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Drop In Meditation March 11 · 9:45 AM · Library Join us for a weekly drop-in meditation on Wednesdays from 10:45–11:35 am in the Library. Sessions include both walking and sitting meditation, led by Eleanor Hobbs. All are welcome. For questions or more information, email Eleanor at ethobbs@rcn.com.

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SoUUper Lunch March 25 · 11:00 AM · Kitchen Come Join us for SoUUper Lunch Every Wednesday at noon. Soup, salad, bread, dessert and great conversations. No reservations required!

Worship May 24 · 9:30 AM · Town Green

3rd Saturday Film Discussion Join us to discussion MLF/FBI, a 2020 American documentary, February 21, 7:30 to 9:00 pm, on Zoom. For Zoom link, email saturdayfilm@uubelmont.org. Watch the movie on your own and join us to discuss.

FCB's Ninth Annual Moth Hour March 20 · 6:30 PM · Parish Hall Now in its ninth season, this beloved storytelling event, hosted by Richard Waring and Ian Garvie, brings our community together through true five-minute tales told by fellow congregants without props or scripts. To share a story, contact Richard at richardwaringpoet@gmail.com .

Drop In Meditation May 20 · 9:45 AM · Library Join us for a weekly drop-in meditation on Wednesdays from 10:45–11:35 am in the Library. Sessions include both walking and sitting meditation, led by Eleanor Hobbs. All are welcome. For questions or more information, email Eleanor at ethobbs@rcn.com.

There are two active adult choirs at First Church. During worship services, the choirs lend a spiritual and emotional backdrop to the spoken word. The choirs also engender a sense of community and spirituality among participants both within and outside of worship services and other First Church events. Adult Music Programs Email Us For More Info There are two active adult choirs at First Church. During worship services, the choirs lend a spiritual and emotional backdrop to the spoken word. The choirs also engender a sense of community and spirituality among participants both within and outside of worship services and other First Church events. Adult Music Programs The Senior Choir is an auditioned choir of approximately 34 voices. Anyone with some musical background and an interest in singing is welcome to audition. In addition to singing weekly in the 11am Sunday service, the Senior Choir presents a major choral work with a professional orchestra twice a year. Each section of the Senior Choir is anchored by a professional singer. These outstanding vocalists perform as soloists or in ensembles during regular weekly services, major music services, and other concerts throughout the year. Our current section leaders are: Camila Parias, Soprano Laura Couch, Alto Kartik Ayysola, Tenor Chuck Claus, Baritone The Nova Choir The Nova choir is an un-auditioned choir of approximately 15 singers. Anyone with an interest in singing, regardless of experience or training, is welcome to join us! We rehearse on Thursdays from 6:45-8:00 pm in the sanctuary and sing twice monthly in worship services at 9:00 am. For more information regarding the music program, please contact the Music Director, Ian Garvie.

Earth Day Service April 19 · 10:00 AM · Sanctuary Gathering Music Welcome and Announcements – Board Member Prelude Chalice Lighting Life is a gift, for which we are grateful. We gather in community to celebrate The glories and the mysteries of this great gift. Gathering Hymn Story Anthem Reflection Words of Offering Offertory Doxology From all that dwell below the skies; Let words of love and peace arise; Let joyful songs of praise be sung; Through every land by every tongue. Amen. Candles of Celebration and Concern Prayer Hymn Sermon Closing Song Extinguishing the Flame Postlude Fellowship one

Youth Group May 10 · 5:30 PM · Parlor The FCB Youth Group welcomes all high school students (9th-12th grades) to explore their faith, identity, and role in society in a safe, welcoming space. We meet every Sunday night from 6:30-8:30 pm For more information, email Elliott at youthprogram@uubelmont.org .

2026 Women's Retreat at First Church February 20 · 7:00 PM · Parish Hall The 2026 Women’s Retreat will take place February 20–21, beginning Friday from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm and continuing Saturday from 8:30 am–5:00 pm. Centered on Gratitude in Our Lives , the retreat includes conversation, crafts, storytelling, and guided meditation. The cost is $85 and includes wine and cheese Friday evening and breakfast and lunch on Saturday; participants are asked to bring a meaningful object for an activity and a book for the book swap. Register here . At this retreat, we will explore the role of gratitude in our lives, more important than ever in these tumultuous times. Through conversation, crafts, storytelling, and guided meditation, women from First Church will develop ways of embracing and expressing gratitude.

13: The Musical performance November 22 · 7:00 PM · Parish Hall Evan Goldman’s move from New York City to small-town Indiana turns his world upside down as he navigates friendships, popularity, and growing up. Funny, heartfelt, and full of energy, 13 is a story every teen can relate to. Showtimes are November 20–23. Questions? Email YouthMusic@uubelmont.org.