1 Benevolent Street
(Corner of Benefit and Benevolent)
Providence, RI 02906
401-421-7970
Our buildings are handicap accessible via the parking lot on Benefit Street, and the sidewalk entrance on Benevolent Street. For more information, click here.
Job Title: Interim Music Director
Job Summary:
The Interim Music Director (IMD) creates and directs a program of stimulating and inspiring music for the church, with enthusiasm for Unitarian Universalist principles of respect, justice, and spiritual growth. The IMD directs music for worship services and leads … read more.
Dear First U Community,
Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo issued an Executive Order on March 17 stating, “Gatherings of 25 people or more are prohibited in Rhode Island.” She then provides a list of types of gatherings that this “includes, but is not limited to”, and … read more.
Getting ready for the onslaught of turkey and thanks coming this week, I found myself thinking about family politics. Just then a title in our hymnal came to mind (How Far Can Reach a Smile?), and I held onto that question throughout the day.
Later that … read more.
Join us for “Got Race?” a presentation by noted theologian, author, and Emmy award-winning television producer Rev. Dr. Thandeka at First Unitarian on Monday, October 1, at 7pm in the Meeting House (sanctuary). A light supper will be served at 6pm, followed by the lecture … read more.
First Unitarian begins a new church year — its 298th — on Sunday, September 9, at 10:30am with a special homecoming and water communion service. During the intergenerational service, all in attendance will be invited to share a small amount of actual or symbolic water … read more.
Whether your children are new or returning, everyone needs to register for the 2018-19 Spiritual Pathways program for children and youth.
To download and print the registration form, click here. You can fill out the form and bring it with you when you come to … read more.
First Unitarian held a special service in June to dedicate the space the congregation has worked months to prepare to shelter undocumented immigrants who are facing deportation. It is the first in Rhode Island to join 1,110 other congregations nationwide as part of the Sanctuary … read more.
Rain or shine, we need you to show up on Tuesday, May 15, at 3:30pm at the Smith Street side of the Rhode Island State House. Wear your galoshes and bring your umbrellas in case of rain.
We will be leaving First Unitarian Church at 3pm if … read more.
In a major initiative to make First Unitarian a safe and welcoming place for everyone, the Prudential Committee approved a new Safe and Civil Church Policy. Jay Glasson, PruComm president, recently announced the new policy by email to the congregation.
A sub-group of the PruComm, headed … read more.
Cover story “Politics and Religion: How East Side clergy are encouraging difficult conversations in divisive times” prominently features Rev. Liz Lerner Maclay and First Unitarian in the January issue of East Side Monthly.
The article “Faith in Action: East Side clergy on the need for political … read more.
