“Let us love not in word or speech but in deed and truth.” – 1 John 3:18  Dear First Parish, As the leaves begin to change and we embrace the beauty of fall, October invites us into a season of both reflection and action. In the rhythm of harvest, we are reminded that we, too, are called… Read More »

Dear First Parish Church, I pray you are all feeling refreshed, renewed and well-summered! It’s been such a joy to spend the summer with you all. There are so many highlights! Volunteering with a wonderful First Parish Church crew at the Red, White and Blue pancake breakfast. Welcoming the community to our church during the… Read More »

Midweek Musings The Rev. Katherine Schofield This year marks the 40th anniversary of “Lonesome Dove,” Larry McMurtry’s Pulitzer Prize–winning novel that continues to captivate readers and viewers alike. To celebrate, Simon & Schuster released a new edition with a foreword by “Yellowstone” co-creator Taylor Sheridan — a fitting tribute, since Sheridan’s own storytelling carries McMurtry’s… Read More »

Dear First Parish Church, As we step into October, I am reminded of the beauty and richness of this season. The changing leaves and crisp air invite us to pause and reflect on the blessings in our lives and the abundance of God’s grace surrounding us. October will be a busy month for our church… Read More »

Dear First Parish Church, A blessed Eastertide to you all! We’ve come through the 40 days of Lenten preparation. Together we lit candles, whispered prayers, dove deep into our theology of worship, and experienced the transformative power of the Gospel. On St. Patrick’s Day we gathered for Soup and Conversation – and an energizing exercise… Read More »