About First Parish of Framingham
First Parish of Framingham: A Vibrant Unitarian Universalist Congregation
First Parish in Framingham is a thriving Unitarian Universalist congregation located on the town common in Framingham, Massachusetts. The church has been serving the community for over 300 years and offers a liberal religion and an active community.
The history of First Parish in Framingham dates back to 1701 when the town was first settled. The church was founded by a group of residents who wanted to establish a place of worship that reflected their own beliefs and values. Over the years, the church has grown and evolved, but it has always remained committed to its mission of promoting social justice, spiritual growth, and community involvement.
Today, First Parish in Framingham is home to a diverse group of individuals who come from all walks of life. The congregation includes people from different ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities and socio-economic backgrounds. This diversity is celebrated at First Parish as it reflects the inclusive nature of Unitarian Universalism.
The church's Sunday services are held at 10:00 am every week throughout the year except for July and August when they are held at 9:30 am. These services are open to everyone regardless of their religious affiliation or background. They typically include music performances by talented musicians from within or outside the congregation as well as sermons delivered by guest speakers or members themselves.
In addition to Sunday services, First Parish offers various programs throughout the week that cater to different age groups such as children's religious education classes (RE), youth groups (YRUU), adult discussion groups (Chalice Circles) among others.
One unique aspect about First Parish is its commitment towards social justice issues both locally and globally. Members actively participate in various initiatives such as environmental sustainability efforts like recycling programs; supporting local food banks; advocating for LGBTQ+ rights; participating in anti-racism work; supporting immigrant communities among others.
Another notable feature about this congregation is its beautiful historic building which serves not only as a place for worship but also hosts concerts featuring local artists throughout the year including classical music concerts during Christmas season which have become an annual tradition for many families living nearby.
Overall if you're looking for an inclusive community where you can explore your spirituality while making meaningful connections with others then look no further than First Parish in Framingham!