Drop-In Meditation October 7 · 11:00 AM · Library Join us for a weekly drop-in meditation on Wednesdays from 11:00–11:50 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 meditation@uubelmont.org.

Small Group Writing & Sharing October 6 · 7:30 PM · Online Join us on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 7:30–9:00 pm on Zoom, for a small group writing and sharing circle that nurtures reflection, creativity, and connection.

Valentine Card Making Join us for a crafty afternoon making Valentine's cards on February 6 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own to share! No registration is required. Open to all ages. Contact Judi Berman at [j-berman@rcn.com](mailto:j-berman@rcn.com) for details.

Living With Aging & Other Health Challenges October 6 · 5:30 PM · Online This SGM group will explore our personal physical, emotional, social, and spiritual experiences with aging and other health challenges, as well as our concerns about their impact. Meets monthly from 5:30-7 PM on Zoom from October–May on the first Tuesday of the month. For additional information and to register, please contact livingwithhealthchallenges@uubelmont.org.

“Though You’ve Broken Your Vows A Thousand Times” with Rev Martha October 11 · 9:00 AM · Sanctuary The poet Rumi invites us to come in, whoever we are, even if we have broken our vows. As we mark Indigenous Peoples’ Day, may we remember and honor the work of repair and restoration, returning time and again to new or renewed relationships with justice, sovereignty, and Indigenous communities. Even for the thousandth time. A one-room-schoolhouse-style All Ages Children’s Chapel will be available for all children during the 11:00 AM service. Childcare will be available for our littlest ones during both services. Gathering Music Welcome and Announcements – Board Member Prelude - Leaving the Land, by Eric Bogle Chalice Lighting — Rev Martha 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 — #346 Come Sing a Song With Me Story — Embracing the Broken Parts, by Ian Garvie Anthem - Imagine, by John Lennon Reflection — Devon Beckett Words of Offering — Rev Martha Offertory - How Can You Mend a Broken Heart, by Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb 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 — Rev Martha Hymn — #188 “Come Come Whoever You Are” Sermon — “Though You’ve Broken Your Vows A Thousand Times” Rev Martha Closing Song - #118 This Little Light of Mine Extinguishing the Flame — Rev Martha Postlude - Crowded Table, by Brandi Carlisle, Lori McKenna, and Natalie Hemby Flower Dedication

“Though You’ve Broken Your Vows A Thousand Times” with Rev Martha October 11 · 11:00 AM · Sanctuary The poet Rumi invites us to come in, whoever you are, even if you have broken your vows. As we mark Indigenous People’s Day, may we remember and honor the repair and restoration work of coming back time and time again into new or old relationship with justice and sovereignty with indigenous community. Even for the thousandth time. One-room schoolhouse style All Ages Children’s Chapel will be available for all children during the 11am service, childcare will be available for our littlest during both services. Gathering Music Welcome and Announcements – Board Member Prelude - Herr Christ, der einig Gotts Sohn , BWV 601 — J.S. Bach (1685–1750) Casey Hannan, organ Chalice Lighting — Rev Martha 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 - #360 , Here We Have Gathered Story — Embracing the Broken Parts, by Ian Garvie Anthem - Ambe, by Andrew Balfour Translation of the Ojibway: Come in two-legged beings, Come in all people, There is good life here, come in! Reflection — Devon Beckett Words of Offering — Rev Martha Offertory Deep River, a traditional American Spiritual, arr. Patrick M. Liebergen 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 — Rev Martha Hymn — #188 “Come Come Whoever You Are” Sermon — “Though You’ve Broken Your Vows A Thousand Times” Rev Martha Closing Hymn — #119 Once to Every Soul and Nation Extinguishing the Flame — Rev Martha Choral Benediction Postlude - Trio in E-flat major, Op. 49 — Josef Rheinberger Casey Hannan, organ Flower Dedication

“Good Bones” November 8 · 9:00 AM · Sanctuary This country, in this moment is a bit of a fixer upper, but she has good bones. This service will celebrate all we have to build upon as we repair and rebuild our democracy and our nation. RE Classes happening during the 11am service, childcare will be offered at both services. 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 Flower Dedication

“What Would Dolly Do?” November 1 · 12:00 PM · Sanctuary Dolly Parton’s legacy is marked by kindness and a commitment to dignity. As we look around at our world, what lessons from her life can we learn and apply for our times? RE Classes happening during the 11am service, childcare will be offered at both services. Gathering Music Welcome and Announcements – Board Member Prelude Chalice Lighting — Rev Martha 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 — #301 Touch The Earth Story — Rev Chris Anthem - Light of a Clear Blue Morning, arr. Mac Huff Reflection — Leslie Talmadge Words of Offering — Rev Martha 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 — Rev Chris Hymn — #1015 I Know I Can Sermon — “What Would Dolly Do?” — Rev Martha Closing Song — #300 With Heart And Mind Extinguishing the Flame — Rev Martha Postlude Flower Dedication

“What Would Dolly Do?” November 1 · 10:00 AM · Sanctuary RE Classes happening during the 11am service, childcare will be offered at both services. Gathering Music - Americana theme? Welcome and Announcements – Board Member Prelude Chalice Lighting — Rev Martha 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 — #301 Touch the Earth Story — Rev Chris Anthem - Light of a Clear Blue Morning Reflection — Leslie Talmadge Words of Offering — Rev Martha 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 — Rev Chris Hymn — #1015 I Know I Can Sermon — “What Would Dolly Do?” — Rev Martha Closing Song — #348 Guide My Feet Extinguishing the Flame — Rev Martha Postlude Flower Dedication

“Good Bones” November 8 · 11:00 AM · Sanctuary This country, in this moment is a bit of a fixer upper, but she has good bones. This service will celebrate all we have to build upon as we repair and rebuild our democracy and our nation. RE Classes happening during the 11am service, childcare will be offered at both services. 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 - Take Care of This House, by Leonard Bernstein 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 Flower Dedication

“They Will Be With Us” October 25 · 11:00 AM · Sanctuary Our annual Day of Remembrance service in which all are invited to bring pictures or objects that remind us of our beloved dead. Together we will make an altar and remember who they were and reflect together on how they are with us still. This worship is multigenerational and children are invited to stay and participate, no RE classes, childcare will be offered during both services for children up to age 6. Gathering Music Welcome and Announcements Board Member Prelude “Prelude in Ab BWV 862,” by JS Bach; organ 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 #92 Mysterious Presence Source of All Opening Words and Story - Rev. Chris Sharing - ? Anthem - Pie Jesu from Requiem, by John Rutter Sharing - ? Words of Offering Rev. Chris Offertory - Lux Aeterna (second half) from Requiem, by John Rutter 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. Creating the Altar - #1002 , “Comfort Me” Prayer - Rev. Chris Hymn - #101 , Abide with Me Homily “They Will Be With Us” Rev. Chris Closing Hymn #96 , I Cannot Think of Them as Dead Extinguishing the Flame Rev. Chris Postlude ? Flower Dedication

Volunteering at First Church in Belmont is a meaningful way to connect with our community, share your time and talents, and help create a welcoming, caring community for all. Sign up today. Volunteer With Us Volunteering at First Church in Belmont is a meaningful way to connect with our community, share your time and talents, and help create a welcoming, caring community for all. Lifespan Learning Committee Welcome Table Spaghetti Dinner Our monthly Spaghetti Dinner is a relaxed opportunity for families, friends, and church community members to gather, connect, and share a meal after Monday music and choir rehearsals. Dinners are held on the first Monday of each month, September through June, from 5:30–7:30 PM. Volunteers are always welcome to help with setup and cleanup, cooking, or bringing a salad or dessert. Sign up for one dinner or join us throughout the year. However you participate, we’re grateful to have you at the table! Sign Up