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.
All Souls, all Hallows Eve, are right around the corner. Our service this Sunday will honor the souls lost from this church community in the past year, and explore the wisdom and power even in our inevitably futile resistance to losing those we love.
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Our theme this month is evil, which right off the bat is pretty challenging because not everyone accepts the concept of evil. Next week, with David Smith’s help, we’ll … read more.
This music-filled service of celebration and spirit will explore ways we can cultivate hope – even when we’re feeling hopeless.
David B. Smith has served All Souls in Tulsa as Associate Director of Music since 2008 and as the Executive Director of Worship since 2014. Prior … read more.
As anyone who’s ever been in a long-term relationship knows, long-term relationships depend, more than anything, on…. forgiveness. People of a certain age–ish, may remember those immortal words from the 70’s move Love Story – “Love means never having to say you’re sorry.” As a … read more.
One of the most important things a congregation offers its members is a sense of connection, and the strength which can be found in shared community. Today we will explore the rich diversity within our small group ministry, and reflect on what it means to … read more.
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Yesterday, I did a memorial service for a 90-year-old man I must have known at least 40 years, up in Massachusetts. He was a pillar of my home church, … read more.
In a beloved tradition, we’ll gather together at the front door of our Meeting House in our fullest community – all ages, members, friends, and visitors – and enter our church as one as we embark on the fresh church year. We’ll hear and make … read more.
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Ministry – the giving of care to another, the giving of time and soul to what calls us – is one of the greatest privileges we can receive and … read more.
This richly beautiful UU tradition offers us all a chance to revel in the beauty of flowers and be reminded that people are also beautiful in all our infinite variety. Our worship will feature music, readings, and, of course, our Flower Communion ceremony as we’ve … read more.
Our annual recognition of eighth-grade Coming of Age honorees will be the centerpiece of the service. With mentors by their sides, the class will share reflections about their individual beliefs, and the congregation will celebrate and affirm the beginning of the next stage of their … read more.
