6 Eliot Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
office@firstchurchjp.org
617-221-3059
We are on the unceded territory of the Massachusett people, who have lived in reciprocity with the land for thousands of years. Our church building sits at a junction of roads that were once Indigenous trade and travel routes.
First Church’s Puritan ancestors are responsible for the theft of these lands and for cultural and physical violence against Indigenous people.
At least three of the church founders enslaved people of African descent.
This church was also financially supported by members who were merchants profiting from the unpaid labor of enslaved people and the commodities they produced.
Our congregation has begun the work of repair by learning and telling our more complete history.
We will continue to work with community and denominational partners as we strive to make our community whole.
We invite you to bring your open heart, your ideas, and your commitment into this work.
EB draws on her background in organized labor to highlight the value of solidarity. This service will be held outside, in the church graveyard, weather permitting. All attendees must wear a mask. Please bring a camp chair/beach chair if you can! This worship is not offered via Zoom. If you would like to attend a Zoom … Continue reading Solidarity Forever (in-person)
Sometimes, in a community, it can be easy to assume we know everything about one another. This year we’re getting curious: who are we? What experiences have we had? What do we each believe….REALLY? Bring your questions and we’ll reflect on the power of curiosity. The FCJP Zoom room is at https://uuma.zoom.us/j/190035147, which can also be reached by … Continue reading Getting Curious