Rev. Lisa Ward has been our settled minister since August of 2016. Ordained in 1992, Rev. Lisa has served congregations in New York City, Queens, White Plains, NY and Harford County, MD. A graduate from Union Theological Seminary in NYC, she has engaged in social justice initiatives throughout her career… 
Table of Contents
- This Week in Worship
- Message from Rev. Lisa
- This Week in Religious Exploration
- News and Announcements
- Events and Meetings
- Social & Environmental Justice Committee (SEJC)
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Beyond First Parish
This Week in Worship
“Sharing Silence”
The Worship Committee offers a Quaker-style service providing an opportunity for us to gather together in silence.
Leaders: Steve Yakutis
Audio: Atticus D’Alessandro
Please join us for service at 9:30am.
Please log in at 9:20, to give some lead time for the service at 9:30. You will be muted, but you can communicate through the chat box. If you do not have zoom on your computer, please download it ahead of time. It is free.
This week’s offering will be going towards the service and ministry of First Parish.
Wishing you a safe and happy 4th of July
RE This Week
UU Summer Fun Registration!
It’s time to formally register for our UU summer fun! Follow this link to register. If you signed up on the “Express Interest” form, we still need you to officially register with this link! Per the recommendation of the Religious Education Committee, we are shifting our age range to also welcome preschoolers whose older siblings will also be attending our summer fun and/or who attend Spirit Play but may not be entering first grade. Please reach out to Louise (re@fpmilton.org) with questions about this new policy. We continue to want to be flexible and accommodating, while still prioritizing safety and a quality experience for all involved.
News & Announcements
Don’t forget- Summer Services start on 6/16 at 9:30am in the Meetinghouse!
07/14 GA Delegates: Ellen Barr, Dianna Wilson, Jim May, Debbie Alsebai: General Assembly
07/21 Elise Henricks: “Labryinth”
First Parish is Hiring !
First Parish is looking for another Audio Technician to work with us. The job is primarily Sunday mornings (9:45-11:45 most of year, earlier in summer) managing all the audio, visual and lighting needs for the church during Sunday worship services. Extra hours available for special services and events throughout year. Pay is $20/hr, with paid training and a great network of experienced staff to help learn the job.
Do you know anyone looking for a part time job? Maybe a busy teen or college student who needs no hours during the school week? Please share with your networks!
Contact Susan at manager@fpmilton.org if you know anyone interested.
Beyond First Parish
Join us for world-class jazz music on the beautiful UUUM greenspace. We’re happy to announce The Makanda Project will have three concerts this summer at the Urban Ministry. Join us under the summer sky for these free shows in the heart of Roxbury.
- Saturday, July 13th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
- Saturday, August 17th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
- Saturday, September 14th from 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Events are free! | All are welcome | Bring a lawn chair
Click here for more information
June is Pride Month, Immigrant Heritage Month, Caribbean Heritage Month, and the month of Juneteenth Celebrations!
Click the Links included to learn more !!
Pride Month is a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ community, appreciate identify, rights, equity and inclusion. It’s also a time to recognize the community’s accomplishments and commemorate the struggle for civil rights and equal justice.
Immigrant Heritage Month-a time for all Americans, regardless of immigration status, to celebrate the rich and diverse heritage of our country.
Caribbean Heritage Month–In June 2005, the House of Representatives unanimously adopted H.Con. Res. 71, sponsored by Congresswoman Barbara Lee, recognizing the significance of Caribbean people and their descendants in the history and culture of the United States.
Rev. Lisa Ward:
Vacation: July 1-July 14
Study Leave: July 28-August 4
Vacation: August 5-August 18
Susan DeMinico: Summer Hours starting 7/1
In office on Tuesday &Thursday – Off Mondays and Fridays, 1/2 day remote Wednesdays.
Vacation: June 19-July 9
Vacation: August 9-August 20
Louise Smith-Erb
June 23-July 6 Vacation
July 14-July 21- at Star Island on Study Leave
Sherri Moldaver:
Mon-Thurs in office 8:30 am-1:30 pm
Kevin Harnden
Monday-Friday in office 8:30-11am
Tim Steele
Off in July and August, returning in September.
STAY CONNECTED
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CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Thursday 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Other times by appointment
MINISTER OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday – Thursday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Other times by appointment
The Church office is closed on Fridays
Sundays through mid June
- Worship, 9:30 am in the Meetinghouse
- Choir Rehearsal (most Sundays) at 8:45 am
SIGN UP GENIUS (formerly known as the Planner)
The link to SignUp Genius is: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090d44aca728a02-sunday1
You can sign up for one our our Sunday volunteer positions.