Archives: Services

Homeless in the Promised Land

Join us to hear from guest speaker Willma Smith of the Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness, Voices of Homelessness Speakers Bureau. Wilma will share her lived experience and current challenges in meeting the real and urgent need of people without a place.

Dante’s Inferno

Join us to hear Peter’s reflections on Dante’s Divine Comedy, starting with Inferno. Music will be provided by Alison Green.

We gather together in the Meeting House. If you cannot join us in person, click here to tune in to our YouTube channel at 10:00 am.

Reflections from Pilgrims

“The walking Pilgrimage is a spiritual practice that connects us to the Earth, ourselves, and to our own souls.” – the Rev. Liz Lerner Maclay

For members and friends of First U, Pilgrimage was an intentional walk of near 80 miles through the lowland and highlands … read more.

Truth, Justice, and Courage

Melissa is the Executive Director of the Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence. Come join us to hear about how truth, justice, and courage influence her North Star. Music will be provided by Rod Luther.

We gather together in the Meeting House. If you cannot join … read more.

Journalism During Troubling Times

Join veteran journalist Steve Ahlquist as he reflects on the challenges to presenting the news in our current climate. Special music will be provided by Francisco Isaza.

We gather in the Meeting House. If you cannot join us in person, click here to tune in to our … read more.

Love > Fear

In a world that often pulls us toward anxiety, division, and self-protection, how do we navigate fear and stay open-hearted? How do we move from fear toward a place of love? This Sunday, we’ll reflect on the quiet strength of love – how it grounds … read more.

Call and Response

Join us for our first worship service of the summer. Rick Richards will share some original poetry, with time for reflection by the congregation and special meditative music. Claire Rosenbaum and Diana Cole are leading the music.

We gather together in the Meeting House. If you … read more.

Teacher and Choir Appreciation

Today we will celebrate our Religious Education and Music programs, with special thanks for our teachers and musicians. We will also have time of appreciation for Beth Armstrong, our Interim Music Director, as she completes her interim service and prepares to return to the choir … read more.