FCB Sangha June 8 · 7:30 PM · Online The FCB Sangha meets weekly throughout the year on Mondays 7:30 PM lasting one hour. It features a democratically run organization where participants can sign up to either offer the opening candle, or a 20 minute reading, followed by 30 minutes of sacred silence and a closing

Rooted in Love, Growing Together: Stewardship Drive Kick Off February 1 · 11:00 AM · Sanctuary We are needed, now more than ever. Our message of love and justice, our community of connection and care are needed, now more than ever. Come celebrate and commit again to this path of resistance and joy! Gathering Music - ” Minuetto Allegro and Trio,” from Wind Quintet op. 56 no. 3, by Franz Danzi Welcome and Announcements – Board Member Prelude -” Minuetto Allegro,” from Wind Quintet op. 56 no. 2, by Franz Danzi Chalice Lighting — Rev Chris 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 - #119 , Once to Every Soul and Nation Story — Rev. Martha Anthem - Leave No Song Unsung, by Linda Spevacek Avery, arr. Ian Garvie; sung by the Senior Choir Reflections — Marion Westgate and Louise Bray Words of Offering — Rev Chris Offertory - “I’m Here,” from The Color Purple, by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis, and Stephen Bray Laura Couch, alto 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 — Rev Chris Prayer — Rev Chris Hymn - 108, My Life Flows On Sermon — “Rooted In Love, Growing Together” Rev Chris Closing Hymn: - 114, Forward Through the Ages Extinguishing the Flame — Rev Chris Postlude - “Minuetto Allegro,” from Wind Quintet op. 56 no. 1, by Franz Danzi Musicians Wei Zhao, flute Lisa Putukian, oboe Margo McGowan, clarinet Laura Reyes, bassoon Jeff Stewart, horn

Belmont UU Alliance: Out of the Garden With John Howe March 12 · 11:00 AM · Online Please join us for “Out of the Garden,” an engaging presentation by our church historian, John Howe. He will explore the history of the Boston Public Garden, with special attention to the statuary during a pivotal 50-year period in Boston’s history.Join us on Zoom, Thursday, March 12, 11:00 am-12:30 pm. For the Zoom link, please contact Kathy at belmontuualliance@uubelmont.org or fill out this registration form here.

FCB Sangha March 30 · 7:30 PM · Online The FCB Sangha meets weekly throughout the year on Mondays 7:30 PM lasting one hour. It features a democratically run organization where participants can sign up to either offer the opening candle, or a 20 minute reading, followed by 30 minutes of sacred silence and a closing

Journey to Belonging January 25 · 12:30 PM · Library Interested in getting to know our community better or exploring the path to membership at First Church? Join us in the Library on Sunday, January 25, for Journey to Belonging, a guided exploration that welcomes newcomers into Unitarian Universalism, helping them find community, understand our principles, and discover their place in a diverse, evolving, justice-oriented faith. You’ll find the full schedule below. Sunday, January 25, 12:30pm - 2:00pm Sunday, February 1, 12:30pm - 2:00pm Sunday, February 8th, 12:30pm - 2:00pm

Creating a Working Definition of Reparative Justice for FCB with Dr. Sophia Boyer June 5 · 7:00 PM · Parish Hall Along with the Legacy of Slavery Project, Dr. Sophia Boyer will lead a workshop for the congregation with the goal of helping FCB to develop a framework for repair of our legacy of slavery.

SoUUper Lunch December 2 · 12:00 PM · Upper Hall Join us for lunch! SoUUper lunch is an informal gathering every Wednesday at noon. Soup, salad, bread and dessert are served and good conversation takes place. No reservations required!

SoUUper Lunch April 15 · 12:00 PM · Kitchen Come Join us for SoUUper Lunch Every Wednesday at noon. Soup, salad, bread, dessert and great conversations. No reservations required!

Second Friday Concerts: Rising Stars Night! featuring Jenna Nicholls & Sam Robbins February 13 · 7:30 PM · Parish Hall Join us for an evening with two standout voices in contemporary acoustic songwriting. Jenna Nicholls is a New York–based singer-songwriter whose haunting, honeyed voice blends classic Americana with the timeless storytelling of country legends. Sam Robbins is a New England–based, nationally touring songwriter whose warm, modern folk sound and thoughtful lyrics have earned him recognition as a rising star on the national folk scene.

FCB Sangha January 19 · 7:30 PM · Online The FCB Sangha meets weekly throughout the year on Mondays 7:30 PM lasting one hour. It features a democratically run organization where participants can sign up to either offer the opening candle, or a 20 minute reading, followed by 30 minutes of sacred silence and a closing

Drop In Meditation February 25 · 10:45 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.

Cuba in Focus: A Photographic Journey April 18 · 6:00 PM · Parlor Travel to Cuba for an evening! Drop in to view photography by Margaret Eagle and Gina Carloni, chat with members of our community from Cuba over wine and cheese, and learn more about the current situation on the island. Sponsored by the FCB Legacy of Slavery Project.