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The First Church in Belmont, MA is a welcoming Unitarian Universalist congregation offering worship, music and lifelong learning opportunities. Our Staff Reverend Chris Jablonski Senior Minister (he/him) cjablonski@uubelmont.org Alex Andrews Johnson Welcoming Coordinator (she/they) aandrews@uubelmont.org Raeann Mason Communications Director & Space Use Coordinator (she/they) rmason@uubelmont.org Ian Garvie Director of Music (he/him) igarvie@uubelmont.org Elliott Barnhill Youth & Religious Education Coordinator (he/him) youthprogram@uubelmont.org , ebarnhill@uubelmont.org Tracey Summerhayes Congregational Administrator (she/her) office@uubelmont.org Reverend Martha Durkee-Neuman Assistant Minister for Lifespan Faith Formation (she/her) mdneuman@uubelmont.org Luis Carrion Church Sexton (he/him) Our Board Bruce Kozuma President Peter Whitmer Clerk Gabby Garschina-Bobrow Trustee at Large Sara Oaklander Trustee at Large Susan Galli Trustee at Large Laura Caputo Trustee at Large Eleanor Hobbs Trustee at Large Heather Quay Trustee at Large Roger Gallagher Treasurer Ariane Frank Trustee At Large John Howe Trustee at Large Donna Ruvolo Trustee at Large

Explore rental rates and space details for The First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalsit, including accessible venues for weddings, concerts, meetings, memorials and more. Hourly rates and A/V info included. Descriptions, Capacities and Pricing Tours are available by appointment. Click here to watch a short video tour of the Lower Hall entrance, Sanctuary, Parish Hall, and Kitchen. Rental rates are subject to change without notice. Church Staff Service Fees These services are billed separately and coordinated through the church office: Custodial services: $50/hour Staff musician for wedding or memorial service: $350 Staff musician for wedding and rehearsal: $450 Additional musicians/vocalists: $250 each Upper Floor Spaces Sanctuary Seats 192 Standard rate: $150/hr Non-profit rate: $75/hr Member rate: $50/hr Piano rental (with Music Director approval): $100 No food or drinks allowed No air conditioning Parlor Seats 22 Standard rate: $25/hr Non-profit rate: $15/hr Member rate: $10/hr Parish Hall (includes use of Kitchen) Seats 220 (rows); approx. 125 (banquet) Standard rate: $250/hr Non-profit rate: $125/hr Member rate (personal events): $100/hr No charge for memorial receptions by members, but custodial fees apply Unavailable mid-Oct–Thanksgiving due to the children’s musical Stage use must be pre-approved by the Director of Music A/V Amenities: Two wireless handheld microphones, speakers with auxiliary input, overhead projector and screen (compatible with DVD, flash drive, or laptop), open guest WiFi network Piano rental (with Music Director approval): $100 Note: Church staff can demonstrate A/V use but cannot provide tech support for setup, streaming, or recording. Kitchen Capacity: 14 Standard rate: $75/hr Non-profit rate: $50/hr Member rate: $25/hr Lower Level Spaces Library Seats 30 (rows), with video screen Standard rate: $50/hr Non-profit rate: $25/hr Member rate: $10/hr Double Classrooms Seats 20 (classroom style) Standard rate: $40/hr Non-profit rate: $25/hr Member rate: $15/hr Single Classrooms Seats 10–15 (classroom style) Standard rate: $25/hr Non-profit rate: $15/hr Member rate: $10/hr Conference Room Seats 10 Standard rate: $25/hr Non-profit rate: $15/hr Member rate: $10/hr

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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.