by UPB Editor, April 24, 2025
Join the United Parish in reading and discussing Bishop Mariann Budde’s book How we Learn to be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith now. Sign up for a discussion group on Sunday, May 4 at 12:30pm in person or Tuesday, May 6 at 7:30pm on Zoom here. These small discussions will give us an opportunity to share insights gained from this book and imagine together how we can each make our voice heard. Free books are available to borrow or keep. For more information, contact Terry B. at stretchingintojustice@upbrookline.org…. Read More
by UPB Editor, April 24, 2025
The Music of Mária Reháková and Sam Knight – May 2 United Parish in Brookline Presents: The Music of Sam Knight & Mária Reháková on Friday, May 2 in the United Parish Sanctuary at 7:30pm. Sam and Mária are members of the United Parish Chancel Choir and also highly accomplished jazz musicians. Original compositions from two transatlantic voices, rooted in tradition, transformed by journey. Join British saxophonist Sam Knight and Slovak flautist, vocalist, and composer Mária Reháková for an evening of deeply personal, expressive jazz, presented through two compelling sets of original music. Learn more and get tickets here. … Read More
by UPB Editor, April 17, 2025
Your United Parish Core Team for our church’s work as a member of the Greater Boston Interfaith Organization is today launching the monthly UP GBIO Newsletter. Many of you receiving this have helped GBIO in its campaigns for justice in many ways over the past few years, and we thank you for all you have done. Your contribution to the greater work of GBIO is invaluable and so meaningful during this time where our values seem to be under constant attack. For those that don’t know us we are Connor Israel and David Rockwell and we serve as the two… Read More
by UPB Editor, April 04, 2025
Do you have enough to eat? Do you want to stand up against current trends that cut help to our neighbors in need? You (and your friends!) can help others who have difficulty affording food by joining and/or contributing HERE to Project Bread’s annual Walk for Hunger, the oldest charity pledge walk in the country and a long-time United Parish tradition. The Walk for Hunger is the annual fundraising event for the organization Project Bread, an Eastern Massachusetts non-profit organization that takes leadership in connecting people and communities to reliable sources of food and advocates for policies that make food… Read More
by UPB Editor, March 26, 2025
This rally/march – which is committed to the principle of nonviolent action – will take place at Boston Common’s Parkman Bandstand from 11am-2pm on Saturday, April 5. Let’s form a group from United Parish to attend and have our voices be heard in these challenging political times! You can sign up to come with us to the rally and/or to make posters: 1) by going to a designated table at Coffee Hour on Sunday, March 30; 2) by clicking HERE. Please contact stretchingintojustice@upbrookline.org with any questions about signing up. For more information about the march, please go to: www.handsoff2025.com. At this website, you… Read More
by UPB Editor, March 25, 2025
It is Election Time in Brookline! Come to a candidates forum on Wednesday, April 2 at 7pm at Temple Sinai, 50 Sewall Avenue, Brookline. On May 6, there is an election for a vacant seat on the 5-member Brookline Select Board, and there are three candidates to choose from. They represent different approaches to the issues we all care about – housing, schools, seniors, taking care of our vulnerable citizens – it’s an important choice for the future of the Town. United Parish is joining with the four other GBIO Brookline congregations – Temple Israel, St Paul’s Episcopal, Temple Sinai,… Read More
by UPB Editor, March 24, 2025
Easter Weekend is rapidly approaching – and with it many opportunities to gather in worship as well as to become engaged in community. United Parish has two opportunities to become involved: The Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19 (volunteer times from 8:30-11:30am) and the Easter Brunch (volunteer times 8:30-10:45am and 12:00-1:00pm). We invite you to become part of these joyful gatherings of community during Easter! Interested? Sign up here. Contact Gathering@upbrookline.org or CYdeepening@upbrookline.org for more information…. Read More
by UPB Editor, March 13, 2025
United Parish Reads “How We Learn to be Brave” by Bishop Mariann Budde March 24th – April 28th Join others in our community in reading this inspirational book about decisive moments in life and faith. Following the January inauguration of President Donald Trump, Episcopal Bishop Mariann Budde publicly implored Trump to “have mercy upon” LGBTQ+ communities and immigrants who feel endangered after his election. Watch Bishop Budde’s sermon here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mI4h4zbkNMU Are you searching for how to respond to the changes being made in Washington, DC? If so, join others in United Parish in reading Bishop Marianne Budde’s book How we… Read More
by UPB Editor, March 13, 2025
Our teens are launching a clothing drive for CityReach this week, and will be collecting clothing and toiletries up until our CityReach overnight on April 11th! Donations can be dropped off outside Pastor Amy’s office. Please take a look through your closets for items to bring: USED CLOTHING, including: Warm coats in Winter Nylon jackets, ponchos, and raincoats for the Spring & Fall Sweatshirts and sweatpants (especially hooded sweatshirts) Sweaters T-shirts Long-sleeve shirts Jeans, khakis and other casual pants Waterproof boots, comfortable shoes, and sneakers Hats, waterproof gloves, scarves Belts Backpacks, tote bags, fanny packs, small suitcases with wheels Travel-size… Read More
by UPB Editor, March 10, 2025
We are proud to introduce to you United Parish’s member portal called Realm. Our online church photo directory is called Realm and it is THE way to stay connected. We want you to participate so that you can connect with your United Parish friends, and they can connect with you! It’s essential for everyone to get on board so we can continue to be cohesive and connected as a community. Now more than ever, it’s important to know your neighbors and support each other as a community during this time. What: It’s an online church photo directory and database. It’s… Read More
