Welcome to First Parish

Each of us has worth and dignity. As Unitarian Universalists, we welcome persons of all sexual orientation, gender and its expression, religious background, marital status, family structure, age, mental and physical health and ability, racial and cultural identity or background, and educational and socioeconomic status. We value diversity and see it as a spiritual gift. All may share in the fellowship and leadership, blessings and joys of our congregation's life.
All of who you are is sacred.
All of who you are is welcome.

Donations this month will go to NeighborWorks Housing Solutions (NHS). a local organization that promotes affordable housing in stable and opportunity-rich communities.

First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church of Scituate MA is a vibrant, inclusive community of faith. We are a non-credal church stressing love, service, and religious freedom. ("Liberal" means 'free' in its theologic sense, in that your religion is about how you live, not what you believe.) Grounded in our Unitarian Universalist principles and purposes, we affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person, and we support each individual's unique search for truth and meaning.

Where are you on your spiritual journey? Wherever you are, we're curious to meet you. Join us in exploring “the big questions” and cultivating ways to live the answers amidst today’s modern challenges. Our congregation seeks ways to build community, guide our children, deepen spiritually, and to make a positive difference in the world.

The theme for February is Black History Month.

10:30 am –11:30 am  Sunday Service, with choir
11:30 am –12:30 pm  Coffee Hour
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm  Stand for Democracy (a community event held on the front lawn)

Danica Buckley preaching ("From Nantucket Summers to the Podium: My Journey with Black Choral Music")
Join us for a special music service: We'll sing and reflect in community and find inspiration in the texts and music of the morning.
"With tremendous help from (and respect for) the choir, we will explore "Songs for the People," an interweaving of the music of Black composers, poets, and writers into my life journey — from the Nantucket Baptist Church summer gospel choir (led by Dolores Buckley and Goldie Kitchen) in the 60s and 70s, to my becoming an enthusiastic student of Black literature and choral music, venturing on the (sometimes rocky) paths to professor and conductor." — Danica
Music we'll sing will include: He's Got the Whole World in His Hands; Precious Lord; A-men; Peace! The Perfect Word; This Little Light of Mine

On First Parish UU's front lawn. Bring a friend!
Accessibilty best from the Senior Center to the sidewalk opposite the church.

ICE OUT
First Parish Scituate is joining Indivisible Scituate and a broad coalition of groups across the country demanding accountability, honoring the lives lost, and making visible the human cost of ICE’s actions.
A core principle behind all ICE Out events is a commitment to nonviolent action and to civil disobedience. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values, and to act lawfully at these events.

Benefitting the Scituate Food Pantry and BIJAN (The Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network)

Co-sponsored by the Choral Art Socierty of the South Shore, and First Parish UU of Cohasset.

"Sing For Good!" is an ongoing intiative to bring people together in song to raise money for a cause, founded by Danica Buckley. 

Oct 4, 2025 — Traditional coffeehouse: with featured performer Tom O'Brien
Nov 22, 2025 — Blue Boat Presents: Sarah Blacker & The Light
Mar 14, 2026 — Traditional coffeehouse, with featured performer Abigail Vail
June 20, 2026— Blue Boat Presents: Bikini Whale (B-52s tribute)

Since 2016, First Parish's Blue Boat Coffeehouse has been highlighting the incredible talent of local South Shore adults and youth. It provides a fun, family-friendly, safe and sober Saturday evening out for the whole community, while raising funds and awareness for local non-profit organizations. The shows are free and open to the public.

Get involved with the Social Justice Committee's initiatives. Plan or attend activities at church or in the larger community that advocate, educate, and serve the causes of justice and democracy.
Check the newsletter for resources, parish activities, community events, and online workshops.

Acting Out Together meets monthly to read a good play together, and discuss the interesting issues it raises. The best dramas are built on difficult human problems. In the spirit of our church's commitment to social justice, we want to offer interactive dramatic reading as a way for all of us to engage with dilemmas that resonate with our own lives--in community, nation, and world.

Game nights are a longstanding tradition at First Parish, and great fun for all ages. Watch the newsletter for future dates (and consider hosting a night!) People bring board games, cards, tile games, and puzzles. Play, teach, or just come hang out. Oh, and there's pizza!

The (historic!) Fididdlers crafting group invites you to join us Wednesday nights from 7-9 pm; this takes place at hosts' homes. It’s a great time to meet up with other church members, and learn easy-to-do crafts (including protest projects!). You don’t need to be an artist or activist - everything is very simple and we have all the supplies needed. Check the newsletter for see who is hosting, or to see what donated materials you could supply.

Learn how to can jams and jellies for the Snowflake Fair fundraiser with the experts from our very own Grandma's Kitchen — canning is not hard to learn but Grandma's wisdom will help you source and improvise so your own homemade preserves turn out just right. Age 15 and up. All materials supplied.