While acknowledging that I have enough is an important spiritual insight, the reality is that in our country and in our world far too many people don’t have enough. Avoiding excessive inequality has been a religious commitment since the dawn of civilization. So why is it so hard to build a society that actually embodies … Continue reading “Not Having Enough” with Rev. Paul Sprecher
When violence rooted in hatred occurs around us, we must once again pledge to never forget, as we have pledged of the Holocaust and other acts of genocide and racist violence.
We all need “safe places” where we can rest secure and come to know who we really are.
Throughout history, people in danger have needed to seek sanctuary. Sometimes great courage is needed to offer sanctuary.
As we begin the fifth year of Rev. Sprecher’s ministry at First Parish, it’s a good time to start casting a vision for our congregation for the next fi years — and more!
Our ingathering service is an opportunity to look back over the quieter days of the summer and reflect on what new insights we might have gained over the “Lazy, Crazy, Hazy Days of Summer.” Worshippers are invited to bring a small container of water representing somewhere they’ve been over the summer to participate in our Water … Continue reading Join Rev. Paul Sprecher for a “Clearing Our Eyes” Water Communion service.
We are an inclusive faith dedicated to learning from many traditions as we deepen our commitment to lives of meaning and purpose. View the recorded service from BTV Read the sermon: 2018-08-26 Our Chosen Faith
At a time of increasing division, isolation and loneliness in our society, our beloved community gathers in the spirit of love as we walk the paths of our lives in good times and bad. We welcome all of our neighbors to join us on the journey. View the recorded service from BTV Read the sermon: 2018-08-19 … Continue reading Welcoming our Neighbors “Our Beloved Community” worship with Rev. Paul Sprecher
We gather at the end of our regular church year to share the beauty of flowers nd to bless our community. Please bring a flower with you (or two, or a few) to share in our communal vessel. View the recorded service from BTV
When we bless someone, we affirm that person’s being and help to unleash potential. Noticing the blessings we receive helps us to pass on blessings to others. View the recorded service from BTV
