1 Benevolent Street
(Corner of Benefit and Benevolent)
Providence, RI 02906
401-421-7970
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“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.
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.
Join Peg Boyle and Chris Campanile as they lead the congregation in a stirring group read of the speech by Frederick Douglass. This interactive service will give everyone new ways to think about “Independence Day.”
Music will be provided by Phoebe Okoomian.
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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.
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.
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.
We celebrate the last service of our church program year with a multi-gen worship featuring our beloved Flower Communion. All are welcome to bring a flower to share during the service, which will be followed by an ice cream social. Don’t miss this meaningful service … read more.
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.
First U – and, in fact, much of the East Side, will be closed all weekend while Brown University holds its Commencement exercises. Brown makes use of many buildings across the city for their various college ceremonies. There will be no services at First U … read more.
This service will be the culmination of our Owning Our History weekend, featuring guest speakers, story-tellers, and artists. Rev. Liz will reflect on what we have learned and can learn about ourselves and our future when we explore the past.
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