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One of our First Church youth group alumni is volunteering with a research study at McLean Hospital and is looking for volunteers. The study is testing the usefulness of a smartphone app designed to improve thinking habits related to anxiety. You may be eligible if you: Live in Massachusetts Have a child aged 7–12 who lives with you Own an iPhone or Android smartphone Participation may involve: Using a smartphone app for one month to support thinking habits related to anxiety Completing surveys, interviews, and parent–child interaction tasks from the comfort of your home Earning up to $360 for your time For more information, please see the attached flier, contact mclcarelabstudies@partners.org , or get started with a brief survey by clicking the button below.

The children's music program starts every September with a fully staged musical, and enrollment is now open! The program is open to children from kindergarten through high school, and church membership is not required. This year, we will be performing 13: The Musical , with music by Jason Robert Brown, based on the book by Dan Elish and Robert Horn. The show tells the story of Evan Goldman, who is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following his parents' divorce. Surrounded by an array of typical middle school students, he struggles to establish his place in the popularity pecking order. 13 is a show that will resonate with many teens these days. For more information, please visit www.uubelmont.org/musical and sign up here .

New Photo Directories are here! Our updated photo directories are ready for pickup. Get your copy at Sunday services throughout the summer or during drop-in office hours.

Starting the week of June 9, drop-in office hours will be held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, with occasional closures for vacation. Our Congregational Administrator, Tracey Summerhayes, is also available to schedule appointments at other times during the week. Feel free to reach out at office@uubelmont.org or 617-484-1054. Wishing you a summer with time to regroup, restore, and stay connected in ways that matter.

WHEN: September 12-14, 2025 An intergenerational event held in Lake Winnipesaukee, NH. Families and individuals travel by ferry and stay in cabins lakeside. Meals are in the Dining Hall, and activities abound for all to choose from. Water sports, field games, campfire with songs and stories, worship service on Sunday, arts and crafts! Questions? Contact Jane at janehalti@gmail.com .

The disposal of plastics is one of the world’s most devastating environmental problems. A major contributor to this problem is the use and subsequent disposal of single-use plastic items. Their use is so widespread because they are so convenient. But the convenience they offer is far outweighed by the damage they cause. There is a saying from the 1960s that still holds true today: “If you’re not part of the solution, you’re part of the problem.” Our congregation is not an egregious user, but we do use some single-use plastic items in church events and programs. So, to that extent, we are part of the problem. Given our UU values and our growing awareness of the damaging impact of single-use plastic items, we SHOULD be part of the solution. So, the FCB Green committee asked the Parish Board to endorse a congregation-wide effort to eliminate single-use plastics from our church events and programs and to set the expectation that we will all engage in an effort to bring out the best in each other as we work to achieve this goal. With a concerted effort, some imagination, and a willingness to try out alternatives, we can find ways to avoid single-use plastics. The recent FCB Auction event that was attended by over a hundred of us was, not the first, but a recent and memorable example of how a big event, planned with intentionality, can totally avoid the use of plastics (single use plastic drink bottles, disposable plastic cups, plates, utensils and table coverings). Parish Board Endorsement of the Proposal to Eliminate Single-Use Plastics Dear Members and Friends of FCB, The Parish Board enthusiastically endorses the FCB Green proposal to eliminate single-use plastics from our church events and programs. While these items may offer convenience, their environmental impact is undeniable—and incompatible with our UU values of stewardship and respect for the interdependent web of all existence. We have made sure our kitchen is well stocked with enough glassware, cutlery and dishes for all to use. We do still use some single-use plastics such as plastic bottles, cups, utensils, and tablecloths. That means we’re part of the problem—but collectively we also have the power to be part of the solution. We’re grateful to FCB Green for leading this initiative. It will require creativity, collaboration, and commitment from all of us. We encourage everyone to make this commitment as we take this step forward, together. In community, The FCB Parish Board

Below, please find a PDF of the slide deck that will be presented at the Financial Town Hall this coming Sunday, May 18, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm. Together with both the Finance Committee and Parish Board, we will discuss the proposed FY26 budget, ahead of the June 1 Annual Meeting vote. All are welcome to come learn about FCB’s finances and bring your questions.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s auction an extraordinary success. While we’re still finalizing the numbers, it’s clear that this was a standout event in every way. This auction was a true community effort. Whether you made calls for donations, sold tickets, crafted decorations, prepared food, or stayed late to clean up, your contribution was essential. Every detail reflected the generosity, creativity, and spirit of First Church. Thank you for being part of it!