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The First Church in Belmont, MA is a welcoming Unitarian Universalist congregation offering worship, music and lifelong learning opportunities. Program Council at First Church in Belmont The Program Council is comprised of the chairs of the Program Standing Committees and is facilitated by the vice-president of the Parish Board. The Council’s process begins by ensuring the following: committee chairs or co-chairs understand the scope and activities of the other committees; adopt programmatic themes based on the church’s current needs; promote opportunities to collaborate on joint programs; provide support for each committee’s chair and his or her committee; be a community for the committee chairs. Program Council Mission We provide educational and spiritual opportunities that facilitate Members and Friends of First Church involvement with each other while being engaged in the needs of the world. Our Process Members of First Church have indicated that the desire for community is either extremely or very important to them. Therefore, as leaders of the church, standing committees, and Council, we use our educational and spiritual resources to foster a community based on learning, exploration, personal involvement, and commitment to make our community and world a better place. We also try to help committees be more productive by maintaining a list of helpful on-line resources . Program Standing Committees Adult Programs Childrens RE Fellowship Membership Music Social Action Worship Youth Caring Connection

< Back Youth Advisor Reports to: Youth & RE Coordinator Type: Volunteer Location: On Site Hours: 2-4 hours/week Salary: N/A About the Role Overview: We are looking for caring, reliable volunteers to serve as Youth Advisors for our Unitarian Universalist (UU) youth group. Advisors mentor and support youth in building community, exploring spirituality, and living out UU values. Commitment: Attend weekly youth group meetings on Sundays (2 hours) and occasional special events. Commit to at least one full church year (September–June); a 3–4 year commitment is preferred. Strive not to miss more than two consecutive weeks of youth programming. Attend advisor trainings and complete required background checks. Responsibilities: Build positive, supportive relationships with youth. Help plan and facilitate activities, discussions, and service projects. Model UU values, ethical leadership, and healthy boundaries. Maintain communication with staff and uphold youth safety policies. Ideal Qualities: Enthusiastic about working with teens. Strong communication and listening skills. Committed to inclusion, equity, and youth empowerment. Flexible, dependable, and team-oriented. Requirements Mentorship and Youth Development Youth mentorship and guidance Ability to build trusting, supportive relationships with youth Understanding of adolescent development (social, emotional, spiritual) Leadership and Facilitation Group facilitation skills (including small group discussions and activities) Event planning and trip coordination (overnights, cons, service trips, etc.) Ability to model ethical leadership and responsible decision-making Communication and Relationship Skills Active listening and empathetic communication Conflict resolution and mediation skills Ability to communicate clearly with youth, parents, and staff Safety and Responsibility Risk management and basic crisis response (following church safety policies) Maintaining appropriate boundaries with youth Awareness of mandated reporting requirements (if applicable) Interpersonal and Community Building Creating inclusive, welcoming, and affirming environments Respect for diversity of identities, backgrounds, and beliefs Ability to foster a sense of belonging, teamwork, and community Commitment to UU Values Familiarity with UU principles and covenantal relationships Commitment to supporting youth exploration of spirituality, identity, and social justice Dedication to anti-racism, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and accessibility Other Helpful Skills Flexibility and adaptability Creativity in program development Sense of humor and patience Comfortable participating in both serious and fun activities Basic administrative skills (sign-in sheets, permission forms, communication follow-up) Preferred Certifications/Qualifications CPR/First Aid certification Background check clearance (standard for youth-facing volunteer roles) Driver’s license (especially for events off-site) About Us We are a thriving congregation of more than four hundred adult members and nearly a hundred children and youth. We are diverse in faith, history, and spirituality, and aligned in our desire to make a difference for good. We meet for services weekly on Sunday mornings as well as throughout the week for many programs and activities. How to Apply Please send an email of interest to Assistant Minister, Rev. Martha Durkee-Neuman, at mdneuman@uubelmont.org .

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Learn about the audio and visual equipment available for events at The First Church in Belmont. Includes microphone, projector, speaker system, and WiFi details for Parish Hall rentals. Parking & Accessibility Parking 24 parking spaces on site, including 2 ADA-accessible spots Preschool spaces unavailable before 7:00 pm (ticketing/towing enforced) Lot may be reserved for weddings or memorial services only Additional parking at Claflin Street municipal lot (5-minute walk) or free street parking along Concord Ave Outdoor bike rack available Accessible via MBTA Bus Routes 74 and 75 and Fitchburg Line commuter rail (Belmont stop) Accessibility All rooms are wheelchair accessible Main entrances and restrooms are ADA-compliant

We invites you to consider becoming a member of the Babcock Legacy Society by including the First Church in Belmont, Unitarian Universalist, in your estate plans. Learn more about planned giving here. Planned Giving Back to Giving Back to Giving

< Back Sunday Morning Childcare Provider Reports to: Assistant Minister for Lifespan Faith Formation Type: Part Time Location: On Site Hours: 4 hours on Sunday Salary: $22.50 per hour About the Role This position provides Nursery care for infants and toddlers ages 0 – 6 years of age Sunday mornings from September through mid-June. We need two childcare providers every Sunday and can work with you for how many Sundays a month you would like to work. The adult provider is often paired with a teen provider. We work to maintain a ratio of 1:4, helpers to children. Our average attendance on a Sunday morning varies but is often from 2 to 10 children. Occasionally there may be a few older children, under special circumstances. A parent will be requested to stay if the number is higher than 8 children total. This position is supervised by the Assistant Minister of Lifespan Faith Formation. If the Assistant Minister is not on site supervision is provided by the Senior Minister. Duties consist of: Provide quality, nurturing care to infants and toddlers enrolled in the program. Communicate effectively with infants, toddlers, their parents, and other staff. Demonstrate skills to properly address developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, and staff. Maintain a safe, clean, care-giving environment , practice good personal hygiene and hand washing to assure the well- being and safety of all of children in nursery care. Sign In each child as they arrive. The attendance sheet is located on the table inside the nursery. Children are also required to be signed out when exiting the nursery. If the family is new , please have them complete a Visitor Form and leave the completed form next to the sign-in, sign-out sheet. When time permits, toys and surfaces should be wiped clean and any unwanted toys discarded or given to the Assistant Minister. Please return all toys to their proper bin/shelves before exiting the nursery for the morning. Inform the Assistant Minister if there is something missing or needed for the nursery. Requirements Experience working with young children is required , and the applicant should enjoy working with children. First Aid and CPR certifications are desired for this position. If the applicant does not have this training, training will be provided. Applicants will be asked to complete a Criminal Background application (CORI) in accordance with our Safer Congregation Policy. About Us We are a thriving congregation of more than four hundred adult members and nearly a hundred children and youth. We are diverse in faith, history, and spirituality, and aligned in our desire to make a difference for good. We meet for services weekly on Sunday mornings as well as throughout the week for many programs and activities. How to Apply Please send an email of interest to Assistant Minister, Rev. Martha Durkee-Neuman, at mdneuman@uubelmont.org .

Get in touch us. Whether you have questions about our services, programs, or membership, we're here to connect with you and welcome you to our community. Contact Drop-in office hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:00 am–1:00 pm Additional availability by appointment, Monday–Friday The office is closed for all state and federal holidays. Tel: 617-484-1054, ext. 10 404 Concord Ave. Belmont, MA 02478 office@uubelmont.org Name Email Message Submit Thanks for reaching out! Rentals Find everything you need to know about renting with First Church, from room rates and room details to availability and more. Rental Info Already know what you need? Request a rental space in the building by filling out the form below Rental Form

FellowshipOne is our Church Directory, Groups Hub, and more. With a FellowshipOne account, you can look up contact information for church members and friends, update your own information without having to call the office, find church groups that share your interests, manage your privacy settings. Learn more now. Frequently Asked Questions About FellowshipOne Back To Giving Jump To: What is Fellowship One? How do I create a Fellowship One account? Where is the link that takes me to Fellowship One? I have created an account and logged in, but can’t see my current information? How do I update my profile and contact information? I don’t see the Church Directory on the Home screen? How do I join the online Church Directory? Who can see my information in the online Church Directory? How do I set my privacy settings? What are Groups? How do I upload a picture to my profile? Will I receive email from Fellowship One? Why do you need my birth date? Will my information be given to any third parties? What can I do in Fellowship One using my mobile device? How is First Church planning to use Fellowship One in the future? Who should I contact if I have any additional questions? 1. What is Fellowship One? Fellowship One is the tool we use to manage and communicate with our congregation, keep track of membership status, and allow individual congregants to view and update their own contact information. 2. How do I create a Fellowship One account? Go to https://uubelmont.infellowship.com/UserLogin/New Enter your First name, Last name, email address and a password Click Create an Account Fellowship One will send you an activation email from no-reply@infellowship.com Click the link in the email received from Fellowship One to activate your email address and finish your registration 3. Where is the link that takes me to Fellowship One? Right here! https://uubelmont.infellowship.com/ 4. I have created an account and logged in, but can’t see my current information? If you are unable to see your information it may be that the information you entered at sign up doesn’t quite match what we have for you on file. That’s OK – it just means we need to manually validate your account. (This is a security feature.) Please allow 72 hours for your account to be validated. If it has not been done by that time, please send an email and a member from the database committee will be in touch. 5. How do I update my profile and contact information? Log in to your Fellowship One account. From the Home page, click Update Profile. On the right, under Actions, click “Update your profile”. Fill in or change your contact information. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and click “Save changes”. 6. I don’t see the Church Directory on the Home screen? To see the online Church Directory, you have to agree to appear in the online Church Directory. Go to Privacy Settings. Scroll to the bottom and check the box that says “Include me in the church directory” Click Save privacy settings Now you should see a “Church Directory” link on your Home screen. 7. How do I join the online Church Directory? Thanks for asking! The more people that opt into the online Church Directory, the greater benefit to all of us at First Church. It’s easy – Log in to your Fellowship One account. Select the “Home” options in the top menu selections. Select “Privacy Settings”. Scroll to the bottom and check the box that says “Include me in the church directory” Click Save privacy settings Now you should see a “Church Directory” link on your Home screen. 8. Who can see my information in the online Church Directory? To see the online Church Directory, a person must have a validated First Church Fellowship One account and have checked the privacy box that includes them in the online Church Directory as well. So only members and friends of our congregation, who have a validated Fellowship One account, and have also agreed to appear in the online Church Directory, can see you in the online Church Directory. Furthermore, you also control how much of your information displays in the online Church Directory. See How do I set my privacy settings? 9. How do I set my privacy settings? Log in to your Fellowship One account. Select the “Home” options in the top menu selections. Select “Privacy Settings”. Use the sliders to control how much information people in the church will see about you. Please note that “Everyone” means “Other church members who also have a validated Fellowship One account”. It doesn’t mean “everyone in the world on the Internet”. We hope you will opt into the online Church Directory by clicking “Include me in the church directory”. To see other people in the online Church Directory you have to opt in too. Click “Save privacy settings” at the bottom of the screen. 10. What are Groups? A Group is what Fellowship One calls any collection of people that come together at the church on a regular basis. At First Church, each of our committees, governing bodies, small group ministries, and ongoing adult programs is a Group. Groups have leaders and members. Group leaders and members can see who belongs to their group. Group leaders and members can send e-mail to everyone in the group or a subset of the group. Group leaders can add and invite people to the group, keeping the group roster up-to-date without relying on the church office. As an individual you can search for groups that are of interest to you and make requests to join those groups. Use “Find a Group” and follow the instructions to search for a group and contact the leader. You should receive a response shortly. If you are having trouble finding a particular group, choose -any- in search categories and scroll through the list. Are you a Group Leader? Learn how to use Fellowship One for your group . 11. How do I upload a picture to my profile? Adding a photo helps us all get to know each other more easily. Log in to your Fellowship One account. Select “Update Profile” Under the Actions on the the right, select “Update Your Profile” Find your name in the upper left corner of the page. To the left of your First Name is a photo or default picture. Click change. Browse your computer for the picture you would like to upload (pictures cannot exceed 1mb) Select the photo to add. At the bottom of the screen select “Save changes”. (Your picture will not display in Fellowship One until you save changes.) 12. Will I receive email from Fellowship One? Our church staff, group leaders and group members may use Fellowship One to send church-related emails to you You will not receive promotional email from Fellowship One and Fellowship One will not share your email address with a third party (i.e. a party outside of our church or Fellowship One). When church staff and leaders send email from Fellowship One, your email address is hidden from others who are also receiving the email. This is a nice feature which helps protect the privacy of your email address. Emails from Fellowship One come from Fellowshiponemail@activenetwork.com . Add this email address to your contact list to reduce the risk of these emails going to your Spam or Junk folder. 13. Why do you need my birth date? There are a few reasons: Fellowship-One uses it as an identifier. It helps to distinguish between people with the same name and address. You will be asked for your birthday if you forget your username and password. It is used as a security precaution to protect your account. Knowing your life stage helps us make sure you get information that is helpful to you. Certain events are adult only, so birth date prevents children from registering Only children 13 and older are permitted to create a Fellowship One Account. 14. Will my information be given to any third parties? Your information is held securely by the Fellowship One system. Neither Fellowship One nor First Church Belmont will share your information with a third party. 15. What can I do in Fellowship One using my mobile device? You can update your profile, change your privacy settings and login/password, view the church directory, manage your groups including send e-mails, and find a new group. 16. How is First Church planning to use Fellowship One in the future? We are just getting started! In the future we hope to be able to use Fellowship One to enable online event and program registration and even online payments. 17. Who should I contact if I have any additional questions? Please send an email and someone from the church membership database committee will be happy to answer questions or offer assistance. Back To Giving >> 1. 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 11 10 8 12 13 14 15 16 17

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The First Church in Belmont, MA is a welcoming Unitarian Universalist congregation offering worship, music and lifelong learning opportunities. A Green Sanctuary Being a Green Sanctuary is one of the ways we work toward a vision of healthier, more sustainable future. As a recognized Green Sanctuary, we live with a deep awareness of our climate crisis and the deep environmental injustices of our time. We commit to four practices, grounded in Unitarian Universalist principles: Environmental Justice: We partner with marginalized communities who are hit first and hardest by environmental crisis. In partnering with these communities we are able to address human and environmental needs at the same time. Worship and Celebration: As we work together towards a cleaner, more just and sustainable world, worship inspires our work and reminds us of what is most sacred and most true. Religious Education: Our workshops and programs for all ages shape attitudes and build practices that are sustainable and spiritually-grounded. Sustainable Living: We treat the world more gently by using fewer resources and being mindful of the choices we make, both as a congregation and as households.