Our Vision:
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and transformative service,
rooted in Love.
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From the Minister
On June 2, we will have our "Annual Pride Service". Members of our community will join me as we kick off Pride Month with a service of celebration and remembrance.
On June 9 we will have the "Annual Flower Sunday". The Flower Celebration is one of our denominations' most treasured rituals which was originally developed in the early 20th century by Rev. Norbert Čapek, who founded the Unitarian Church in Czechoslovakia. In this last service in the sanctuary, before the summer begins, we will celebrate our year together.
Bring a flower or a bunch! In this tradition, practiced by Unitarian Universalists for 101 years, we celebrate the beautiful variety among us and gratefully receive a flower that someone else has brought.
Peace,
Erin
Rev. Erin
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Sundays
In June 2024
Sunday, June 2, Annual Pride Service
Rev. Erin
Sunday, June 9 Annual Flower Sunday
Rev. Erin
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Notes from the Music Director
The choir anthems for our June services:
June 2: How Could Anyone by Libby Roderick
* Brave by Sara Barielles; soloist: Cathy.
June 9: What a Wonderful World by Bob Thiele and George Weiss
Thank you to Mary and Charlie for hosting the choir party.
The choir will be on hiatus for July and August.
On a special note: I want to clarify my future plans, as there has been some confusion. This next year ( 2024-2025) will be my final year as Music Director at First Parish.
All the Best,
Beth
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Happenings for the Month of June 2024
at First Parish
Anti-Racist Working Group
Sunday, June 2, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the church.
Parish Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 6, 7:00 p.m. at the church.
Game Night
Friday, June 7, 5:30 p.m. at the church.
Annual Meeting
Sunday, June 9, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the church.
Finance and Endowment Committees
Tuesday, June 11, at 7:00 p.m. at the church.
Social Justice Committee (Zoom)
Thursday, June 20, 2024, at
7:00 p.m.
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Social Justice and Denominational Affairs |
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Save the Dates for Pride Month celebrations:
Saturday, June 29th Pride Breakfast - This year First Parish is co-sponsoring this event with St. Luke’s Episcopal Church and First Trinitarian Congregational Church. Details coming soon.
June 12 or June 26 Vine Bar Pride Trivia Celebration - The Vine Bar is celebrating Pride month by hosting two evenings of Pride Trivia in June following the success of this event last year. Reservations are needed.
Special Monthly Collection - Donations to the plate on the first Sunday of June will go to the Summer of Sass program in Provincetown in honor of Pride month. The goal of Summer of Sass (SoS) is to offer LGBTQ+ young adults, aged 18-20, a summer getaway in an accepting environment where everyone is free to be themselves. SoS was featured in the podcast “Welcome to Provincetown.” Participants are often from oppressive areas in the US where they may be bullied or not accepted by their families due to their sexuality and/or gender identity. SoS finds each person a job and provides them a place to live. The participants commit to working from Memorial Day through Labor Day in Provincetown and are expected to pay a portion of their living expenses. Since the release of the podcast, an anonymous donation made it possible for SoS to purchase a house in Provincetown, eliminating the obstacle of finding affordable rentals for the visiting young adults but also creating additional needs for donations to maintain it. You can donate during the 6/2 worship service, through the First Parish website with Summer of Sass in the notation throughout the month of June, or by going directly to the donations page of donations page of SoS website.
June Meeting of the Social Justice Committee - Please join us on Thursday, June 20 on Zoom from 7 - 8:30 pm. Included in this month’s agenda will be the June 29 pride Breakfast, plans for the summer and new church year in the fall.
Ellen,(she/her), Social Justice and Denominational Affairs Committee Chair
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Game Night Friday, June 7, 2024,
5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
On Friday, June 7, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., there will be a Game Night at the church.
Come enjoy the night and bring a game or two that you like or a deck of cards.
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Building and Grounds
Adopt a Gardening/Landscaping spot for the summer!
Thanks to all who helped last year keep our Church weeded and brimming with beautiful flowers!
We will once again invite any families or individuals to choose an area to call their own. Weed, prune, and plant. Your own schedule. A nice thing to do on a summer evening.
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Reducing Energy around First Parish
We just completed the switchover from fluorescent to LED's in the old sloop room. It will be less maintenance and lower energy use. Small steps forward, watch for more to come!
Anyone interested in assisting in these efforts call/Text Erica
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Thanks!
Erica
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Fididdlers
Believe it or not, the Fididdlers have started crafting for the Snowflake Fair in December 2024. While you are out and about on your summer family adventures or staycationing in lovely Scituate for the summer, please keep a lookout for the following items for future crafting:
Wine corks, buttons(especially rhinestone/shiny), large pickle and or olive jars (small jars), All cotton fabric scraps, sewing notions, unwanted coffee mugs (in good condition), coffee cans, large tomato sauce cans, wood scraps, sea shells, and sea glass.
There are blue recycle receptacles marked “SNOWFLAKE FAIR” for you to drop things off.
Thanking you in advance!!!!
Eileen
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Celebrate bridging young adults, and GA business starts next week
Weekly Announcements and Previews
Honoring the Transition Into Young Adulthood
Bridging young adults celebrate each other during a past General Assembly.
On Thursday, June 20, be part of an annual GA tradition that is powerful for both participants and witnesses.
Synergy Bridging Service
7 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. MT / 4 p.m. PT
Recognize our young people transitioning from Youth to Young Adult during the Synergy Worship Service (previously known as the Bridging Service).
This pre-recorded worship will be one hour, in the Whova event app. GA registration is required.
Synergy After-Party
8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 6 p.m. MT / 5 p.m. CT
After the worship service, celebrate with UU youth, emerging adults, family, and supporters of all ages at the virtual Synergy After-Party. The National Emerging Adult Taskforce (NEAT) and Young Adult Revival Network (YARN) will also be there, welcoming our new Young Adults into the YA community.
GA registration is not required for the Synergy After-Party. RSVP today — and share the link with other UU youth and young adults!
Join the Conversation
The online discussion forum for GA 2024 business items is now open, and welcomes all UU members.
The platform follows the same community participation covenant we use during General Assembly.
You can read posts and comments without an account, or create an account to add your perspective to the conversation.
Delegates: The Final Agenda is ReadyThe GA business Final Agenda is now available for delegates, including the order of business at General Sessions on June 20 through 23.
The list of links below will take you to discussions and information about agenda items delegates will be voting on during GA.
- Final Proposed Revision to Article II
- UUA Business Resolution: Embracing Transgender, Nonbinary and Intersex People as Fundamental Expressions of UU Religious Values
- UUA Bylaw Amendment: Section 7.13. Religious Education Credentialing Committee
- Nominations for Election at General Assembly
Other items, such as Actions of Immediate Witness, may be added to the Final Agenda during GA.
Using the Delegate Platform and Registering for GA
The online Delegate Platform—where delegates submit proposed amendments, vote on mini-assembly ballots, and more—is now open.
To access the Platform, delegates must be registered for GA and have received a delegate credential email
Don't have your credential yet? For member delegates, your congregation is responsible for assigning your credentials. Ministers and religious educators can retrieve credentials.
Haven't registered for GA yet?
Delegates who want to participate only in General Assembly business, without access to the programs, workshops, or speakers, can register as "Business-Only" attendees with no fee, other than requested a donation to help cover production costs.
GA Business Events Start Next Week!
To support a more accessible, inclusive, and democratic business process, these delegate events related to proposed amendments, along with election voting, start next week, before GA:
May 29, 2024
Proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedure, Business Resolution, and Bylaw Amendment are due by 11 p.m. ET via the online.
June 1, 2024
Voting in the Board of Trustees, Commission on Appraisal, and Nominating Committee election opens on the Delegate Platform. Voting closes June 22 at 11 a.m. ET.
June 3, 2024
The mini-assembly to review proposed amendments to the Rules of Procedure begins at 7 p.m. ET.*
June 5, 2024
The mini-assembly to review proposed amendments to the Business Resolution and Bylaw Amendment begins at 7 p.m. ET.*
*Mini-assembly ballots will stay open for 24 hours on the Delegate Platform and a recording will be posted early the next day. Amendments supported by 50% of delegates who vote at the mini-assembly can be considered at GA.
Before GA begins, delegates will get an updated Final Agenda that includes the text of any amendments that advance from the June 3 and June 5 mini-assemblies.
Secure your spot at the virtual 2024 General Assembly.
Enjoy dynamic speakers, transformative worship, and exclusive access to on-demand programming. Join us and be a part of this extraordinary gathering!
Register Today
That's all for this week!
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Summer Fun!
Summer is right around the corner with retreats beginning in just 10 days! Check off an incredible summer 2024 experience by registering today! Fun at the beach, great company, time with friends, relaxation and delicious food awaits...
Personal Retreaters Week June 23-28, 2024
50% off lodging this week only!
Minimum 2-night stay. This offer ends soon, don't wait!
What is Personal Retreaters Week? A self-guided personal retreat getaway. An opportunity to enjoy all that Ferry Beach has to offer, with time for fun at the beach, nature exploration, reading, writing and so much more! Enjoy your own personal getaway focused on you, no having to cook or clean.
Who should attend: Anyone! Whether you are looking for a summer family getaway, a second trip, or reason to visit Ferry Beach this summer, or even a staycation with a getaway feel. We'd be delighted to have you join us!
If you live locally but want a getaway experience without the travel this is the perfect opportunity to do so. Call it a staycation with different scenery... time away from home with lodging by the beach, meals prepared for you and at an affordable price. No having to clean or cook during your getaway! Let the fun begin!
UU Church Appreciation Week July 20-24, 2024
What is UU Church Appreciation Week?
Days of fun for UU church members to come experience Ferry Beach in the summer. A time to enjoy the beach and meet new friends with those who share your faith.
We're offering a special discount on lodging!
Time is running out to register for summer retreats!
Summer Schedule 2024
Profound Treasury
June 7-16, 2024
The Profound Treasury Retreat is a 9-day Buddhist meditation and study retreat based on the Buddhist teachings of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche.
Work Week
June 16-22, 2024
Work on projects (gardening, sewing, cleaning, painting, assisting with administrative work) in the mornings and enjoy a Ferry Beach getaway retreat in the afternoons.
Sand & Stars Week
July 2-6, 2024
A multigenerational retreat with adventures for all! Embrace your independence and interconnection. Enjoy fireworks on the beach, a cookout, workshops in theater, music, ecojustice, art and so much more.
RE Week
July 6-12, 2024
A multigenerational gathering where all kinds of families work and play alongside religious educators. A time to learn and put into practice what it means to be Unitarian Universalist leaders.
ChoralFest
July 13-19, 2024
A Summer Choral Experience for Treble voice singers! All singers are welcome at ChoralFest, regardless of experience or proficiency. Camille Saucier is this year's music director
GAYLA
July 13-20, 2024
GAYLA is among the nation's longest-running retreats for men who love men; single and partnered, young and old, queer, trans, gay, bisexual, and curious.
Family & Friends
July 27- August 3, 2024
A multigenerational retreat for all walks of life. With a wide variety of workshops and afternoon activities (trivia, sing downs, ice cream socials, sandcastle contests, UUlympics, talent/no talent show, s'mores roasting there's something for everyone!
Circles of Life
August 3-9, 2024
A multigenerational retreat for all! Enjoy a variety of morning workshops (day trips, knitting, yoga, art-making-mosaics, and more with ice cream, beach time, polar swims, talent/no talent shows, s'mores, and singalongs in the evenings.
Women's Healing
August 4-8, 2024
This is a chance to renew, reconnect, rebalance and relax. Days are full of healing with meditation, yoga, lots of Reiki, intuitive work, aromatherapy, and sharing.
In the Company of Women
August 11-17, 2024
Relax, refresh, and renew, … In the Company of Women. Enjoy activities like: drumming, dancing, nature walks, yoga, sharing stories, guest speakers and concerts, music, singing, writing workshops, and more.
Circle of Music
August 11-17, 2024
Enjoy a magical week building a music community. There's tons of music workshops to choose from and during the week there will be 2 evening concerts with the award-winning duo Aubrey & Elwood and Debra! Come play with other talented musicians!
Sacred Circle Dance Camp
August 18-23, 2024
Sacred Circle Dance brings people together for an experience of intentional community, mindfulness, and dances both old and new. Many dances have roots in cultures from around the world while others are newly choreographed. The dances include moving meditations and lively, spirited dances.
Quilting by the Bay
August 23-30, 2024
Enjoy a quilting extravaganza by the beach! Bring your unfinished work or start a new project. There will be a table of your own to spread out your work, nearby irons and boards, a design wall if you need it, and access to a cutting table for managing larger pieces of yardage.
The Beach Getaway
August 25-28, 2024
Enjoy a short beach getaway with adventures in contemplative papermaking, New England country dance, a Bocce tournament, PickleBall, a book discussion, bum volleyball, and more. Activities are geared for adults of all ages & abilities.
Labor Day Weekend
August 30- September 2, 2024
Celebrate the last weekend of summer of 2024 at Ferry Beach, with an all-you-can-eat barbecue, live music, family games and activities, plenty of fun in the sun, time at the beach, and more!
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June's Monthly Calendar 2024
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