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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.

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Speaker: Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

Embodying Generosity

October 27, 2024 at 11:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

We are called to freely and compassionately share. What does that look like in the context of the violence and exclusion around us?

Generosity

October 20, 2024 at 11:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

We begin exploring our UU shared value of generosity this Sunday. What does this value mean to us here and now? “We cultivate a spirit of gratitude and hope. We covenant to freely and compassionately share our faith, presence, and resources. Our generosity connects us to one another in relationships of interdependence and mutuality.

Prophets of the Possible

October 6, 2024 at 11:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter, Rev. Laura Randall

The gender expansive poet, Alok, says that there are as many ways to exist as there are existences. No matter our own personal journeys, we can all learn from the experiences of Two-Spirit, trans, and gender expansive beloveds. Join us for a celebration of wisdom, beauty, and divinity as we celebrate life beyond the gender … Continue reading Prophets of the Possible

Promises and Pigs

September 29, 2024 at 11:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

Our new statement of UU values puts love at the center and reminds us that our free faith is created through a network of promises. On this Sunday, we explore the new values in more depth (and with a silly mnemonic).

Faith, Friendliness and Fun

September 15, 2024 at 11:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

How do we “grow the church?” What does “growth” mean in this context? On this Sunday we talk about faith formation, hospitality, and fun.

Coming Home Like Rivers to the Sea

September 8, 2024 at 11:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

We explore themes of homecoming and change with the UU Water Ceremony service.An open-table Christian Communion follows the service. All are welcome. Note: We return to a 11am start time starting on this Sunday.

Lessons from the Garden

August 18, 2024 at 10:00 am Lyra O'Brien, Margaret Suby, Nancy Ahmadifar, Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

On this Sunday we hear from a few of our gardener congregants on the lessons of the garden.

Story Worship: The Cracked Pot

August 11, 2024 at 10:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

Our worship format today is a little different. You’ll be invited to sing a capella, to light candles, and to reflect together on a story.

The Wisdom to Know the Difference

August 4, 2024 at 10:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

In today’s political climate, it can be easy to give in to anxiety, overwhelm, or resignation. On this Sunday, we seek clarity from reflecting on what we can and cannot control. An open-table Christian Communion follows the service. All are welcome.

Ask A Minister

July 14, 2024 at 10:00 am Rev. Elizabeth Bukey Saunter

Today is a “question-box” sermon; bring your questions for Rev. EB who will answer some on the spot.