Community Dance Saturday, September 7, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. at Open Spirit in Edwards Hall Join us for an uplifting Community Dance where everyone is invited to join in the fun! Whether you’re dancing in sets, lines, or circles, this joyful gathering doesn’t require a partner and the dances are easy to learn. Open to all ages […]
Open Spirit – September Classes
Please visit openspiritcenter.org for class descriptions and donation information. Strength without a Gym led by Donna Warren Mondays at 10:30 a.m., https://zoom.us/j/492794663; Password: open Meditation with the Masters led by Katherine McClean Mondays at 7:30 p.m., https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9886460206?; Password: 090367 Qi Gong / Tai Chi led by Kathleen Sakovitz Tuesdays and Thursdays at […]
Let’s Do Something!
It’s election season – let’s “Do Something!” “The vote is precious. It is almost sacred. It is the most powerful non-violent tool we have in a democracy.” – John Lewis, CommonWealth interview in 2019 “We estimate that over 8 million environmentalists did not vote in the 2020 presidential election and over 13 million skipped the […]
Special Services in September
In September, as we enter a new “school” year, Christian Explorers will have time to catch up with church friends to share about summer adventures. This month we have several special services — our annual Blessing of the Animals and a service to say goodbye to Karen Nell as she retires and leaves Edwards Church. […]
Sunday Morning Worship (In-Person and Livestream)
Note: On Sunday, September 8, we will have a special worship service. If you would like to join us online, please use this zoom link instead of our regular live-stream: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81616809836?pwd=76mvxYPVYnQ3juhHwTqRbhi8vzAi8T.1 Meeting ID: 816 1680 9836 Passcode: 393939 Please note that outdoor and Sue Dickerman Hall worship will be using a Zoom […]
How Lucky I Am…
“And now I know that none of you, among whom I have gone about proclaiming the kingdom, will ever see my face again.” Acts of the Apostles 20:25 Beloved, I’ve been so touched by your kind words and gestures since I announced my retirement several months ago. I’m profoundly grateful to each and every […]
Teaching for These Times
Dear friends, Last month, I participated in Open Spirit’s program “Learning to Listen,” led by Laura Beck and Karen Nell Smith. It was thought-provoking and challenging. What does it mean to listen deeply to people with whom we disagree? How do we stand up for justice and compassion when someone speaks words that offend and […]
Save the Date: A Mid-Summer Church Picnic!
Mark your calendar for Sunday afternoon, August 4, for a church picnic at the home of Debbie Roy. Come for swimming, games, good food and summer fun with friends. Watch for more details in weekly Edwards emails.
Lunch Bunch Special Deli Feast
Lunch Bunch Special Deli Feast – Wednesday, August 24 at Noon It’s time for another Lunch Bunch special gathering! Whether or not you are a regular lunch bunch participant, you are invited to join us for take-out from a local restaurant. We’ll gather under the tent (weather permitting) or in Sue Dickerman Hall and enjoy […]
Special Offering for July
Special Offering for July Summer Food Security for Framingham State Students Our special offering for July will support a project initiated by First Parish in Framingham, Unitarian Universalist, to provide fresh produce to 15-20 Framingham State University students over the summer. These students, mostly the first in their families to attend college, live on campus […]