Last week, as I began this series of blogs on the work of interim religious leaders and specifically, my work here at Follen in religious education, I wrote about Heritage (coming to terms with history). This week, I continue the series with an exploration of the second interim task: Mission, or “Evolving a Unique Religious … Continued
Ralph Waldo Emerson said: “Every man is hero and an oracle to somebody, and to that person, whatever he says has an enhanced value.” Spiritual Exercise Reflect: Who has been a prophetic oracle to you? Whose voice has influenced, and thus, predicted your future? Is it still doing so?
Free Pysanky (Traditional Egg Decorating) Workshops Monday Evenings Before Easter 7:30-9:00pm, First Church UU Billerica February 19 and 26 March 5, 12, 19 and 26. You are invited for some hands-on time creating beautiful decorated eggs to keep or to give away. This traditional art brings people together for creative play, spiritual healing, and community. Read/Download … Continued
As I write this, we’re being ‘teased’ by the weather: it’s 75 degrees outside, the sun is shining, and our bodies are yearning for spring. Or at least, mine is. And today, I can believe that it is spring. Tomorrow will be a different story (rain and perhaps snow on the way) but I’ll take … Continued
What’s Going On with the Search for a Director of Faith Formation? Wait, I thought we were hiring a Director of Religious Education. What is a “Director of Faith Formation” anyway? Why did we change the name? Don’t worry dear congregants, let us explain. Faith Formation is the direction many UU churches are going these … Continued
Immigrant Stories: Oral History Project Invitation to Participate Cary Memorial Library, Lexington Cary Library is creating a video-based oral history project titled Immigrant Stories of Lexington, and is seeking individuals who are willing to tell their stories about coming to the United States and share their thoughts about life in Lexington. More information here: https://www.carylibrary.org/immigrant-history “Beneath the … Continued
I find it pretty easy, in year 2 of the current presidential administration, to fall into moments of not only deep concern but near-despair. Never did I imagine how much damage could be done to so many parts of our country’s structure in such a short time. Never did I conceive of how much disrespect … Continued
We are hiring! Follen Church — an inclusive, caring, committed and welcoming spiritual home — is hiring a new Director of Faith Formation to support our vision and mission by leading religious education and faith formation ministries and programs for children and families. The Director of Faith Formation is primarily expected to: help build strong, … Continued
Whose Streets? We Will Not Go Quietly Film and Discussion Saturday February 10, 7 – 9:30pm, First Church Littleton An unflinching look at the Ferguson uprising, told by the activists and leaders who live and breathe this movement for justice. Read/Download the flyer for Whose Streets? Stand Up! Active Bystander Training for Youth in Grades 4-6 Wednesday February … Continued
Thank you to all of the participants who came out to audition! Casts will be more specifically grouped into “leads performing Friday” or “leads performing Saturday” at a later date. Congratulations to everyone! – Sara Haugland, Director
