Please note the following policy, adopted by the Governing Board May 15, 2025:Firearms and other weapons are prohibited on Church grounds without prior authorization from the Board, except when carried by on-duty public law enforcement officials. This policy applies whether such weapons are concealed or carried openly. Violation of this policy should be reported to […]
Starting on March 16, 2025, masks are optional in the Sanctuary, though strongly encouraged. Please stay home or wear a well-fitting mask if you are sick.
Masks are required during services for all congregants and leaders; kn95s will be available. The Board will revisit this policy regularly, and is monitoring levels of respiratory illness in Boston.
First Church is happy to announce our 2024-25 Classical Recital Series! Join us for three wonderful afternoon’s of beautiful music and refreshments. The next recital will be on Saturday, October 19, 3:00pm. February’s Performers The First Church in Jamaica Plain Recital Series is happy to present our first concert of the season on Saturday, February […]
First Church has been working on our own and collaboratively with several other organizations in JP to investigate and understand the history of land theft, slavery and slavery-enabled industry and wealth in Jamaica Plain, particularly as it involved First Church founders and members. Some of our historic records are critical in documenting this history. A […]
We are happy to announce that our application for a grant of $500,000 under the Community Preservation Act, which is an essential component of our ability to replace the sanctuary roof, has been approved by the Boston City Council. Coming on the heels of our successful Capital Campaign, this grant approval means that we can […]
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Rev. Elizabeth “EB” Bukey Saunter
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