3rd Saturday Film Discussion Group March 21 · 7:30 PM · Online Join us to discuss of Israelism, a 2024 documentary, March 21, 7:30 to 9 pm, on Zoom. For Zoom link, contact saturdayfilm@uubelmont.org.

Belmont UU Alliance: Representation in Boston Statuary Part 2 December 10 · 11:00 AM · Online Please join us for part 2 of John Howe’s fascinating program regarding statuary in the Boston Public Garden. In this talk will focus on how the statuary has evolved in recent decades to reflect the city’s more diverse population, democratic values, and a renewed appreciation for some of the city’s older, untold stories. Register here for the link or contact Kathy Lind.

Community Concert: Positive Energy May 1 · 7:30 PM · Parish Hall Positive Energy is Richard Curzi on keyboard and vocals, Roger Brown on percussion, Jim Wooster on guitar and vocals, Paul Judge on guitar and vocals, Rick Dimino on bass, and Kate Donovan and Roger Read on vocals. This concert will feature a collection of original music by Richard and Jim based on the amazing lyrics of Roger Brown and John McAlpin—all members and friends of the First Church community. The band will also continue its tradition of paying musical tribute to iconic artists we lost in the past year. This will be a night you won’t want to miss!

Drop-In Meditation September 9 · 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.

Friday Night Stand-Out Against ICE and For Democracy May 15 · 5:00 PM · Offsite Join us to protest ICE actions and to defend the Constitution and Democracy, every Friday evening from 5:00 pm-6:00 pm, in front of the church. Bring your own signs and your voice.

FCB Garden Group December 3 · 4:00 PM · Offsite This happens the first Thursday of the month at 4pm always in different locations around Belmont.

SoUUper Lunch March 18 · 12:00 PM · Kitchen Come Join us for SoUUper Lunch Every Wednesday at noon. Soup, salad, bread, dessert and great conversations. No reservations required!

Belmont PRIDE May 31 · 12:45 PM · Town Green Join us for the Belmont Pride Parade and 25th Anniversary Celebration! The parade will be short route down Concord Avenue and through Belmont Center, followed by live music by the Freedom Trail Band, children's activities, community group tables, and cake and ice cream. Sunday, May 31st at 12:45 pm on the Town Green next to First Church. The parade starts at 1:00 pm. Click here for more information or to donate.

Make The Storm Your Medicine May 10 · 11:00 AM · Sanctuary Poet Andrea Gibson tells us, “when I realized the storm was inevitable, I made it my medicine” Come and we will explore this powerful transition, opening to the unwelcome teachers and forging resilience in the face of all that comes. Music will feature “When Thunder Comes,” a stirring social justice anthem with choir and percussion. Gathering Music Welcome and Announcements – Board Member Prelude - Prelude from Keyboard Suite No. 2 in F Major — G.F. Handel (HWV 427) 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 - #95 There is More Love Story - Elliott Barnhill Anthem - When Thunder Comes, by Mari Esabel Valverde Reflection - Michael Griffin Words of Offering Offertory Hush, Baby Dear, by Amy Beach 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 - Comm Care Team Member Prayer - Rev. Chris Hymn #1055 How Sweet the Darkness Sermon “Make The Storm Your Medicine” by Rev. Chris Closing Hymn - #169 We Shall Overcome Extinguishing the Flame Postlude - Fugue from Keyboard Suite No. 2 in F Major — G.F. Handel (HWV 427) Flower Dedication

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FCB Sangha March 2 · 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