Let it be Midweek Musings The Rev. Katherine A. Schofield “There are places I’ll remember all my life, though some have changed. “Some forever, not for better; Some have gone and some remain …” We spent that summer at the creek. I was the oldest at eleven, Charles was ten and Ollie was nine. You’re… 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, As we enter the season of Advent, we are invited to pause and reflect on the profound mystery of God’s love made manifest in the birth of Jesus Christ. This sacred time of waiting is a reminder that even in our busyness and the hustle of the holidays, we are called… Read More »

Dear First Parish Church, As we move into November, a month often associated with gratitude and reflection, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to each of you. Your presence, support, and commitment to our community enrich our shared journey in profound ways. Giving Thanks for Our Church Family This month,… Read More »

When I started seminary I figured out pretty quickly that I was interested in working with young people. So each semester I scanned the list of classes looking for anything related to young adult ministry. During my first summer in Chicago my school offered a course called “Youth and Interfaith Action.” It sounded interesting so… 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 »

Let it be Midweek Musings The Rev. Katherine A. Schofield “There are places I’ll remember all my life, though some have changed. “Some forever, not for better; Some have gone and some remain …” We spent that summer at the creek. I was the oldest at eleven, Charles was ten and Ollie was nine. You’re… Read More »

Summer already?! Wow, time flies when you’re having fun. It’s been a wonderful Spring season together as we celebrated Holy Week, welcomed new members, baptized babies and more! I look forward to the rhythms of the Summer. It’s a season for some breathing room. A time for both relaxation and community connection. In our fast-paced… Read More »

As we embrace the beauty of spring and the renewal it brings to our lives, we are reminded of the importance of community and connection. Following an exciting Membership Sunday at the end of April we are moving into a month of celebration. It’s the season of school plays and playoffs, prom and graduations, weddings… Read More »

Dear First Parish Church, March is the month of the warming and greening of the earth. We get our seed catalogs back in December, and lose ourselves in the colors and textures that paint a beautiful picture of a hopeful Spring garden. It’s March when we start to turn the earth and prepare for the… Read More »