanctuary and on YouTube Learn more Lenten Dinner Church Music and worship over a shared sacred meal. Thursdays, February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19, March 26 6:00-6:45pm in the Parlor Learn more Palm Sunday Sunday, March 29 11am Worship in the Sanctuary and on YouTube 12pm Hot Cross Buns at Coffee Hour Maundy Thursday Thursday, March 2 7pm Worship and Communion in the Sanctuary and on YouTube Good Friday Friday, April 3 7pm Tenebrae Worship… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 05, 2026
Are you looking for a way to ground yourself spiritually in fellowship with other United Parish members? Would you like to try a new spiritual experiment at United Parish? During Lent (February 18-April 2), we will launch prayer groups: weekly gatherings of four or more members to help strengthen our faith, our connection to God and to one another. We will have a required introductory session offered with two time options: Sunday, February 15 in person after church Tuesday, February 17 at 7 pm by Zoom If you are interested, please complete THIS FORM by Ash Wednesday, February 18. If… Read More
by UPB Editor, February 04, 2026
Join this class series to learn more about our history, values, and governance, explore what it means to become a member at United Parish, and get a tour of our maze-like building! Sunday, February 22, 12:30pm: Building tour (meet in the Marion lobby) Sunday, March 1, 12:30pm in the Parlor : “Learning” class – learn about us! RSVP HERE Sunday, March 15, 12:30pm in the Church Office: “Sharing” class – help us learn about you! RSVP HERE Questions? Contact Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, February 04, 2026
Parents with young children are invited to gather on Saturday, February 14 from 9:30-11am in the Parlor to connect with one another over coffee and bagels and make valentines, paper chains, and other fun crafts with your children. RSVP to Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, February 02, 2026
Jazz Sanctuary is a ministry of the United Parish that seeks to bring musicians and music lovers together to be inspired, to share ideas, and be transported in this sacred space of timeless beauty. Join us for the next evening of the Jazz Sanctuary series with saxophonist, composer, and educator Gregory Groover Jr., one of the most compelling emerging voices in contemporary jazz today. New York-born and Boston-bred, Groover brings his deeply expressive, song-centered approach to United Parish in Brookline for an intimate duo performance on Saturday, February 21 at 7pm in United Parish’s Sanctuary. Praised by saxophonist Walter Smith… Read More
