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.
All of who you are is sacred.
All of who you are is welcome.
Our Tuesday, Dec 24 Christmas Eve service will be held at 7:00 pm. All are welcome!
Join us for Sunday services at 10:30 am Join us for the service at 10:30 am, for the religious education program for kids (soon after the service begins), and for coffee hour and fellowship afterwards. Everyone is welcome — you need not be a member, you need not recite a creed. Simply bring your whole self, as you are!
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.
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.
Youth program
Registration is open for the 2024-25 childrens' and youth Religious Education (RE) programs.
Registration is open for the 2024-25 childrens' and youth Religious Education (RE) programs.
Choir
Our choir rehearses each Sunday from 9:00 -10:00 am in the sanctuary. Anyone in 7th grade or older is welcome to join us.
Our choir rehearses each Sunday from 9:00 -10:00 am in the sanctuary. Anyone in 7th grade or older is welcome to join us.
Our interim minister: We welcome the Rev. Erin Splaine (she/her) as our Interim minister through 2025.
Dec. Special Collection:
This month’s Social Justice Collection will be donated to the Scituate Food Pantry to help provide meals over the holidays to local families in need. Since 1992, The Scituate Food Pantry has assisted over 500 Scituate families. Created by the Scituate Clergy Association, the Scituate Food Pantry is an independent, all-volunteer nonprofit and tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization.
Schedule of services
December's theme is Waiting
Sunday, Dec. 1 Hope: More Than Feathers
Rev. Dr. Cynthia L. Landrum preaching.
The choral anthem will be You Are Loved by Jason Shelton.
The choral anthem will be You Are Loved by Jason Shelton.
Sunday, Dec. 8 This I Believe
Rev Erin Splaine and Cathy Kang leading.
The choral anthem will be One Voice by Ruth Moody.
The choral anthem will be One Voice by Ruth Moody.
Sunday, Dec. 15
Rev. Erin Splaine preaching.
The choral anthem will be The Holidays are Here Again by Leo Collins.
The choral anthem will be The Holidays are Here Again by Leo Collins.
Sunday, Dec. 22 Pageant and Carol Sing
Rev. Erin Splaine preaching.
The anthem will be O Ancient Love, lyrics by Greta Vosper.
The anthem will be O Ancient Love, lyrics by Greta Vosper.
Tuesday, Dec. 24 Lessons and Carols: Christmas Eve Service (7pm)
Rev. Erin Splaine preaching.
Music will include Candlelight Canon by Andy Beck. The choral anthem will be Winter Night by Shelley Jackson Denham, arranged by David Zabriskie.
Music will include Candlelight Canon by Andy Beck. The choral anthem will be Winter Night by Shelley Jackson Denham, arranged by David Zabriskie.
Sunday, Dec. 29 Quaker Style Service
Rev. Erin Splaine leading. A simple meditative service to center ourselves after the holiday hustle and bustle. (There will be no RE or childcare available — children are always welcome in the Sanctuary.)
Parish Events
Parish activities are detailed in each weekly newsletter
Social Justice Activities
Get involved with the Social Justice Committee's initiatives with after-service activities like Get Out The Vote postcard-writing, or evening documentary showings. Check the newsletter for parish activities as well as community events and online workshops.
Game Night
Game nights are 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!
Fididdlers Crafting Group
The (historic!) Fididdlers crafting group invites you to join us Wednesday nights from 7-9 pm starting in September for Snowflake Fair crafting projects and personal projects. It’s a great time to meet with other church members, join in stimulating conversation, and learn easy-to-do crafts. You don’t need to be crafty - 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.
Check the newsletter for see who is hosting, or to see what donated materials you could supply.
Jam & Jelly Workshops
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.