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Brookline Food Pantry Fundraiser

The Brookline Food Pantry is calling all bikers and walkers to join us for the Ride for Food! This is our 4th year participating in this wonderful fundraiser put on by Three Squares New England. The event is on Sunday, October 5th in Dedham, and offers three bike routes and one 5k walking route. There is also a virtual option to join in with the activity of your choice (ex. ride/run/hike/walk). There is an $85 registration fee for all participants and a $350 fundraising minimum per person. We are looking for both team members and supporters – all funds raised directly help us feed over 600 neighboring… Read More

Prayer Shawls Needed

Hearts and Hands is in need of more prayer shawls which can be knitted or crocheted. When finished, please leave them in the Church Office or hanging on the Hearts and Hands door in the Choir Room. Please contact heartsandhands@upbrookline.org with any questions…. Read More

Music for Teens

Teens are invited to join Minister of Music Susan DeSelms before the Teen and Parent dinner on Sunday, September 28 at 6pm in the Parlor for some casual music-making together!… Read More

Parents of Young Children Event

Who: Parents of Young Children and their children under 5 years old When: Saturday, Sept. 20th, 9:30 — 11:30am  Where: Natick Community Organic Farm, 117 Eliot St, Natick, MA 01760 What: A FREE event “Farm Discovery Days” at a small organic farm: animals, storytime, and kid-friendly activities.  Why: To explore God’s good creation, connect with each other, and have fun! How: The easiest way to get to the farm is by car. If you need a ride, please contact Seminarian Anna J-D at anna@upbrookline.org who will help coordinate carpooling.  The farm has a few picnic tables, so feel free to bring a… Read More

2nd No Kings Demonstration

Please SAVE-THE-DATE of Saturday, October 18 from 12-3pm at Boston Common Parade Grounds, a group from United Parish will mobilize for another “No Kings” rally. This present administration under President Trump has continued to ignore the free speech rights of both citizens and non-citizens, deports the law abiding immigrants our country depends on, and has begun to use the military to control its own citizens. We are not powerless to oppose the many actions which are meant to intimidate and terrorize us. Please join us in speaking out against the perilous direction our country is heading in. Our voice needs to be LOUD… Read More

Come to a lobby day on Sept 17 to help returning citizens

Persons returning to society from incarceration after serving their sentences find a huge block in the way of housing, employment and other things they need – the CORI criminal record. Would you like to join GBIO this month to make a real difference in helping them resume productive lives? Please come to the Clean Slate Lobby Day from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday September 17 at the State House HERE is a link to the registration form for the event. Why do this? GBIO has long advocated for the rights of returning citizens, and is teaming up now with the Clean… Read More

Sign Up for Fall Fellowship Weekend

This year’s Fall Fellowship Weekend is FULL. We are no longer able to accept registrations for overnight guests. Daytrippers are still welcome on Saturday for $30/pp/day. Thank you for this amazing response! It’s going to be a great weekend.   We look forward to sharing a wonderful weekend of fellowship with you at Aldersgate Camp and Retreat Center. You have the option of lodging at the conference center for one night or two. We’ll share meals together, enjoy some group activities, and worship together on Sunday morning. Guests outside of the United Parish community are warmly invited! Registration closes Sunday,… Read More

Thrifty Threads Fall Soiree and Sale

We’re excited to invite you to our Fall Soirée Sale— a special evening of shopping, mingling, and celebrating all that makes Thrifty Threads so special. Thursday, September 25 5-7pm at Thrifty Threads More than just a sale ~ it’s a celebration of going green, paying it forward, and thrifting for fun. Every item in our store is generously donated by neighbors and friends, then sold at low prices to make fashion and household goods accessible to all. It’s a two-for-one win:  You get great deals on gently used, vintage, and even designer pieces (plus practical items like housewares!).  Donating clothing… Read More

Growing Grandparents Lunch

 The Growing Grandparents group invites you to an in-person get-together to start the new church program year off. We are planning to meet after Worship on Sunday, September 21 at the Joyful Garden restaurant (550 Arsenal St., Watertown) for Dim Sum and fellowship. Please let us know, if you haven’t already, that you are planning to attend, by September 7. Contact us at growinggrandparents@upbrookline.org…. Read More

Register for Church School and Children’s Choir

Church School and Music Programs Registration Back to school season means it’s time to register for church school and music programs for children and youth. 2025-2026 Church School Online Registration Form 2025-2026 Letter to Church School Families from Pastor Amy 2025-2026 Letter to Families from Minister of Music Susan 2025-2026 Church School and Music Program Calendar Acolytes Flyer Confirmation Classes Teen and Parent Dinners Parenting T(w)eens Group When to Keep Your Child Home From Church Photography Opt-Out Form Learn more. Contact Associate Pastor Amy Norton-Benfield at amy@upbrookline.org or Minister of Music, Susan DeSelms at susan@upbrookline.org…. Read More